Retail surveillance should support specific operational needs such as entrance monitoring, checkout disputes, stockroom access and after-hours security. Camera position and image detail matter more than the raw camera count, and footage access should be managed as carefully as the recording equipment.
Prioritise entrances and points of sale
Decide which views need general awareness and which need enough detail to review a transaction or identify a person. Avoid angles blocked by shelving, promotional displays or bright windows. Test the view at the height and distance that will be used after installation.
Plan recording and network capacity
Estimate the number of cameras, bitrate and retention period. Ensure the recorder supports the combined stream and that network links can carry the traffic. Protect the recorder and switch with appropriate physical security and power protection.
Set clear footage procedures
Restrict playback and export rights to authorised staff, keep device credentials secure and define how incidents are reported. Follow applicable privacy requirements and avoid unnecessary coverage of private areas. Browse CCTV cameras and recorders after mapping the shop’s coverage needs.
