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utilities generate three-phase power because that is the most efficient way to transport electricity over long distances. For smaller power consumers, including residential or office buildings and most schools, the power is converted to single-phase power. What size UPS does your customer need? It will depend on the size of the premises and its purpose – be sure to direct your customer to some great tools that help determine what is needed, such as Eaton’s handy guide: Eaton UPS Selector tool. Instant messaging on Screens Digital Signage is essentially software that can be deployed via the cloud or an on-premises system. The software will reside on a Digital Signage Media player or a system on chip integrated into a display screen. Content is uploaded via the digital signage user interface and through the management software it can be deployed to one or many screens instantly. Whilst content can be shared instantaneously, it can be changed within a matter of seconds too, and discharged to multiple locations within a building or to several sites on the premises. Content can be in the form of text or video or image.
choices that a customer may be considering between IP security cameras, dome cameras, lipstick cameras and warning light cameras. Whatever option be it wired, wireless or wire-free cameras resellers should offer cameras with remote viewing so customers can check in on their business from anywhere. IP security cameras are great for where budgets are tight and customers should consider cameras with built-in sensor lights, colour night vision and audio with a wide-angle field of view. Best Security Cameras for Businesses: Wire-free, wireless cameras, and Wi-Fi camera systems. Benefits: Lower price point, simple setup, hub free, perfect for smaller businesses. Best Security Cameras for Parking Lots, Dark or Hidden areas: Invest in cameras with added extras to control lights and siren from your phone, colour night vision and smart search. Best Security Cameras for Offices, Warehouses or Small Hotels: Install a reliable system with numerous, high-definition security cameras, such as the Swann 4K NVR, 16 cameras with options like sensor warning lights, siren, audio and work with a network video recorder (NVR), which offers the benefit of hard-drive storage. Best Security Cameras for Building Sites or Visitor Attractions: Install a robust business security system that has multiple cameras to set up and forget, where you can use Smart Search to look for movement within recordings. Videoconferencing Applications Video conferencing can help connect people in real time to share information and updates, and collaborate on solutions. It enables outside help to “see in”, without being there – multiple call takers can use real-time photos and videos to get a more complete picture of an incident and determine the best response.
Whatever option be it wired, wireless or wire-free cameras resellers should offer cameras with remote
viewing so customers
can check in on their business from anywhere.
CCTV Systems Resellers have a wide range of options for CCTV for customers: a complete security business system can be set up in minutes, but that depends on what is being suggested. Swann gives some good advice on the
Tips for Distributors and Resellers l Keep abreast of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill being passed through Parliament and consider the ranges and offerings you have for customers l Be knowledgeable, and educate staff, on what UC&C devices that could be offered if the Bill is passed, and keep customers informed of the timeframes l Consider equipment packages and bundle deals for customers l Do not use scaremongering selling tactics, but rather encourage customers to make a commitment to have a minimum standard of care for public safety l Use distributors who offer good customer service and offer training or installation programmes. l Remember to offer batteries or back-up batteries
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