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Interface shares its top physical security industry predictions for 2022

Interface Security Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises shared its top predictions for the physical security industry. The end of traditional burglar alarms is near Businesses of all sizes will move away from traditional contact- or motion-based burglar alarms in favor of video-verified alarms to avoid the unnecessary disturbance and costs involved with false alarms. Interface a...

NW Security Unveils Report Highlighting Findings From 6-Month Study Of Businesses’ Use Of Advanced Video Analytics In Security

NW Security Group has launched its 34-page management report entitled ‘Video Analytics Adoption Trends UK Business Study’. The report brings together all results and analysis from a comprehensive, England-wide market research study of 152 medium- and large-sized firms, running CCTV systems completed over the last six months. The report reveals that eight of the total 14 video analytics types, which were included in this study, had seen more than 30% adoption and use by businesses, w...

Allegion Ventures Launches $100 Million Fund II

Allegion Ventures, the corporate ventures arm of Allegion plc has launched a second fund to accelerate technology and software investments in IoT and data security, building analytics, construction lifecycle management, and property management. $100 million is allocated to Fund II, double the size of Allegion Ventures’ initial $50 million funds that launched in March 2018. Creation of Fund II Bobby Prostko has been named managing director for Fund II. Prostko, who joined Allegion Ventur...

IDIS Extends Its Range Of NDAA-Compliant Security Cameras With New HD And UHD Camera Launches

An extended range of HD and UHD video cameras from IDIS gives systems integrators and their end-user customers’ affordable alternatives for NDAA-compliant video. The NDAA line-up now includes a range of 2MP, 5MP, and 8MP camera models, which are ideal for applications of any size from small to medium sites, such as retail outlets, hotels, local government facilities, and offices, through to enterprise users such as utilities, school and university campuses, logistics, and large commercial...

Allegion UK Shares Ways To Keep Temporarily Vacant Buildings Fire Safe And Secure

The holiday period is synonymous with festivity, family, food, and fun - but it’s also a time rife with empty buildings and heightened security concerns. As most of the nation winds down for a stint packed with celebration and enjoyment, schools, workplaces, and commercial facilities momentarily shut their doors, but in doing so, invite potential safety and security threats. In fact, the weeks surrounding Christmas signify a steep increase in burglaries, with the rate doubling in the UK b...

Interface Appoints Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer

Interface Security Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises announced that it has appointed Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer. Management experience  Bringing over a decade of human resources leadership experience from global, consumer-focused organizations like PepsiCo and Diageo, Bordeleau has a proven track record of successfully implementing talent acquisition, employ...

3xLOGIC Simplifies Installation With All-In-One Cameras

3xLogic's all-in-one offering removes the need for an on-premise server and simplifies the installation process. When using the VISIX V-Series Setup App (iOS/Android), installers can easily configure and set up cameras to get up and running quickly. Cameras can then be brought into VIGIL Client, View Lite II Mobile App (iOS/Android) to view live and recorded video. In addition, vital health information can be gathered in VIGIL Central Management (VCM). This also offers an interim step with the...

David Thean Steps Up As General Manager For Gallagher In Asia

Gallagher is pleased to announce that David Thean has been appointed General Manager for Gallagher’s security business in Asia. After joining Gallagher in 2019 as Regional Manager for Southeast Asia, Thean has been involved in several key projects across the Southeast Asia region, gaining a deep understanding of Gallagher’s security solutions and Command Center software. Thean says, “I’m very excited to be leading our talented team here in Asia. They’ve proven time...

Acre Announces Key Acquisitions Of Feenics & Matrix To Close Out 2021

ACRE, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced the strategic acquisitions of Feenics and Matrix Systems. Cloud and integrated security The acquisition of Feenics brings cloud-based access control solutions to ACRE’s rapidly growing network of global customers while also expanding its portfolio to support the growing demand for cloud-based security solutions. Matrix enables ACRE to expand the addressable market for the company’s technology portfolio,...

3xLOGIC Announces The Availability Of Its Serverless Camera Bundle That Makes All-In-One Functionality A Reality

3xLOGIC, the globally renowned provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, has announced the availability of its Serverless Camera Bundle. Serverless Camera Bundle Designed for small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as being suitable for educational, retail, healthcare and warehouse and distribution environments, the Serverless Camera Bundle offers organizations that don’t have support staff to maintain on-site servers and infrastructure, the opportunity to bene...

