Axis body worn cameras – systems for agencies and organizations that need to record events

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A body worn camera captures events from the perspective of someone directly on the scene. In many situations, it captures information that stationary surveillance would miss.

For public services, security personnel, transport, critical infrastructure, and other environments where interventions must be documented, image quality and battery life are not the only priorities. Equally important are how recordings are secured, the ability to reconstruct events, device and user management, and the integration of footage into existing security ecosystems.

squareTec supplies and implements body worn solutions from Axis Communications, including cameras, docking stations, system controllers, software, and integration with video and evidence management systems.

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Body worn camera systems – from recording to evidence management

Implementing body worn cameras involves much more than just purchasing hardware.

A typical environment includes:

cameras → users → docking stations → system controllers → device management → footage transfer → repository → VMS/EMS → archiving and sharing of material

Each of these elements is vital to daily operations.

squareTec designs environments tailored to the client's workflow: the number of users, shift patterns, camera check-in/check-out procedures, docking station placement, storage requirements, and existing IT infrastructure.

This ensures that the body worn camera is integrated into your existing security and evidence management processes, rather than functioning as a standalone device.

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Axis body worn cameras – models and applications

AXIS W102

For demanding operational use

A rugged camera designed for demanding operational environments. It delivers high-quality video and audio, up to 120 seconds of pre-event buffering, and live streaming support. The device's design and features are tailored for law enforcement and security personnel.

AXIS W111

Lightweight camera for full-shift use

A newer, compact model designed for workplace applications and more. Weighing just 99g, it offers a full-shift battery life in typical use and supports up to 120 seconds of pre-event buffering. The camera utilizes open integration standards and multi-layered cybersecurity.

AXIS W120

Live streaming and location tracking

A model specifically designed for applications requiring live streaming and location tracking. Built-in LTE/4G connectivity allows for direct video streaming from the camera, while the device offers up to 15 hours of battery life, up to 120 seconds of pre-event buffering, and a Stealth mode.

The choice of a specific model should be based on working conditions, usage patterns, required mobility, battery life, the need for live streaming, and how it integrates with your existing environment.

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Body worn cameras with pre-event buffering

In dynamic situations, starting a recording exactly when an incident occurs can mean losing information from the seconds leading up to it.

That is why Axis cameras use pre-event buffering. Depending on the model and configuration, it is possible to capture up to 120 seconds of footage prior to the start of the actual recording.

The system also allows for the automatic activation of nearby cameras. Axis is developing this feature by, among other things, triggering adjacent devices using Bluetooth signals.

This is important during interventions, inspections, site security operations, or situations where an incident involves more than one employee.

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Secure recording and evidence protection

In public environments and high-security settings, recordings must be protected not only while stored but throughout their entire lifecycle.

Axis solutions utilize, among others:

• data encryption,
• secure boot,
• signed recordings,
• hardware-based key protection,
• secure communication,
• system access control,
• secure transfer of footage to the target system.

Axis also uses Axis Edge Vault, signed firmware, and mechanisms to ensure the integrity of recordings. For live streaming, additional end-to-end encryption is applied.

In practice, this means the ability to design a process where footage follows a specific path:

recording → protection → transfer → storage → access → export / sharing

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AXIS Body Worn Live – live video streaming

In certain applications, simply saving a recording after an intervention is not enough.

AXIS Body Worn Live enables live video streaming from a body-worn camera. With the AXIS W120, streaming can take place directly via built-in LTE/4G. The system also allows for user location tracking.

This operational model can be used during:

• emergency service interventions,
• event security,
• security operations,
• work in high-risk facilities,
• situations requiring remote operator support.

The operator can receive a view of the situation while the event is still unfolding, rather than waiting until the user returns to the docking station.

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Integration with VMS and evidence management systems

One of the key features of the Axis solution is its open architecture.

The body-worn system can be integrated with your chosen VMS or EMS environment, allowing recordings from body-worn cameras to be managed alongside footage from fixed cameras.

Axis provides integration with, among others:

• Genetec Security Center,
• Milestone XProtect,
• AXIS Camera Station Pro,
• AXIS Case Insight.

For Genetec, body worn camera footage can be managed within Security Center and Genetec Clearance. For Milestone, the AXIS Body Worn for XProtect solution is available, enabling secure uploading, storage, viewing, exporting, and sharing of footage.

