Traditional CCTV vs AI-Powered Analytics
See why businesses are switching from manual monitoring to intelligent automation
| Feature | Traditional CCTV | AI-Powered (VultureLabs) |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | Manual watching of screens | 24/7 automated detection |
| Report Generation | Hours to days | Real-time to minutes |
| Event Detection Rate | 5-10% of events caught | 99%+ detection accuracy |
| Operating Cost | High (24/7 staff required) | Low (one-time setup + minimal maintenance) |
| Scalability | Linear cost increase | Minimal incremental cost |
| Initial Investment | Low | Moderate |
| ERP Integration | Manual data entry | Automatic synchronization |
| Historical Analysis | Time-consuming review | Instant search and playback |
| Custom Alerts | Not available | Unlimited custom rules |
| ROI Period | No ROI (ongoing cost) | 3-6 months |
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Traditional CCTV
Security Staff (3 FTE)$450,000/year
Management Overhead$50,000/year
Missed Incidents Cost$100,000/year
Manual Reporting$25,000/year
5-Year Total$3,125,000
AI-Powered Analytics
Hardware (Rack Server)$79,900 once
Software (40 cameras)$24,000/year
Maintenance & SupportIncluded
Training & UpdatesIncluded
5-Year Total$199,900
Saves over $2.9M compared to traditional
Which Solution Is Right For You?
Stay with Traditional CCTV if:
- •You have less than 5 cameras
- •Recording-only is sufficient
- •No need for real-time alerts
- •Manual monitoring is acceptable
Upgrade to AI Analytics if:
- You want automated reporting
- Need real-time alerts
- Want to reduce operating costs
- Require ERP integration
- Need business intelligence
Ready to Upgrade Your CCTV System?
See how AI-powered analytics can transform your existing cameras into business intelligence tools