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HITRUST®, a data protection standards development and certification organization, announces strategic organizational changes in the form of new leadership appointments as well as new and expanded responsibilities for existing executive management. The changes are aligned with HITRUST’s global expansion and innovative new services aimed at helping organizations implement best-in-class risk management and compliance programs as simply and efficiently as possible. All changes are effecti...

Pluralsight, Inc., the technology workforce development company announced it has acquired Next Tech, a San Diego, California provider of cloud-based computing environments, enabling the authoring and hosting of labs in software development, data science, and machine learning. Digital transformation “Digital transformation is no longer a nice to have but a need to have. For large enterprises to successfully navigate their digital transformations, they have to invest in the skills of their...

AlertMedia, the globally renowned emergency communication and threat intelligence solutions provider, announced that Kara Hamilton, the Chief People and Culture Officer at Smartsheet, has joined the company’s Board of Directors. Strategic growth initiatives In her capacity on the company’s Board of Directors, Karan Hamilton will work closely with AlertMedia’s executive leadership team, to support a variety of strategic growth initiatives and pursue new market opportunities....

ComNet, Communication Networks of Danbury, Connecticut, an ACRE company, and a USA-based manufacturer of fiber optic transmission and networking equipment, is expanding the line of Cybersecurity products by adding to its line of intelligent media converters. These intelligent media converters with Link Guardian create a physical layer of protection that limits network traffic to one-way communication between the source and destination networks. The ComNet CNGEUMC4+2(TX, RX)/M is designed to pre...

Finbarr Solutions, a foremost global security & risk management consultancy, announced the launch of free face-to-face video consultations with a member of the Register of Chartered Security Professionals. The service is available to any organization that would benefit from expert independent advice, regarding their security requirements and systems, manning levels, and/or security postures. Assess security provision The Register of Chartered Security Professionals was established under a...

Forensic Access is a renowned provider of a broad range forensic science services to the criminal justice system and the acquisition of digital forensics specialists IntaForensics consolidates their position as an international market provider. The acquisition backed by Limerston Capital is anticipated to reshape the forensics landscape, building on decades of world-class expertise. Oxfordshire-based Forensic Access’ portfolio of expertise covers the spectrum of forensic services from bio...

ADI Global Distribution, the globally renowned wholesale distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products, announced that it has opened a new branch location in Fort Worth, Texas. This marks ADI's second location to serve the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area and seventh location across the US state of Texas, and furthers strengthens its commitment to providing the best and most convenient service to dealers. The new ADI Fort Worth branch, located at 5036 Saunders Road, Fort Worth, Texas, will p...

WeSuite, manufacturer of award-winning sales management software for security technology sales and service providers, announced the promotion of Arturo Bravo to Vice President, Operations, effective immediately. In his new role, Mr. Bravo will supervise and implement all processes and functions to support the Company’s day-to-day operations and growth strategies. As part of the senior management team, he will report directly to Isac Tabib, WeSuite’s Chief Operating Officer and Co-Fo...

Ping Identity, the Intelligent Identity solution for the enterprise, announced that Paul E. Martin has joined the company’s board of directors. Martin is an acclaimed IT visionary with international experience, boardroom acumen, and award-winning IT innovation accolades. Martin most recently served as CIO and senior vice president for Baxter International Inc., where he led the company’s global IT strategy, operations, security and processes. Previous experience includes IT leadersh...

Globally renowned specialist security services provider, Corps Security has been awarded Carbon Neutral status, after working hard to reduce its carbon footprint and offsetting unavoidable carbon. Carbon Neutral Corps Security has cut its carbon through a range of measures including reducing its diesel fleet Carbon Neutral is a term used to describe the state of an entity, such as a company, service, product or event, where the carbon emissions caused by them have been balanced out by funding...

Red Hat announced a definitive agreement to acquire StackRox. This is an exciting milestone for StackRox and a tremendous validation of the company’s innovative approach to container and Kubernetes security. It combines the industry’s first Kubernetes-native security platform with Red Hat’s renowned enterprise Kubernetes platform, OpenShift - helping businesses further accelerate their digital transformation initiatives by more securely building, deploying and running their cl...

Eagle Eye Networks, the globally renowned company in smart cloud video security, has shared the trends that will have the biggest impact on video surveillance, security, and use of analytics, to drive business intelligence and improvement in 2021. Cloud and advanced analytics Customers are asking for the cloud and advanced analytics will transform video surveillance systems into even more valuable business solutions. Compliance requirements are constantly evolving and IT departments are engagi...

Blue Prism continues to demonstrate why its Digital Exchange (DX) is the go-to online community for accessing intelligent automation capabilities, as iGrafx, Kortical, and Coterie Solutions join its Technology Alliance Program (TAP) as affiliate partners. The DX accelerates automation adoption by giving users the ability to easily integrate Blue Prism’s intelligent digital workforce with business process management (BPM), OCR, AI, machine learning, and front and back-office productivity t...

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live our lives and the way we do business. Restrictions have been implemented to protect our health, affecting us as individuals and the operations of our healthcare systems, companies, organizations, and schools, as well as public and private institutions. Many new behaviors, such as physical distancing, virtual meetings, and improved hygiene measures, will most likely linger as we gradually get back to normal. With smart solutions, we can help each...

Standing at a new starting point in 2021, industry authorities and major media organizations have successively released their selection lists for the previous year. With excellent performances in the year 2020, DNAKE (stock code:300884) and its subsidiaries have made outstanding appearances at various award ceremonies and won many honors, receiving recognition and favor from the industry, market, and general customers.  Outstanding influence, empowering smart city construction The creati...