Irisity Announces The Opening Of Its UAE Office

Irisity AB (publ), an AI video analytics provider, continues its international expansion with the appointment of Marc Sanders as Sales Director for GCC, based in Abu-Dhabi, UAE. It continues its international expansion, opening a new sales office in the United Arab Emirates. The office, based in Abu-Dhabi, will be headed by Marc Sanders who will be responsible for managing the company’s sales activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar,...

MOBOTIX Launches 18 New Products For Intelligent Video Technology At Once

With its major global Innovation Splash in November, MOBOTIX AG is placing 18 new hardware and software solutions on the market at once. New products  The first hemispherical camera that combines infrared and LED white light in a single system is a major highlight. In addition, there is a new convenient dome camera, hemispherical modules, and Thermal CIF modules specially designed for perimeter protection for the MOBOTIX7 cameras with up to 105° wide angle of view (FoV). A fiber optic...

Smart R Distribution Explains How The Need To Switch To IP Network-Based Video Surveillance Solutions Is No Longer A Question

Simon Shawley, Business Development Manager at Smart R Distribution, explains “How recent advances in video recording technology means that installers can help end-user clients to extend the life of their existing analog CCTV systems, while enabling them to migrate to a full IP network based video surveillance system, at their own pace.” IP network-based video surveillance solutions offer users significant advantages over traditional analog CCTV systems. These include the ability to...

MOBOTIX Releases 18 New Products For Intelligent Video Technology At Once

With its major global Innovation Splash in November 2021, MOBOTIX AG is placing 18 new hardware and software solutions on the market at once. Software and hardware solutions The first hemispherical camera that combines infrared and LED white light in a single system is a major highlight. In addition, there is a new convenient dome camera, hemispherical modules, and Thermal CIF modules specially designed for perimeter protection for the MOBOTIX7 cameras with up to 105° wide angle of view (F...

Vismo To Use what3words Location Technology To Help Organizations Protect Their Employees

Vismo announces the rollout of what3words location technology on its global location monitoring and safety platform, to help organizations respond to incidents more effectively - and keep their employees as safe as possible. Vismo provides a proven, since 2012, resilient location monitoring and safety service to businesses, public sector organizations, and NGOs, ensuring their traveling or remote employees can be located and protected while at work. It does this via the Vismo App, which is...

Ava Security Further Strengthens Its Open Cloud Platform By Merging Sensor And Video Data For Greater Facility Insights And Intelligence

Ava Security has launched the ability to use third-party sensors with Ava Aware Cloud, the open data platform for building and facilities intelligence. By merging video security with sensor technology, organizations can unlock the enhanced situational awareness of security along with facility management, staff well-being, and productivity.  Open Ava Aware data platform Siloed unconnected systems are a big challenge for organizations seeking greater insights and better building security....

Security Industry Association Appoints Edison Shen As The New Director Of Standards And Technology

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Edison Shen as its new Director of Standards and Technology. In this role, Edison Shen, who previously served as a Program Manager in the Building Infrastructure and Transportation Systems Divisions, at the National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA), will manage and administer SIA’s standards and technical program activities, and coordinate with other standards organizations that impact the SIA standards program of...

Amthal Celebrates 21st Anniversary

Amthal is celebrating its landmark 21st anniversary, and growth from a two-man residential security company to a 50 strong team, integrated fire, and security specialist. Launched in 2000, by close friends John Allam and Paul Rosenthal, Amthal now has over 50 members in the team and operates on a Europe-wide basis providing installation maintenance and monitoring services across all commercial, residential and public sectors. In 2008, Jamie Allam joined the management team to become Commercial...

Zenitel Launches Next Generation IP Speakers Series

Zenitel, a provider of intelligent critical communication solutions announce the launch of five, Next-Generation, IP Speakers that provide intelligent two-way communications and allow users to hear, be heard, and be understood in any situation. “IP speakers as an important part of public address systems are essential for mitigating security and safety challenges, especially in demanding environments,” says Lars Paulsson, EVP for Safety and Security at Zenitel. “We are excited...

SABRE Module Is First Mobile And Management Upgrade For HID MultiCLASS® Readers To Be OSDP Verified

Safetrust, a pioneer in secure credential solutions announced that the Safetrust SABRE Module™ has been Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) verified by the Security Industry Association (SIA), an approved global standard by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). OSDP is an access control communications standard to improve interoperability among access control and security products. SIA OSDP Verified™ is a comprehensive testing program that v...

Optilan Opens New State-Of-The-Art UK Headquarters

Optilan, a communications and security systems integrator announces that it has secured two new facilities in Warwickshire in the UK. The Company has leased a new manufacturing and storage facility and a separate UK-based office headquarters (HQ). These new facilities represent several key investments Optilan is currently making to support its future growth aspirations including the recently rolled out Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP). Innovation and commitment Warwickshire is recogn...

