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Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, held a special Jamf Event to showcase several new offerings developed to help organizations maximize technology investments and meet important compliance needs. The live-streamed event, split into concurrently streamed commercial and education keynotes, showcased new and upcoming updates to Jamf’s Apple-first, Apple-best management and security platform. High compliance standards “At Jamf, we celebrate the ways that Apple...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is showcasing its portfolio of in-house developed and cyber-hardened access control and video surveillance solutions for enterprise applications during ISC West. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls experts are on hand to discuss the latest solutions enhancing physical and cyber security, while adapting to compliance regulations.  Security and Compliance “The enterprise security landscape is undergoing...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is showcasing the latest security innovations for small to mid-sized commercial facilities during ISC West. The expo is happening April 10-12 at the Venetian in Las Vegas. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls is displaying the latest solutions for scalable, user-friendly access control and video surveillance for small to mid-size commercial facilities like schools, churches, and retail stores. Hassle-free software...

Motorola Solutions will demonstrate at ISC West new capabilities and flexible integrations across its safety and security ecosystem to help protect people, property, and places. The company’s enterprise security solutions bring together live video, AI analytics, touchless access, advanced alarm and identity management, and radio communications to alert personnel to potential threats, automate workflows, and accelerate response when it matters most. Delivering flexible solutions "Enterp...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions celebrating 45 years of success, is showcasing its pre-emptive, intelligent, and advanced layered access control security solutions at ISC West 2024 in booth 13109. One of the latest innovations on display is the latest release of AnyWare, Sielox’s next-generation browser-based access control monitoring and event management solution that delivers extreme cost efficiencies to both systems integrators and their...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, and Viakoo, the award-winning provider of service assurance and network edge device management solutions for physical security systems, have announced a new partnership at ISC West 2024.  The company's unique partnership provides a seamlessly integrated solution that combines the power of Quanergy’s 3D LiDAR detection, tracking, and classification technology with Viakoo’s industry-proven service ass...

Morse Watchmans, the industry pioneer in key control and asset management systems, adds emergency management to its long list of core competencies with the presentation of its Emergency Key Grab (EKG) Kit at ISC West, April 10-12 2024 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. The EKG Kit, designed to facilitate swift emergency response in the event of a facility lockdown, will be on display at booth #11109 alongside a range of the company’s pioneering key control and asset management solutions.&...

With global cybersecurity spending on products and services projected to grow by 10% in 2024, reaching $208 billion, MSPs have access to many security solutions under multiple “acronym-salad” categories. This blog will focus on three of them: SIEM vs SOAR vs XDR. Each of these categories offers unique capabilities and addresses specific security needs across various operational environments. To better understand the distinctions between SIEM, SOAR and XDR, let’s examine their...

Arcules, the pioneering provider of unified, intelligent cloud-based video surveillance solutions, is set to showcase its innovations in partnerships, artificial intelligence, and cloud solutions at this week’s ISC West. The company will highlight its commitment to the continuous success of its integrators, concentrating on a cohesive sales and consulting strategy to offer immediate and long-term benefits to end users through cloud services and video and business intelligence. Modern sec...

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security solutions, technology, and services, will be exhibiting and demonstrating new interoperable electronic access control technologies and software at the ISC West 2024 (booth # 20055), the security industry's most comprehensive and converged trade show occurring from April 9-12, 2024, at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. "At Allegion, we're committed to innovation that links the world to seamless and secure access in the places we live, learn, work, and...

Yale, a pioneer in smart home security, announced the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionize how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Range of additional features Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions is showcasing its expanded offering of products available within the United States and Canada at the 2024 ISC West Conference.  As part of its commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions, ASSA ABLOY will feature an extensive range of new technology aimed at enhancing access control, security, and convenience for businesses of all sizes. Access control and security “We must continuously broaden our offering to address the changing security landscape,&...

For managed service providers (MSPs), navigating the different aspects of IT support for clients is a constant juggling act. From being a subject matter expert to providing constant customer service, every facet demands attention to retain clients. With the plate nearly full of these key functions, cybersecurity for MSP often takes a backseat, which can put the entire business at risk. After all, the 2023 MSP Threat Report reveals a rising risk of supply chain and critical infrastruct...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, was named the overall pioneer for its smart building management platform in the Smart Building Management Platforms competitive assessment, conducted by ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm. Researchers assessed the Johnson Controls OpenBlue ecosystem of connected technologies and services, scoring it highest in implementation among nine other platform providers. The findings were reconfirmed in A...

Tenant and homeowner expectations in the multi-residential sector are evolving fast. Digital access offers a solution that fits a contemporary ethos blending design, functionality, technology, and sustainability. STAY by Kronos is a fast-growing developer and service provider in Spain’s build-to-rent (BTR) property sector, where business is booming: Investment grew over 17% between 2021 and 2022 alone. Such high-profile success attracts more providers who compete for location, quality, an...

Carlisle Support Services, one of the UK's Top 12 Security and Events companies, has announced its decision to completely remove the utilization of subcontractors to fulfill core roles across its contracts. This strategic move reflects Carlisle's commitment to championing ethical labor practices and raising standards within the security sector. With a longstanding dedication to improving industry standards, Carlisle has been at the forefront of initiatives such as the Real Living Wage movement....

