CCTV just got smarter

Intellivid Corporation of Cambridge MA has introduced Video Investigator™

As video capture has changed from analogue to digital VI offers a novel and impressive software product that transforms an in store CCTV system into a powerful-theft prevention system.

Computer-aided tracking (CAT) enables the monitor to follow suspects even when you're unfamiliar with the store / street layout. (it says on their website)

Point and click on the suspect to track, and CAT guides you to the camera where they will most likely appear next - Rapidly create complete videos of a suspect's path and behavior for the entire they are in your store... sounds a breeze.

Monitor high value assets or restricted areas automatically with Video Article Surveillance™ (VAS) Provides information about what assets are stolen and when, by attaching a virtual asset tag to high-value assets using video.

Theft incidents are found in seconds they claim : None of the time and limitations of time-based or pixel-change searches

Manage and communicate investigation results fast: Integrated management enables you to capture, combine and communicate video evidence and case notes quickly and easily. (Spot the face ? Winona Ryder celeb heavy duty shoplifter)