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This is the first time that SIA has signed such an agreement with a federal agency The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science & Technology Directorate. The memorandum outlines an information-sharing agreement between SIA and DHS that is intended to help both parties "benefit from cost savings, technology awareness and enhanced relationships." "DHS' commitment to providing st...

Microsoft’s three GSOCs monitor 700 sites for nearly 200,000 active personnel access accounts Microsoft Global Security, which is responsible for providing physical security at Microsoft Corporation, has joined the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) board of directors, signaling its support for the PSIA’s system-level approach to developing standards for the security industry. Microsoft’s three Global Security Operations Centers (GSOCs) monit...

Shayne Bates, CPP, and Ray Bernard, PSP, to join the speaker lineup for PSIA’s event at ASIS The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) is pleased to announce that noted security consultants Shayne Bates, CPP, and Ray Bernard, PSP, have joined the speaker lineup for our special event at ASIS on September 23 at 4:30 p.m. at the Hilton Chicago. Shayne will moderate and Ray will participate in a panel discussion about security user perspectives on physical/...

ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced the availability of the Release Candidate for Profile C, which enables interoperability between clients and devices of physical access control systems (PACS) and network-based video systems. This new Profile, which is available for review on the ONVIF website, extends the functionality of the ONVIF global interface specification into physical access control. With Profile C, systems integrator...

The seminar will take place at CHOC Children’s Hospital, Wade Educational Center, 1201 W. La Veta Ave, Orange, CA AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar, Making the Case: Preventing Violence in the Healthcare Industry, on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The seminar will take place at CHOC Children’s Hospital –...

Ingersoll’s session is geared toward credentialed or aspiring FMP, CFP and Sustainability Facility Professionals (SFP) During the International Facility Management Association’s (IFMA) World Workplace 2013 at Philadelphia’s Conference and Expo October 2-4,  Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies’ Monte Salway and Kelly O’Connor will discuss “Balancing Physical Security and Productivity,” at 9:15 a.m. on Friday, October 3. The sessio...

 AlliedBarton will receive the award for its contributions to the ESGR on both the state and national levels AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is honored to be awarded with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Seven Seals Award in New Jersey and Missouri for their continued support of the ESGR. The Seven Seals Award is the broadest and most inclusive award given by the ESGR, as it is awarded to...

CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has completed its integration of IPSecurityCenter PSIM with FFT CAMS (Central Alarms Monitoring System) as part of the security program for a major US refinery. Future Fibre Technologies (FFT) is a world leader in fiber optic perimeter security and perimeter intrusion detection for the Airport, Government, Military, Defense, Oil and Gas industries, as well as to a broad range...

Bernice Noriz will primarily focus on Identive Group’s Access Control & Security division Identive Group, Inc., a provider of solutions and services for the identification, security and RFID industries, recently announced that physical access industry veteran Bernice Noriz has joined Identive as Director of Sales, North America for the Company’s Access Control & Security division. Ms. Noriz will be responsible for dealer/partner management and for helping t...

The RFQ includes the release of an updated version of the ONVIF Device Test Tool ONVIF, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently that it has issued a public Request for Quotations to update the existing Test Specification and Test Tool for the group’s global standard for the interface of IP-based physical security products. The ONVIF Device Test Tool is used by the members of ONVIF to test...

CNL and Condortech will work together to promote PSIM projects in the US and with a particular focus in Latin America CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Condortech Services, Inc., a market leader in the design and implementation of integrated security systems across the US and LATAM. Condortech Services, Inc. (CTS) has over 30 years of experience in designing and building...

Gartner’s “Cool Vendor” research recognizes smaller, emerging companies that are interesting and unique Once a year Gartner, Inc., the world's leading information technology research and advisory company, identifies “Cool Vendors”, companies who are “transforming the way businesses operate and consumers engage with technology”. Quantum Secure, a leading provider of enterprise-grade Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) solutio...

Kirk will oversee marketing activities and strategically plan for new growth opportunities Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a reputation built on service and long-term customer relationships, has appointed Kirk Newell to the newly created role of Demand Generation Manager. In this capacity, Newell will oversee outbound and inbound marketing activities, and strategically plan for new growth opportunities to better support the sales team...

More than 50 military service men and women attended the job fair at Joint Base San Antonio - Fort Sam Houston AlliedBarton Security Services welcomed military veterans, reservists, their family members and caregivers to a hiring event at Warfighter & Family Readiness, FSH Army Community Service Office, in coordination with Hero 2 Hired, an ESGR & Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. More than 50 military service men and women attended the job fair at Joint Base San A...

The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, and HR Plus, a leading provider of comprehensive solutions for employment and background screening, will host a free workplace violence prevention seminar on Wednesday, July 24, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The seminar will take place at the U.S. Bank Plaza, 220 S. 6th Street, Mi...

