Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) - News

Matrix Comsec, a globally renowned manufacturer and provider of telecom and security solutions, is participating in PACC 2022 event, to be held at Taj Resort & Convention Centre, in Goa, India, from 3rd to 6th March 2022. Matrix will be showcasing its video surveillance and people mobility management solutions at the show. Matrix proudly presents their Stalwart product, COSEC ARGO FACE - a culmination of modern technology that supports multiple contactless credentials, such as the face, sma...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared the results of its state of the industry report. Based on insights from over 2,000 physical security pioneers from around the world, the report looks at how the role of physical security continued to evolve in 2021 as organizations adapted to changing conditions. Physical security continues to evolve from being seen as a tool for mitigating risk, to playing a much more...

The continuing modernization of Middle East banking is directing to increased video upgrade opportunities for systems integrators, in the region’s finance sector and beyond, according to the latest market-focus eBook from IDIS. Investments in corporate infrastructure, including security, are being driven by several factors says IDIS, whose Korean-made end-to-end technology has already been used for a number of large-scale banking CCTV upgrades, as well as for smaller, specialist financial...

VIVOTEK, the world’s renowned IP surveillance and security solutions provider, has jointly announced its partnership with global software automation provider, Immix, in providing back-end solutions on the Immix Platform. This new integration offers Immix’s customers, access to VIVOTEK NVRs (network video recorders) and presents flexible and friendly operations on video and audio management solutions. VIVOTEK – Immix integration Immix is primarily focused on video integration...

In the ever-evolving business landscape, this national direct marketing firm recognized the importance of technology to not only stay in front of their customers but to continually optimize internally for their business as well. After many years working with the Ntirety team, the direct marketing firm knew they would get the insights and recommendations to keep the firm competitive and cost-effective. Runaway cloud costs The direct marketing firm quickly adapted and learned to harness technol...

2N, the globally renowned company in internet-enabled intercoms and access control systems, has updated the firmware of the 2N Indoor View, the company’s answering unit for high-end residential projects, to turn it both into a surveillance device and a control panel for complex home automation systems. The firmware upgrade is designed to meet the changing requirements of people living in luxury properties all over the world. 2N Indoor View firmware upgrade The residents of luxury buildi...

SAGE Integration, globally renowned security technology provider serving enterprise Fortune 100 clients, has announced the appointment of two new Senior Account Executives, in order to accommodate the security integrator’s continued rapid growth. Both new hires, Victoria Lepone and Anne Claghorn, will work from SAGE Integration’s Philadelphia office. Senior living housing, data centers expert Victoria Lepone specializes in multi-family and senior living housing, data centers and c...

Leonardo (Stand 04-B10) will attend the UMEX exhibition, which runs from the 21st to the 23rd of February in Abu Dhabi, to mark its third year of participation. Leonardo, the Italian-headquartered global defense and security company, is the only European firm able to provide complete unmanned solutions for civil and military customers, also insuring the security of the airspace. A member of leading unmanned programs such as the Eurodrone, Leonardo boasts a wide portfolio of technological s...

Heald, an innovator in the field of perimeter security technology and the largest manufacturer of quality security equipment in the UK has announced USA-based distributor, Concentric Security, as the winner of its annual Sales Excellence Award for the 2021 period. The annual award from Heald is presented to the company that sells the most Heald products throughout the year. Most iconic street Having won the accolade in 2020, Concentric Security has continued its growth success by increasing s...

Vicon Industries, Inc. (Vicon), a subsidiary of Cemtrex Inc., globally renowned designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware, and components, has recently announced the appointment of Darren Cawte as the company’s UK Sales Manager, serving the Southwest United Kingdom region. Darren Cawte has over six years of experience within the security sector, notably with some of the industry’s most prominent manufacturers and smart-home security compan...

