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The advances in video analytics – including improved classification, accuracy and speed – were unveiled at a Global Partners Summit of international security and video surveillance professionals, hosted by IDIS in Seoul, South Korea. The three day event, attended by senior executives from security distributors from 23 countries, focused on how IDIS is responding to market trends and needs, developing end-to-end solutions, including specialist technologies for a range of vertical markets, and pushing forward with improvements to the IDIS Deep Learning Engine, the technology which powers the company’s AI in the Box and IDIS Deep Learning Analytics solutions. Reduce false alarms, people counting, fall detection Earlier this year IDLA Version 3.0 was introduced as a service module for up to 80 channels within the IDIS Solution Suite VMS and it set new performance benchmarks by achieving an accuracy of 97% - 98% and dramatically reduces false alarms. Responding to customer demand for easier, more affordable analytics for smaller applications, IDIS also launched its DV-2116 AI in the Box solution. Delegates learned of future enhancements in meta-data searching by class, color and number Delegates learned of future enhancements in meta-data searching by class, color and number, plus the ability to search a specific area of interest. People counting, fall detection and the ability to search by the direction of an object’s movement were also previewed and delegates got advanced notice of a new range of AI-ready 5MP cameras, featuring deep learning on-the-edge analytics, due for release next year. Growing importance of cyber security The global summit also previewed IDIS’s ambitious video product and technology roadmap for 2020, further building out its end-to-end solutions for core vertical market sectors. Innovations in recording and camera technology, and the growing importance of cyber security, extended warranties and the advantages of delivering lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and lower Total Cost to Serve for systems integrators and installers were among key topics discussed at the event. Strategies for product development IDIS works closely with its partners and hosts the annual summit as an opportunity to exchange market insights and steer its strategies for product development, technical support and marketing. Partners shared best practice implementations and case studies in core vertical markets including retail, education, logistics and distribution, and hotels. Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division, recognized outstanding project implementations and presented special awards for best practice to Alarm Automatika from Croatia and BTCO from Chile. Video surveillance manufacturer This collaborative approach, focusing on long term partnerships is a key element in the company’s success. It’s a customer-focused model that has seen IDIS grow continuously since 1997 to become Korea’s pioneer in-country video surveillance manufacturer, with regional operations now expanding across over 50 countries. Together we are giving our customers the most advanced video surveillance solutions" Concluding the summit, special partner awards were presented by Y. D. Kim, CEO of IDIS, recognizing outstanding collaboration and sales growth over the last year. These were given to Alarm Automatica of Croatia, CCTV Center of Spain, EPCOM of Mexico, JES CQTEC of Thailand and Secure Inc of Japan Protection against cyber-security risks “The expertise, energy and commitment from all our partners at this year’s summit demonstrates, again, that collaboration is that the best route to success,” said Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division. “Together we are giving our customers the most advanced video surveillance solutions, offering industry-best TCO value, ease-of-use and installation, scalability and protection against cyber-security risks.”

In a boost for video project implementations across Europe, all IDIS cameras, network recorders and accessories are now available to partners with next day delivery with the opening of a new distribution and after-sales service center in the Netherlands. IDIS, which is Korea’s in-country surveillance manufacturer, is opening the new distribution center to improve customer service and accelerate growth by supporting local distributors in each country through much faster delivery times, with all stock to be available within days, not weeks, even for the largest projects. “Our expanded operation means a huge step up in customer service,” says Joon Jun, President of the Global Business Division, IDIS. “It can take a long time for buyers to choose a new video solution, but once they decide, they want it very quickly – we will now be able to do that, right across Europe, and in most cases we will dispatch same day for orders placed before midday.” Strong position in multi-site retail We can guarantee much faster product delivery and quicker equipment repairs” The company saw 22% year-on-year growth across Europe last year and has developed a strong position in multi-site retail, including fashion chains, high-end boutiques and eating out sectors. IDIS has also built on its success during the 2018 Russian World Cup, when two of the main stadiums used IDIS video tech, with more European stadia now turning to IDIS surveillance to improve visitor and staff safety and manage the risks faced by major event venues.  “For most applications customers don’t want to wait for service repairs or equipment upgrades,” added Joon Jun. IDIS distributors will now be able to better support their European integrator partners to win new projects with immediate rolling stock delivery as well as improve service levels with product refurbishments and repairs which will no longer need to be shipped to Korea.  Regular firmware updates We’re backing up with after-sales service to increase service-levels for their customers” “Once a customer chooses an end-to-end IDIS solution they are fully protected and supported at every stage, including for maintenance, with regular firmware updates to protect against evolving cyber security risks, for scaling up and system expansion, and for ongoing free user training. Now we can also guarantee much faster product delivery and quicker equipment repairs.” James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe added: “IDIS is already well known for the industry-leading IDIS Ultimate Warranty and first line local technical support. We have our own dedicated tech support desk here in Brentford, London, as well as offering first-line technical support in multiple languages via our network of distribution partners throughout mainland Europe.” He adds: “We’re now backing this up with an additional layer of after-sales service in the Netherlands that will allow our national distributors and their system integration partners across Europe to increase service-levels for their customers.”

