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The partnership between Matrix and Tri-Ed will provide greater opportunities for both companies Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has announced a new strategic partnership initiative with Tri-Ed Distribution, a well-known and highly respected supplier of security and IP products based in Woodbury, N.Y.  Matrix Systems will align itself with Tri-Ed Distribution to fulfi...

Bosch Communication Center will focus on services for the automotive industry that increase safety and convenience The Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services, will open its first North American communication center in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. in early 2014. At the new location, the business unit Bosch Communication Center, the Group’s international service provider, will expand its global network and begin offering a range of services for U.S. and...

FICAM testing program ensures that products conform with existing APL approval procedures HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, and Tyco Security Products, part of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announced recently that the companies have joined forces to deliver the industry’s first fully FICAM-compliant solutions for end-to-end physical access control systems (PACS). The complete offering comprises...

The Case for Testimonials and Case Studies webinar will be held on November 6 Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security, and health and wellness solutions, announces its sixth dealer-focused interactive webinar, The Case for Testimonials and Case Studies, on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PST. In the age of Google reviews, Angie's List and Yelp; positive testimonials are more important than ever. A one-star rating with n...

MOBOTIX submitted applications for renewed examination of the patentability of all patents held against it to the USPTO In its patent dispute with the U.S. company e-Watch, based in San Antonio, Texas, MOBOTIX Corp., New York, achieved the suspension of a patent lawsuit before a U.S. Court in San Antonio and responded to the patent lawsuit with applications to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the cancellation of all existing patents in the patent lawsuit. MOBO...

The partnershop will combine industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with customer-centric workforce optimisation (WFO) solutions Verint Systems Inc. recently announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Victrio™, an innovator in fraud prevention and identity authentication solutions. The combination of Verint and Victrio advances this comprehensive solution set by combining industry-leading voice biometrics and predictive analytics with...

The donation was made through Give Back, Avigilon's new corporate social responsibility program Avigilon, a leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, recently announced its donation of a full HD surveillance system to Harbor House of Central Florida, an emergency shelter and community organization for women, men, children and pets who are victims of domestic abuse. Harbor House seeks to eliminate domestic violence by providing safety, shelter,...

HID Global will contribute its expertise in mobile and wearable device authentication HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced that the company and two consortium partners have received one of four U.S. cyber security grants that were recently awarded through President Obama’s National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace (NSTIC) initiative. The grants build on the successful launch of five NSTIC pilots awarded in 2012, and...

The Symmetry and BioManager integration provides complete biometric enrollment AMAG Technology, an access control, IP video and intrusion detection (IDS) solution provider, is pleased to announce that Identity One is now a member of the Symmetry Extended Business Solutions Program as a Certified Partner. Identity One has certified its BioManager biometric middleware with AMAG’s Symmetry v7.0.1 Security Management System, which combines its biometric middleware solution w...

Jeffersonville recently upgraded public facilities by building Highland Dog Park Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that Jeffersonville, Indiana, continues to roll out the Brivo OnAirSM hosted cloud-based access control and video surveillance management solution to a number of different departments and locations throughout the city. Security Pros is the Brivo dealer and installer for this on-going project. Jeffersonvill...

The Source AV team will attend the security Canada central tradeshow in Toronto Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that it has partnered with Source AV, Toronto, Ontario, to represent the Brivo product line throughout Canada.  For over 20 years, Source AV has built a reputation for solid sales representation, technical expertise and project consultation that enables the dealer/integrator to provide security solution...

The two-minute profile will spotlight the Schlage brand, its products and its commitment to keeping people safe The nationally syndicated series, “Manufacturing Marvels,” on The Fox Business Network will showcase Schlage locks, a brand of Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, between 9:30-9:45 p.m. ET. The two-minute profile will spotlight the Schlage brand, its products and its commitment to keeping people safe and secure where they live, work...

IdentiSys will offer Datacard financial instant issuance solutions including Datacard® CardWizard® software IdentiSys Inc., North America’s largest sales and service integrator of identification, card issuance, emergency response, and access control security systems, announced recently that they have entered into an agreement with Datacard Group—the world leader in secure ID and card personalisation solutions—to be a financial instant issuan...

Genetec's Security Center user interface consolidates and standardises the common aspects of security operations Genetec, a global leader in unified IP security solutions and ranked number-one in video management software (VMS), recently announced that Security Center—its unified  IP security platform —was recently deployed as part of a highly sophisticated security implementation for the brand new City of Toronto Forensic Services and Coroner's Complex (FSCC...

Verint VBI solution was shortlisted based on its innovative approaches to in-store surveillance Verint Systems Inc. recently announced that it has received two new industry awards for its advanced Video and Situation Intelligence Solutions. Nextiva Video Business Intelligence Earns Innovative In-Store Surveillance Distinction Verint’s Nextiva Video Business Intelligence (VBI) was among the awarded solutions that earned the 2013 Retail Fraud Award in the category of...