3xLOGIC Announces A Series Of Webinar Sessions, ‘Solutions Discovery Days’, To Demonstrate Video Systems' Efficiencies For Security

3xLOGIC has announced a series of practical ‘Solutions Discovery Days’ webinar sessions that will show installers and end-users, how to save money, gain efficiency, and be more productive. 'Solutions Discovery Days' webinar The online ‘Solutions Discovery Days’ webinar sessions are being held on the 11th, 18th, and 25th November 2021 and will provide practical guidance on how greater value can be extracted from video management systems. The first session will demonstra...

Rocío Cano Gullón Joins Ajax Systems As A Country Manager For The Iberia Region

Rocío Cano Gullón joins the team of Ajax Systems, the manufacturer of the most awarded wireless security systems in Europe, as a Country manager to strengthen the company’s position in Spain and Portugal. Rocío Cano Gullón is a true security systems sales professional. Video surveillance equipment experience  In the past 3 years, she worked as a Regional Sales Director with a global manufacturer of video surveillance equipment. Rocío has over 20 ye...

STANLEY Security Partners With Nexkey To Expand Access Control Portfolio

STANLEY Security, a global provider of integrated security, health, and safety solutions announced its investment In Nexkey, Inc., an innovator in mobile-first, cloud-based access control solutions. This investment backed by STANLEY Ventures, the venture capital arm of Stanley Black & Decker is the start of a strategic partnership between the two companies.   “We are committed to building safer, healthier, and more efficient environments, to help the world progress," said ST...

IDS Launches All-In-One Embedded Vision Platform With New Tools And Functions

At IDS, image processing with artificial intelligence does not just mean that AI runs directly on cameras and users also have enormous design options through vision apps. Rather, with the IDS NXT ocean embedded vision platform, customers receive all the necessary, coordinated tools and workflows to realize their own AI vision applications without prior knowledge and to run them directly on the IDS NXT industrial cameras. Now follows the next free software update for the AI package. In addition...

Inner Range Showcases Access Control Software Products At International Security Expo

The International Security Expo at London’s Olympia will be a welcome opportunity for Inner Range to showcase its products and meet new and existing customers face-to-face. Director Tim Northwood blogs about his hopes for the event and rounds up what visitors can see. "I always enjoy demonstrating Inner Range security systems to would-be customers. Presentations and brochures are helpful but seeing our hardware and software in action is the best way for us to showcase the sophistication o...

Stealth Security Startup HiveWatch Secures $20M Series A Funding From Twitter’s Former CEO And COO

HiveWatch, a technology company reimagining how companies keep their people and assets safe, announced it has closed $20 million in additional growth funding. This investment is led by former Twitter CEO & COO, Dick Costolo and Adam Bain of 01A, with participation from Lachy Groom, Elad Gil, and Penny Jar Capital (a fund anchored by Stephen Curry), joining early insiders Crosscut Ventures, Freestyle Capital, and SaaS Ventures. This is the company’s second financing announcement since...

Sepura Launch SmartView, Combining Indoor And Outdoor Location Reporting

Sepura have added to its portfolio of powerful AppSPACE applications for mission-critical organizations with SmartView, a unique application that allows team leaders to get a real-time view of their team’s indoor or outdoor location. The application will provide a significant operational advantage to organizations operating complex sites such as airports, utility plants, and sports stadiums, as well as those working in public safety. Visualising outdoor locations The application uses GP...

STid SPECTRE Nano Reader Accelerates Parking Lot Access Control With Simultaneous Vehicle/driver ID

STid, a creator of the world’s most awarded access control reader, announced the release of its new SPECTRE nano reader, which is expected to set a new standard in perimeter access control and simplified visitor management. The multi-technology reader quickly recognizes employees, visitors, vendors, and their vehicles - simultaneously – for smooth, hands-free access control without compromising security. A great solution for facilities like car parks, industrial sites, campuses, an...

National Safety Council Presents Allegion With 2021 Robert W. Campbell Award

Allegion plc, a global provider of security products and solutions, has been honored as the winner of the National Safety Council’s prestigious 2021 Robert W. Campbell Award. The National Safety Council (NSC) is America’s foremost nonprofit safety advocate.  Allegion was formally honored during the opening session of the 2021 NSC Safety Congress & Expo in Orlando, Florida. Campbell Award winners are an elite group of organizations successfully integrating environmental, hea...