Advanced video projects delivered by SECOM, Johnson Controls and ISD Tech have been recognized at IFSEC with a special award event on the IDIS stand. Over the last 12 months, large-scale implementations and high definition IP system upgrades, harnessing the latest IDIS technology, have given enhanced video capability at NHS facilities, fashion chains, coffee shops, variety stores, and market leaders in the eating-out sector. Each year, IDIS invites VIP guests to recognize outstanding achievements by partners, with a presentation on its IFSEC stand followed by a drinks’ reception underscoring the value it places on long term partnership working. Awards presented to industry partners Our continued momentum in video tech development is guided by our close working ties with our industry partners"Recognizing these successes, Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division presented partner awards to Alan Blake, Commercial Director of SECOM Plc, Sean Lee, Retail Director of the Sensormatic Solutions Division of Johnson Controls and ISD Tech’s Managing Director, Nicky Stokes. “Our continued momentum in video tech development is guided by our close working ties with our industry partners,” says James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe. “We see the results of this collaboration with the impressive range of successful projects delivered over the last year, with ISD Tech, Johnson Controls and SECOM leading the field.” Implemented video integration projects SECOM Plc, which is a pioneer in tailored fire and security solutions operating internationally, was named as UK Partner of the Year. Over the last year SECOM has completed a number of notable video integration projects in retail, eating-out and various commercial sectors, and has demonstrated outstanding application of the IDIS Total Solution which has DirectIP at its heart as well as the analog/HD-TVI solution DirectCX to leverage existing coaxial cabling. Johnson Controls has led the way in using analytics technology in the retail sector, including the IDIS VA in the Box solution Johnson Controls was confirmed as the UK Integration Partner of the Year, following a number of successful retail and healthcare deployments, including implementations for major high street fashion brands, popular variety stores and NHS facilities. Johnson Controls has also led the way in using analytics technology in the retail sector, including the IDIS VA in the Box solution, and has been among the fastest growing of IDIS’ partnership operations over the last year. Video solution for NHS healthcare trust ISD Tech was named UK Project Partner of the Year after delivering an award-winning video solution for one of the UK’s largest NHS mental healthcare trusts. The project helped to transform safety and security at child and adolescent facilities and, following its success, ISD Tech is now working on a second phase implementation due to be completed imminently with further deployments planned for later in the year. Speaking at the IFSEC presentation, James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe praised the achievements of this year’s award winners. “These awards once again demonstrate the benefits of close partnership working, not just for the companies involved but most importantly for their end-user customers who benefit from the best available video surveillance solutions.”

