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The document presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions Morse Watchmans, the leading supplier of key control and management systems, has published a whitepaper titled Best Practices Provide Best Value When Implementing Key Control and Asset Management Systems. The document, available on the Morse Watchmans website, presents useful information for deploying key control and asset management solutions, such as designing and customizin...

HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has made it significantly easier for large government agencies and organizations to provision identities across many different, unconnected access control systems located throughout geographically dispersed operations. The company’s pivCLASS MultiPACS software is designed to streamline and simplify the process of registering Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials into multiple, disparate physical a...

The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017 Following an audit by UL DQS Inc. (Underwriters Laboratory) Theia Technologies received ISO 9001:2008 certification to the ISO9001 standard. The registration was effective January 23, 2014 and is valid through January 22, 2017. The registration scope includes the design, manufacture and sales of optical lenses. According to Jeff Gohman, President of Theia Technologies, "Our successful reg...

Mission 500 will also be involved in a number of other initiatives at ISC West As part of its mission to support even more children in need, Mission 500 – having already met its original goal of sponsoring 500 children around the world – is continuing its efforts to assist children in crisis. This year the charity organization marks the 5th anniversary of the Security 5K/2K run/walk, a cornerstone of Mission 500’s fundraising efforts and a staple event at ISC...

These appointments ensure smooth transition and simplify the delivery of technology and services to customers Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, recently announced top-level leadership appointments for its Frontier business unit. Jeremy Krinitt assumes the role of General Manager of Frontier. In this role, he will lead all sales, and research and development efforts. Since joini...

Honeywell's First Alert Professional Dealer Program provides support in sales techniques Honeywell recently added Sonitrol Security Services, Inc. – a long-standing provider of life safety and security systems for homes and businesses in the Carolinas – to its First Alert Professional Dealer Program, one of the nation’s most exclusive security dealer networks. Sonitrol has locations serving Charlotte, N.C., and Greer, S.C. and serves high-end residential cust...

Honeywell's VISTA home security panels are now compatible with home automation systems from Savant Systems, LLC, giving installers more options for creating connected home solutions. In addition to enhanced security functions, combining VISTA with Savant's suite of Apple-based technologies allows installers - such as security dealers and custom electronics professionals - to increase the value of their sales by offering automation and multi-zone audio and video products. "Home automation is in...

Salient Systems Corporation, a leading provider of hybrid video management systems is pleased to announce the integration of CompleteView VMS with SureView Systems’ Immix platform, which organizes and manages unlimited monitoring activities into a single platform. Central stations can now leverage the flexibility and power of an enterprise level video management system for remote monitoring within Immix through a seamless integration that produces high quality live video, playback, search...

ASSA ABLOY Group brands Corbin Russwin, McKinney, Norton, Rixson, Rockwood, SARGENT and Yale are proud to announce the latest addition to their hardware finishes – a permanent Dark Oxidized Satin Bronze (10BE/613E). As rich and warm as the original oil rubbed 10B/613, this durable new finish will maintain its original color and not fade or wear over time. “For us, design and details go hand in hand, and creating a durable, cost effective, everlasting finish demonstrates our commitme...

AlliedBarton were named in the 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel with over 120 offices nationwide, has been named to Chief Executive magazine's 2014 Best Companies for Leaders within the private companies category. "This honor is reflective of our commitment to recognizing and cultivating leadership qualities in our employees," said Bill Whi...

SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating pro-industry policies and legislation WavestoreUSA, a provider of professional digital video and audio recording solutions for video surveillance applications, recently announced that it has joined the Security Industry Association (SIA), a nonprofit trade association representing manufacturers, service providers, and integrators of physical security products. SIA advances industry and members interests by advocating p...

Changes to legislation are significantly impacting the market for enterprise data storage in video surveillance globally Changes to legislation are significantly impacting the market for enterprise data storage in video surveillance globally. For example, in Germany the maximum retention time for video surveillance has been increased from 24 hours to 48 hours, this effectively doubles the maximum capacity requirement of video surveillance data storage systems. In the Andhr...

Dot Hill Systems Corp, a leading provider of SAN storage solutions, recently announced a suite of high-performance, ultra-density Ultra48 AssuredSAN storage arrays. Targeted at customers with throughput-intensive applications, the arrays use a patent pending enclosure developed by Dot Hill to maximize storage processing power in a minimal rack footprint. This ultra-density solution delivers twice the performance and twice the capacity per rack unit compared to traditional arrays while maintainin...

The expansion of the market represents the first of 10 key trends that will shape the video surveillance business in 2014 The worldwide market for video surveillance equipment is expected to expand by more than 12 percent this year, according to a new white paper from IHS Technology, entitled “Trends for 2014 - Video Surveillance Trends for the Year Ahead.” Revenue in 2014 is expected to rise to $15.9 billion, up from $14.1 billion in 2013, as presented in the...

The acquisition expands HID Global’s ability to provide most secure identity solutions around the world HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has acquired IdenTrust, Inc., a leading provider of solutions for globally interoperable digital identities that can authenticate, encrypt, and create electronic signatures for every type of transaction or activity where proof of identity is essential. The acquisition significantly expan...