The publication provides original, vendor-neutral analyses of security technologies from industry leaders The Security Industry Association has launched a new journal about security technology called SIA Technology Insights. The publication provides original, exclusive, vendor-neutral analyses of emerging security technologies from industry leaders. Produced with the end-user in mind, SIA Technology Insights is intended to help chief security officers, security directors and...

SIA Education@ISC delivers high quality, commercial-free information and insight into the most relevant new products The Security Industry Association (SIA), together with ISC Events, announced recently that the SIA Education@ISC team is seeking quality session proposals for ISC West 2014, which will be held in the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 1-3, 2014. The deadline to submit is Wednesday, July 10. SIA Education@ISC delivers high quality, commercial-...

In a first for the physical security industry, the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) announced the availability of its Access Control Profile and Intrusion Detection Profile as well as a tool for testing whether products conform to these Profiles.  These Profiles will enable manufacturers to easily and quickly adopt PSIA specifications by complying with a smaller subset of interoperability requirements. The testing tool gives integrators and end users total confidence that...

The alliance combines Stanley’s expertise in electronic security with USA’s premier manpower services Stanley Security Solutions (Stanley), a leading national security integrator, announces its strategic alliance with U.S. Security Associates (USA), a chief uniformed security services agency. The alliance combines Stanley’s expertise in electronic security and systems integration with USA’s premier manpower services to provide customers with a more comp...

Grandstream Networks, a worldwide manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, recently announced that business and residential users employing GXV IP Video Surveillance Cameras have new flexibility and convenience options for monitoring physical security at their office or at home. IP Cam Viewer, a mobile application for Android, Apple, and Blackberry devices, allows business owners or homeowners to use a smartphone or tablet to remotely monitor and record live fee...

VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently released the newest version of its PSIM software platform.  Version 7.0 enhances risk management capabilities and ease-of-use, allowing public and private organizations to improve overall response times, accuracy and organizational risk compliance.  The release features heightened 3D visualisation, advanced mobile application capabilities and detailed situation reports including video snap...

New members include Exacq, LG, Oncam, ImmerVision, Panasonic, Pelco and Sony Continuing its commitment to increase the interoperability of security technologies, Honeywell recently announced seven new members have joined the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance. Formed in 2010, the alliance is comprised of physical security and IT manufacturers committed to developing open and integrated security solutions for end users. New members of Honeywell Open Technology Alliance include...

PSIM enables Safe Cities and Education facilities to realize the full potential of their security investment CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will be exhibiting at ISC West Las Vegas April 10-12, 2013 - explaining how PSIM is enabling both Safe Cities and Education facilities to realize the full potential of their security investment by creating unified command centers and implementing joint response plans. Ensuring the...

IDV Solutions' new memebrs Bruce Gerbl and Philip Koken are veterans of the security industry IDV Solutions, maker of Visual Command Center and Visual Fusion software, recently announced the expansion of its sales and management teams with a series of new hires and promotions. Visual Command Center is physical security and risk visualization (PSRV) software that unites data from external sources, enterprise systems, and internal devices into a real-time, common operating pict...

Michael Chertoff is the former Secretary of Homeland Security and Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, was honored to present Michael Chertoff, former Secretary of Homeland Security and Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group, www.chertoffgroup.com, as the keynote speaker during an executive event in New York City on March 4, 2013. "Michae...

Mark Harper will discuss the challenges facing border control and immigration Mark Harper MP as Minister of State for Immigration will once again provide the keynote address for this year's World BORDERPOL Congress, to be held at Central Hall Westminster, London on the 3rd-4th December. Executive Director of BORDERPOL, Thomas Tass said, "Following the success of the inaugural event last year, BORDERPOL are pleased and delighted to once again welcome Minister Harper, whos...

G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes G4S Secure Solutions has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida. G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes...

Skowronski will focus on continuing to drive the momentum of the company's PIAM software Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and analytics across disparate physical security systems, has appointed John Skowronski as Vice President of Global Sales.   Skowronski brings a strong combination of experience, enthusiasm, domain knowledge and demonstrated record of achievement to Quantum Secure...

IP physical security systems require a powerful mix of infrastructure components, ranging from robust high-speed cabling and PoE/PoE+ power delivery, to IPv4 and IPv6 connections and high-capacity network equipment. A single flaw in any of these components will seriously compromise system availability, as well as the overall security of a facility and its occupants. For that reason, security integrators must assure that the IP systems they install keep working for customers 24/7/365. The Signal...

NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution NICE Systems recently announced that NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution as part of the 2012 Government Security News (GSN) Homeland Security Awards. The GSN Awards acknowledge the outstanding achievements of security vendors and government agencies at the federal, state and municipal levels. Denver Regional Transportation D...