Maintel, the cloud communications, connectivity, and security managed services company, is delighted to announce the launch of its new versatile Maintel Application Platform. The platform enables Maintel to develop and deliver its own applications and middleware “as a service” rapidly and consistently, in a scalable and secure manner, while providing a consistent approach to developing, managing, and delivering communication tools and apps. The platform will deliver a transformation...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is celebrating an eventful night at the 2024 New Zealand Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) which saw Controller 7000 named Outstanding New Security Product and Pascale Howell, Customer Research Manager, recognized as Outstanding Young Security Professional.  Controller 7000 Speaking about the Controller 7000 (C7000) Toby Hutchings, Value Stream Lead, calls being named Outstanding New Security Product an honor for the whole Ga...

Dahua Technology, a world-pioneering video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, has shown its global commitment to sustainability by participating in Earth Hour. On March 23, employees across its global subsidiaries in Indonesia, Brazil, Western Europe, Oceania, the United Kingdom, Egypt, Mexico, the Philippines, and Malaysia, unified their efforts to switch off unnecessary lights and electrical appliances in solidarity with the global initiative. Planet’s natural resources Earth...

Helsinki Airport is a busy transport hub, with a network of flights connecting Finland with cities across Europe, Asia, and beyond. Managing access in such a dynamic environment is a challenge. This challenge extends to the control of access to cupboards, drawers, and cabinets where travel documents are stored — in the spotlight after new EU guidance on logging access to these documents. Previously, security for cabinets in Helsinki’s check-in area required airport managers to issue...

ONVIF®, the global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, is pleased to return to ISC West 2024, April 9-12 in Las Vegas, at Booth L0 to continue the industry-wide conversation about open standards, interoperability, and the freedom of choice that standards provide for end users, systems integrators and consultants. This freedom of choice is important in several technology segments that will be major themes of this year’s ISC West event, including Artifici...

Amid escalating security concerns for places of worship in the UK, the Home Office has launched two pivotal schemes to enhance protective measures. The Places of Worship Protective Security Funding Scheme and the Protective Security for Mosque Schemes aim to combat hate crimes and ensure safety during religious gatherings by funding physical measures such as CCTV, fencing, and alarms. Complexities of security solutions Aware of this disquieting matter, Jacksons Fencing, a security specialist...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security, is eagerly preparing to showcase the next evolution of multiple solutions at booth #27099 at ISC West in Las Vegas from April 9-12. Next-gen controller 7000 The Gallagher team will be providing live product demonstrations, answering questions, and sharing details about Gallagher’s future direction with an exciting sneak peek at a new digital wallet solution coming with the next release of Command Center.  In particular, the team wil...

An expanded range of edge AI cameras and a new, highly robust 2MP video intercom will be showcased by IDIS at The Security Event (Birmingham NEC, 30 April – 2 May, stand 5/N80), a range that is part of IDIS’s end-to-end solutions offering which encompasses everything needed for the widest range of video surveillance projects, from cameras, NVRS, AI box devices, and network accessories, to a choice of VMS.  IDIS, South Korea’s largest in-country manufacturer of v...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Robert ‘Bobby’ Prostko, Allegion Chief Privacy Officer and Deputy General Counsel, to serve as the new Chair of its Data Privacy Advisory Board. The SIA Data Privacy Advisory Board – leveraging the collective expertise of industry professionals, law enforcement, security practitioners and data privacy experts – provides information and best practices to help SIA members handle sensitive data in a safe and secure...

Nice, a pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, announced the appointment of Senthoor Navaratnam as the Chief Product Officer for North America. Senthoor’s deep expertise in driving strategic growth across global markets will be instrumental in accomplishing the company's goal to deliver integrated and unified solutions to Nice partners and end users.  Senthoor brings with him a distinguished 25-year career having worked in executive level positions with esteemed companie...

Boon Edam Inc., a global manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is setting the stage for what is projected to be the most significant growth period in the company's history in 2024. Driven by a record-breaking Q4 in 2023, the company attributes its strong sales forecast to continued strategic investments in personnel and support services.  "We've not only surpassed our ambitious revenue goals for 2023 but have also laid a solid foundation for an even more exciting 2024," said Patrick Nor...

By 2026, Gartner predicts that 50% of governments worldwide will enforce the use of responsible AI through regulations, policies, and the need for data privacy. While these guidelines are being developed, AI continues to evolve at a rapid pace. i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, underscores the critical importance of ethical and responsible AI practices in the physical security domain....

Salto Systems will have an action-packed ISC West in Las Vegas this April 9 -12. The pioneering electronic access control provider will launch its new brand DNA, called the SALTO WECOSYSTEM; introduce new CEO Marc Gómez; and showcase various solutions for advanced access control, visitor access, and smart lockers. ISC West is the pioneering physical security tradeshow event in the United States. The combination of products, educational programming, and networking opportunities all in one...

Mission 500, the charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, proudly announces Nikki Nemarich as its newest board member, representing one of its esteemed sponsors, Axis Communications. Nikki’s extensive experience and dedication to the security industry make her an invaluable addition to Mission 500. 2021, Nikki has been instrumental in driving the company’s digital marketing efforts, placing customers at the forefront of its market...