System Overview
High-level description of objectives, monitored areas, expected retention periods, and any analytic features used for detection or identification.
A standard template ensures consistent coverage, clearer responsibilities, auditable approvals, and predictable retention. It reduces omissions during procurement, helps meet privacy and security obligations, and creates a single record for installation, sign-off, and future audits.
Security, facilities, legal, and IT teams commonly collaborate to complete the template and approve deployments.
Use the template as a cross-functional record so each group’s responsibilities and approvals are clear and traceable.
High-level description of objectives, monitored areas, expected retention periods, and any analytic features used for detection or identification.
Floor plans or maps showing camera type, field of view, mounting height, and whether areas are public, semi-private, or private.
Details on camera models, resolution, network requirements, storage architecture, encryption, and power/backhaul arrangements.
Retention duration by camera/area, overwrite policies, secure deletion procedures, and who can request footage access.
Authorized roles, authentication method for reviewers, logging requirements, and procedures for external disclosure or law-enforcement requests.
Designated approvers, versioning of the template, approval dates, and signature fields for final authorization and vendor acceptance.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signatures | Use signNow eSignature with audit trail and timestamps |
| Authentication | Email link, SMS code, or knowledge-based options |
| File formats | PDF and DOCX supported for upload and signing |
| Integrations | Connectors for Salesforce, NetSuite, and Procore |
Decide which delivery channels and integrations you need so signatures and storage integrate with existing systems.
Ensure the chosen platform can provide a complete audit trail, encryption at rest and in transit, and integrations for automated archival to corporate records.
Document the target install date and completion milestone
File any required local permits before installation
Provide required notices before activating recording
Schedule periodic review of retention settings
Perform yearly compliance and access-log audits
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no credit card | No | No | Yes, limited | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes (BAA) | Yes | Yes | No | No |