The latest advances in secure surveillance technology, engineered entirely in Korea, are being demonstrated by IDIS at Security Essen (25-28 September), on booth E10, Halle 5. The IDIS Total Solution is increasingly being preferred by major users globally because it offers the advantages of secure, exclusively Korean design and manufacturing, as well as outstanding performance in all applications. Important innovations on show at Security Essen include: IDIS’ flagship DirectIP solution; a full array of IP cameras (including full-HD and 4K), network video recorders, network accessories and monitors; new privacy masking features to support user compliance with data protection regulations (such as GDPR); IDIS Center, which typically delivers 50% cost savings on centralized monitoring systems in comparison with server-based solutions; and game-changing AI. Advanced Deep Network IDLA is easy to set up and use, with no calibration required, simply by setting the region of interest and sensitivity Proving to be the biggest draw for visitors is the latest iteration of IDIS Deep Learning Analytics (IDLA) technology that has opened a new door to the future of video analytics with ground-breaking 96% accuracy combined with a 200ips speed allowing for the analysis of 32 channels simultaneously. These exciting advances in video analytics makes IDLA more accurate, faster, and more scalable than competitive offerings. It provides agile appearance searching, object detection and classification (for example people, cars, and bicycles) intrusion detection, and loitering detection—all adapted to fit a 16:9 ratio. The IDLA engine offers this unrivaled accuracy thanks to its advanced deep network architecture. Yet, IDLA is easy to set up and use, with no calibration required, simply by setting the region of interest and sensitivity. Powerful AI Solution Further, since IDLA does not require additional processing power users can progress legacy hardware and cameras to transform their existing surveillance system into a powerful AI solution. Version 2.0 will be commercially available early next year, and users will be able to access both standard and advanced functionality, such as appearance search, through a single and affordable licence. Object detection and classification, intruder detection and loitering analytics are already available for users of IDIS Solution Suite video management software. Making its major exhibition debut in Germany, IDIS DirectIP is a true plug-and-play, end-to-end IP surveillance platform which offers industry-leading ease of use and performance. Consisting of IP cameras, NVRs, network equipment and totally cost-effect IDIS Center software IDIS DirectIP is a complete package that is easy to install, secure, flexible and scalable. Dynamic Privacy Masking IDIS Dynamic Privacy Masking securely masks areas of interest without transcoding, allowing users to protect the privacy of selected individualsIt is compatible with legacy systems and supports third-party and ONVIF protocols, for maximum installation flexibility. DirectIP provides users with best-in-class performance, that when combined with the seven year IDIS Ultimate Warranty, is affordable and cost effective to run. Visitors to booth E10, Hall 5 are also learning how IDIS Dynamic Privacy Masking is supporting users in complying with privacy legislation such as GDPR. IDIS Dynamic Privacy Masking securely masks areas of interest without transcoding, allowing users to protect the privacy of selected individuals, for example by-standers, in video which is being used as evidence. Significant Cost Advantages Together these advances offer end-users, installers, consultants and distributors new levels of system-building flexibility and security with significant cost advantages. Commenting, Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division, said his team was excited to be sharing these latest advances with customers at Security Essen. “IDIS technology is now recognized as a trusted, premium brand and it is being adopted by major users around the world. This success is thanks to our commitment to highly secure manufacturing - which is exclusively Korean - and innovative design which keeps us at the very forefront of the video surveillance sector.”

A summit of international security and video surveillance specialists, hosted by IDIS in Seoul, South Korea, last week focused on some of the key drivers that will shape the global video market over the next three years. The growing importance of upcoming innovations in AI, recording and camera technology, network security, extended warranties and the need for increasingly powerful VMS capabilities were among topics discussed at the event. Delegates from around the world got their first opportunity to see the second iteration of IDIS Deep Learning Analytics (IDLA). Version 2.0 IDLA sets new market benchmarks with accuracy of 96% and a speed of up to 200ips permitting analysis of 32 channels simultaneously. Access To Standard And Advanced Analytical Functionality IDIS will stay committed to its promise of a low total cost of ownership by giving users access to both standard and advanced analytical functionality Further, IDLA does need additional processing power, meaning users will not have to upgrade existing hardware. When IDLA becomes commercially available early next year, IDIS will stay committed to its promise of a low total cost of ownership by giving users access to both standard and advanced analytical functionality, such as appearance searching, through just one simple and affordable license. The summit also focused on the importance of secure design and manufacturing to dispel common market concerns around ‘backdoors’ and how the use of IDIS proprietary protocols harden network security. The agenda also covered sector specific application developments in key markets where IDIS solutions are increasingly being adopted, including large scale projects in the Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States. Held over two days, the annual summit has grown in scope over the last three years and is now an important diary date for those attending. It is seen as a chance to network with leading market specialists from around the world to share lessons from projects which are frequently at the cutting edge. Driving Product Development And Improvements The summit is also used an opportunity to focus on business development, with IDIS working closely with its partners to refine its marketing and media strategy for the coming year, to share the latest information about market trends and insights, and to drive product development and continual improvements in technical support. Gathered at this summit we have a level of expertise that is unrivalled in our sector, and we share a commitment to giving our customers the very best in video surveillance solutions" This long term, collaborative approach between IDIS and its business partners is a key element of the company’s growth strategy. It is this customer-focused drive that has seen IDIS grow continuously since 1997 to become Korea’s largest video surveillance manufacturer, with regional operations now expanding across over 50 countries. 2018 Business Partner Awards Concluding the summit, IDIS Chief Executive Officer, Y.D. Kim, presented 2018 Business Partner Awards to three companies – Avix (Russia), Trinet (Singapore) and Red Office (Bangladesh) - in recognition of their commitment to a close partnership and their outstanding performance over the last year. “Our three award winners, and indeed all our partners attending this summit, demonstrate that the surest route to success is always through collaboration,” said Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division. “Gathered at this summit we have a level of expertise that is unrivalled in our sector, and we share a commitment to giving our customers the very best in video surveillance solutions. Knowing this, we can all look with great confidence to the year ahead.”

