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With economic ups and downs, the global population finds itself responding and adapting in different ways to these changes. There is no doubt that changes in the economy will lead to changes in buying practices across all industries, and the security industry is by no means an exception to this. In times of economic growth, individuals and organizations will be more inclined to "splash the extra cash" on the best of the best. Whether it be deploying several new surveillance cameras in an e...

Innovation in the world of physical security systems tends to be a reactive response Threats such as Mifare hacking, the General Data Protection regulation coming in 2016, and the need for security to integrate with other IT-based systems – these are just some of the challenges security manufacturers and system users have to deal with and respond to. Daryn Flynn, Business Development Manager at Nedap Security Management, states that external factors such as these do...

Identiv will discuss the results of its 2014 second quarter on audio webcast and conference call Identiv, a global security technology company that provides trust solutions for premises, information, and everyday items, will hold an audio webcast and conference call to discuss the results of its 2014 second quarter on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, at 5:00 PM (ET). Jason Hart, CEO, and Brian Nelson, CFO, will host the webcast and conference call for financial analysts and invest...

Samsung Techwin America has released a new retail analytic solution with a Heat Map feature that analyses movement in a scene to provide a graphical representation of the areas where the most activity occurred.  The SSM-VA10 is currently supported by Samsung’s SRN-4000 64-Channel Network Video Recorder and will soon be released as an analytics add-on for the Samsung Security Manager (SSM) Network Total Management software, which is available license-free for systems with 16 or fewer c...

Quantum Secure announces the launch of SAFE for Secure Cloud, broadly increasing the accessibility of their premium physical identity and access management (PIAM) solution. As an alternative to on-premise deployment, SAFE for Secure Cloud leverages Quantum Secure’s sophisticated software which is presently in use at over 100 high profile private and public sites globally. The new cloud offering provides SMB users with a highly sophisticated and cost-effective PIAM solution that can increas...

ASDs are ideal solutions for many common smoke detection applications High-sensitivity aspirating smoke detectors (ASDs) excel at providing very early warning of fires. Because of their high sensitivity chamber, their ability to cover large areas, and their ability to detect smoke in high-airflow environments, ASDs are ideal solutions for many common smoke detection applications. New ASD technology is enabling fire system designers to solve a much broader range of fire detecti...

Nisbet will be responsible for managing all aspects of the sales process in western North America 3VR, the video intelligence company, recently announced that Bruce Nisbet has been named the new Director of Sales for the Western U.S. Region. Nisbet will be responsible for managing all aspects of the sales process in western North America, including channel management, new customer acquisition, end user development, and management of the field sales teams. He will be serving t...

Tobey has been a Managing Partner with Pioneer Venture Partners since 1998 Tobey Bryant, Managing Partner of Kirkland, WA based Pioneer Ventures, has joined the Board of Directors for Prepared Response, Inc., the nation’s leading innovator of emergency preparedness and crisis management solutions. “Tobey is an excellent addition to the board being a passionate supporter of education and campus safety,” said Prepared Response CEO Jim Finnell. “She is a...

In support of its channel partner programs, S2 Security has appointed Sarah as Senior Director of Marketing S2 Security, the leader in IP-based integrated physical security systems, recently announced the expansion of its channel partner programs. These programs will drive growth and profitability for S2 integrators. They will also enable integrators to simplify the sales process, deliver more value to their customers and differentiate their service offerings. In support of t...

Remy is being recognized for leading INSIDE Secure through a strategic business transformation INSIDE Secure, a leader in embedded security solutions for mobile and connected devices announced recently that the company CEO, Remy de Tonnac, has been named a finalist for Executive/CEO of the Year in the 6th Annual 2014 Golden Bridge Awards. Remy is being recognized for leading INSIDE Secure through a strategic business transformation. As a result, the company grew successful...

Cook will assume responsibility for the North American headquarters in Arcadia LILIN North America, the US entity of IP video provider, LILIN, recently named Joe Cook to the position of Vice President/General Manager of its North American operations. Cook will assume responsibility for the North American headquarters in Arcadia, California, including support and oversight of strategic direction, goals and growth objectives. A veteran of the video surveillance and IP video tec...

Catherine will oversee the company's acquisition, retention and growth of client relationships AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, announces the appointment of Catherine King as Senior Vice President, Client Experience. King previously served as Vice President/General Manager for AlliedBarton's North Central region. "Catherine has a unique blend of security, sales and staffing experience which is a valuable res...

Honeywell recently announced enhancements to its Pro-Watch security management system that allow integrators to cost effectively accommodate virtually any access control need through expanded support for wireless locksets and biometric readers. Pro-Watch 4.2 is now compatible with multiple biometric reader options, along with added support for several brands and types of wireless locks – including options from Allegion (AD-400 Series), Assa Abloy (Aperio Line), and Salto (Sallis and SVN) &...

Summit Security customizes security systems that include local and hosted intrusion in North Carolina Honeywell recently added Summit Security Systems to its First Alert Professional dealer program. Summit Security customizes security systems that include local and hosted intrusion, access control and video verification technologies for homes and small businesses in Raleigh, N.C. The company is a new extension of Sonitrol of the Triangle, which for the past 16 years has estab...

The project calls for SightSensor to be installed to monitor activities at a tunnel site under construction SightSensor video analytic thermal cameras from SightLogix have been deployed to increase security of the nation’s rail system for a major Class 1 railroad. The advanced video detection technology is being funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s 2011 Freight Rail Security Grant Program (FRSGP). Funds are allocated to freight railroad carriers...

