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With rising concerns in site and infrastructure security, Axis Communications has launched free text search in AXIS Camera Station Pro. This AI-powered tool enables users to search video footage using natural language, streamlining investigations of theft, unauthorised access, and safety compliance. By leveraging open-source AI and on-premises processing, the system ensures accuracy and regulatory adherence. With construction theft losses reaching US $ 1 billion annually, Axis’ advanced surveillance solution enhances security, operational efficiency, and incident response for critical infrastructure and dynamic worksites.

T he architecture, engineering, and construction( AEC) industry increasingly relies on advanced surveillance solutions to enhance security, monitor progress, and ensure compliance on job sites and critical infrastructure. With vast, dynamic environments, locating specific events or individuals in recorded video can be challenging.

• Crime reduction: Visible security cameras have been found to reduce crime by 65 % on construction sites, highlighting their effectiveness in deterring unauthorised activities.
• Theft losses: Contractors face annual losses ranging from US $ 300 million to US $ 1 billion due to theft on construction sites, emphasising the need for robust surveillance systems.
• The market: The global video surveillance market is expected to grow from US $ 54.42 billion in 2024 to US $ 88.71 billion by 2030, driven by increasing security concerns and technological advancements.
Axis Communications, the leading manufacturer of network security and surveillance solutions, has introduced free text search in AXIS Camera Station Pro, a powerful video forensic tool that allows users to search using their own words. This enhances flexibility and accelerates investigations when searching for moving objects in large amounts of recorded video.

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Typically, video scrubbing is the quickest way to find objects and incidents. However, if that doesn’ t work, free text search offers a powerful
AI-based alternative.
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