Access Control News

Fime France has become the first European lab and the third worldwide to be accredited by the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for biometric testing (NVLAP Lab Code 600365-0). Quality and reliability With this accreditation, Fime can help biometric solution providers demonstrate the quality and reliability of their solutions. It will also support solution buyers, integrators, and platform brand owners to evalu...

Qognify, part of Hexagon, a provider of video and incident management solutions announced Qognify VMS 7.4. The latest version of its enterprise-class video management software (VMS) gives organizations greater operational flexibility and video availability, inside and outside the control room. Qognify Web Client A standout component of Qognify VMS 7.4 is the new Qognify Web Client. Built from the ground up, it leverages the latest streaming technology and places exceptional live viewing, play...

Nedap, a global pioneer in security solutions announced the launch of a SaaS access control system that brings convenience and security together in one solution.  Access AtWork® meets the needs of companies looking to replace their outdated on-premises systems with modern and easy-to-use software that provides better insights with less effort and smaller investment.  Managing physical access Complementary solutions in access control for organizations of all sizes: With 46 years...

Cyberbit, provider of the world's cybersecurity skills development and readiness platform, announced that it has been named a Pioneer in 'The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023'. Forrester evaluated nine vendors for their Current Offering, Strategy, and Market Presence, and Cyberbit achieved the highest score, above all other vendors, in the current offering and strategy categories. Evaluation criteria Forrester scored the vendors in 21 criteria for ev...

nShift, the pioneer in parcel delivery management software, announces the launch of Emissions Tracker. Calculating the CO2 emissions associated with each shipment, the new solution makes it possible for e-commerce and multichannel retailers to comply with sustainability disclosure rules, prove environmental credentials to customers, and see where they can reduce emissions from shipping. Emissions Tracker data helps retailers comply with emissions reporting rules, including the EU Corp...

At Scheveningen Harbor in the coastal city of The Hague in the Netherlands, an AI-based video security system from Bosch Building Technologies is now ensuring that every single ship or boat entering or leaving the harbor is logged. The customized solution developed by Bosch together with its partner BrainCreators automatically registers and classifies shipping traffic. Intelligent security solution Until now, employees at the port control center had to keep an eye on shipping traffic around t...

St Mary and St Ethelburga Church, a cherished Catholic establishment in Barking, has recently completed a transformative project to enhance its visual appeal and security measures. For more than a century and a half, this parish, home to two churches, has remained a steadfast pillar of faith and community within Barking and Ilford. Evolving needs of its congregation In 1869, the original church, an architectural marvel designed by E.W. Pugin, graced the landscape with its iconic wooden spired...

The Regula 5006 is another addition to the family of advanced forensic devices that Regula has been designing and manufacturing for over 30 years. A combination of a spectrometer and an electronic microscope, the new device significantly extends the forensic research capabilities for a great variety of objects, from multiple types of documents to various criminal evidence. Compact and portable, the Regula 5006 can be used both in fixed-site laboratories and in fieldwork. Regula 5006 As a spe...

Safetrust, a global provider of secure virtual credential solutions announced the integration of an employee badge in Apple Wallet. This integration empowers businesses to seamlessly incorporate employee badges into Apple Wallet, providing a secure and efficient way to access buildings, elevators, and other amenities without traditional physical badges. Open data model Unlike other solutions, Safetrust's approach is built on an open data model, enabling customers to employ credentials across...

The organizing committee announced that the eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) will take place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), in Doha, Qatar. The event is already primed for major success, having received an overwhelmingly enthusiastic response from exhibitors and participants, both domestically and internationally. Maritime defense exhibition Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad...

Adelante Healthcare currently operates seven healthcare centers in Phoenix, Arizona, and offers a wide array of services to patients of all socio-economic levels. Challenges The lock and key system wasn’t at all adequate for securing the seven different facilities. The facilities and all the patient and healthcare data needed to be protected in a highly secure manner. With so many employees, there was no way to track who had keys and how many copies were out there difficult to keep t...

With a three-decade history, Matrix has established itself as a renowned global entity in the fields of Telecom and Security. Catering to organizations of varying sizes, Matrix is widely recognized for its commitment to excellence, offering comprehensive solutions in Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Time-Attendance and Telecom. Designed to address the diverse communication and security requirements of businesses, Matrix remains a steadfast provider of advanced and all-encompassing enter...

Honeywell announces plans to enhance and strengthen its building automation capabilities with the acquisition of Carrier Global Corporation’s Global Access Solutions business for $4.95 billion, in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition will enable Honeywell to become a provider of security solutions for the digital age. The acquisition, which includes both hardware and software solutions, further supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to align its portfolio to three compe...

Honeywell plans to enhance and strengthen its building automation capabilities with the acquisition of Carrier Global Corporation’s Global Access Solutions business for $4.95 billion, in an all-cash transaction. The acquisition, which includes both hardware and software solutions, further supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to align its portfolio to three compelling megatrends: automation, the future of aviation, and energy transition, underpinned by robust digitaliz...

From small businesses to global giants, no one is immune to data breaches. In fact, software supply chain attacks will cost businesses almost $80.6 billion in losses by 2026, per Juniper. MSPs have to safeguard their internal data as well as client data from diverse threats, ranging from phishing attacks to supply chain compromises. Let’s explore why and which data breach prevention strategies MSPs should prioritize. The impact of data breach attacks The consequences of a breach ex...

