Why pure IP solutions are not yet competitive across the board

Our VP of sales outlined for us really clearly why all-IP solutions are not yet competitive for organizations like casinos:

Of course there will come a time when the IP-camera world really will surpass the analog-camera world, but there are many practical reasons why that is not the case today with regard to casinos.

A JDL hybrid system that you buy today will be able to take you to that confluence by allowing you to mix an IP camera and IP recording scheme with the existing analog infrastructure you have today. Easily, quickly and transparently. Once it is set up, the operator will see and feel no difference other than controlling the additional abilities that come with an IP camera.

I know a lot of people don’t want to invest in “yesterday’s” technology and are wise to be careful. But to me the blended system of IP and Analog, with each of their strengths being used in the proper place, is still the way to go for a casino and will be for a while longer. Having a system in place that can transform itself as the technologies mature and change continues to be the best use of your purchasing dollar. You get the best of today without having to leave it all behind tomorrow.

Update: More good info about this topic at http://www.securitysales.com/t_inside.aspx?action=article&storyID=2902