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 Bosch held several presentations at ISC West on their latest security technology, trends and solutionsAttendees from around the world took the opportunity to explore the latest Bosch solutions in CCTV, access control, and intrusion and fire detection products.   At our breakfast and lunch sessions, participants enjoyed a wealth of information on the technology, trends, and solutions presented by Bosch product experts. From using infrared illumination to enable around-the-clo...

Hoteliers don't give security a high enough priority Security is not as high on the hotel agenda as it should be according to Michael Hartmann, Senior Vice President for Hospitality Solutions with Siemens Building Technologies.  Here he looks at the reluctance to invest in the latest security systems, the different levels of security typically employed and the benefits of an integrated approach. The contribution to profit, or the perceived lack of it, is one of the major...

Vicon, working in conjunction with SimplexGrinnell, a market leader in fire and life- safety systems, has provided  Fairbanks International Airport with an  integrated video security solution. It combines a ViconNet video management system which incorporates ViconNet VI video intelligence, with access control capabilities from Software House, to create a fully integrated, IP-based solution that spans the entire airport, inside and out. Of particular interest is the use of ViconNe...

NextivaCritical Infrastructure has helped this international airport centralize its security operations and integrate its security video with information from access control and other security systems. This integration allows security personnel to be more efficient by providing a complete picture of events that occur. This robust video management solution helps the Department of Aviation proactively detect threats and share intelligence with the TSA, individual airlines, FBI, and other agencies....

Examining the road to convergence The use of Internet Protocol (IP) in the security industry is increasing but little is known about the relationship between end users and the merger of traditional physical security and IT otherwise referred to as convergence in the security trade press. Markus Lahtinen of the LUSAX project examines the growth of convergence in the security industry and discusses complexities of this relationship. The LUSAX project at Lund Universit...

CRYPTO-MAS positively identifies individuals before giving them access control to applications, data and networksCRYPTOCard, the authentication authority, has been named Managed Service Provider of the Year at this year's Network Computing awards with its CRYPTO-MAS service. Demonstrating its growing dominance in this area, it is the second consecutive year that CRYPTOCard has won the award, which is voted by readers of the publication. "A successfully managed service is a true combination...

PROTECT 2010 promotes enhanced preparedness, response, rescue and recovery mechanisms for firmsIn the light of expected increase in frequency and degree of natural disasters arising from climate change, lifeline institutions such as local governments, schools, hospitals, housing, commercial buildings, and hotels need to pay close attention to preparedness, response, rescue and recovery mechanisms. An exemplary record of safety is equivalent to saving lives. Likewise, critical infrastructures and...

 Preparedness to save lives and swift response to disasters are essential business continuity toolsThe killer earthquakes in Haiti and Chile are reminders to the business community that preparedness to save lives and protect critical infrastructures and data against natural and man-made disasters, swift response and quick recovery are necessary tools to assure business continuity. Companies implementing business continuity or risk reduction strategies better than their rivals strengthen the...

Bringing vision and mission together The college's mission of "Responding to Diversity; Raising the Standard; Taking Education Further," was something reflected in the development and choice of a suitable logical and physical access control solution. Satel Naik, Technical Services Manager, explained that the college had not previously used access control except for a few door code locks. He also identified that there was no information technology (IT) security solution in place. Satel's vision f...

PoE technology allows for safer environments through better security systems Power over Ethernet is both convenient and affordable, says Jonas Rehnberg of ASSA ABLOY Future Labs. The benefits to network security are immense, be it in powering security cameras with added features or enabling better access control systems and intruder deterrents. Hailed as a watershed innovation when first standardized in 2003, Power over Ethernet (PoE) offers a way of supplying electricity to n...

Mr. Portaluri has more than 20 years of experience in the security industryMarch Networks® is pleased to welcome Luigi Portaluri to its sales management team in the position of Vice President, Sales for the company's Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) operations. Mr. Portaluri has more than 20 years of experience in the security industry, primarily focused on developing public and private sector accounts, as well as leading sales and support channels. During his career, he has overse...

The Airport Show is an event devoted to airport construction, operations, technology and servicesChina is sending a massive contingency of airport ground support equipment, building material supplies providers and other key industry experts to the Airport Show 2010. For the first time, the country will collectively show its presence through a national pavilion.The show, which runs from 25-27 April at the Airport Expo Dubai, attracts some of the world's most influential figures in the sector, and...

When South Sioux City, Nebraska wanted to provide local police and the 911 emergency center remote monitoring of public and school district video cameras, it looked to Vicon's ViconNet IP video solution. They had just implemented a city-wide wireless internet service, and when they found that the ViconNet system was totally compliant, they moved ahead with the installation. "We are a very aggressive city," says Lance Martin, Communications Director for South Sioux City. "We write a lot of grant...

 Avigilon's HD surveillance system earned a composite base score of 97.8 out of a possible 100Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, has announced the results of an independent review of the company's HD surveillance solution performed by the National Sports Security Laboratory at the University of Southern Mississippi. The evaluation - conducted during a game-day event at the M.M. Roberts Stadium at the University of Sou...

Security Sourcing Conference provides security buyers the opportunity to talk to top suppliers 2010 is a high-level conference for buyers to source qualified security suppliers and products in China, held in Beijing on Nov 2 - 4. It focuses on providing global security buyers with the opportunity to talk to top Chinese suppliers for distribution channels, and also for global suppliers to export to China big market. Programmes include "Global buyers sourcing presentation", &qu...

