Verint Systems News
Verint® Systems Inc., recently introduced a series of enhancements to its situational awareness and video analytics solutions. These advancements are designed to further the end user experience and maximize visibility into an organization’s security operations. Verint Situational Awareness Platform Upgrade The upgraded Verint Situational Awareness™ platform incorporates enhanced visualisation and actionable intelligence capabilities to help security personnel achieve higher lev...
Going back to the days when we asked our children to program our VCRs, many of us are challenged by the intricacies of technology. However, a benefit of newer inventions such as smartphones and tablets is that they are easier to use and “intuitive” – whatever that means. Security and video surveillance systems are becoming more complex in lockstep with consumer electronics, so we asked this week’s panelists: How does technology innovation in security systems impact the sk...
There’s almost no such thing as a local business anymore. Even the smallest of entrepreneurs find they have immediate access to a global marketplace via the Internet, and larger companies continue to find new ways to maximize their successes throughout the world. We asked our panelists this week to comment on how they see globalization impacting the physical security market. Their broad-ranging responses emphazis the opportunities and challenges of succeeding the global marketplace.
Sentry360, one of the fastest growing IP camera manufacturers in the industry, announced recently the integration of their 360-degree cameras, as well as their HD and Ultra HD cameras, with Verint Video Management Software™ (VMS). Verint is a valued Sentry360 partner that delivers innovative and comprehensive security solutions that are proven in a wide variety of applications. Verint VMS streamlines video security operations and helps end users rapidly make sense of the vast volumes of v...
The U.S. physical security market will be focused on Las Vegas this week and the big ISC West trade show for 2015. But what should attendees expect when they get to Sin City? We asked our panelists for their insights into what will be making “big news” at this year’s show. Fortunately, the suspense is almost over!
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities of IP physical security systems have long been the industry’s “elephant in the room.” Perhaps as a function of salesmanship, the possibility of a cybersecurity attack on a physical security system has sometimes been downplayed or dismissed. However, video from hacked cameras streaming on the Internet cannot be ignored, nor can the possibility that an enterprise’s system could be hacked using back-door entry through an unprotected physical sec...
The retired police officer who takes a cushy job as a security director is almost a cultural cliché. Like any cliché, the idea has roots in the real world, where police departments have often been a rich source of the security industry’s leadership talent. Former military personnel often find their way to the security industry, too, and realize that the familiar elements of discipline and command structure translate well. We wondered about the impact of this historic trend an...
The people element is a huge variable in the operation of any security system, and in any aspect of business for that matter. Training is a valuable tool to manage that variable, especially as it relates to newer, more complex networked physical security systems. Training can be a challenge throughout our market, which needs well-trained employees at the security front lines of our end users companies as well as competent, knowledgeable technicians handling installation and maintenance of securi...
Various vertical markets such as retail, airports, and transportation have benefited from video analytics Video analytics systems have progressed far beyond the theoretical and are now being used effectively in a range of applications. Let’s look at some of the real-world scenarios that have taken advantage of the latest video analytics systems. Video analytics aren’t just for security. For a traffic application, Agent Vi provides business intelligence on the ave...
Many purpose-focused stand-alone systemsaddress business goals aside from security Transportation gets passengers and goods to their destination safely and in a timely manner. Making transportation possible are purpose-focused stand-alone systems – many that address business goals and others that achieve safety/security goals. Some systems can impact both business and security goals. For example, access control can eliminate the expense and maintenance of locks and keys...
Video analytics allow users to automate the use of video and extract more value Almost anyone in the video analytics market will admit that the capabilities of the technology were initially oversold. The first generation of analytics simply didn’t work as promised, and an undercurrent of distrust of the technology in general still haunts the market. Ironically, video analytics capabilities have now matured into a robust and dependable option for a variety of applications...
This week brought a big surprise to the security and video surveillance market; specifically, the announcement of Canon’s plans to acquire iconic IP camera manufacturer Axis. But surprises happen all the time, especially in a dynamic, technology-driven market like physical security. Those who have been involved in this market for many years have often been surprised, for better or worse, at the various twists and turns over time. It’s part of what keeps life interesting! This week, w...
Better, faster networking plays into the optimistic outlook for the transportation vertical Our market has plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the future of security systems in the transportation vertical. “Given the advances in processing power and technology, we can only imagine what the capability of an IP camera will be in five years,” comments Anthony Incorvati, business development manager, critical infrastructure and transportation, Axis Communicat...
The security landscape continues to evolve in new, complex ways for transportation customers Dealers looking to enter – or to expand their presence in – the transportation vertical must adapt to the unique needs of each transportation agency customer. Issues such as limited budgets/resources, aging technologies, operational challenges and safety issues must all be considered when designing a system to best meet an agency’s needs. Integrators should seek to...
Dozens of suppliers, dealers, installers and industry organisations participated in our First Annual Security Market Review and Forecast 2014 was a great time to be in the security industry, and 2015 will be even better. This is the optimistic view shared among industry leaders contacted by SourceSecurity.com and asked to reflect on the market in 2014 and to look ahead to the New Year. Dozens of suppliers, dealers, installers and industry organizations participated in our...
