Public Safety Cameras

The UC San Diego Police Department uses a centralized video surveillance management system for the purposes of detection, mitigation and historical archival of criminal activity and to help maintain a safe community. Operation and maintenance of a centralized physical security management system, which includes video surveillance, access control, mass notification, alarms and other physical security detection devices, supports UC San Diego’s comprehensive security plan.

We conduct video surveillance of public areas for security purposes in a manner consistent with all existing university policies, including the Non-Discrimination Policy and Sexual Harassment Policy. The design, installation and deployment of these systems, including the recording and use of data gathered through this platform, comply with rules governing rights to free speech and expression as well as privacy.

We recommend that all university departments utilize our existing video management system to maximize viewing capability, interoperability and reduce initial and recurring costs.

Recoding Infrastructure Costs

Average cost per new camera: $260

Cost includes:

• Servers and Storage: Core hardware for video processing, recording and archiving
• Networking: Switches, optics and other infrastructure required to connect the recording servers
• Core Installation and Setup: Initial rack, stack and configuration of the central hardware
• System Support: Multi-year support contracts for hardware components

Benefits of a Centralized, Virtual System

Centralized management and control

• Simplified operations
• Consistent policies
• Global view

Scalability and flexibility

• Seamless expansion
• Efficient resource utilization
• Future-proofing

Cost effectiveness (total ownership cost)

• Reduced hardware footprint
• Lower maintenance overhead
• Compliance and auditing

Enhanced security and compliance

• High availability
• Optimized storage