Senstar, a world pioneer in video management, video analytics, and Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems (PIDS) announces the integration of its Senstar Symphony™ Common Operating Platform with the WinGuard open PSIM software from Advancis. The integration uses the Senstar Symphony SDK to bring live and recorded video along with video analytic alarms into WinGuard, where it can be displayed alongside physical security and other data. VMS and analytics mechanism “The integrated Win...

Alcatraz AI, the globally renowned company in physical security technologies, has announced that they will be showcasing their state-of-the-art, autonomous access control system, the Rock, at ISC West 2022 (Booth 21124). ISC West 2022 Alcatraz AI provides organisations with autonomous access control through AI-powered facial authentication that works in real-time, making spaces safer. The ISC West 2022 security conference will be taking place at the Venetian Expo, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA fro...

The solutions of Infinet Wireless, the global vendor of fixed wireless broadband connectivity systems, formed part of the backbone connectivity radio links in the Almaty Region in Kazakhstan, commissioned by ASTEL, the digital solutions, and telecommunications provider. The operator’s professionals chose Quanta 5 and Quanta 6, the stellar Infinet Wireless’ Point-to-Point solutions, for building the links between certain locations as an alternative for the fiber-optic communication l...

Video wall technology installed by Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) is helping to protect a quarter of a million people in Rhondda Cynon Taf as part of a new Emergency Control Centre. The center is to be used in the event of major incidents which affect the County Borough and the safety of its residents, and is designed to allow the Council to manage situations at a ‘Strategic Level.’ The RCT Emergency Control Centre consists of one main room to encompass incident managers (including...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, has added smart search capability and a Network Video Recorder plugin to its VIGIL CLOUD mobile app. Through its intuitive interface, the mobile app makes tasks like viewing video, case management, and viewing and reacting to notifications available using common gestures and movements common within many other mobile applications. With the mobile app, users can easily access VIGIL CLOUD from anywhere, at any time, on their...

Following the acquisition of Nortek Control in October 2021, Nice, a global manufacturer of smart home and building automation solutions, announces plans to form a single entity in North America by consolidating all its essential operations under Nice. Nortek Control will complete a transition to the Nice brand within the year 2022. 2GIG®, ELAN®, Linear®, Mighty Mule®, SpeakerCraft®, Proficient®, Furman®, Panamax®, Gefen®, Numera®, Intellivision®, Abo...

A powerful new suite of programmable eCLIQ keys provide more robust, longer-lasting performance. An IP67 rating against water and dust guarantees new eCLIQ Basic, eCLIQ Professional and eCLIQ Connect keys from ASSA ABLOY can handle any weather conditions. Durability is ensured with up to a 10-year lifetime warranty from a single, standard battery for the Basic and Professional keys. All three new keys are compatible with new and existing eCLIQ wireless access control systems, and can be used al...

Portico's journey with the Heartbeat App began in 2020 when the company wanted everyone to feel connected during the pandemic. Since then, the company has evolved the purpose of Heartbeat to become a community where everyone’s voice can be heard. Version 1 of Heartbeat was fantastic. In 2021 the company won the UK Employee Experience Awards for ‘Best use of Technologies’ with its amazing communication initiatives. The recognition Heartbeat received was mind-blowing. But, the c...

The company took part in the annual EU Industry Days (8-11 February) – Europe’s most significant annual industrial event – contributing to debates on digitization and ecological transition, with a focus on training and the promotion of sustainable management culture. The path towards a green and digital transition is at the heart of Leonardo's growth strategy; part of a consolidated and innovative drive to the Twin Transition that is seeing the entire European aerospace and de...

Security attacks are getting more sophisticated now than ever before. Whether it’s state-sponsored espionage or organized cybercrime, most businesses are struggling to defend themselves against evolving threats. According to a Ponemon Institute report, the odds of experiencing a security breach within two years have increased to around 30% in 2019, up from 22.6% in 2014. To protect the brand and bottom line, enterprises must stay one step ahead of malicious personnel. An advanced security...

