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Neighbourhood watch 2.0

The project has the potential to benefit people in a number of ways. The first benefit is that it could reduce crime in neighbourhoods by providing citizens with a secure means of monitoring their local community.

Secondly, it can help improve the safety of citizens by providing them with a means of quickly accessing footage of suspicious activities. Thirdly, it can protect citizens’ privacy by ensuring that their footage is not stored online or accessible to third parties. A fourth benefit is that it is very simple to install and very cost-effective.

Finally, it may help reduce the cost of traditional neighbourhood watch systems by providing an alternative that is extremely affordable.

Neighbourhood Watch 2.0
Background

Background

Lack of privacy, security vulnerabilities, and the possibility of data misuse are some of the issues with other platforms. Through our platform, citizens will be able to access a private and secure system that they own and control.

Moreover, only citizens with permission can access footage stored for a limited time frame. It’s also designed to be disconnected from the internet, which eliminates the risk of data being hacked.

The platform is also designed to be low-cost and easy to install so that anyone can use it. A user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make the platform easy to use. This platform is an innovative solution that other platforms cannot offer.
Challenges: What Is Probably Hard?

Challenges: what is probably hard?

  1. Ensure the system is secure and private.
  2. Designing a user-friendly interface for the system.
  3. Integrating hardware and software components.
  4. Ensure the system is low cost.
  5. Developing a secure data storage system.
  6. Developing a system that is disconnected from the internet.
  7. Develop a system that can store footage for two weeks.
  8. Develop a system where citizens can upload their own information voluntarily.
  9. Develop a system that can be easily installed.
  10. Develop a system that is compliant with local laws and regulations.
Context: Existing Solutions

Context: existing solutions

  1. Video surveillance cameras: Video surveillance cameras are a key component of the neighbourhood watch system, allowing citizens to monitor their local area. Security cameras with night vision, motion sensors, and high-resolution video recording capabilities.
  2. Motion sensors: Motion sensors can be used to detect movement in the area and trigger the camera to start recording.
  3. Local storage: Local storage is essential for storing footage captured by cameras. This can be done using a hard drive or other storage devices.
  4. Data encryption: Data encryption is used to ensure that footage is kept secure and private.
  5. Access control: Access control is used to ensure that only authorised individuals are able to access the footage.
  6. Network security: Network security is used to ensure that the system is protected from hackers and other malicious actors.
  7. User interface: A user interface is used to allow citizens to access footage and upload specific fragments in the event of a crime.
  8. Cloud storage: Cloud storage can be used to store footage for longer periods of time, allowing police to access it if needed.
  9. Analytics software: Analytics software can be used to analyse the footage and detect patterns or suspicious activity.
  10. Mobile app: A mobile app can be used to allow citizens to access footage and upload specific fragments in the event of a crime.
  11. A secure software solution for recording, analysing, and storing video footage, and for sharing selected footage with police.
  12. An algorithm or system for automatically detecting suspicious activity and generating alerts.
Impact: How Will Life Be Different?

Impact: how will life be different?

Using this platform would change our lives by providing us with a greater sense of safety and security. It would give us the ability to monitor our neighbourhoods and report any suspicious activity to the police.

It would also provide a way for us to protect ourselves and our property, as well as provide an additional layer of protection against crime. Additionally, it would provide a way for us to be more involved in our local communities and help to build stronger relationships between neighbours.
Opportunity

Opportunity

  1. It provides citizens with the opportunity to take ownership of their local area and become more involved in their community.

