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Ring doorbells have become the glowing amulets of suburbia — sleek, modern, promising safety at the press of a button. But let’s be clear: Ring gives you a replay, not a response. Yes, they’re affordable, easy to install, and brilliant for deliveries. Yes, they deter petty thieves and capture crisp HD footage. But at the end of the day, they’re still just a glorified doorbell — reliant on Wi-Fi, batteries, and your phone being on. True protection is different. It’s 24/7 monitoring. It’s trained operators who can dispatch police, fire, or medical help in seconds. It’s systems that act while you sleep. Don’t confuse feeling safe with being safe. One gives you peace of mind after the fact. The other saves you in the moment.

In a world where traditional CCTV and self-monitored alarms just don’t cut it anymore, video verification is stepping in as the smarter, faster, and more reliable security solution. In this blog, the CMS team breaks down why verified monitoring is the missing piece in modern business protection—reducing false alarms, improving emergency response times, and giving you 24/7 peace of mind with real-time, human-backed surveillance. If you’re still relying on outdated systems, it’s time to rethink your approach.

Many assume they’re protected just because they have alarms or cameras in place, but real security goes beyond that. These 8 critical questions will help you assess vulnerabilities and make sure your security system actually works when you need it most.

CMS believes that a more inclusive environment is key to shaping the future of security. Learn more about our approach in our latest blog.

Discover the top 10 security trends shaping 2025, from AI-powered surveillance to cybersecurity and affordable solutions for businesses. Stay ahead with insights on innovation, privacy, and real-time threat detection.

Over the last few months, there have been some exciting new developments going on behind the scenes here at Central Monitoring Services. After a great deal of thought and discussion, we decided… It was time to rebrand!

Where are threats against you and your business most likely coming from?

Of course, we hear a lot of chatter about the importance of protecting our business’ digital assets, safeguarding customer data and staying safe from the growing threat of online attacks.