With security and safety a major focus during the recent World Cup in Russia, IDIS surveillance technology was chosen for a surveillance upgrade at the 45,000 capacity Rostov Arena and the 35,000 capacity Kaliningrad Stadium. At both locations an IDIS Total Solution was installed with a total of 3000 IP cameras comprising full HD and H.265 models and PTZ cameras featuring Smart UX Controls v2.0, a range of full HD, true wide dynamic range (WDR), IR bullet cameras and full HD box cameras with all external cameras equipped to withstand Russia’s often harsh weather conditions. IDIS technology deployed at these response centers enabled security staff to rapidly detect and respond to any breach of health and safety, suspicious behavior or terrorist threat IDIS Critical Failover To Prevent Data Loss A centralized surveillance monitoring center utilising an IDIS ultra-thin bezel 55” video wall delivered command and control of the two stadiums and allowed security staff to access 60 days of archived footage from 50 remote IDIS DR-8364 NVRs implemented at situational centers. IDIS technology deployed at these response centers enabled security staff to rapidly detect and respond to any breach of health and safety, suspicious behavior or terrorist threat. For complete protection, IDIS Critical Failover was installed in order to prevent loss of vital recorded data during a range of fault conditions. The system automatically steps in to ensure continued recording in the event of network instability, network failure, storage failure, recorder hardware failure and power supply failure, in each case ensuring that no data is lost. Our advanced technology helped to ensure safety and security by preventing unauthorized intrusion" Preventing Unauthorized Intrusion "The IDIS surveillance system, installed inside and around the stadium gave security controllers a complete overview of the site and perimeter fences,” said Joon Jun, President of the Global Business Division of IDIS. “Our advanced technology helped to ensure safety and security by preventing unauthorized intrusion. "We are proud that our brand credibility and product stability has been recognized on the global stage at an event which was the focus of world attention. To safeguard thousands of visitors at these key venues, it was essential to use the most reliable technology including high-resolution surveillance cameras with waterproof and dustproof functions and a solution that prevented data loss in the event of network instability."

IDIS will feature its new IDIS Ultimate Warranty at the ASIS International Exhibition in Dallas, Texas. Breaking free from industry norms of three to five years, the new IDIS guarantees extend protections for its latest-generation technologies by two-years, bringing the warranty for H.265 NVRs and multi-format HD-TVI, DirectCX TVRs to an unprecedented seven years. The new extended warranty gives IDIS integrators and installers a clear competitive advantage and delivers increased peace of mind with a lower cost of ownership to end users. The IDIS Ultimate Warranty is also particularly competitive when compared to PC-based solutions that typically handle up to 64-channels, which have a maximum warranty of three years, forcing end users to purchase additional warranties before the end of their surveillance solution’s lifecycle. IDIS Ultimate Warranty A survey conducted by IFSEC Global showed most organizations look to upgrade surveillance systems after four to six years. With the IDIS Ultimate Warranty, end users can be confident that their IDIS solution will be supported for its entire life cycle, a demonstration of IDIS’s confidence in its quality and reliability. Joon Jun, president of the IDIS Global Business Division, notes “as [IDIS has] brought every new innovative product to market, each element has been designed and manufactured in-house with quality and reliability in mind. We still have IDIS DVRs installed over 13 years ago in operation that have required little to no maintenance. This is a testament to IDIS quality and reliability, and one that makes the IDIS Ultimate Warranty, which extends our guarantees for some products to as many as 7 years, a natural step.”