AISG will provide gaming security expertise from its booth at the event American Integrated Security Group (AISG) will exhibit at the “biggest casino surveillance event of the year” this February at the World Game Protection Conference (WGPC) in Las Vegas. AISG will provide gaming security expertise from Booth #3M at the WGPC trade show, to be hosted this year by the M Resort Las Vegas from Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 24-26. WPGC is an annual international conference a...

Cain is responsible for all finance functions as the company expands its business Matrix Systems, an access control and security solutions provider with a 35-year reputation built on innovation and customer service, has named Kelly Cain as the company’s Chief Financial officer, effective immediately. Cain will serve as a core member of the Matrix Systems leadership team, responsible for all finance functions as the company expands its business in both emerging and establ...

3M will display its Cloud Library and SelfCheck Interface at ALA Midwinter Meeting and OLA Super Conference 3M Library Systems announces the Canadian launch of the 3M Cloud Library eBook Lending System. Highly anticipated, this expansion makes Canada the first country outside of the U.S. to gain access to the service. 3M Library Systems is discussing the upcoming expansion at the American Library Association Midwinter Meeting, January 24-28 in Philadelphia, Pa. Canada’s...

Karnes previously held executive and senior leadership roles at Yahoo!, WebEx, Virage, and Cinebase Software 3VR, the video intelligence company, recently announced that Jeff Karnes has been named Senior Vice President of Marketing and will spearhead the company’s retail analytics initiative. "Jeff joins 3VR at an important time," said Al Shipp, CEO of 3VR. "His impressive background in video technology and ability to work across a range of industries will be tremendous...

D3 Security, the award-winning incident reporting and case management software provider, recently announced the introduction of a comprehensive web-based software solution designed for IT forensics investigators. D3 IT Forensics Case Management manages the entire investigations process as it relates to mobile devices and computers: from the seizure and acquisition of data, to facilitating secure collaboration and analysis, and finally, analytical reporting. The solution provides case requestors...

Exacq Technologies is pleased to announce a new integration with Software House's C•Cure 9000 version 2.20 security and event management system. C•Cure 9000 is a powerful access control system that uses multiple CPU cores and 64-bit operating systems, making it one of the fastest and most secure industry solutions.  The integration of C•CURE 9000 and exacqVision VMS software provides an environment where video and access control events are combined into one powerful solution...

AlliedBarton increased its military hiring efforts by 12% in 2013 AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, hired more than 5,000 military veterans and reservists in 2013, fully supporting their Hire Our Heroes initiatives. To reach military hiring goals, AlliedBarton works closely with military organizations such as the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense agency established to develop...

Tri-Ed Pittsburgh is managed by industry veteran Tammy Kleinerman Tri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, continues to grow and expand its North American footprint and is pleased to announce the opening of its new branch in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Tri-Ed Pittsburgh is managed by industry veteran Tammy Kleinerman, who has worked in multiple facets of the security industry over the past 20 plus years. Tammy's experience spans central station, s...

Pelco announced that Mission 500 has been selected as its new flagship charity Mission 500 was featured at two important industry events during the final week of November 2013. At the Pelco by Schneider Electric World Vision Kisongo Experience tour on November 19, Mission 500 and World Vision, a humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice, pr...

Exacq Technologies’ new Enterprise System Manager (ESM) provides constant health monitoring of exacqVision enterprise recorders. Inspect the health of exacqVision recorders and attached cameras from ESM’s intuitive browser interface on any PC, tablet or smart phone. Receive e-mail notifications of critical problems. Quickly drill-down for details through ESM’s powerful visual interface. Schedule and push out software updates during non-peak hours to receive latest features with...

The Mission 500 CSR Award honors a security company that has made a significant contribution to those in need Mission 500, a non-profit initiative focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, is seeking applicants for both the 2014 Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award and Humanitarian Award. The Awards will be presented at a special cocktail reception on April 3rd, 2014 during ISC West in Las Veg...

It’s “eyes front” for Christie, a world leader in control room display technology, with the introduction of a new front access video wall cube product that enables seamless high performance rear projection video wall displays with minimal installation and maintenance space required. All the benefits of Christie’s latest and brightest Entero HB DLP LED-based technology display are available in a platform that allows video wall cubes to be positioned directly against a rear...

The PSIA is committed to providing integrators and security end users with specifications that deliver true interoperability. The recent upgrade of PSIA’s Area Control specification sets a high bar for vendors, which helps ensure plug-and-play compatibility among PSIA-compliant products. In December, the PSIA released Version 2.0 of the specification and made it open and publicly available to all industry manufacturers in addition to PSIA members. Area Control 2.0 incorporates PSIA’...

The PSIA specifications deliver a wide range of security solutions based on easily integrated tools and systems “The New Year is still young, and the PSIA already has a variety of projects under way that build on our many accomplishments in 2013. We're planning a Plugfest for products and systems based on our Area Control specification, version 2.0 of which was released late last year. Our Recording and Content Management (RaCM) specification is being enhanced with t...

D3 Security, the award-winning compliance reporting and incident management software provider, has developed an incident, operations and compliance management platform for gaming establishments. D3 Casino ICM delivers strengthened internal controls, powerful documentation ability and anti-money laundering compliance to a gaming industry hit hard by historic enforcements and extreme fines. Called D3 Casino ICM—for incident and compliance management—the D3 system offers an all-in-one...