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, announced that the Gardone Val Trompia Police Department in Lombardy, Italy, has chosen i-PRO multi-sensor security cameras with advanced, AI-based analytics to help keep a popular community park safe for city residents and visitors. Mella Park, a green space located in Gardone, a city of 11,200, is a vibrant meeting place for residents of Gardone and nearby communities. Like many public spaces, Me...

Simon Martindill, Head of Marketing, G4S Secure Solutions (UK) outlines why there is a need for more women in security and what G4S is doing to make the security industry a more diverse and inclusive profession. Important in a multicultural society If they were to close their eyes and describe a security officer, would they be a man? With only around 11% of frontline security officers in the UK being women, it’s likely that most people would think of a man. However, G4S anticipates that...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is helping California-based firearm dealers to comply with the California law (SB-1384) that is effective January 1, 2024. Hikvision solutions combine the highest levels of performance and value to comply with the new requirements. From large storage capacity network video recorders (NVRs) with high capacity RAID backup recording to...

The longest night of 2023 is fast approaching, with Friday 22nd December marking the official start of winter. To maximize property security during the dark evenings, the experts at ADT have shared 5 of their best tips to help deter thieves. Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I comments, “Opportunistic thieves use darkness to their advantage, so it’s no surprise that the number of burglaries committed increases when the darker nights draw in. Our 2022 burglary report fou...

The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) released a PKOC explainer video to its site. This video is less than a minute long and demonstrates how the PSIA’s PKOC specification works and will disrupt the access control market. PKOC specification David Bunzel, PSIA Executive Director, shared, “We are seeing significant uptake in the market with a growing number of vendors adding PKOC to access readers. We recognized the need to provide some tools so that c...

IDEMIA has been selected by ACSA to implement its solution in South Africa’s three main international airports: OR Tambo, Cape Town, and King Shaka including the border clearance process using the latest e-Gates technologies. Interconnected with all the major airlines in the world, South Africa is a key country when it comes to air transportation in Africa. ID2Travel The four-year project started in October 2023 and will be deployed in three phases. As soon as 2026, nine South African a...

Building on longstanding efforts and redoubling work to support faith-based communities in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), released new resources to help houses of worship and other faith-based organizations enhance their security. These Physical Security Performance Goals–modeled after the successful Cybersecurity Performance Goals–are a collection of...

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions announces the latest release of its K-12 School Virtual Tour. Along with a 360° exploration of a K-12 school environment that allows users to visualize how door security solutions can be used to address everyday challenges, the interactive experience now provides an added dimension of detail on the PASS K-12 Safety and Security Guidelines from the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS). Protecting schools against emerging threats while maintaining a nurturing...

inter airport Southeast Asia 2023 (IASEA), Asia’s international airport exhibition and conference, concluded on an upbeat note in Singapore. Held from 1-3 March 2023, the event featured a high-level conference and a sold-out exhibition featuring ground support equipment, airport operations & maintenance solutions, airside support services, and many more.  A showcase of latest offerings Over the 3-day exhibition, IASEA saw 3,131 trade attendees and 150 exhibitors congregate at t...

11:11 Systems, a managed infrastructure solutions provider, has launched 11:11 DRaaS for Azure, a new disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS) offering designed specifically for the Microsoft Azure cloud. The new globally available recovery solution gives organizations customized and fully managed disaster recovery (DR) for their on-premises, Azure cloud and/or multi-cloud environments. By combining 11:11's award-winning DRaaS technology and managed recovery expertise with the scale and flex...

To ensure smooth and secure access control at commercial or manufacturing sites, it's crucial to have a reliable, secure, and convenient solution. The software and hardware should be easy to control through a unified interface, and adaptable to the organization’s changes over time.  Access management system Resstende, an Italian sun protection manufacturer known for roller-shutter systems, needed such a solution. With over 60 employees and a yearly turnover of €12.4m, the...

Everon, also known as ADT Commercia, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced the purchase of Newtech Systems, based out of Ashland, KY. This marks the first M&A activity for Everon since its establishment as a standalone organization with GTCR’s acquisition in October and makes steps towards delivering on the company’s objectives for growth and geographic expansion. Capabilities, people, and service &ldquo...

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Germantown Academy (GA) in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania to protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related violence. Founded in 1759, GA is the country’s oldest non-sectarian day school. Multilayered ra...

Permiso, an identity threat detection and response startup, is offering complimentary, private threat briefings with the P0 Labs team on attacks against the identity provider (IdP) control plane, a common attack vector by multiple threat groups over the last few months.  Attacks against identity providers have been responsible for breaching environments in several high-profile attacks over the last months including MGM and Caesars back in September 2023.  Identity-first security stra...

Security Journey, a pioneering secure coding training provider, announced support for WCAG, SCIM, and continued compliance with SOC2 Type 2, which are pioneering industry standards, making it the most secure and accessible AppSec training platform on the market. New capabilities and features The new capabilities mean large enterprises can now provide application security education to their development teams from a platform that meets security, global accessibility, and automated user provision...