Is an alarm without monitoring sufficient?
A standalone alarm produces local sound alerts — deterrent value without follow-up response. Practical value is much lower. An alarm connected to our certified monitoring centre triggers immediate response on activation: photo or video verification, patrol dispatch, police alert. Monitoring costs €30–60 monthly — marginal relative to the installation investment.
What must be GDPR-compliant in video surveillance?
Video surveillance requires legitimate interest, signage informing data subjects (controller and purpose), restrictive retention (max 72 hours without incident), access control to recordings and a DPIA for larger systems. Sekuris delivers the GDPR concept including processing register and staff notice — many vendors leave that to you, we ship it as standard.
Cloud or local storage for recordings?
Local storage (NVR on-site) is GDPR-simpler to operate and more resilient during power or internet outages. Cloud storage enables multi-site monitoring and tamper-protection (recordings out of perpetrator reach). We typically recommend hybrid: local primary, cloud-mirrored backup for the past 24 hours. Hosting is in German ISO 27001 data centres.
How often does security technology need servicing?
Fire alarm systems require annual mandatory servicing per DIN 14675; intrusion alarms should be professionally inspected every 24 months, video surveillance per manufacturer recommendation every 12 months. Sekuris offers maintenance contracts with fixed scheduling, written inspection reports and 24/7 support for faults. Servicing extends system lifespan 30–50% versus unmaintained operation.
Can security technology be combined with personnel?
Yes — and that's the Sekuris strength. Hybrid concepts of technology (covering area) and personnel (intervening targeted) typically cut personnel cost 30–60% versus pure guarding without sacrificing security level. Example: a 24/7 gate guard + 12 exterior cameras with AI anomaly detection often replace three additional patrol posts. Concept workshop is free and non-binding.
Are there subsidy programmes for security technology?
Yes, several. KfW funds residential burglary protection (programme 455-E) with grants up to €1,600. Companies access BAFA energy-efficiency programmes co-funding intelligent lighting and access systems. Federal states and municipalities offer additional security subsidies, especially for inner-city retail. We check eligibility before assignment and support with applications.
