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“Every employer’s fundamental responsibility to their employees is to eliminate risks to health and safety, for every worker, including those who work alone,” advises Matt Smitheman, Senior Solutions Consultant, at Interface Security Systems, a managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises. Occupational risks As retailers continue to adapt their business models, many are...
From Wall Street to Main Street, business owners are starting to prepare and look toward the future as the pandemic turns endemic. Businesses across the United States are welcoming employees and visitors back into their restaurants, storefronts, and offices. But, a new challenge persists, staffing shortages. As many businesses struggle to hire, they also need to focus on how to retain and keep their current staff safe and healthy. So, what can be done? It’s more important than ever th...
SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc., the pioneer in enterprise identity security, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a software investment firm, in an all-cash transaction that values SailPoint at approximately $6.9 billion. Subject to the terms of the Agreement, SailPoint stockholders will receive $65.25 per share in cash, representing a premium of 48% to SailPoint’s 90-day volume-weighted average price (VWAP). Upon completion of t...
VIVOTEK, the IP surveillance solution provider, is proud to announce it will showcase its FE9192-H recessed fisheye network camera with Trend Micro IoT Security during ISC West 2022, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. from March 23-25 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, booth #22015. “The FE9192-H is a small camera with big functionality, featuring a detailed 12-Megapixel resolution sensor for superb image quality with a diameter of only 82mm,” explained David Liu, President of VIVO...
ADT believes data is the fuel-making smart home security systems safer, smarter, and more helpful for the customers. Data will unlock next-generation features such as ambient, or always-on, security, for example, and data already enables the smarts in thermostats that maintain comfortable temperatures while reducing unnecessary energy use when nobody is home. Private and secure data The ability to offer these types of services requires customers to trust ADT to keep their data private and secu...
3xLOGIC, Inc., a pioneer of integrated, intelligent security solutions announced its featured products for the upcoming RLPSA Conference, 10-13 April, held in Denver. “Of course, we’ll have the full line-up of solutions in our booth in Denver, however, we will be putting additional emphasis on two products that hit the sweet spot for the Retail Loss market,” Bill Hobbs, VP of Global Sales, 3xLOGIC. Products featured in the show 1) Varifocal Multi-Imager Surround Dome Camera...
In the critical environmental conditions of industrial and recycling plants or waste disposal sites, conventional fire detection technology often reaches its limits. IR cameras are increasingly being used there to detect thermal anomalies at an early stage. Yet, there are no ISO or EN standards for these products. Therefore VdS has published requirements and test methods for these applications. IR camera devices "In order to provide safe solutions also for these challenging areas, we have dev...
The festive period in the UK traditionally sees a significant rise in crime, with attention focused on construction sites during their extensive closedown, leaving high-value plant, equipment, fuel and materials as unattended, attractive targets. Vacant warehouses, retail units, and other commercial premises are also likely targets for organis...
The National Security Inspectorate (NSI), the UK’s UKAS accredited certification body for the security and fire safety sectors, and IFSEC International, Europe’s security event, are joining forces on 17 May to offer NSI approved companies exclusive ‘Boardroom Talks’ at IFSEC International taking place at ExCeL, London. Boardroom Talks agenda The ‘Boardroom Talks’ agenda has been curated specifically for senior leaders of NSI approved companies, covering two...
The Keyholding Company, the tech-enabled security services provider, has announced the relaunch of its emergency and temporary guarding service which gives guarding and facilities managers a “subs bench” of SIA-licenced guards they can call on as cover for holiday, sickness, vacancies, and unplanned absence. Designed to support both direct clients and clients serviced through channel partners, this renewed focus comes in response to the current nationwide shortage of trained s...
March Networks®, video surveillance and video-based business intelligence pioneer announces that its cloud-based Insight Monitoring and Resolution Service continues to experience rapid growth, with over 25,000 managed surveillance systems with an estimated 500,000 surveillance cameras. Insight provides March Networks customers with complete end-to-end support for their video surveillance systems with proactive remote health monitoring of all of their devices like recorders, cameras, an...
The next generation of the Nexkey Core is here. Meet Nexkey Core II. Nexkey Core II is a smart cylinder that transforms any type of mechanical lock, door, cabinet, or locker into a smart, cloud-connected device, able to be managed and unlocked via a smartphone. Back in 2019, the original Nexkey Core had won the best new product in wireless access control at ISC West, the largest show for physical security solutions, because of the uniqueness of it being one device making any type of mechanical...
BriefCam, a provider of innovative video analytics solutions, announces that it will be showcasing its comprehensive video analytics platform and flexible deployment architecture options in booth #13115 throughout ISC West, taking place March 22-25 in Las Vegas, NV. The latest version of BriefCam’s software reinforces the company’s commitment to enabling people, companies, and communities to unlock the value of video surveillance content, by delivering accurate, flexible, and compre...
Has the growth in working from home (WFH) outpaced the ability to keep a home office environment secure? Hybrid working combining WFH with on-site attendance grew steadily in the decade up to 2019. It is now here to stay: One-quarter of the workforce in Finland, for example, principally worked from home in 2020, according to one study. Security or privacy WFH However, many repurposed domestic spaces are not equipped with the security or privacy WFH requires. “In many organizations,...
