Most mid-sized warehouses already have cameras. The problem: They show you what happened, not what's happening.
The good news? Security is getting smarter, making it easier to predict and prevent incidents before they happen. Using AI-enabled camera placement supports unusual behavior alerts, after-hours motion filtering, restricted-area dwell notifications, and more.
Read on for video surveillance systems that give you an active line of defense.
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Motorola Solutions,
Video Surveillance,
Facilities Management,
Video Surveillance Technology,
warehouse
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With most people carrying a cell phone in their pocket, why would a business invest in a separate communication system?
Ask the operations manager who spent 10 minutes trying to reach an employee whose phone died at 4%. Or ask the facilities coordinator who watched a $1,000 screen shatter on a concrete floor.
The industries that use two-way radios aren't behind the times.They've tested and deliberately chosen two-way radios.
Below, we look at hotels, retailers, and manufacturers that still opt for two-way radios over smartphones, and the specific reasons why.
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Two Way Radios,
Motorola Solutions,
Communication Systems,
Wireless Communications,
Retail Communications,
Manufacturing Communications,
Hospitality Communications
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Concerts, festivals, trade shows, and everything in between are filling calendars fast. The safety and success of these events require instant and hassle-free communication.
Counting on cell phones? Cell networks can fail in crowded venues. Professional two-way radios for events are a more reliable option for coordinators.
Better yet? Renting means skipping the integration headaches, storage space worries, and the cost of gear you'll only use a few times a year.
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Two Way Radios,
Motorola Solutions,
Hospitality,
Rental Equipment,
event communications,
public safety,
FCC licensing,
GPS tracking,
event safety,
radio rentals
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Great service doesn't come from a product catalog. It comes from people who genuinely care about solving your problem. Bryan Phillips is one of those people.
We're proud to spotlight Bryan, a recent addition to the sales team whose deep industry roots and family ties to Motorola Solutions make him a natural fit for the ChiComm family.
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Chicago Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Employee Spotlight,
Communication Solutions,
Wireless Communications,
team spotlight
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Video surveillance plays a key role in most safety strategies. But in schools and healthcare facilities, there are areas where cameras cannot and should not be installed.
Bathrooms. Locker rooms. Changing areas. Certain patient and behavioral health spaces.
The HALO Smart Sensor is designed to help address that gap.
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Chicago Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Technology,
Education,
Safety Solutions,
Healthcare
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The end of the year always provides a time for reflection and an opportunity to focus on the path forward for the year ahead and beyond. With this in mind, I want to take the time to share some of the exciting accomplishments and acknowledge the teams from CSE Crosscom US and UK, a leading provider ofmission-critical communications and video solutions.
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Chicago Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Bi-Directional Amplifiers,
Digital Two-Way Radios,
Video Surveillance,
Distributed Antenna System
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Budgets are tight, so the goal is simple: use the right technologies (and the right upgrades) to improve reliability, coverage, and interoperability.
Let’s walk through what delivers the most value in 2026 and how to match each option to the problems you actually need to solve.
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Two Way Radios,
Chicago Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Wireless Communication,
Radio System,
Technology,
Safety Solutions,
Product Spotlight
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Reliable batteries keep your team talking. The fastest way to extend Motorola two-way radio battery life is to use Motorola-approved chargers, follow a steady daily charge routine, store spares correctly, and replace aging packs before capacity drops.
This guide provides clear steps to reduce downtime and help your batteries last longer, based on our extensive service experience.
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Two Way Radios,
Chicago Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Two Way Radio Accessories,
Maintenance/Installation/Service
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Fast and reliable communication is non-negotiable in today's world. In schools, parks, campuses, and transit systems, the ability to call for help instantly—without relying on cell phones—can make all the difference. However, many emergency phones and wall-mounted call buttons still in use are outdated, difficult to maintain, and don’t always function when needed.
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Public Safety Communications,
Motorola Solutions,
Radio System,
MOTOTRBO,
Safety Solutions
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When your team is split between radios and smartphones, communication gaps can slow everything down. That’s especially true for transportation and construction teams, where clear, instant coordination is essential to keeping schedules on track and operations safe.
If your drivers and crew members are using different devices and systems, Motorola WAVE offers a solution that brings everyone onto the same channel—literally.
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Motorola Solutions,
Interoperability,
Technology,
Push to Talk
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