For an organization that already has a VMS, this means the ability to incorporate body worn cameras into the existing architecture rather than building a separate environment.

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Managing body worn cameras and users

With a few cameras, system configuration is relatively simple. With dozens or hundreds of devices, administrative processes start to matter.

Who gets a specific camera?
Which camera is available at the start of a shift?
Is the device software up to date?
Has it been docked correctly?
Have the recordings been uploaded?
What is the battery status?

AXIS Body Worn Manager Pro allows for centralized management of large, distributed installations. It includes system configuration, settings management, updates, and integration with Microsoft Active Directory.

In large organizations, it is worth designing these processes at the implementation stage.

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Privacy, recording control, and data retention

Body-worn cameras operate in environments where bystanders, employees, sensitive information, or areas subject to strict privacy regulations may be present.

Current versions of Axis software include mechanisms such as privacy zones, including the ability to automatically stop recording when a user enters a specific zone. The system can also notify the user when recording is activated.

When designing a solution, we analyze not only camera specifications but also recording policies, user permissions, data retention, and how footage is shared.

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Implementing a body-worn camera system

Implementing body-worn cameras involves preparing the entire environment for daily operations—from selecting devices and system architecture to configuration, integration, and user training.

Environmental analysis

We analyze user workflows, the number of devices, locations, existing IT infrastructure and security systems, as well as requirements for recording, transferring, and storing footage.

Selecting body-worn cameras and system architecture

We select Axis camera models, docking stations, controllers, mounts, and other solution components, taking into account usage patterns, the work environment, and technical requirements.

Configuring the body-worn camera system

We configure devices, users, profiles, recording policies, data transfer, and other system elements in accordance with the adopted architecture and organizational requirements.

Integrating body-worn cameras with existing systems

We integrate the body-worn solution with VMS, EMS, and other components of the client's security infrastructure. Depending on the environment, this also includes integration with content management systems and existing IT infrastructure.

System commissioning and testing

We verify the entire process – from issuing the camera to the user, through recording and transferring footage, to accessing the material in the target system.

Training for users and administrators

We train users on how to operate the cameras and handle the footage, as well as administrators responsible for managing the system, devices, and permissions.

Support and development of body-worn camera systems

We provide technical support after system launch, as well as assistance with maintenance, updates, and expansion as your organization's needs evolve.

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Our body-worn camera deployments

We implement body-worn camera systems in organizations where safety, incident documentation, and efficient material management are essential. Below are selected locations where squareTec has completed deployments.

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Body-worn cameras for emergency services, security, transport, and the public sector

Public services

Recording interventions, documenting activities, and securing footage from field operations.

Critical infrastructure security

Documenting incidents and the work of security personnel in facilities requiring high levels of security.

Transport

Ensuring the safety of employees, drivers, ticket inspectors, and staff working directly with passengers or within transport infrastructure.

Facility security

Documenting interventions and incidents by security personnel.

Administration and public organizations

Recording field activities and reducing disputes regarding the course of events.

Healthcare

Documenting conflict situations and increasing the safety of staff working directly with patients. The AXIS W111 is specifically positioned for the healthcare sector as well.

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Axis Body Worn + squareTec integration expertise

Axis technology

Axis develops a complete body-worn system: cameras, docking stations, controllers, software, and integrations with VMS/EMS. The solution is based on an open architecture, allowing it to be integrated into the client's existing environment.

Integration with existing environment

We tailor the solution to your existing infrastructure and organizational workflow. We can connect body-worn cameras with VMS, access control, surveillance, and other elements of your security environment.

Implementation and configuration

We manage the entire deployment process and provide training for both camera users and those responsible for system administration.

Security

Axis solutions utilize multi-layered device and data protection mechanisms, including encryption, secure boot, recording signing, and hardware-based key protection.

Experience in high-security environments

squareTec's expertise covers physical security systems, cybersecurity, and IT/OT infrastructure integration. This allows us to treat the body-worn solution as part of your overall security architecture.

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Implementing Axis body-worn cameras

If you are considering implementing body-worn cameras, we can help determine the number of devices, how they will be used, system architecture, data storage methods, and integration with your existing security environment.

We can start with an analysis of your current environment and prepare a solution variant tailored to your organization.

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