Nice/Nortek Control is set to demonstrate new products and reveal new ways to integrate their brands and solutions and demonstrate new products at ISC West 2022, March 22-25, in Las Vegas, Nevada. This event will be the first where dealer and distributor partners will be able to see a majority of the Nice/Nortek Control brands like 2GIG® security systems, Linear® access control, HySecurity® gate products, Proficient® audio, ELAN® control systems, and Numera® health + wel...
At ISC West 2022, in booth #14079, Hanwha Techwin America, a global supplier of IP and analog video surveillance solutions, will unveil a new line of affordable cameras and NVRs. Designed for the most budget-conscious projects, the A-series line combines NDAA compliant devices in bullet and dome form factors with Hanwha Techwin’s renowned imaging technology. Designed for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMB), including retail, restaurants, and commercial applications, the Wisenet...
Insightful contributions on a range of key, topical issues facing the security systems and security services sectors were shared at the Thought Leadership Summit, held again at the Royal Lancaster London after a two-year break following the pandemic. Organized by the Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) in association with NSI, this popular annual event attracted a wide range of senior leaders from across the industry. 2022 conference program The 2022 conference program reflected a...
Motorola Solutions announced the new Openpath Pro Series Video Intercom Reader (Video Intercom Pro), an access control reader that combines high-quality video, audio, and enterprise call routing into an all-in-one sleek device with a mobile-friendly user experience. The Video Intercom Pro provides organizations with advanced security to help protect both tenants and visitors and offers security operators real-time visibility via video which enables a faster response to incidents. All-in-...
Exabeam, the pioneer in Next-gen SIEM and XDR announced the appointment of Richard Orange as Vice President EMEA. Orange joins Exabeam following a successful period of growth for the business in EMEA and underlines the company’s commitment to customers and partners in the region. Cybersecurity experience Orange is an experienced cybersecurity pioneer with a successful career in high-growth sales teams, including resellers, systems integrators, managed security service provider...
Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance launched Eagle Eye LPR (license plate recognition), which uses artificial intelligence (AI) in a true cloud-based system for high accuracy in all kinds of challenging conditions. Eagle Eye LPR operates on readily available security cameras making it affordable and practical for today’s business owners. Increased accuracy “We’re seeing increased demand for LPR/ANPR for security and business optimiza...
A college in Northern Ireland has benefitted from a donation of high-quality video surveillance equipment from Dahua Technology. Belfast Metropolitan College, one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK provides several fire and security systems courses. These include a Level 3 diploma in electronic fire and security systems, a four-year full-time apprenticeship programme that works with major providers in the security industry. Other courses include a foundation degree i...
Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, will unveil Streamvault Edge™ at ISC West (Genetec booth #13062). The Edge is an innovative new line of connected appliances that enables the easy transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure and marks the beginning of a new edge platform strategy for Genetec. Easy transition to hybrid infrastructure Ideally suited for multi-site operations s...
Azena is returning to ISC West in 2022 to showcase the world’s largest and fastest-growing open platform marketplace for smart cameras that provides flexible, innovative video analytics solutions for the dynamic business needs of systems integrators and end-users in a variety of vertical markets. The Azena Application Store offers more than 100 AI-enabled, ready-to-use analytic applications that can be downloaded onto smart cameras and flexibly combined for tailormade solutions....
With the wider industry facing component shortages and rising prices, i-PRO EMEA has introduced a new quick delivery service and confirmed that prices will remain unchanged for all i-PRO camera line-ups, underlining the company’s commitment to be the trusted next generation partner for the security industry. In response to customer demand for more flexibility in installation, the company has also added its first i-PRO branded black security camera models to its product portfolio. Quick D...
Networking for security systems is increasingly becoming more and more complex. As a provider of complete networking solutions designed for security applications, Vigitron is taking the additional steps of conducting engineering reviews of system-based sales orders and project registrations assuring the highest degree of reliability. Easy and reliable installation The goal is to assure the system solution is as complete and reliable as possible helping users to avoid any items that are not ove...
The new 2 MP compact 12x zoom PTZ dome camera from IDIS is the smallest in its class and comes packed with high performance features and smart functions, along with rapid installation assured. Featuring the same size and appearance as a typical fixed mini dome camera, the DC-S6261X-A delivers exceptional image capture, even in rapidly changing and dappled light conditions. This makes it ideal for real-time monitoring and recording, in a wide range of indoor applications, ranging from retail, ho...
ADT Inc., the most trusted brand in smart home and small business security held an investor day event and outlined its long-term strategy to grow the business and drive long-term shareholder value. Growth in security ADT’s President and Chief Executive Officer Jim DeVries said, “It’s a great time for ADT. After several years of progress reshaping our company, we are well-positioned to accelerate our growth. Our customer-focused strategy creates even more reasons for customers...
In 2022, Arteco has completely revised its offer to follow the trends of the digital transformation that has been underway for several years to provide users with a quick, accessible, and easy-to-use service. Due to the new cloud technologies and the infinite possibilities of integration via API and driven by the overt interest in artificial intelligence and data analysis, Arteco has decided to change the video management approach to keep up with the new users’ habits and their changing n...
Nutanix, a pioneer in hybrid multi-cloud computing announced the findings of the recently commissioned IDC CXO Survey, outlining that while companies are building better digital habits and systems, a shift is needed from digital culture to value realization. Digital transformation strategies Surveying leaders across EMEA, the IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Nutanix, From Digital Culture to Value Realization showed that 84% of IT leads in EMEA are under pressure to deliver on Digital Transformation...
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...
