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SDS Integrates with Hanwha Vision

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, is pleased to announce that they have integrated technologies with Hanwha Vision, a leader in next-generation vision solutions, to deliver improved safety when gun violence occurs.

Alula Extends Rep Firm Partnership Footprint Into Canada

Alula, a leader in smart security and system communications for professional installers, announces a partnership with PLG Manufacturers Representatives (PLG) to further expand its footprint across Canada.

How to Prevent Your Physical Security System from Becoming Your Biggest Cybersecurity Threat

One of the fastest growing threats to organizations is being breached through cyber vulnerabilities in their IoT devices, specifically physical security systems. The number of attacks reach a record of over 3 billion in 2022, and 2023 is likely to be bigger still.

Just Why Are So Many Cyber Breaches Due to Human Error?

Often mentioned but seldom probed in the media is the biggest reason behind cybersecurity breaches—employee error. Two facts about this stand out. One is just how overwhelming employee errors are. The other is that the fault lies largely in the lap of companies themselves, not their workers.

Leveraging Technology Over the Road

Transportation is an essential industry that enables goods and products to be transported efficiently and effectively across state and country lines. However, the transportation industry is not immune to security incidents.

The Continuing Evolution of AI

The amount of talk, buzz, hype and promise over artificial intelligence (AI) is on the level usually associated with a recently launched product.

Delivering Big Wins

Delivering Big Wins

If we have learned anything from the past few years, it is that “the unknown” is one of the biggest challenges for stadiums and public venues.

A Dose of AI

A Dose of AI

What is Artificial Intelligence? We’ve all heard the term, but what does it mean? For some it evokes imagery of a cinematic world’s end; for others, it is the Easy Button come to reality.



Pendants Thwart Panic

Pendants Thwart Panic

The unfortunate state-of-affairs surrounding safety and security throughout the country about hostile events has increased in all industries over the years. Security consultants and dealers are tasked with providing the most up-to-date and vital solutions in this ever-changing landscape.

K2 Security Screening Group Establishes Strategic Partnership with Liberty Defense Holdings

K2 Security Screening Group has reached a distribution agreement with Liberty Defense Holdings, Ltd, a leading technology provider of artificial intelligence-based next generation detection solutions for weapons and threats

Facial Pilot Program is Promising

Summer travel has been difficult at best. More like a trip to purgatory. TSA has grand designs to expand security measures by implementing a controversial facial recognition program over the next several years.

Gunnebo Styles Out Entrance Control at Headquarters with World First Installation

Gunnebo, a global provider of entrance control solutions, has become the first facility worldwide to install its state-of-the-art SpeedStile FLs MAX entrance control solution at its headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Nonprofit Protects LA Headquarters

The California Community Foundation (CCF) is a nonprofit provider of donor-advised funds, and effectively one of the 100 largest charitable organizations in the United States. Since its founding in 1991, CCF has made it their mission to lead positive change within Los Angeles communities.

Revolutionizing Perimeter Security

In an ever-evolving world, the need for robust and cost-efficient perimeter security measures has become paramount. Traditional methods often fall short of effectively safeguarding sensitive or large areas.

Beyond Security

Beyond Security

Advances in AI are happening quickly. That is one of the reasons it is so exciting for some and potentially alarming for others. By focusing on AI, or more precisely, the subsets of AI known as machine and deep learning

Monroe Joins The Monitoring Association Team

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce the addition of program management professional Karen Monroe to its team.

In the Spirit of Security

In the Spirit of Security

Not that long ago, the very idea of a house of worship tightly controlling its doors would have been unthinkable and the antithesis of the “All are Welcome” environment such places want to create. But as we are keenly aware, the world keeps changing. So do security needs.

Report: 67 Percent of Businesses Lack Confidence of Full Recovery After Cyber Attack

New research commissioned by Cohesity reveals the majority of businesses do not have the necessary cyber resilience strategies or data security capabilities required to address today’s escalating cyber threats and maintain business continuity. Furthermore, their cyber resilience efforts are not keeping pace with cyber threats, with data security and recovery technology deficiencies reducing cyber insurance eligibility and increasing the fallout of a successful attack.

The Nation’s Infrastructure

The last 12-18 months have shown us just how important our nation’s infrastructure is to our daily lives as well as our health and safety. However, the complexity of these systems and the risks they face may sometimes make us feel that properly securing them is an insurmountable feat.

Verkada Strengthens Commitment to Privacy, Appoints Elizabeth Davies as Chief Privacy Officer

Verkada, a leader in enterprise building security and management, announced today Elizabeth Davies has joined as Chief Privacy Officer.

SIA, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Establish Partnership to Benefit Corporate Security Students

The Security Industry Association has established a partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University that will offer SIA memberships to all Embry-Riddle students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in global security and intelligence studies

Not Your Typical Dog Next Door

Not Your Typical Dog Next Door

According to the National Retail Federation, nearly 60% of retail security executives report concerns with the rise in mass violence and active assailants over the last five years.

Cyber Threat Readiness Report Reveals Misalignment Between Execs, Security Analysts

Swimlane recently announced the release of the “2023 Cyber Threat Readiness Report” based on research conducted by Dimensional Research. The report reveals a lack of executive understanding and an ever-widening talent gap that is placing an unsustainable burden on security teams to prevent business-ending breaches.

The Intelligence Needed with Any System

The Intelligence Needed with Any System

Comprehensive security systems today typically include a series of IP network cameras. How can they not? For any security system (including access control, alarms and intrusion protection) to be efficient, it needs these “eyes in the sky.” Simply calling them “eyes” anymore though does not seem to encompass all possibilities

Guest on associate violence has become part of retail security and loss prevention

Addressing Unique Challenges

Retailers of all sizes continue to have unique challenges when it comes to security and loss prevention issues. The 2022 NRF Retail Security Survey revealed that retail shrink has become an almost $100 billion problem

PureTech PurifAI Patented and AI-Boosted Video Analytics Can Help Increase Reliability and Productivity for Central Monitoring Companies.

PureTech Systems Inc., a leading provider of advanced video analytics and perimeter intrusion detection solutions, is excited to announce its membership in The Monitoring Association (TMA).

5 Myths About Business Alarm Systems

5 Myths About Business Alarm Systems

While the road to finding the most effective business alarm system might seem steep, it helps to know the truth of these five common myths.

SaaS Applications Have a Mind of Their Own

Multi-cloud environments are common and popular because they simplify what used to be complicated workflows, and they help organizations stay connected in an efficient manner.

i-PRO Adopts Advanced Cybersecurity Standards Through Implementation of Secure Element and FIPS

With the ever increasing rise in cybercrime, i-PRO Americas Inc., a global leader in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, is advocating for companies to install more cyber-resilient network security devices.

Verkada Recognizes ConvergeOne as its National Partner of the Year

Verkada, a leader in enterprise building security and management, recognized ConvergeOne as its National Partner of the Year for its expertise in implementing and integrating Verkada's solutions within diverse and complex environments.

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    Seventy percent of organizations have prioritized investment in SaaS security, establishing dedicated SaaS security teams, despite economic uncertainty and workforce reductions. This was a key finding in the fourth Annual SaaS Security Survey Report: 2025 CISO Plans and Priorities released today by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment. Read Now

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    From real-time surveillance and access control management to remote monitoring and communications, a new generation of mobile applications is empowering security personnel to protect people and places. Mobile applications for physical security systems are emerging as indispensable tools to enhance safety. They also offer many features that are reshaping how modern security professionals approach their work. Read Now

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