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LenelS2 has partnered with SALTO Systems to integrate OnGuard®, their comprehensive and flexible security solution, with SALTO’s smart locking product portfolio for an enhanced physical access control security platform.  Powerful security solution "We are excited about the technology partnership between LenelS2 and SALTO," said Patrick Heylen, System Integrator Partner Program Global Manager, SALTO Systems. He adds, "This partnership combines the advanced security and smart acc...

IBM signed a contract with the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) to help strengthen the Alliance’s cybersecurity posture with improved security visibility and asset management across all NATO enterprise networks. Starting in January 2024, IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Services will be delivering a custom-made, performance-based Asset, Configuration, Patching, and Vulnerability (ACPV) Management Service to the Alliance. IBM’s global security IBM will build...

PlainID, the Authorization Company™, has announced its new dynamic security capabilities via the PlainID Authorizer for SQL databases. When combined with PlainID's current capabilities, the new features will enable externalization of central management and authorization, followed by dynamic, scalable distribution of enforcement for all users accessing SQL databases.  Authorization has traditionally been built into individual, homegrown applications. However, this method is neither sc...

Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. announced a joint simulation project to explore vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management called the “EV-Home Power Partnership,” designed to explore the potential of electric vehicle batteries to support optimal home energy management. The project will explore, test and quantify the customer benefits of pairing bi-directional EV charging with a Resideo smart thermostat to help customers potentially save money on monthly electric bills, reduce strai...

System Surveyor announced the successful completion of its SOC 2 Type 2 compliance, marking a significant achievement for the company whose intelligent, all-in-one platform sets the standard in the industry for easy and collaborative site surveys, physical security system design and management. Established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Service Organization Control (SOC) Type 2 report is a third-party audit that evaluates how effectively a cloud-based ser...

Nedap, a global pioneer in security solutions announced the launch of a SaaS access control system that brings convenience and security together in one solution.  Access AtWork® meets the needs of companies looking to replace their outdated on-premises systems with modern and easy-to-use software that provides better insights with less effort and smaller investment.  Managing physical access Complementary solutions in access control for organizations of all sizes: With 46 years...

Cyberbit, provider of the world's cybersecurity skills development and readiness platform, announced that it has been named a Pioneer in 'The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Skills and Training Platforms, Q4 2023'. Forrester evaluated nine vendors for their Current Offering, Strategy, and Market Presence, and Cyberbit achieved the highest score, above all other vendors, in the current offering and strategy categories. Evaluation criteria Forrester scored the vendors in 21 criteria for ev...

Intellian Technologies, a global provider of multi-constellation, feature-rich, future-proof satellite user terminals, and communications solutions, and Eutelsat OneWeb, the only GEO-LEO operator in satellite communications announced the launch of OW130L for Eutelsat OneWeb customers. OW130L The OW130L will offer a robust, reliable service on Eutelsat OneWeb’s network, while also being very tolerant of rain fade and ensuring delivery on the highest Service Level Agreements (SLA).  ...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and TXOne Networks Inc. announced that they have signed a long-term cooperation agreement covering technology development and marketing, aiming at expanding the operational-technology (OT) security businesses of both companies. Emergence of IoT and DX OT and industrial control systems in manufacturing sites are often operated in closed environments, with IT and OT systems separated from each other. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) an...

The organizing committee announced that the eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) will take place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), in Doha, Qatar. The event is already primed for major success, having received an overwhelmingly enthusiastic response from exhibitors and participants, both domestically and internationally. Maritime defense exhibition Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar, and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has partnered with Veracity, the manufacturer of IP video surveillance products, display solutions, and integrated security management software, to sponsor grassroots football in Scotland, by sponsoring an under 15s football team. As headline shirt sponsors for the 2023/2024 season, 360 Vision’s kit sponsorship will support Paisley Johnstone and District Youth Football League side, Castlemil...

Global technology provider Arrow Electronics introduced a series of significant updates to its cloud management platform ArrowSphere to help ease multi-cloud and hybrid cloud monitoring. The updates are focused on three key pillars of cloud business excellence: sustainability (GreenOps), cost optimization (FinOps), and security (SecOps). Cloud assessment & management “As the market dynamics shift to everything-as-a-service, Arrow is launching new cloud assessment and management...

Hikvision, a world-pioneering manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, is helping California-based firearm dealers to comply with the California law (SB-1384) that is effective January 1, 2024. Hikvision solutions combine the highest levels of performance and value to comply with the new requirements. From large storage capacity network video recorders (NVRs) with high capacity RAID backup recording to...

The longest night of 2023 is fast approaching, with Friday 22nd December marking the official start of winter. To maximize property security during the dark evenings, the experts at ADT have shared 5 of their best tips to help deter thieves. Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I comments, “Opportunistic thieves use darkness to their advantage, so it’s no surprise that the number of burglaries committed increases when the darker nights draw in. Our 2022 burglary report fou...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the organization for security professionals working in higher and further education around the world, is delighted to announce that it has awarded Trevor Jones, (former Chair of AUCSO) a Fellowship. Fellow at AUCSO Trevor was AUCSO’s Chair between 2018 and 2021, and Vice Chair between 2015 and 2018, and is currently Head of Security at the University of Salford.  He has bestowed the honor of being appointed a Fellow at...