ExtraHop, the pioneer in cloud-native network detection and response, announces that Patrick Dennis has been named the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Dennis’ appointment follows outgoing CEO Arif Kareem’s decision to retire. Dennis will work alongside the ExtraHop executive leadership team to increase the company’s current momentum and accelerate its mission to stop advanced threats. Dennis’ appointment follows a record-setting year for ExtraHop. In 2021, the c...

How do you create a safe and liveable city, with increasing pressure from traffic to the city? ST&D Apeldoorn B.V. and Nedap Identification Systems offer a total solution for automating and regulating traffic flows to city centers. These two business partners have been working together for over 15 years, which has resulted in lots of proven installations in the Dutch market. Thanks to the combined knowledge and expertise, ST&D Apeldoorn B.V. and Nedap Identification Systems offer effect...

Recording systems innovator and specialist Eventide and the mission-critical communications (MCX) enabler Softil, jointly announce a partnership that will see the world’s first MCX recording and replay solution being developed by Eventide for use in public safety, government, air traffic control, utilities, oil & gas and security operations. Eventide will harness Softil’s BEEHD technology, a 3GPP MCX Release 16 standard-compliant cross-platform framework SDK, to develop the new...

Knightscope, Inc., a developer of advanced physical security technologies focused on enhancing U.S. security operations, announces a strategic partnership with Allied Universal®, a global security and facility services company with revenues at approximately $20 billion and more than 800,000 employees worldwide, to provide Autonomous Security Robots (ASRs) to the company’s U.S.-based customers to help deter crime, enhance situational awareness and improve security professional safety....

One of the UK’s fastest-growing installers of electronic security systems, Zicam Integrated Security Ltd, is part of a larger movement of business development based in the West Midlands region. The West Midlands has the fastest growing economy of any city region in the UK. The region is home to hundreds of globally competitive businesses, from JCB to Cadbury, providing a strong foundation for growth. The strength of the region is having a significant impact on smaller businesses with inno...

Singapore Airshow 2022 was officially opened today by Minister for Defense, Dr. Ng Eng Hen, and Minister for Transport and Minister-In-Charge of Trade Relations, Mr. S Iswaran, at the Changi Exhibition Centre, Singapore. Singapore Airshow 2022 The biennial event, Singapore Airshow 2022 is taking place from February 15 to February 18, 2022, at the Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, with more than 13,000 trade attendees and almost 600 participating companies, from more than 39 countries and...

Verkada, the provider of cloud-managed enterprise building security, announces a new integration with Schlage electronic locks from Allegion, a security products, and solutions provider, to expand access control deeper into buildings. By supporting integrations with Schlage AD and NDE and LE Series wireless locks, organizations can cost-effectively increase security and visibility over more interior doors. Wireless lock portfolio By integrating with the Schlage NDE and LE Series, organization...

Leonardo’s latest Cyber Threats Snapshot highlights the main malevolent actors (threat actors), cybercrime activities and vulnerabilities found between October and December 2021. The analysis was conducted by Leonardo’s Cyber Threat Intelligence experts, in support of the Global Security Operation Center (SOC). Among the most significant trends recorded in the last three months of 2021: Telecommunications companies high on the target list of threat actors. COVID-19 is used as t...

Matrix Comsec is pleased to announce the appointment of Anil Mehra as the Sr. Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. As part of the executive leadership and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, he will be responsible for all activities related to the marketing and sales functions. His extensive experience will be an integral asset to Matrix’s go-to-market strategy for the Security and Communication segment. “With more than 2.5 decades of experience in General Management,...

Yeastar, the provider of SME PBX system, welcomes Tango Nordik as a new Yeastar distributor in Canada. Tango Nordik is a provider of IP telephony solutions and with a wealth of experience. This partnership with Yeastar enables their capability of extending the reliability and flexibility of the best VoIP and Unified Communications solutions to their large customer base. With the expansion of the communications portfolio, Tango Nordik’s partners can now benefit from the on-premises and in-...