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The certification boosts mobile application productivity with Android for Work, simplifying secure access, policy enforcement and management Pulse Secure, the provider of secure access solutions has announced certification of Pulse Workspace, by Google as part of the Android for Work program. The latest Pulse Workspace version offers enhanced Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) capabilities designed specifically to help IT departments through a cloud-based console to set poli...

USPTO issued a 47-page written decision siding with MOBOTIX CORP Following a request from MOBOTIX CORP to review the validity of U.S. Patent No. 6,975,220, the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) ruled that the main claims of the patent are invalid and will be canceled. Back in 2013, the digital video surveillance patent had been asserted in lawsuits filed by Texas-based ComCam International Inc. against MOBOTIX CORP and several other companies. Inter Partes Reviews...

The ICS event will be the only opportunity for students to take the SEC562:CyberCity Hands-on Kinetic Cyber Range Exercise SANS Institute will be running a dedicated Industrial Control Systems (ICS) security summit and training event including the innovative SANS SEC562: CyberCity Hands-on Kinetic Cyber Range Exercise in London this September. Cybersecurity ICS London 2016 runs from 19th to 25th of September and kicks off with the ICS summit including presentations offering...

Lenel certification allows all types of physical identities to be provisioned into the OnGuard system Quantum Secure, part of HID Global, has received additional factory certifications from Lenel, the company announced recently. Now, Quantum Secure’s SAFE version 4.9 is certified by Lenel for use on OnGuard 7.1 (version 7.1.481) and OnGuard 7.2 (version 7.2.269). Quantum Secure is a participant in Lenel’s OpenAccess Alliance Program. “Quantum Secure has suc...

SDS' customized security program allows companies to utilize part-time security managers Strategic Design Services (SDS), an independent security consulting firm specializing in operational and physical security, has announced the launch of a new security service, the Virtual Security Manager program that offers a cost-effective way to add additional security management staff without spending a fortune on employee salaries.   Part-Time Security Managers This uniqu...

The Aqua Container Security Platform gives organizations total control over the security and compliance posture of software containers Aqua Security™ (formerly named Scalock) today announced the company’s formal launch and General Availability of the Aqua Container Security Platform, the industry’s most comprehensive solution for securing containerized environments. The Aqua Container Security Platform provides organizations with full control over the securit...

As a dedicated supporter of safety and security in healthcare facilities, STANLEY Security is expanding its support of IAHSS STANLEY Security, a leading global security company specializing in advanced integrated security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces that it is bolstering its association and partnership with the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS).  As a dedicated and fervent supporter of safety and security in hea...

Phaedrus adds security to their embedded product portfolio and strengthens Icon Labs’ worldwide presence Icon Labs, a leading provider of embedded networking and security technology, today announced that it has selected Phaedrus Systems, the leading specialist in the support of engineers at all stages of embedded safety-critical and high-integrity projects in the United Kingdom, to be the exclusive reseller of Icon Lab’s award winning Floodgate Security Framework....

The Use Case WG will act as additional ‘ear to the industry’, and help ONVIF to gather input on what is happening in market ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, announced recently the formation of the ONVIF Use Case Working Group (WG), a new working group charged with developing real-world use cases in response to current market demand. These use cases will be used as input for ONVIF specifications, the...

Genesis Agency will deliver extensive coverage of OnSSI within Canada’s security, IT and datacom industries OnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, has appointed Genesis Agency Incorporated to join its growing manufacturer representative network. Led by experienced industry professionals “Working with Genesis Agency Incorporated expands our reach and sales potential across all of Canada,” said Ken LaM...

The new 4800 Series can accommodate up to 5 doors with ample flexibility for various input/output configurations Dortronics has expanded their line of Smart Interlock Controllers with today’s introduction of the new highly versatile and economical 4800 Series here at ISC West (booth #1037). The new 4800 Series can be user configured in the field to accommodate up to five doors with ample flexibility for various input/output configurations. User Configured Interlock...

Digital Watchdog (DW™), the industry leader in digital recorders, surveillance cameras and related management software, announces the release of DW Mobile Pro app for Apple® iOS. The new application is available for download on the Apple App Store. “Digital Watchdog is driven to provide customers with convenient remote access to their video surveillance systems,” said Mark Espenschied, Director of Marketing, Digital Watchdog. “Our unified app fulfills the vision to d...

The DW Site Viewer lets you view a Digital Watchdog surveillance system using an Apple TV Digital Watchdog (DW), the industry leader in digital recorders, surveillance cameras and related management software, has announced the release of a new app for Apple TV devices. The DW Site Viewer lets you view a Digital Watchdog surveillance system using an Apple TV. Our new DW Site Viewer will be demonstrated at the ISC West Security Industry Trade Show, April 6-8, 2016, in Las Vegas,...

Embedding sustainability within any organization requires a broad, strategic perspective. Scrutiny should include the physical infrastructure itself: According to the IEA, buildings consume around 30% of global energy. These considerations are already part of many architecture and design workflows. The demand for green building certifications, for example, is growing among decision-makers in the built environment space, according to a recent survey of 4,000 professionals.  Building life-c...

Symmetry GUEST enhances visitor experience while helping organizations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs AMAG Technology has released Symmetry™ GUEST, a new web-based visitor management system that speeds the flow of visitors while improving customer service. Symmetry GUEST enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organizations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs. Demonstrations of the software will be availabl...

