Axis introduces ACS Edge and cloud storage

November 2024 Surveillance, Infrastructure, Products & Solutions


David Needham

Axis Communications has launched two new solutions within the AXIS Camera Station ecosystem, AXIS Camera Station Edge (ACS Edge) and AXIS Camera Station Cloud Storage (ACS Cloud Storage). The solutions transform network video management through edge-cloud capabilities and enhance companies’ physical security and surveillance systems. The two solutions are now available as part of the AXIS Camera Station product suite.

The introduction comes as cloud adoption in the Middle East and Africa region shows no sign of slowing down, with more and more businesses leveraging the power of the cloud for their data processing and storage needs. Cloud computing also boasts a new frontier in physical security and surveillance, enabling businesses across the region to reduce their reliance on on-premises infrastructure.

A seamless camera-to-cloud experience

Providing a cloud-to-camera experience that is easy to set up and use, ACS Edge introduces a method of managing video data by processing images directly on the camera. This eliminates the need for external servers or cloud-based processing, resulting in reduced infrastructure needs, total cost of ownership (TCO), and operational costs.

“With ACS Edge, we are offering a true cam-to-cloud solution, while the rest of our new ACS offering extends our customers the opportunity of on-premises, cloud, and hybrid solutions,” said David Needham, EMEA Business Development Programme Manager at Axis Communications.

An advantage of Axis is faster video access, as processing occurs on the device itself and not on an external server, thus reducing system complexity. ACS Edge easily integrates with Axis Edge devices with cloud services, enabling users to manage large data volumes efficiently, and is easily deployable, requiring only an Axis camera with an SD card or AXIS S30 Recorder Series, minimising setup time and ongoing maintenance.

Secure, off-site storage

Axis has also introduced ACS Cloud Storage, a fully managed, secure cloud service available via a subscription licence. ACS Cloud Storage offers long-term video storage, ensuring that footage is accessible regardless of the physical location of the hardware, providing businesses peace of mind. The solution's cloud-based nature also helps safeguard critical video data, as companies can still access it in case of hardware failure or physical damage.

Users can automatically transfer processed footage from cameras to the cloud, eliminating the need for costly, onsite storage, while retaining flexible access. ACS Cloud Storage offers a 30-day retention period for 720p video, making it ideal for businesses across Africa with multi-region support.

“With the introduction of ACS Edge and Cloud Storage, we provide a comprehensive range of options for businesses — whether they require cloud, on-premises, or hybrid surveillance systems. AXIS Camera Station is a well-established flagship solution that has proven its reliability across industries, and this new generation will continue to empower customers with total control over their video surveillance systems,” Needham concludes.


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