

Editor Introduction
Analog video cameras are still used in a variety of applications, primarily because yesterday’s robust and flexible technology is still functioning today, although it has been years, or even decades, since the initial installation. In many cases, this past generation of security cameras is still reliable and effective.
Embracing an installed base of analog cameras is often the most cost-effective approach when updating or expanding a surveillance system. But what about the future? We asked this week’s Expert Panel Roundtable:
Is analog dead? Or how is it viable in today’s security systems?
Editor Summary
The surveillance industry has clearly transitioned from analog to the new technology of video cameras that connect using Internet protocol (IP). The persistence of analog in the market primarily boils down to the base of installed analog cameras that are still functioning and can be incorporated into more up-to-date systems using technologies such as video encoders. Even the costs of IP cameras have come down to a point that almost guarantees they will be the first choice when designing new systems.
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Sanjay Challa
Sanjay Challa is Salient’s Chief Product Officer, and brings years of experience in product marketing and product management in both hardware and software technology products. Sanjay obsesses over customers and the VMS market in order to keep Salient’s products useful, relevant, and enjoyable.
Prior to Salient, Sanjay was the Director of Product at Datical, and prior to that the Director of Product at Hypori. Sanjay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Tech.