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Mercury Security, a global provider of OEM access control hardware and part of HID Global, will host a panel discussion on best practices for hardening an access control infrastructure for enhanced security at next week’s ISC West conference in Las Vegas. Mercury partners will also debut the new Authentic Mercury MR Series 3 SIO modules that feature enhanced cybersecurity and advanced integration capabilities in their respective booths. Integrating IT Security Best Practices Matt Barnette, President of Mercury Security, will moderate a panel discussion on creating a secure, end-to-end secure access control ecosystem that includes hardening the physical access infrastructure and integrating IT security best practices to close vulnerability gaps introduced by the cloud, web, networks and other systems.  Title:  How to Deploy a Cyber 'Hardened' Access Control System for Enhanced Security Date: Thursday, April 12th, 2018 Time: 2:30-3:30 PM  Location: Sands 302, Level 1 Participants: Bill Bozeman, President and CEO of PSA Security Network, and Sal D'Agostino, Founder and CEO of IDmachines Partners Will Showcase Mercury Products At ISC West From April 11-12, 2018 Visit Mercury’s Platinum Premier, Platinum Elite and Platinum partners’ booths at ISC West to learn more about the new, bright red, MR Series 3 SIO modules that extend integration, enhance cyber security and provide seamless upgrades for existing Mercury-based deployments. Built on the Authentic Mercury open platform, the next-generation SIO modules provide OEMs, channel partners and end customers the flexibility to choose the controller configuration that best fits their needs.

HID Global, a global provider of trusted identity solutions, will showcase its portfolio of solutions that power trusted identities in HID booth #11063 at next week’s ISC West in Las Vegas. The company will also present in several Security Industry Association (SIA) educational sessions and local community events during the conference. HID Global Collaborates With Mission 500 HID is participating in a number of charitable events within the Las Vegas community in partnership with Mission 500, a non-profit organization that works closely with the security industry to provide aid to children and families living in poverty across the US. On Wednesday, April 11, HID will work with the organization to assemble 500 Hygiene Care Packs that will be donated to the Children’s Health Fund.  HID is also an Event Sponsor for the Mission 500 Security 5K Run and 2K Walk taking place on Thursday morning, April 12. All proceeds generated by the race will be contributed to Mission 500. HID Presents On The Connected Workplace, Mobility And Secure Access Control Systems: Wednesday, April 11, from 9:45-10:45 AM: Ian Lowe, Director of Product Marketing, Enterprise Physical Access Control, will present ‘How Advanced IoT Technology Can Create the Connected Workplace of the Future’ in Sands 304, Level 1. Thursday, April 12, from 2:30-3:30 PM: Matt Barnette, President of Mercury Security, part of HID Global, will host a panel discussion, ‘How to Deploy a Cyber 'Hardened' Access Control System for Enhanced Security’ in Sands 302, Level 1. Panel participants include Bill Bozeman, President and CEO of PSA Security Network, and Sal D'Agostino, Founder and CEO of IDmachines. Thursday, April 12, 2018, from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM: Neil Fallon, Manager, Government Sales Identity & Access Management, will participate in the ‘Using a Mobile Device as a Multipurpose Credential’ panel discussion in Sands 307 Level 1. Live Demonstrations In HID Global booth Visit the HID Global booth #11063 at the Sans Expo and Convention Center for live demonstrations of the company’s solutions and services that address specific needs for issuing, authenticating, managing and monitoring trusted identities. HID will also feature partner solutions that represent a broad spectrum of applications and capabilities that are powered by HID technology.

Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, leadership, RMR, project management, and technical topics PSA Security Network, an electronic security cooperative, announced it will host an ISC West 2017 education track with sessions and a workshop during ISC West in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 4-5, 2017. Various PSA Committee members, staff, and other industry experts will lead the eight sessions that are included in the PSA Track. Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, leadership, RMR, project management, and technical topics including robotics. The sessions being offered will include: Cybersecurity And Security Installations: Hardening IP Connected Physical Security Equipment April 4, 2017, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM Unlike previous security methods, a properly designed physical security platform unleashes the value of the Internet of Things by aggregating information from people process, data and things. This unleashing brings a cascade of data from IP-enabled devices, machines and business systems connected via unmodified Ethernet. This panel team will discuss commonly used tools to perform network enumeration, how to uncover potential weaknesses in your system, and best practices to better secure your devices. Presenters: Ray Coulombe, Security Specifiers; Andrew Lanning, Integrated Security Technologies; Chris Peckham, Kratos Public Safety & Security Solutions, Inc.; Wayne Smith, Tech Systems, Inc. Recurring monthly revenue structure is at the forefront of news in the security industry RMR Model In The Security Industry: How It Works And Why We Need It April 4, 2017, 10:10 AM – 11:15 AM Recurring monthly revenue structure is at the forefront of news in the security industry. Not only does it provide a critical infrastructure to increase business and company value, but it also allows customers an affordable way to implement a physical security system and to stay up to date with technology. The panel will discuss ways to implement an RMR model, and why it is the future of the security industry. Presenters: Bill Bozeman, PSA Security Network; Kim Tran, Northland Controls; Rob Simopoulos, Advance Technology; Patrick Berry, BluBØX. Cementing Customer Loyalty In Competitive Times April 4, 2017, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Do your customers really love you? Or, are you certain or are you guessing? Loyalty comes from building, developing, and maintaining a strong relationship with your customers. Determining both the right attitude and the right behaviours to keep the relationship solid is key in today’s tough market. In this panel discussion, learn to engage with clients and build an atmosphere of trust that will keep your business solid in the heavily competitive environment. Presenters: Paul Cronin, Atrion; Tim Brooks, PSA Security Network; Christine Lanning, Integrated Security Technologies; Sharon Shaw, Tech Systems, Inc.; Mark Krause, Target Corporation. Robotics: Upcoming Legislation And Government Regulations You Need To Know Now April 4, 2017, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Robotics are quickly evolving and adapting to many industries and new developments are occurring daily which will affect many industry verticals. While businesses and industries are becoming more aware of the potential impact of robotics technologies on society, they also have the unique ethical and legal challenges which emerge when intelligent machines and humans occupy the same environments. What efforts are being made to address current regulation and legislation? This panel discussion will address what impact these regulations will have on the security industry in the future. Presenters: Bill Bozeman, PSA Security Network; Michael Kobelin, Sharp Robotics Business Development; General William J. Marshall III, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jack Wu, Nightingale Security. Industry leaders need to manage the risk associated with planned and unplanned departures in key positions Operational Workshop: Project Management In The Physical Security Space April 4, 2017, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the most efficient processes and procedures to effectively allocate resources to implement physical security programs. Additionally, content will provide security project managers with the application of management best practices to support budget-conscious allocation of physical security resources across an organization’s portfolio of facilities. Reviewing project life cycle best practices in a collaborative environment will provide best practices to take home and implement immediately. Presenter: Sharon Shaw, Tech Systems, Inc. Leading Through Industry Change: Succession Planning And Leadership In A Merger And Acquisition Market April 4, 2017, 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM Today’s business environment is characterized by near-constant change. It’s an environment where acquisitions and investments are picking up the pace and are modifying the configuration of existing organizations. Industry leaders need to manage the risk associated with planned and unplanned departures in key positions, as well as the prevention of loss of knowledge and relationships that reside with key employees. Managing the impact of demographic shifts in the workplace is a business imperative that executives can no longer afford to ignore. This session will discuss the impact of mergers and acquisitions on a business, as well as creating the right approach to helping their organizations sustain the necessary leadership to support business growth and a smooth succession plan. Presenters: Berry Epstein, Vertex Capital; Eric Yuang, Convergent Technologies; Brent Franklin, Unlimited Technologies; Jim Henry, Kratos Public Safety & Security Solutions, Inc. To protect your organization, you must take a proactive and comprehensive approach to this quickly increasing risk Increasing Your Brand Recognition Through Social Media April 4, 2017; 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Tapping the vast audience of the social web is a low-cost way to catapult a business brand. This presentation will uncover how to effectively build a company’s brand using social media, which allows organizations to develop new relationships and strengthen existing relationships. This will help drive brand awareness, loyalty, and word-of-mouth marketing. Discover networks which support a company’s brand image, identify valuable content, and outline effective social media strategies. Presenter: David Morgan, Security Dealer Marketing. The 7 Questions They Cyber Criminals Don’t Want You to Ask! April 4, 2017; 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM/ April 5, 2017; 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM All leadership in business has a fiduciary responsibility to protect their company, its shareholders, employees, and customers. Part of this responsibility includes detecting cyber risks and mitigating those risks. To protect your organization, you must take a proactive and comprehensive approach to this quickly increasing risk. This panel discussion led by PSA’s Cybersecurity Committee will address the top seven questions end users and system integrators make sure they have addressed to reduce the risk of cyberattacks. Presenters: Paul Boucherle, Matterhorn Consulting LLC; Darnell Washington, SecureXperts; Sal D’Agostino, IDmachines; Andrew Lanning, Integrated Security Technologies.