The second day at IFSEC International at London’s ExCel saw IDIS recognize both customers and media partners by presenting awards on its stand G700 during a press briefing followed by a champagne reception. This is just one of many events the global surveillance manufacturer is holding across the year to celebrate its two decades of surveillance innovation. After opening the event with a brief history of the growth of IDIS over the last 20 years, a Q&A panel on the new solutions showcased by IDIS at IFSEC and recognition of strategic media partners, Dr Albert Ryu, IDIS President and Chief Operating Officer, and Joon Jun, President of the IDIS Global Business Division, acknowledged the strategic customers that have made two decades of IDIS success possible, including new key relationships developed since the launch of the IDIS brand business at IFSEC in 2013. IDIS Partner Awards Recognizing new and continued partnerships, Ryu and Jun firstly presented partner awards to IDIS UK customers including integrators, a leading national distributor and a renowned fashion retailer. Established over 35 years ago, Direct Security recently completed large fully integrated system installations for major clients in the UK including various roll outs of DirectIP, as well as working across major cities in Europe, North America and the Middle East. NSI Gold approved and currently working on large multi-discipline construction projects for hotels, leisure, education and commercial sectors, Direct Security are specialists in the design, installation and maintenance of high-end surveillance, access control, intercoms, intruder and fire alarm systems for major clients and key accounts, while working closely with fit out companies throughout the UK. Pro-Vision is a UK value-add distributor that offers surveillance, access control and public address equipment to installers and integrators nationwide. The company can dispatch equipment overnight and is renowned for its outstanding technical support. Pro-Vision offers over 60 brands from manufacturers that have a reputation for quality and reliability and has offered IDIS solutions since 2014 and has realized great success with the DirectIP line up as well as IDIS DirectCX, an advanced HD analog solution that allows customers to leverage existing coax cabling. River Island has over 60 years of fashion retailing experience and is one of the most well-known and loved brands on the UK high street with over 350 stores worldwide. When River Island wanted to make the shift from analog CCTV to IP surveillance, they were introduced to IDIS. The fashion retailer has now rolled out DirectIP with the totally cost-free IDIS Center across five stores and a logistics center. The loss prevention team are so impressed with the IDIS performance, efficiency and low total cost of ownership that they have standardized on IDIS for all future upgrades and fit outs across their stores and facilities globally. SECOM Plc is a world class company supplying tailored fire and security solutions to homes, businesses and public sector organizations. SECOM began providing security solutions throughout the UK in 1918. Today, SECOM is providing customized fire and security solutions across the globe from homes to major high street brands to high-security police, government and financial establishments. To date, SECOM has completed a number of high profile integrations which use IDIS solutions, including DirectIP for Mitsui OSK Lines, which is in one of London’s newest iconic buildings. "IFSEC has proven a great platform to celebrate our twentieth anniversary of two decades of innovation and launch new products and technologies" IDIS Distribution Partners Also, recognizing the role of the distribution partners that have all worked with IDIS since the company’s foundation in 1997 and their continued support for the IDIS brand business, Ryu and Jun also presented awards to indispensable partners that focus on various countries in Europe, including With the largest distribution of video surveillance and access control systems in Spain as well as covering the Portuguese market, CCTV Center has more than 20 years of experience in the sector. IDIS accredits the company as a competent partner able to provide the most appropriate and effective solutions for all video and security projects, whether small and medium-sized installations or large systems with thousands of cameras. CCTV Center has a long-standing relationship with IDIS and first started offering the complete IDIS branded line up in early 2014 and has supported multiple IDIS installations for security, video and business intelligence applications. IDIS Nederland B.V. is part of Divitec Group and has specialized in the distribution of surveillance and associated security products since 1997, focusing on the latest hardware and software technologies that has seen the company grow to become one of the most advanced surveillance suppliers in Benelux. Having offered IDIS products for nearly two decades, Divitec launched IDIS Nederland in 2013. Already recognizing the signature quality, reliability and high performance of IDIS solutions with IDIS DVRs still in operation after