Video Surveillance and Security: Monitor More with Fewer Resources

On average, a human operator can monitor feeds from up to 50 cameras simultaneously. However, despite their best efforts, dozens—if not hundreds—of abnormal events may slip through unnoticed. The typical solution is to increase the number of operators to improve effectiveness, but this inevitably leads to higher operational costs. Fortunately, Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a way to boost efficiency without raising costs for security and monitoring companies.

How? By showing operators only what matters, in real time!

This is the primary benefit of Icetana, a video surveillance platform that uses AI to act as a “multiplier of eyes” for video monitoring operators. The system learns the normal patterns of behavior in video feeds and alerts operators only when an anomaly is detected. For example, it can flag a vehicle parked in a restricted area, but it works for any kind of unusual behavior involving vehicles or people.

Consider this scenario: a shopping mall during business hours, with a high volume of people moving around. What’s normal in this context? People walking through the corridors, stopping at storefronts, entering and exiting shops.

But what would be abnormal?

Someone running inside the mall, someone walking around after hours when the mall is closed, or someone leaving a bag unattended. Identifying such events requires constant vigilance from video operators, yet many cases still go unnoticed. With Icetana, spotting these anomalies becomes much easier. The platform keeps the video wall clear of unnecessary feeds, displaying video only when an unusual event, like those mentioned, occurs. This helps operators focus on what truly matters.

With this approach, each operator can monitor far more cameras than they could using conventional methods. Thanks to Icetana, a single operator can oversee up to 200 cameras, compared to the typical 50. This leads to a significant reduction in operational costs, addressing one of the biggest challenges in the security industry.

If your company provides video surveillance and security solutions, you can incorporate this technology into your portfolio. Macnica ATD Europe is an Icetana distributor in the European market.

If you wish to use Icetana directly within your company to enhance security and improve the detection of abnormal situations, Macnica ATD Europe can assist you as well. We have a team of technical developers ready to support you throughout the entire process of integrating Icetana into your video surveillance system.

In either case, feel free to reach out, and we will be happy to assist with your specific needs.