Milestone Systems Debuts Evidence Manager for XProtect Video Management System
Milestone Systems, a leading provider of open-platform video management software (VMS), has launched its latest offering - the XProtect Evidence Manager (XEM). This digital evidence management system is designed to securely capture, manage, and organize video evidence, with a focus on operational efficiency, flexibility, and legal compliance [1].
Key Features of XProtect Evidence Manager
- Secure and Structured Video Management: XEM allows users to extract relevant video segments while preserving critical metadata such as GPS coordinates and timestamps. Video evidence is transferred to a centralized repository with a full chain of custody and built-in audit trails to maintain integrity for internal investigations and legal processes [1].
- Open Platform Integration: XEM integrates seamlessly with Milestone XProtect VMS and supports a wide variety of third-party devices, including body cameras, sensors, and analytics platforms like Milestone's BriefCam [2][3].
- Workflow Efficiency: Designed to streamline case building and management, XEM's intuitive interface reduces the time and complexity typically involved in managing digital evidence [2].
- Scalability and Flexibility: XEM supports deployments from single departments to large multi-site operations, adapting to organizational needs without requiring additional external applications [1].
- Compliance and Security: XEM features SAML authentication for secure access, which supports integration with enterprise authentication providers, ensuring controlled and auditable access to sensitive evidence [4].
Benefits of XProtect Evidence Manager
- Operational Optimization: The system’s integration with IoT devices and sensors alongside video feeds enables unified incident management and faster response times by bringing all relevant data into a single platform [5].
- Cost-Effective and Future-Proof: The open platform approach reduces total cost of ownership by avoiding proprietary storage solutions and unnecessary workflow complexity, providing freedom in storage options and hardware choices [2].
- Enhanced Collaboration: XEM facilitates cooperation between operators and law enforcement through secure, browser-based evidence delivery systems that comply with chain-of-custody protocols [3].
- Improved Documentation and Legal Readiness: Accurate linking of video to metadata like GPS and timestamps ensures precise documentation, vital for courtroom and investigative use [1].
Meanwhile, DMP, a leading manufacturer of security systems, has introduced JamAlert, a device designed to detect illegal cell jammers. The increasing usage of cellular signal jammers leaves security systems vulnerable, and JamAlert provides organizations with a tool to protect their systems from such threats [6][7].
In conclusion, Milestone's XProtect Evidence Manager is a secure, scalable, and open digital evidence management solution that enhances operational workflows while ensuring evidence integrity and compliance for law enforcement, public safety, and security organizations. On the other hand, JamAlert redefines how organizations can protect their systems from illegal cell jammers, addressing the growing threat in the digital age.
[1] Milestone Systems. (2022). XProtect Evidence Manager. Retrieved from https://www.milestonesys.com/en-us/products/xprotect-evidence-manager/ [2] Milestone Systems. (2022). XProtect Evidence Manager - Key Features. Retrieved from https://www.milestonesys.com/en-us/products/xprotect-evidence-manager/key-features/ [3] Milestone Systems. (2022). XProtect Evidence Manager - Benefits. Retrieved from https://www.milestonesys.com/en-us/products/xprotect-evidence-manager/benefits/ [4] Milestone Systems. (2022). XProtect Evidence Manager - Security. Retrieved from https://www.milestonesys.com/en-us/products/xprotect-evidence-manager/security/ [5] Milestone Systems. (2022). XProtect Evidence Manager - Integrations. Retrieved from https://www.milestonesys.com/en-us/products/xprotect-evidence-manager/integrations/ [6] DMP. (2022). JamAlert. Retrieved from https://www.dmp.com/products/jamalert/ [7] DMP. (2022). Cell Jammers. Retrieved from https://www.dmp.com/cell-jammers/
Data-and-cloud-computing technology is essential for XProtect Evidence Manager's secure and structured video management, as it allows the system to preserve critical metadata and transfer video evidence to a centralized repository. The technology also enables the seamless integration of XEM with Milestone XProtect VMS and various third-party devices.
Milestone's XProtect Evidence Manager, with its data-and-cloud-computing capabilities, aligns perfectly with the trend of shifting towards digital evidence management solutions, providing organizations with innovative ways to securely manage digital evidence.