thirteen years, with little to no maintenance, such as at the Dutch postal service, PostNL To date IDIS Nederland has supported more IDIS implementations in the Netherlands than in any other European country, including projects with Grafisch Lyceum Utrecht (GLU) school, Dar waste management and automotive distributor Louwman & Parqui. VIDEOR E.Hartig GmbH’s is a distributor of professional video technology in the fields of video security, digital signage, broadcast and image processing across Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Distributors, installers, systems integrators and professional users appreciate VIDEOR’s portfolio of products and solutions, which encompasses video surveillance, access control, digital signage technology, and recording and storage solutions from the world’s leading manufacturers across the industry. VIDEOR has been distributing IDIS products since 2016, offering the complete IDIS Total Solution line up. Long Term Partnerships Speaking at the show, Jun commented, “IFSEC has proven a great platform to celebrate our twentieth anniversary of two decades of innovation and launch new products and technologies. It is also an honor for Dr Ryu and I to recognize our customers and media partners and demonstrate that IDIS has a commitment to building long term partnerships. I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank all the customers and media involved in our press briefing and for taking the time to look at our latest innovations, which again demonstrate “it’s not the same, it’s IDIS.”

2017 will see the company reflect on the tremendous progress and changes in the industry over the last two decades Starting with a launch celebration at Intersec 2017 in Dubai, IDIS will be marking 20 years at the forefront of global surveillance innovation with an exciting program of events that will run throughout 2017. Celebrating Past, Present And Future With the focus on celebrating the past, present and future of IDIS, 2017 will see the company reflect on the tremendous progress and changes in the industry over the last two decades. At the same time, the anniversary events will demonstrate the company’s ongoing commitment to champion continuous research and innovation in security, surveillance and business intelligence to meet the needs of a fast-changing world. Kicking off at Intersec 2017, IDIS will showcase how it is pioneering the next-generation technologies that will shape the future of security, surveillance and analytics over the next 20 years and beyond. With a wide range of new solutions on display that make up part of the IDIS Total Solution, IDIS promises to deliver the ultimate surveillance experience at this year’s exhibition. Programmes Throughout 2017 Throughout 2017, IDIS will be running a lively program of special events at its regional offices, across social media and at key international tradeshows, along with fun activities like competitions, giveaways, videos, awards and more. Most importantly, the celebrations will be a chance to involve and recognize the phenomenal contribution of IDIS partners, customers and employees who made the last 20 years such a success. IDIS History Founded in 1997 by experts in computer science and artificial intelligence, IDIS has been at the vanguard of surveillance innovation for over two decades. By 1998, IDIS had pioneered the move from analog to digital surveillance, pushing the company to number one in global digital video recorder (DVR) sales, seeing sales reach over $50 million by 2005, and winning many business accolades along the away. In 2013, IDIS launched its own brand business as well as DirectIP, a truly game-changing plug-and-play surveillance solution that eliminates the obstacles and headaches of installing and operating networked video surveillance. By 2015, IDIS established regional headquarters in Europe, the Middle East, and the United States of America while simultaneously bringing to market the IDIS Total Solution, which offers a comprehensive line up of equipment, software, and unique technologies that meet the surveillance needs of businesses large and small while ensuring a low total cost of ownership. Today, IDIS has grown to become a global security company that designs, develops, and manufactures surveillance solutions for a wide range of commercial and public sector markets. As the largest video surveillance manufacturer in South Korea, with headquarters and manufacturing facilities just outside of Seoul, IDIS operates across 50 countries and 100+ strategic partners. A truly world-leading total solution provider, IDIS has more than two million recorders installed worldwide and over 16.5 million cameras utilising IDIS technology. "Looking toward the next 20 years, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) permeate the industry" Solutions On Display Building on this record, IDIS is offering visitors to Intersec 2017 a first look at some of the ground-breaking and new technologies that are set to define the future of the security sector. They include: IDIS Solution Suite: Modular enterprise-level video management software (VMS) IDIS 64 Channel NVR: HD real-time recording, 900Mbps