JFC Solutions is the largest manufacturer’s representative firm in Canada OnSSI has announced that JFC Solutions, with headquarters in Burnaby, British Columbia, has been contracted to represent the company in Canada as its new manufacturer’s representative. JFC Solutions is the largest manufacturer’s rep firm in Canada specializing in network infrastructure, physical security infrastructure and data center infrastructure. With experienced sales and support...

William J. Lynn III will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016 DRS Technologies announced recently that its chief executive officer, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense William J. Lynn III, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Defense Industrial Association. Secretary Lynn will serve on the NDIA board for a three-year term through 2016. The board guides the association’s charter to advocate for cutting-edge technology...

aptiQmobile will be available on Android NFC-enabled phones regardless of choice of carriers Organizations wanting to utilize Near Field Communications- (NFC-) enabled smartphones as their access control credentials for employees and students will be able to begin the transition through the use of aptiQmobile technology. Ingersoll Rand will be adding exclusive technologies that enable a secure peer-to-peer (P2P) NFC mode, letting organizations begin providing the convenien...

IRIS certification for passenger information and communication systems is the most stringent international standards Moxa has joined an elite group of companies worldwide to achieve International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) certification for passenger information and communication systems. The certification was awarded to Moxa's Design and Engineering headquarters in Taiwan following a recent audit by the AFNOR Group. The IRIS certification for passenger information and...

Image Sensing Systems offers its expertise and influence to help decision-makers work together Shrinking city resources. Growing crime rates. Increased security and parking needs. Jamming traffic. The future of our cities seems destined to be inadequately prepared to meet such challenges. Until you learn that Image Sensing Systems, Inc. a global leader in above-ground technology solutions, is dedicating significant resources to its "CitySync" initiative to improve saf...

U.S. Veterans Magazine's 2013 Best of the Best Lists were compiled from multiple sources AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to be featured as a top veteran-friendly company by U.S. Veterans Magazine. The results were announced in the magazine's 2013 "Best of the Best" list which recognizes companies committed to hiring military veterans. "Being cited as a top veteran-friendly company is a true honor,...

This is the first time that SIA has signed such an agreement with a federal agency The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate. The memorandum outlines an information-sharing agreement between SIA and DHS that is intended to help both parties "benefit from cost savings, technology awareness and enhanced relationships." "DHS' commitment to providing st...

Lancope will lead the positioning of Lancope’s technology architecture toward SDN Lancope, Inc., a leader in network visibility and security intelligence, announces the appointment of Tim (TK) Keanini as chief technology officer (CTO). Keanini brings nearly 25 years of network and security experience to his new role, including positions at Cisco and nCircle. He will lead the evolution and positioning of Lancope’s technology architecture toward software-defined netw...

The expansion has been created due to demand created by increased sales and new business Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC of St. Louis, Missouri USA, announces an expansion of its technical support department due to demand created by increased sales and new business. Additions have been made within the technical support department to reinforce an already stellar reputation of quality customer service and product guidance. The Technical Support department includes NICET (Na...

The seminar will take place at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse, home of the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar on Friday, November 8, 2013, from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. The seminar will take place at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse, home of the Indiana Pacers, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., in Indianapolis. Opening remarks will be made by Ron Ra...

Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles MicroPower Technologies, Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, announces the appointment of Dave Tynan as Vice President of Global Marketing and Business Development. Tynan is an experienced leader who has held multiple domestic and international leadership roles in sales, marketing, business development and produc...

Michael O'Neal will contribute to the provocative View from the Top panel on Tuesday, November 5 at 4:45 p.m. Michael O'Neal, president of Linear LLC, a leader in residential and commercial access control, security and health and wellness solutions, will be a featured speaker at Securing New Ground (SNG™), the Security Industry Association's (SIA) executive conference at the Sheraton Times Square Hotel in New York. O'Neal will contribute to the popular and provocative Vi...

SCIF Constructors and Electronics have installed systems in government installations across 32 states and in nine foreign countries Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) congratulates SCIF Constructors and Electronics with a special award recognising the installation of their one-thousandth Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF). The alarm system component of all systems installed since 2002 featured DMP technology, which is widely used in government, banking, and oth...

Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, and media relations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the addition of Ellen Howe to its leadership team. Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, strategic communications, media relations, crisis management and social media to her new role as vice president of marketing. “We are de...

Parallel Solutions has focused their business in the telecommunications cabling, and data centers OnSSI recently announced the appointment of Parallel Solutions as its new manufacturer’s representative for the Northern Illinois Chicago Metro area. Parallel Solutions has focused their business in the telecommunications cabling, physical security, data centers and security access control markets and built a reputation for excellence by providing competitive values and ens...