Bromium will deliver zero-day protection and forensic threat analysis to businesses and governments worldwide Bromium®, Inc., the pioneer of threat isolation to prevent data breaches, and NTT Com Security, a global information security and risk management organization, recently announced a strategic global partnership to deliver Bromium’s complete endpoint protection solution to businesses and governments worldwide, delivering zero-day protection and forensic thr...

HID Global’s 2016 trends point to be a more mobile and connected user experience HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has identified security 2016 trends to watch based on its deep insights gained from top customers across numerous markets, along with pilots and deployments of the company’s latest solutions with forward-looking partners and end-user organizations worldwide. HID Global’s broad industry perspective has positioned th...

AMAG Technology is pleased to announce the release of Symmetry™ GUEST, a new web-based visitor management system that speeds the flow of visitors while improving customer service. Symmetry GUEST enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organizations enforce security policies and reduce costs. Symmetry GUEST operates on any tablet, smart phone or PC using any web browser. The mobility of GUEST is ideal for roving lobby ambassadors or self-service touch-screens to check-in visito...

Ms. Fenner has been in marketing positions within the professional security industry for almost 20 years The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced that Janet Fenner, Director of Marketing North America for Samsung Techwin America, has been appointed to the position of Chair, SIA Marketing Committee. With more than 600 member companies, SIA is the principal professional security industry association for advancing member interests. Background “Janet’s a...

Page worked closely with USMCOC President and CEO General Al Zapanta to secure AI’s membership The security company, Andrews International (AI), an affiliate of U.S. Security Associates (USA), announces it has joined the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce (USMCOC) as a Binational Member, the highest level of membership. In conjunction with the membership, Senior Vice President of Andrews International’s Consulting, Investigations, & International (CI&...

PLAI synchronises physical and logical identity management and access control The Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA) has released the test tool for its Physical Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification.  Reliable Implementation And Integration PLAI has provided an open and effective solution for dynamic identity management, allowing employee identities and roles defined or revoked in an authoritative logical identity system; these can automat...

HID will discuss critical ID program concerns for provisioning mobile driver licenses on smartphones at the eID conference HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, will be discussing critical ID program concerns for provisioning mobile driver licences onto citizens’ smartphones at the eID Conference (Sept 28 -29) in Washington D.C. The company will highlight important principles that will drive policy discussion and development so that thes...

The event also provides the setting for ASIS Canada to present awards and acknowledgements to Canadian members ASIS International Canada officially announced that this year's Canada Night will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at Café Tu Tu Tango Restaurant and Bar. Canada Night is an annual social event hosted by the ASIS Canada Night committee and supporting sponsors. This event attracts close to 1000 attendees each year, is open to all ASIS Canada and Int...

USA, a national security company with over 46,000 employees, introduced its Active Shooter Programs in 2013 U.S. Security Associates (USA) is helping clients and communities prepare for workplace violence and active shooter emergency situations. In response to a growing number of active shooter incidents, USA, a national security company with more than 46,000 employees, introduced its Active Shooter Programs in 2013. Recently, USA helped to coordinate and participated in commu...

Tavcom is ideally placed to provide IFSEC visitors with an objective overview of the important issues impacting on the electronic security world Tavcom has announced the confirmed line-up of speakers who will be sharing their knowledge and expertise at the Tavcom Training Theatre during this year’s IFSEC International exhibition. As in previous years, the diversity of the subject matter covered by the free to attend lectures in the Tavcom Training Theatre which is b...

Sir Ranulph Fiennes will touch on how the ability to perform under extreme pressure determines success Sir Ranulph Fiennes Bt OBE has recently been revealed as the second high-profile speaker confirmed for the Inspirational Speaker Series at this year’s Protection & Management Series; he will take to the stage on Wednesday 17th June at 2.30pm at ExCeL London. The World’s Greatest Living Explorer at Protection & Management 2015 Pushing the boundaries o...

Respondents also shared their outlook on which vertical market sectors would be the most robust in sales of products and services by the end of this year Confidence in the security marketplace among industry leaders dipped a little last month after rising throughout 2014, according to the February 2015 SIA Security Market Index. The SIA Security Market Index, drawn from an independent survey of members of the Security Industry Association (SIA), saw a slight decline to 73.6 a...

SIA will offer onsite computer-based testing for the CSPM® certification at ISC West The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently announced that it will offer the certification exam for the industry-leading Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM®) credential at ISC West in Room 405 of the Sands Expo and Convention Center on Wednesday, April 15. After producing an overflow testing event at least year's ISC West in Las Vegas, SIA heard the demand for more testing,...

In addition to demonstrating functionality of the PLAI specification, the company will cover business and security benefits Join PSIA for this unique session featuring a live demo of the capabilities of the Physical Security Interoperability Alliance's new Physical-Logical Access Interoperability (PLAI) specification at ISC West 2015. In addition to demonstrating current functionality of the PLAI specification, the company will cover business and security benefits such as:...

HID has also been recognized for successfully implementing sustainability guidelines in design, construction and operation HID Global®, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, recently announced it has completed the consolidation of its world headquarters and North American Operations Center. Showcase For Operational Quality And Sustainability The company has also achieved recognition by three organizations for successfully implementing some of the industry&rsqu...