Live Monitoring Services
Cameras only help if someone is watching them. Live monitoring provides real-time surveillance of your existing camera coverage, with alerts raised when activity needs attention and reporting that records what was seen.
It is often used to extend coverage into hours when no officer is posted on site, or to keep eyes on areas that patrols reach only periodically.
What this service covers
- Real-time surveillance monitoring of your business cameras
- Alerts raised to your designated contacts when activity requires attention
- Notification of emergency services when a situation warrants it
- Documented reporting of monitored activity and events
- Coverage during overnight, weekend or unstaffed hours
- Use alongside staffed posts or vehicle patrol for layered coverage
Properties and sites it suits
- Businesses with existing camera systems
- Warehouses and yards with wide exterior coverage
- Retail locations after closing
- Construction sites during shutdown periods
- Multi-tenant commercial properties
- Properties between staffed shifts
What to expect
We discuss what your cameras currently see and which areas and hours you want monitored before defining the service.
You decide who is contacted, in what order, and for what kind of activity, so alerts go to the right person.
Monitored events are recorded and reported so you have a written record rather than only camera footage.
Monitoring is commonly layered with patrol or a staffed post so someone can respond physically when needed.
Frequently asked questions
Do we need to buy new cameras?
Monitoring is built around the surveillance you already have. Tell us what is installed and we will discuss what can be monitored; we do not promise compatibility before reviewing your setup.
What happens when something is seen?
Alerts go to the contacts you designate, and emergency services are notified when the situation warrants it. The activity is documented in reporting.
Is monitoring a substitute for officers on site?
No. Monitoring observes and alerts. When a physical response is needed, that requires a patrol visit or a staffed officer.
Can monitoring cover only certain hours?
Yes. Many clients monitor overnight or weekends only, when the property is otherwise unattended.
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Where we provide this service
Globe Protective Services serves eight California counties. Coverage is confirmed per property, so contact us to check scope and staffing for your address.