BICSI and Cisco: Partnered to Advance Technology Education

BICSI has teamed up with Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking, to work together to provide world-class technology training and education to the ITS industry.

BICSI and Cisco share a common mission in advancing the information technology industry and the systems that support today’s evolving business infrastructure. Under the terms of the agreement, BICSI and Cisco will provide educational and training opportunities in addition to credentials and certifications for each other’s current customers and credential holders. The synergy provides a great avenue for additional educational opportunities for both organizations’ customers.

Could Cloud be the Next Generation in Video Surveillance Storage?

The world of enterprise video-surveillance storage has changed much over the past fifteen years: first from VHS to the DVR; later to IP solutions, with customers choosing NVRs, IP SANs or even server storage devices 




Could cloud be the next generation in video-surveillance storage? A cloud based solution is very appealing to enterprise customers because it offers flexibility to customers who pay only for what they use. Cloud also offers efficiency to companies who can save on the power, cooling, and management costs of their own datacentres. Customers have two options for going to the cloud: public or private.

William Rhodes, Market Analyst, comments: "It is early days for enterprise customers to use public cloud-based video-surveillance solutions; one recent trend is to using off-site backup of ‘critical’ or ‘sensitive’ cameras. For many enterprise customers, local storage with off-site backup is the only cloud- based option available, because bandwidth restricts the number of cameras on a single internet connection"

Most enterprise customers store video-surveillance data at full frame rate for 30, 60 or 90 days, depending on requirements. However, many customers and certain enterprise sectors, such as pharmaceuticals, are often required to store the video data for up to five years, albeit at a lower frame rate. Storing video for longer has often required users to use tape or vast quantities of HDDs to cover against failure. A public cloud solution could be the answer, because backup of lower frame rate video is achievable with the available bandwidth. Despite this, customers may have concerns over privacy of the video data and the absence of major brand service providers in the market.

Rhodes continues: "The other option for enterprise customers to take advantage of cloud-based video-surveillance storage is to use a private cloud. Although users may need to take on the cost of managing a private cloud, they will have greater control over security policies and system flexibility. The ability to control the video data internally is an important consideration for some users"

Will enterprises need enough storage to justify using a private cloud?
If only video-surveillance data is stored, a private cloud may only be used on some of the largest enterprise projects. However, with an increasing number of governments and multi-national companies installing private clouds for internal data storage, storing data from the video-surveillance system in the same cloud could be a logical choice.

For more information please call Eoin Leonard, Director, eQTEL Group on +353 21 4383344

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Samsung Extend their PTZ Range

Samsung has added to its SCP range of PTZ dome cameras with models that capitalise on the innovative advanced technology incorporated into Samsung Techwin’s W-V and SV-V DSP chipsets 

The ten new day/night operation dome models collectively offer the choice of 27x, 33x or 37x optical zoom capability and provide options for both internal and external use, making them an ideal solution for car parks, shopping centres, trading estates, airports, ports and other high security applications.  Click image for the Samsung Techwin website

The W-V chipset provides cameras with the ability to capture superb quality colour images at up to 600 TV lines colour resolution. They also incorporate Super Dynamic Range (SSDR) which automatically lightens the dark areas within a scene, allowing an operator to view objects in the shadows. Other technically advanced features include Highlight Compensation which neutralises excessively bright areas of an image enabling an operator to view previously hidden details and Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) that can negate the effects of a dome shaking due to high winds or building vibration.

eQTEL Group seeking Specialist Contractors in Security, Fire and Data

eQTEL Group are looking for highly-qualified specialist contractors to join our Specialist Contractor Network, due to a recent sharp increase in business. eQTEL Group are market leaders in Security, Fire, Data and Voice systems integration and as part of our expansion we are looking to work with highly-skilled CCTV, Intruder Alarm, Access Control, Fire Detection and structured cabling experts on some of our upcoming projects. While eQTEL generally train all contractors to work within our own best practise guidelines, we would hope to deal only with industry-trained and licensed contractors, who must be fully insured and tax-compliant. A copy of the application form can be obtained from www.eqtel.ie/downloads

eQTEL Director Eoin Leonard on UCC MBA Programme with help of South Cork Enterprise Board

eQTEL Director, Eoin Leonard is currently sitting the UCC Executive MBA Programme for 2011-2013 having received financial support from the South Cork Enterprise Board. "We are delighted to have received this support from the Enterprise Board, which should equip us with the skills and frameworks needed to strategise effectively in what are difficults ecomonic times." said Leonard, who is already six weeks into the first semester and enjoying the experience immensely. "The UCC Executive MBA Programme was attractive to us because it concentrates on developing it's participants in key areas such as strategic decision-making, problem-solving, market analysis and personal effectiveness. eQTEL Group want to shift our strategies to be more 'future-focussed' and in doing so, gain the ability to see around corners, pre-empting industry changes and remaining competitive."

 This is the first time that the Enterprise Board has provided funding for an MBA course, which demonstrates the confidence that they have in eQTEL Group to expand and create jobs in the Irish market. eQTEL Group have a base of full time staff in Ireland and are now looking to expand into the UK in 2011 with the help of Enterprise Ireland. They also create employment indirectly through their eQTEL Specialist Contractor

eQTEL Ltd are Going Global!

eQTEL Ltd have received more good news this week with the announcement that we have been selected by Enterprise Ireland to receive support under the Going Global Programme. This programme will allow eQTEL Ltd to carry out feasability studies which will help us to hit the ground running in the UK market in 2011. We have been looking at expanding our operations in 2011 and this support will enable us to make more informed decisions and identify our customer base with the help of Enterprise Ireland.

It's Official! eQTEL Ltd are one of the Fastest Growing Technology Companies in Ireland

eQTEL Ltd have been informed that we will be in the mix at the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 again in 2010. The awards ceremony will be taking place in the Europa Hotel in Belfast on Friday the 12th of November. This news is hugely positive for eQTEL Ltd in what are testing times for all SMEs and the fact that this will be our second win in as many years has solidified our position as one of the fastest growing technology companies in Ireland.

This nomination is due in large part to the continued success of our Data & Security Divisions which have flourished over the past two years, winning a large number of public and private projects. eQTEL's Managing Director Gerard Buckley believes that the recent success has been down to eQTEL's commitment to embracing new technologies, he stated "We are 100% dedicated to expanding our range of products and services to include the very best in cutting-edge technologies and this has won us favour with industry experts, consultants and end-users."