LenelS2 announced a strategic agreement with Bosch Building Technologies to resell Bosch IP cameras in North America and Europe. As a result of the agreement, end-users will have access to the complete Bosch IP camera portfolio through LenelS2’s Value-Added Resellers (VARs). The Bosch IP camera portfolio integrates with all LenelS2™ video management solutions to enhance critical video analytics capabilities that help protect people and assets and optimize building health and efficie...

Sage Integration, a security integration provider serving enterprise Fortune 100 clients, recently celebrated its top 2020 vendors providing technology, subcontracting, distribution and manufacturer representative services for the company’s Kent, Ohio office. A ceremony recognized the service providers for their assistance in meeting the evolving security needs of Sage Integration’s growing client list. Commercial security systems Award winners included: Technology Partner of t...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a renowned technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the opening of its 16th global office in Vienna, Austria. Ideally located to support the company’s expanding footprint in Central Europe and serve as a hub for the DACH region, the new headquarters in Vienna will support the company’s fast-growing R&D, regional sales and support teams. With a multilingual staff repres...

Allegion plc, a renowned global security products and solutions provider, has acquired privately held technology company Yonomi. Yonomi is an innovation provider of IoT Cloud platforms. Founded in 2013 by building automation and enterprise Cloud computing experts, Yonomi was one of the firsts to create an agnostic smart home ecosystem that automatically discovers and coordinates devices. Today, Yonomi solutions are used in more than 150 countries, and millions of IoT devices are connected to it...

The Insights from the Field series features insight from FLIR experts who recommend, deploy, and use thermal imaging technology every day. FLIR discusses the diverse applications of thermal technology in security, safety, and equipment protection for critical infrastructure. Epidemics and pandemics can leave large enterprises that employ and receive thousands of people vulnerable to widespread infection and business interruptions. Without the right entry protocols in place, an employee who has...

At its meeting on December 15, 2020, the Supervisory Board reappointed Klaus Kiener as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of MOBOTIX AG until March 31, 2023. He will continue to be responsible for Finance, Corporate Planning, Investor Relations, Legal/Compliance/Data Protection, Organization, IT Services, Purchasing, and Logistics/Customs. Klaus Kiener was significantly responsible for the development and successful implementation of the restructuring program "Fit for the Future" together with the...

HITRUST®, a data protection standards development and certification organization, announces the release of publicly available resources that clearly define security and privacy responsibilities between cloud service providers and their customers, thereby streamlining processes for risk management programs. Developed with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, each new HITRUST Shared Responsibility Matrix aligns with the cloud service provider’s unique solution offering. Cloud...

Boon Edam Inc., a globally renowned company in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has announced a new continuing education course approved by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) entitled, ‘Closing the Gap in Physical Security: Addressing the Entry’. Architects can view this one-hour presentation in exchange for one Health, Safety and Welfare Continuing Education Unit (HSW CEU) towards their AIA accreditation. The course focuses on the role of security entra...

With the new MOBOTIX S74 video system, Konica Minolta is significantly expanding the usage options for Intelligent Video Solutions delivered using its MOBOTIX 7 platform. The new model is a high-performance IoT camera featuring up to four different types of sensor (two visual, one thermal and one movement/sound), which allows for more flexibility than any other MOBOTIX video system. Exceptionally discreet thanks to its concealed camera housing, the S74 can also access camera apps that have alre...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named five young security professionals as the recipients of the 2021 SIA RISE Scholarship, a program offered through SIA’s RISE community, which supports the education and career development goals of young industry talent. Through this scholarship program, open to SIA student members and RISE members who are employees at SIA member companies each awardee will receive a $3,000 scholarship to use toward continuing education and professional devel...

BlueVoyant, a cybersecurity services company, announces a strategic partnership with UK-based third-party risk management consultancy, DVV Solutions, to deliver BlueVoyant’s Cyber Risk Management (CRx) services to DVV Solutions’ global customer base. This will be delivered primarily through BlueVoyant’s Vendor Risk Management (CR3) solution, which provides risk identification, analysis and threat remediation. Through DVV Solutions, BlueVoyant will generate, triage, prioritize...

Johnson Controls, a provider of smart and sustainable buildings, and the architect of OpenBlue connected solutions, and Alcatraz AI have collaborated to provide a comprehensive suite of AI-powered security solutions and services to meet the growing need for frictionless entry and advanced building security. Leveraging its own data-powered access control technology combined with Alcatraz AI’s advanced facial authentication platform, the Alcatraz Rock, Johnson Controls offers comprehensive...

Quantum Corporation has announced the expansion of its Executive Leadership Team with the appointment of Brian Pawlowski as the company’s new Chief Development Officer, alongside the hiring of two senior executives to accelerate Quantum’s software-defined infrastructure and international growth. A technology industry legend with more than 35 years of technical development and leadership experience, Brian Pawlowski will drive excellence in software innovation as Quantum Corp. advance...

Verint® Systems Inc., The Customer Engagement Company™, announces that it has once again been confirmed as the Contact Center Workforce Management (WFM), Quality Monitoring (QM), and Analytics vendor in the APAC region, according to a recent APAC market share report from Frost & Sullivan. In addition, the firm named Verint as the Contact Center Optimization Solution of the Year. In terms of market leadership, Frost & Sullivan’s report entitled, Asia Pacific Contact Cente...

The events of 2020, combined with technological advances and the adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence for video surveillance, will make 2021 a transformational year for the industry. Eagle Eye Networks, the front-runner in smart cloud video security, shared the trends that will have the biggest impact on video surveillance, security, and the use of analytics to drive business intelligence and improvement in 2021. Customers are asking for the cloud; Advanced analytics will transform vi...