throughput, and failover cover IDIS ANPR: Unprecedented accuracy, true multi-lane field of view, and superb image quality IDIS Intelligent Codec: Optimized focus plus up to 90% savings on bandwidth and storage IDIS Smart Failover: 24-hour SmartSave seamless failover protection IDIS Long Reach PoE Extender: 100Mbps of seamless transmission over a 500m range IDIS VA in the Box: Plug-and-play and cost-effective analytics perfect for retail environments Affordable And Accessible Solutions Joon Jun, President of the Global Business Division, said: “What makes IDIS a market leader is not only understanding industry trends, but looking at how we apply new technologies to make them affordable and accessible to a wide range of businesses. In terms of the future, IDIS will continue to offer a true total solution that will be more robust, encompassing a wider range of technologies that make video surveillance even more resilient and easier to install and operate. For example, when IDIS launched DirectIP, it made network surveillance more accessible to a wider range of customers in terms of affordability and offered unparalleled ease of installation and use, all without trading cost for performance, quality, or reliability.” “Looking toward the next 20 years, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) permeate the industry. IDIS intends to do the same by utilising these types of cutting-edge technologies and making them both simple for installers and end users to install and operate as well as cost effective for businesses large and small. We will also continue to look at how video data can be utilised beyond security operations to deliver business intelligence and further deliver on our promise of a low total cost of ownership. We will also stay committed to our mission to contribute to a safe and more secure world through our commitment to continual innovation and by fostering a culture of creativity.”

The annual program evaluates Korean companies and their global exports from an array of industry sectors IDIS, South Korea’s largest surveillance manufacturer, announces that the company has received two esteemed World Class Product of Korea awards from the Ministry of Trade Industry and Energy (MOTIE) and the Korean Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA). The annual program evaluates Korean companies and their global exports from across an array of industry sectors, including ship building, plastics, petrochemicals, electronic goods, and security products, among many others. For any given product to be selected, the global market needs to exceed $50M and be twice the size of the Korean domestic market, with exports accounting for more than 30% of the same product sold in Korea. In addition, total Korean sales of that product must be ranked top five in terms of global market share and in 2015, sales of Korean IP dome cameras and network video recorders (NVRs) ranked fifth in the world, with more than five percent market share, qualifying them to be evaluated within this highly-respected awards program. Over $5M Global Annual Exports Each company is appraised by its relevant industry association, where the findings are then presented to MOTIE and KOTRA for final evaluation. IDIS and other Korean surveillance manufacturers were judged using stringent criteria by a panel of experts from the Korean Electronics Association (KEA) over the course of many weeks. In addition to financial data, the judges also looked for assurance of product quality, reliability, technical capabilities, and marketability. IDIS proved, based on 2015 financial data, that export sales of both its IP dome cameras and NVRs, met the benchmark of more than $5M of global exports annually. Impressed by the findings of KEA in terms of export sales and the quality, reliability, and innovative nature of IDIS products, MOTIE and KOTRA awarded IDIS with two prestigious awards for both IDIS IP dome cameras and DirectIP NVRs. "This recognition really cements the fact that IDIS has grown to become a true global player in the world security market" Two Decades Of Innovation Joon Jun, President of the Global Business Division, said, “Our level of exports clearly demonstrates that customers around the world recognize and appreciate the quality and reliability of IDIS products. This recognition really cements the fact that IDIS has grown to become a true global player in the world security market. IDIS recently kicked off its 20th anniversary and celebrated two decades of innovation at Intersec in Dubai, UAE, and these awards clearly demonstrate why IDIS has been at the forefront of surveillance for over 20 years. We fully intend to continue that trend through our commitment to research and development and by remaining first to bring new technologies and products to market.” "I’d like to take this opportunity to thank KEA, MOTIE, and KOTRA for their partnership approach and to all the judges for their time spent in evaluating IDIS and its products as well as all the other Korean companies involved." ISC West attendees will have the opportunity to see these award-winning and other IDIS innovations in action at the IDIS booth #18059 April 5-7, 2017.