   XML, API and web server offer the ability for interoperability between proprietary software Today's facility executive wants to purchase systems and components from various manufacturers and have those components work together as one system. They want "open systems" that allow the manufacturers to offer new features and add value without locking the owner into a single vendor's proprietary protocols. In short, they want Interoperability.Hirsch Electronics...

 Top partners received recognition of their expertise at Milestone Integration Platform SymposiumMilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software, recently held its 7th annual partner event in the Americas, called MIPS (Milestone Integration Platform Symposium). Several hundred participants gathered at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa in California, for four days of knowledge sharing with industry speakers, product presentations, workshops and train...

 'Hyper-V' virtualisation allows Geutebruck to generate multiple virtual servers on a single piece of hardwareBack in 2008 when Geutebruck achieved Microsoft Gold Partner status, it had already demonstrated exceptional expertise in producing software solutions and in designing and implementing networking infrastructure solutions.  In January 2010, following more specialist training for staff, and the submission of references from satisfied customers whose video security systems were pr...

 Overland Storage and Mobotix have reduced implementation time by 50% with their integrated solutionOverland Storage, Inc., a leading, global specialist in backup, recovery and archive, and Mobotix AG, the technology leader for high resolution network camera systems, today introduced a unified management console that simplifies the deployment of world class video surveillance and archive solutions featuring Mobotix IP network camera systems and Overland's award-winning family of SnapServer...

Honeywell has installed an integrated IP system to secure Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship campus in DallasHoneywell has completed installation of an integrated, IP-based system that centralises and streamlines security operations for the Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship (OCBF) campus in Dallas, Texas. Installed by Honeywell-certified integrator Stanley Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., the scalable system covers multiple facilities located on the campus, including the worship centre that seats 3,40...

  HID and Abloy UK are creating the future of intelligent doors At IFSEC 2009, ASSA Abloy launched Hi-O, a new concept for electronic door solutions that improves and simplifies the installation, service and upgrade of access control systems and allows end users to create the first truly "intelligent doors". SourceSecurity.com spoke with Matt Thomas, Managing Director of Abloy UK, and Ian Compton, Director of Sales for UK, IE and Nordics for HID Global, to find out more ab...

ICT Security Africa Summit 2010 is the ideal forum for those working in information security and cyber crimeMIS Training Institute is delighted to announce the inaugural ICT Security Africa Summit 2010. Ensure you are a part of this internationally established event series which is coming to Africa for the first time. The summit is the ideal forum for business and government leaders working in technology, information security, cyber crime and ICT audit to form frameworks and develop cy...

IFSEC is the world's leading global annual security event With representation from 112 countries at IFSEC 2009 and 31% of the 25,427 attendance (ABC Audited) coming to the UK from overseas, IFSEC has cemented its position as the key event in the international security industry calendar. 2010 is set to build on this reputation with several countries benefitting from dedicated pavilions to house leading manufacturers and suppliers from the respective countries. Supported by the...

 Mr. Law's experience will greatly contribute to Lumenera's success in the surveillance industryLumenera Corporation, a leading manufacturer and developer of high performance digital cameras and custom imaging solutions for surveillance, scientific and industrial markets, is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Scott Law to its sales force.Joining Lumenera as Director of Worldwide Sales for security markets, Scott brings over 20 years of experience in sales/business development...

Today a CCTV system is considered as an essential facility for any commercial or industrial area.  For several decades analog CCTV systems had a successful track record of securing assets.  More recently, as digital technologies found their way into every corner of life, CCTV system suppliers have also changed their approach to solution design by adding IP systems to their product ranges.  This has provided many new options but it has also generated many new considerations for cus...

 Deatherage will aid in the design of HD surveillance systemsAvigilon announced the appointment of Drew Deatherage as the company's business development director, responsible for expanding awareness for Avigilon's award winning high definition (HD) surveillance solutions within the security consultant community. A seasoned security technology consultant, Deatherage has managed security installations at hundreds of sites including Dallas Love Field airport, Southwest Airlines Gener...

  To obtain complete security on sites night time surveillance must factor as high priority Today, the challenge to video surveillance professionals is to make sure that the CCTV video footage is effective on a 24/7 basis throughout the year. Securing an area during the daytime is one thing. But what happens during the night? And in weather conditions like fog, rain and snow? What can be detected if the sun blinds CCTV cameras? Flir Systems explains.As CCTV systems be...

IFSEC India has proved to be a success with over 10,000 security professionals in attendance from around the world With 11,447 security professionals from all over the globe descending on Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India, the third IFSEC Indiahas proved to be the most successful yet with 25% more attendees than in 2008. Opened by the Chief Minister of Delhi Mrs. Sheila Dikshit, IFSEC India 2009 was packed with more than 220 internationally renowned exhibitors and hours of unp...

 The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidentsAxis Communications, the global market leader in the network video market and the first company to offer customers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance, has produced a video following the launch of the AXIS Q1910 and AXIS 1910-E Thermal Network Cameras this month. The video demonstrates how the network cameras use thermal imaging to detect people and incidents in compromised l...

  Avigilon is among the top 25 companies in British Columbia with the greatest potential for revenue growth Avigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, is pleased to announce that the company has been named to Rocket Builders' 2010 "Ready to Rocket" list. The annual list names the top 25 privately held BC companies that are best positioned to capitalize on the 2010 technology sector trends that will lead them to...