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Motion detection is one of the most common features in business security systems. It helps capture activity and alert you when something moves within a camera’s view. But motion detection alone isn’t always reliable – and in many cases, it’s not enough.
False alarms, delayed responses, and missed incidents are all signs that your system might need an upgrade. To improve reliability and response times, more businesses are now turning to verified alarm systems that combine motion detection with real-time video.
See how Solink can complete your business security camera system.
Why motion detection alone isn't enough for business security
Motion detection works by recognizing changes in pixels or infrared heat within a camera’s field of view. While it can detect activity, it doesn’t confirm whether that activity is a real threat or something harmless like a shadow, animal, or shift in lighting.
That creates three major problems:
False alarms: Most alerts are triggered by non-threatening movement
Alert fatigue: Staff start ignoring alerts that rarely lead to anything important
Slow or no response: Police and emergency services often don’t respond quickly unless the threat is confirmed
When your system sends out constant false alerts, you waste time and increase risk. Businesses need more certainty before taking action – and that’s where video-verified alarms make the difference.
What is a verified alarm system and how does it work?
A verified alarm system confirms that a real incident is happening before sending an alert to emergency responders or business owners.
Here’s how it works:
A motion detector is triggered
The system pulls video from the camera tied to that motion
A trained monitoring agent or smart system reviews the footage
If a threat is confirmed, the alert is escalated and responders are contacted
This verification step filters out false alarms and ensures faster, more accurate responses. Some platforms also allow business owners to verify incidents themselves through a mobile app or web dashboard.
Verified alarms also meet standards for priority response, meaning law enforcement is more likely to treat the event as urgent.
The risks of relying on unverified motion alerts
Businesses that rely only on motion-based alerts are exposed to several avoidable risks:
Wasted time and resources
False alarms take up valuable time. Whether it’s managers checking cameras or emergency responders showing up for nothing, that time adds up fast.
Missed incidents
If motion detection is too sensitive, you may start ignoring alerts. That can lead to real incidents being overlooked because no one trusts the system anymore.
Liability issues
If an incident occurs and no one responds because the system failed to verify it, the business could face legal or financial consequences.
Damaged relationships with responders
Some cities penalize businesses for excessive false alarms. Over time, unverified systems can damage your reputation with local authorities and impact response times when something real happens.
How video verification improves alarm accuracy and response
Video verification adds context to motion alerts. Instead of getting a generic notification about “activity,” you get a visual confirmation of what caused it.
Here’s what verified video alarms bring to your business:
Fewer false alarms: Only real threats get escalated
Faster response times: Verified threats qualify for police priority in many areas
Visual evidence: Video shows exactly what happened, when, and where
Remote visibility: You can verify threats from your phone or browser, without being on-site
For high-risk industries like cannabis, retail, or banking, this level of accuracy is essential. It reduces downtime, protects people and assets, and improves incident outcomes.
Why businesses choose Solink for video alarm verification
Solink offers a verified video alarm solution that combines your existing security cameras with smart motion detection and real-time monitoring.
With Solink, you get:
Verified video alarms sent to both your team and emergency responders
Live video access from any device
Custom alert settings based on hours, zones, or activity types
Easy clip sharing with law enforcement
Integration with existing analog or IP cameras
Solink’s video verification service helps reduce false alarms and gives you control over how you respond to incidents. Whether it’s catching theft after hours or confirming a break-in in real time, Solink helps you act faster with confidence.
Want to see how Solink verifies threats in real time?
Book a demo and see how verified video alarms can upgrade your security system.