These 20th anniversary events will reflect on  the tremendous progress and evolution of the company In recognition of the company’s 20 years as a digital surveillance pioneer, IDIS has announced a year-long program of global commemoration and recognition events that celebrate the past, present, and future of the surveillance powerhouse. Reflecting IDIS Evolution These 20th anniversary events will reflect on both the tremendous progress and evolution of the company, and the surveillance industry as a whole, since its 1997 founding. At the same time, the anniversary events will demonstrate the company’s ongoing commitment to champion research and innovation in security, surveillance, and business intelligence that meet the needs of a fast-evolving security marketplace. Kicking off at Intersec 2017 in Dubai, IDIS will showcase how it is pioneering the next-generation technologies that will shape the future of security, surveillance, and analytics over the next 20 years and beyond. Similar programs will be featured at major tradeshows throughout the year, including ISC West in Las Vegas, IFSEC in London, and ASIS in Dallas. Additional commemorations, celebrations, and activities will continue periodically throughout the year, including social media engagement, competitions, giveaways, videos, awards, and more. Most importantly, the celebrations will purposely involve and recognize the phenomenal contribution of IDIS partners, customers, and employees who have made the last 20 years of IDIS innovation a true success. Two Decades Of Innovation Founded in 1997 by experts in computer science and artificial intelligence, IDIS has been at the vanguard of surveillance innovation for over two decades. By 1998, IDIS had pioneered the move from analog to digital surveillance, pushing the company to number one in global digital video recorder (DVR) sales, seeing sales reach over $50 million by 2005, and winning many business accolades along the away. IDIS has more than two million recorders installed worldwide and over 16.5 million cameras utilising IDIS technology In 2013, IDIS launched its own brand business as well as DirectIP, a truly game-changing plug-and-play surveillance solution that eliminates the obstacles and headaches of installing and operating networked video surveillance. By 2015, IDIS established regional headquarters in Europe, the Middle East, and the United States of America while simultaneously bringing to market the IDIS Total Solution, which offers a comprehensive line up of equipment, software, and unique technologies that meet the surveillance needs of businesses large and small while ensuring a low total cost of ownership. Today, IDIS has grown to become a global security company that designs, develops, and manufactures surveillance solutions for a wide range of commercial and public sector markets. As the largest video surveillance manufacturer in South Korea, with headquarters and manufacturing facilities just outside of Seoul, IDIS operates across 50 countries and 100+ strategic partners. IDIS has more than two million recorders installed worldwide and over 16.5 million cameras utilising IDIS technology. IDIS Solutions The latest IDIS technologies currently breaking ground include: IDIS Solution Suite: Modular enterprise-level video management software (VMS) IDIS 64 Channel NVR: HD real-time recording, 900Mbps throughput, and failover cover IDIS LPR: Unprecedented accuracy, true multi-lane field of view, and superb image quality IDIS Intelligent Codec: Optimized focus plus up to 90% savings on bandwidth and storage IDIS Smart Failover: 24-hour SmartSave seamless failover protection IDIS Long Reach PoE Extender: 100Mbps of seamless transmission over a 500m range IDIS VA in the Box: Plug-and-play and cost-effective analytics perfect for retail environments "Looking toward the next 20 years, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) permeate the industry" Joon Jun, President of the Global Business Division, said, “What makes IDIS a market leader is not only understanding industry trends, but looking at how we apply new technologies to make them affordable and accessible to a wide range of businesses. In terms of the future, IDIS will continue to offer a true total solution that will be more robust, encompassing a wider range of technologies that make video surveillance even more resilient and easier to install and operate. For example, when IDIS launched DirectIP, it made network surveillance more accessible to a wider range of customers in terms of affordability and offered unparalleled ease of installation and use, all without trading cost for performance, quality, or reliability.” “Looking toward the next 20 years, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) permeate the industry. IDIS intends to do the same by utilising these types of cutting-edge technologies and making them both simple for installers and end users to install and operate as well as cost effective for businesses large and small. We will also continue to look at how video data can be utilised beyond security operations to deliver business intelligence and further deliver on our promise of a low total cost of ownership. We will also stay committed to our mission to contribute to a safe and more secure world through our commitment to continual innovation and by fostering a culture of creativity.”