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Over the past few years, we have seen several improvements within the security industry – one of which is automatic license plate recognition. ALPR technology works by reading registration numbers in seconds.
Firstly, the image is captured and enhanced with various manipulation techniques. Then, OCR (optical character recognition) is used to read the different letters and numbers.
While some of us may have seen a plate reader in action, not many know their different uses. From assisting the police force to collecting tolls – you would be surprised at how frequently we cross paths with them.
Want to learn more? In this article, we will talk about five interesting benefits of automatic license plate recognition.
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24/7 Monitoring
In terms of parking management, one of the best advantages of using automatic license plate recognition is that it allows you to monitor the premises 24/7. So no matter the time or day, you’ll be able to see who has entered and exited the car park.
If you pair it with video surveillance, you have even better security. All of which can be used to assist law enforcement (which we will discuss further below).
Accessibility
Alongside using ALPR to assist with breaches and monitoring, it’s also a great preventative measure. For example, most criminals are less likely to target a facility with sound technology installed.
If you use the right software, you can even make it so that only approved vehicles have access to certain areas. This, in turn, reduces the risk of workplace accidents and prevents unauthorized access.
Efficiency
We all know how frustrating congestion can be in a crowded car park. By using an automatic reader, vehicles will be able to enter at a much faster rate, improving traffic flow significantly.
Efficiency can also be shown in the requirements of security personnel. Instead of having to walk around the entire premises, they can easily monitor who is inside via included CCTV footage.
Law Enforcement Assistance
Law enforcement offices use ALPR in many different ways. As well as gathering evidence for cases, it can be used to check vehicle registration quickly.
It’s also important to note that these systems are incredibly accurate. Eyewitness reports aren’t always the most reliable, but with ALPR, you can easily find the license plate number, vehicle make, and color involved in a crime.
Cost-Effective Solution
While you might think that implementing this type of technology is more expensive, that’s actually not the case. In most situations, you’ll be able to reduce the need for physical security personnel, thus cutting down your wages.
But that’s not all. It’s also possible for a business to charge fines if they notice a vehicle isn’t using the facilities correctly. These payments could cover the cost of the system.
Final Words
As you can see, many great benefits are associated with automatic license plate recognition. In fact, it will be interesting to see how far this incredible technology will go in the future!
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