Organizations are looking to emerging technologies to enhance security and communications Verint 2014/2015 Review and Forecast: The overall economy was solid in 2014, with large regions and industries continuing to grow and emerging markets revealing even greater opportunity. We are seeing emerging signs of strength in industries like Higher Education that are expanding their security horizons, or taking note of global events. Additionally, security organizations continue to...
Alan Roden, Verint’s senior vice president, will present on Thursday, December 11 at 2 pm ET Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced its participation in Imperial Capital’s Security Investor Conference to be held at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City on December 10-11. Alan Roden, Verint’s senior vice president of corporate development, will present on Thursday, December 11 at 2 pm ET. A live webcast will be available on the Investor Relations section...
Verint’s Magic Quadrant leader position is based on its ability to execute, covering product/service, overall viability Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced that it has been positioned in the “Leaders Quadrant” of the newly published “Magic Quadrant for Customer Engagement Center Workforce Optimization” report from research and advisory firm Gartner, Inc. The company’s standing in the November 12, 2014 research is based on its ab...
The security intelligence platform includes Verint VMS, Situation Management Center, and IP cameras Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced that Sao Bernardo do Campo has deployed a comprehensive security intelligence platform that includes Verint Video Management Software™, Verint Situation Management Center™ and Verint IP Cameras as part of its “Safe City Program.” The goal of the initiative was to implement comprehensive supporting technology to...
The ability to view surveillance footage on mobile devices adds greater flexibility to an organization's security monitoring system. But of course, there are drawbacks. In the age of mobile devices, we are able to do more and more while "on the go" and are less limited by the need to be at a desktop computer with internet / network connectivity. We are seeing the proliferation of mobile apps designed to enable us to access our most important files and perform important tasks...
Ovum cites Verint as a clear leader for customer interaction analytics capabilities Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced it has been named a Market Leader by industry analyst firm Ovum in the Ovum Decision Matrix: Selecting a Customer Interaction Analytics Vendor, 2014-15 report published September 15. Ovum cites Verint as a clear leader for customer interaction analytics capabilities, for which it achieved the top scores across all 10 technology assessment categories,...
John Voyatzis has over 10 years’ experience with security and surveillance technologies Arecont Vision®, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced that John Voyatzis has joined the company as Director of Sales for Canada. Voyatzis will apply his extensive industry experience to support Arecont Vision® customers, integrators, and technology partners, while generating new business to further grow Arecont Vision®’s presence...
Just like many things, security systems have their own life cycles. Most end users would say that a "good" system should last a certain amount of time. Each system or device has a generally established and expected life span, and anything that falls short of its life expectancy is generally deemed as "poor quality." We asked some of our panellists to reflect on the life cycles of security systems. We wanted to get their insights on trends they have observed i...
The general public often has misconceptions about security systems. How should security industry experts educate the general public to better understand security systems and their capabilities? As security industry professionals, our panellists are more than used to explaining security systems to customers and other members of the general public. As experts in the field, it is their prerogative to help set the records straight when it comes to what people understan...
AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is pleased to announce that Verint®, a longtime member of the Symmetry™ Extended Business Solution (EBS) Program, has certified its latest version of Verint Situation Management Center™ (SMC) software with AMAG’s Symmetry™ v7.0.1 Access Control Software. AMAG and Verint cooperatively tested and certified this integration. “Verint’s participation in the Symmetry E...
The institution implements Verint software to optimize processes and work performed in back-office operation Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced that a leading financial services institution is gaining greater visibility into the effectiveness of its annuities division with Verint Back-Office Workforce Management™. The solution — which includes forecasting and scheduling for back-office operations functions, as well as performance management and desktop and...
The organization already leverages Verint’s workforce optimization software Verint® Systems Inc. recently announced that a leading insurer in the U.S. and Canada is implementing Verint Customer Feedback™, part of the company’s Workforce Optimization solution and broader Customer Engagement Optimization suite. Today, the organization already leverages Verint’s workforce optimization software, including workforce management for back office, desktop a...
AMAG Technology recently introduced the new and improved Symmetry Video Management System with expanded feature set and open integration capabilities. Symmetry Video Management (VMS) is designed as a unified solution, and is flexible, scalable and user-friendly. When Symmetry VMS is used in combination with the Symmetry access control system, the unified solution provides an ideal way to collect the data from the access control and video system together. The combination enables a single user in...
The Symmetry V8 software supports the new Symmetry EN-2DBC NetworkAccess Controller AMAG Technology, a market leader in integrated access control, IP video and intrusion, recently at ASIS International announces the release of its Symmetry V8 access control software. Symmetry™ V8 software answers the customer’s need for a complete end to end security management solution. The unified security solution offers integrators and end users a solution to manage all their s...
EMC announces an investment to expand its existing video surveillance interoperability and testing lab in the U.S. Protecting people, critical infrastructure and information from deliberate or accidental threats is serious business — and it’s a business that’s growing exponentially. Fueled by physical security investments, organizations require a shift to open, scalable “edge-to-core” architecture that reliably interoperates in both a distributed...
