Whether consisting of products, services or a combination of both, we’ve come to expect bundles. Cable providers offer bundles of any combination of TV, Internet and phone services, complete with the equipment to make everything work. That kind of one-stop-shopping convenience is one of the big draws of bundling. On top of that, packaged products and/or services also save consumers money, which is an even bigger attraction.
In security, the do-it-yourself (DIY) market has taken this approach and run with it, offering end users complete security alarm and/or video surveillance systems that are preconfigured for use and ready to go right out of the box. Simply place the equipment where you want, follow a few simple instructions and voila — instant security. It’s no wonder then that these types of kits have proven quite popular with a certain segment of end users —mainly for residential use, although some systems can be applied in small business settings.