Bosch Security Systems, Inc. introduces the enhanced FLEXIDOME IP micro 2000 and 5000 cameras with a new three-axis lens adjustment feature, which allows installers to pan, tilt and rotate the lens. This capability gives installers more options for camera placement, allowing easy mounting of the cameras on a wall or ceiling, while maintaining a precise field of view. FLEXIDOME IP micro 5000 cameras deliver high-performance technology for a wide range of typical surveillance needs. These outdoor...

Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance, has announced an integration with the Proximex Surveillint physical security information management (PSIM) solution. Surveillint connects and correlates information from disparate systems into one centralized environment to help mitigate risk, ensure compliance and lower total cost of ownership. The exacqVision /Proxim...

The annual event will be taking place at the Westin, Westminster from May 4-8, 2015 PSA Security Network announces the dates for PSA-TEC 2015! The annual event will be taking place at the Westin, Westminster in beautiful Westminster Colorado from May 4-8, 2015, with exhibits taking place on Wednesday, May 6, 2015. TEC 2015 will offer hundreds of hours of education and networking, focusing on Business Optimization, Physical Security, IT, Cyber Security and Managed Services&mda...

Proximex, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, the world’s largest pure-play fire protection and security company, announces the introduction of Surveillint Essentials, an entry level physical security information management (PSIM) solution for those seeking the latest technology in an easy-to-use, quick-to-implement format. Ideal for users looking for an introductory, yet true PSIM offering, Surveillint Essentials is designed for small- to mid-size environments with exist...

AMAG Technology, part of G4S the world’s leading security solutions provider, has announced the release of Symmetry™ V8 Access Control software. Symmetry V8 is available in Business, Professional and Enterprise versions, and adds support for Microsoft Windows Version 8.1, Server 2012 R2 and SQL 2012. Symmetry V8 delivers upgraded video and access control capabilities that improve performance and functionality, and supports current industry technologies and newly released Symmetry pr...

Highlighting China’s Video Surveillance Giants, this is the third in a series of articles on the growing international presence of China’s top three video surveillance/CCTV companies. See the other articles on Hikvsion and Dahua. Zheijiang Uniview Technologies Co., headquartered in Hangzhou, has 29 offices all over China and holds a third-place market share in the Chinese domestic market. In the security market since 2005, the company has roots in IT and telecom and h...

ENGAGE enabled wireless locks can be integrated into access control systems for greater capabilities Allegion plc, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, will show ASHE Annual exhibition attendees how easily they can migrate from mechanical locks to electronic access control to secure more openings at a lower cost than other electronic locks with many of the same features. At the American Society for Healthcare Engineering Technical Exhibition, August 4-...

Brian Wiser will lead sales, training, customer service and marketing organizations in North America Brian Wiser has been named president of sales – North America for Bosch Security Systems, Inc. In this position, he will lead the sales, support, training, customer service and marketing organizations in North America. Joining Bosch in August, Wiser will replace Jeremy Hockham, who will take on a new assignment for Bosch in Europe, effective October 1, 2014. In the inter...

Fred has a broad scope of experience working with clients across a wide variety of industry sectors Avigilon Corporation, a leading global provider of end-to-end security solutions, today announced the appointment of Fred Withers, FCA, former partner and chief development officer for Ernst & Young, to its board of directors and audit committee. Mr. Withers, who recently retired, has over 30 years of experience with Ernst & Young, including significant involvement in th...

Nedap's research paper demonstrated a solution to overcome complexity and enhance organizational scalability Researchers of Nedap Security Management have taken another perspective on role based access control, which allows for easier management of identities and authorisations and ultimately enhances organizational scalability. Their research paper “Sorting out role based access control” was awarded the Best Paper Award during the 2014 ACM Symposium on Access Cont...

The contract includes command and control center, access control, integration with the city’s video management system G4S Technology, an award-winning security and communications integrator, has been awarded a $1.8M contract to upgrade security for the Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport located in Killeen, TX. The contract, signed in May 2014, includes a Command and Control center, Access Control, integration with the City’s existing Video Management System, and a...

Xentry has added industry leaders in several markets to help continue the company’s advancement and innovation Xentry Systems Integration, a security systems integrator focused on delivering best-in-class security systems and services, continues its expansion into nationwide markets and service areas, and has recently added new management to foster this continued growth. After its acquisition of Acree Daily Integrated Systems in May 2014, Xentry has positioned itself as...

VTI Security has moved to No.17 on SDM's list of top integrators VideoTronix, Incorporated dba VTI Security announces the following management changes and promotions in support of its substantial growth and move to #17 on SDM’s list of top integrators.   “Our investment in the infrastructure and vocabulary of our culture has supported this growth”, said COO, Bryan Viau. “These organizational changes bring a sharp focus and internal accountabi...

Allegion's sales team can help school administrators find avenues to fund door hardware upgrades Allegion PLC, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, is celebrating this year's Safe School Week (October 19-25) by encouraging its security/architect partners and school end-users to be aware of new and untested security and lockdown products that could actually put staff and students at greater risk. It's important for school administrators, emergency perso...

Highlighting China’s Video Surveillance Giants, this is the second in a series of articles on the growing international presence of China’s top three video surveillance/CCTV companies. Check out articles on Hikvision and Uniview, which are also part of the series. Dahua Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese video company with roughly 75 percent of its revenue coming from the huge domestic Chinese market. The rest reflects Dahua’s growing international presence in the video survei...