Client Background:

The client is a real estate company that manages a large building. They are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of both the building’s tenants and their assets. The company operates in the real estate industry, focusing on property management.

The Challenge:

The client was facing a significant security challenge. There had been multiple break-ins into the building, and several units had been burglarized. Additionally, car break-ins were occurring during the day, making the property unsafe for tenants and their vehicles. These incidents created an urgent need for a robust security solution to protect the building and its occupants.

The Solution:

Cowabunga Computers proposed a self-monitoring camera system that would provide the client with a proactive security solution. To achieve this, Cowabunga partnered with Unifi, a company known for its high-quality, user-friendly camera systems. Unifi’s cameras are fast, reliable, and easy to operate, making them ideal for a property management scenario.

The project involved working with an electrician to install electrical outlets at the strategic points where cameras needed to be placed. Cowabunga Computers then installed the necessary network infrastructure, including a firewall, switches, and access points, ensuring that the cameras could reliably communicate with the network video recorder (NVR). This setup allowed for seamless monitoring and footage recording across the entire property.

Results/Benefits:

Once the system was live, it proved highly effective. The cameras captured clear footage of several break-ins, which led to the arrest and conviction of the perpetrators for breaking and entering. The footage was instrumental in securing evidence for the authorities.

Furthermore, the system’s ease of use prompted the building’s management to grant access to a newly hired 24/7 security team. The security company was able to remotely monitor the property, responding quickly to any suspicious activity and removing unwanted visitors when necessary. The system also revealed after-dark activities that the building management was previously unaware of, prompting them to increase their security measures overall.

By implementing the self-monitoring camera system, Cowabunga Computers provided the client with peace of mind, increased property security, and helped reduce the frequency of break-ins. The building is now safer for tenants, and management can respond to security threats in real-time, improving the overall security of the property.