Interface Systems, a pioneering managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, shared its predictions for security technology trends that will impact multi-location consumer-facing businesses in 2024. AI-based applications AI and automation will improve monitoring operations Addressing ever-changing business security threats will require new capabilities to rapidly analyze massive amounts of data from a variety of...

Elite Interactive Solutions (EIS), a pioneer in guard replacement services using proprietary intelligence and 100% verified police calls, announces it has promoted COO Michael Zatulov to President of the company. Since joining Elite in 2018, Zatulov has been integral to pioneering the business to double-digit year-over-year growth, substantial increases in recurring monthly revenue (RMR) and low single-digit customer attrition. Responsibilities of Michael Michael’s high-level thinking a...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced a new version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. With a shift toward a continuous delivery approach, this version marks a new era in the way customers can stay up to date with the platform's latest features and updates. Continuous delivery model "The fast-changing security landscape is driving a requirement for rapid innovation,&r...

The Security & Fire Excellence Awards took center stage on 4th December 2023 at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London, UK, with over 1000 people in attendance representing the UK private security sector.   Marking its 24th year, these well-respected Awards celebrate the very best people, projects, and processes the security and fire sectors have to offer.  New categories A significant number of NSI-approved companies from across the UK emerged as both winners...

Following a year of significant growth, Zerto, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company announced strong momentum in 2023 in the SEUR region. The company has been fueled during the past 18 months by aggressive hiring, the addition of two significant new regions, an influx of new partners, and a strategic expansion of its channel business.  New energy These successes have brought new energy to the company and continue to solidify its fast-growing reputation since its acquisition by HPE in 2...

ExCeL London, the capital’s largest event venue, has appointed Carlisle Support Services as its dedicated security partner to enhance the venue’s security operations further and improve the visitor experience. Carlisle Support Services will be working closely alongside the venue’s in-house security team to ensure the security of ExCeL’s 100-acre campus, as well as the safety of its four million annual visitors, event organizers, and exhibitors.  Supporting ExCeL&rs...

Zenitel, the global supplier of intelligent critical communication solutions, announced the hiring of a key relationship executive in its Americas Onshore Business Unit. Jalen James has been named Strategic Alliance Relationship Manager, reporting to Kelly Lake, Director of Global Strategic Alliances. Strategic alliances program The Zenitel strategic alliances program supports manufacturer partners who integrate Zenitel’s intelligent communication solutions into their business. James wi...

BAE Systems has partnered with Change Awards to help promote change management as a key discipline across all business areas and sectors, supporting career progression while recognizing its vital role in delivering successful organizational change. The security firm’s new collaboration will allow them to not only celebrate practice in this important area of business but will also provide them with access to industry events such as Change Talks, helping them to gain both recognition themse...

Businesses must prepare for a double-digit increase in climate change hazards that impact physical security in the next year and could threaten supply chains, people, and finances, according to G4S’s World Security Report. Almost two-fifths (38%) of companies surveyed expect it to impact their company in the next 12 months, an increase of 11% in 2022. The warning comes as the COP28 climate conference continues in the UAE.  Security-impacting hazard 1,775 Chief Security Officers (CS...

Global technology solutions provider Arrow Electronics, Inc. announced it has provided engineering support to enable Bharat Pi, an India-based tech startup to design and build enterprise-grade IoT development boards that deliver benefits of reliability, quality, and scalability to millions of smart and connected devices. Adoption of IIoT According to the IoT device management platform analysis by Future Market Insights, the demand in India is expected to increase at a compound annual growth...

Exabeam, a global pioneer in cybersecurity that delivers AI-driven security operations announced the successful completion of an Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) assessment at the Protected level for the Exabeam Security Operations Platform. Aligned with the standards set by the Australian Signals Directorate, this assessment highlights Exabeam's commitment to providing advanced AI-driven security operations solutions that meet high-security standards, benefiting both go...

Parker Group, a provider of integrated engineering services and technologies, will showcase the capabilities of its AV-over-IP capture, recording, and distribution platform, AVenue, combined with VuWall video wall control systems at the upcoming Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), held from Nov. 27 to Dec. 1, 2023, in Orlando, Florida. AVenue AV-over-IP platform At booth 465, Parker Group will demonstrate its AVenue AV-over-IP platform, highlighting i...

Under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of Egypt’s Arab Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Egypt is set to host the 3rd edition of Egypt Defense Expo (EDEX), taking place from 4 to 7 December 2023, at Egypt International Exhibition Center. The exhibition will showcase the latest military technology, equipment, and systems across land, sea, and air through more than 400 exhibitors from 46 countries.  Event attendees The event...

Mayflex, the distributor of Converged IP Solutions, has recently picked up an award to celebrate their achievement and partnership with Suprema.  SGPP Conference The awards were presented at the Suprema Global Partner Program SGPP Conference held in Bali on 15th-17th November. Mayflex Sales Director, Ross McLetchie collected the award on behalf of Mayflex from Hanchul Kim the Chief Executive Officer for Suprema Inc. Reliable, customer-focused solutions Their extensive product rang...

Port Glasgow-based site security firm Safer Scotland has secured its first international partnership deal amid substantial business growth and rebranded as Safer Group. Founded in 2016 by Greenock entrepreneur Ryan Clark, the business specializes in protecting construction sites, infrastructure, and assets with its high-tech intruder detection system, known as Safer Pod. Safer Pod S1 intruder detection system The business has grown strongly since its inception roughly doubling in size every 1...