  2. It gives citizens the chance to be more aware of their surroundings and be proactive in preventing crime.

  3. It allows people to remain anonymous while still providing valuable footage to the police.

  4. It offers citizens the chance to be part of a secure and private neighbourhood watch system.

  5. It provides people with the opportunity to help the police with their investigations.

  6. It allows citizens to monitor their local area without the risk of a ‘big brother’ type society.

  7. It provides people with the ability to quickly and easily install the system.

  8. It gives citizens the chance to store footage for two weeks for police to access.

  9. It provides people with the opportunity to voluntarily upload specific footage fragments in the event of a crime.

  10. It offers citizens the chance to have a low-cost security system.

Where we stand and what lies ahead

Context

Existing solutions

  1. Video surveillance cameras: Video surveillance cameras are a key component of the neighbourhood watch system, allowing citizens to monitor their local area. Security cameras with night vision, motion sensors, and high-resolution video recording capabilities.
  2. Motion sensors: Motion sensors can be used to detect movement in the area and trigger the camera to start recording.
  3. Local storage: Local storage is essential for storing footage captured by cameras. This can be done using a hard drive or other storage devices.
  4. Data encryption: Data encryption is used to ensure that footage is kept secure and private.
  5. Access control: Access control is used to ensure that only authorised individuals are able to access the footage.
  6. Network security: Network security is used to ensure that the system is protected from hackers and other malicious actors.
  7. User interface: A user interface is used to allow citizens to access footage and upload specific fragments in the event of a crime.
  8. Cloud storage: Cloud storage can be used to store footage for longer periods of time, allowing police to access it if needed.
  9. Analytics software: Analytics software can be used to analyse the footage and detect patterns or suspicious activity.
  10. Mobile app: A mobile app can be used to allow citizens to access footage and upload specific fragments in the event of a crime.
  11. A secure software solution for recording, analysing, and storing video footage, and for sharing selected footage with police.
  12. An algorithm or system for automatically detecting suspicious activity and generating alerts.
Risks

How could IT backfire?

  1. Security risks: The system could be vulnerable to hacking and data breaches, which could lead to the footage being accessed by unauthorised parties.
  2. Privacy concerns: Citizens may be concerned about their privacy and the potential for their footage to be used for other purposes.
  3. Cost: The cost of the hardware and software may be prohibitive for some citizens.
  4. Technical difficulties: The system may be difficult to install and maintain, leading to user frustration and potential abandonment of the project.
  5. Lack of trust: Citizens may not trust the system, leading to low adoption rates.
  6. Legal issues: There may be legal issues surrounding the use of the footage, such as data protection and privacy laws.
  7. Lack of awareness: Citizens may not be aware of the system or its benefits, leading to low adoption rates.
  8. Unreliability: The system may be unreliable and prone to failure, leading to user frustration and potential abandonment of the project.
  9. Liability: Citizens may be concerned about potential liability if the footage is used in a criminal investigation.
  10. Abuse: Citizens may use the system for malicious purposes, such as harassing or intimidating neighbours.
Challenges

What is probably hard?

  1. Ensure the system is secure and private.
  2. Designing a user-friendly interface for the system.
  3. Integrating hardware and software components.
  4. Ensure the system is low cost.
  5. Developing a secure data storage system.
  6. Developing a system that is disconnected from the internet.
  7. Develop a system that can store footage for two weeks.
  8. Develop a system where citizens can upload their own information voluntarily.
  9. Develop a system that can be easily installed.
  10. Develop a system that is compliant with local laws and regulations.
Rollout Roadmap

How can IT go big?

  1. Identify and engage key stakeholders: Identify key stakeholders such as local law enforcement, local government, and community members to develop a comprehensive understanding of the project and its objectives.
  2. Develop a comprehensive project plan: Develop a comprehensive project plan that outlines the timeline, budget, and resources needed to successfully implement the project.
  3. Design and develop the hardware and software: Design and develop the hardware and software components of the project, including the camera, storage, and user interface.
  4. Test and refine the system: Test the system in a controlled environment to ensure that it meets the project objectives and is user-friendly.
  5. Develop a marketing and outreach plan: Develop a marketing and outreach plan to inform the public about the project and its benefits.
  6. Secure funding: Secure funding from local and state governments, as well as private donations, to cover the costs of the project.
  7. Pilot the project: Pilot the project in a limited area to test the system and ensure it meets the project objectives.
  8. Expand the project: Expand the project to other areas of the city or state, with the goal of eventually covering the entire region.
  9. Monitor and evaluate the project: Monitor and evaluate the project to ensure it is meeting its objectives and providing value to the community.
  10. Create a sustainability plan: Create a sustainability plan to ensure the project is able to continue to operate in the long term.