When approaching new or existing customers, it's not uncommon to encounter resistance to IP surveillance, especially when discussing a choice between IP and traditional analog CCTV. The primary objections? Complexity and price. Yet countering them is often a simple matter of education. To start, educate the customer about the advantages of IP surveillance vs. analog CCTV.
K-12 IT directors are increasingly on point as they gain responsibility for physical security in addition to the network security that has always been their bailiwick.
When designing an IP Surveillance network, here are ten reasons it makes smart sense to "step up" from an unmanaged PoE switch to a Smart PoE switch.
The one-day, instructor-led course hits more than 40 N. American cities through 2013 to teach strategies, tips and best practices for selling IP video surveillance.
Upgrade to KeyWatcher Touch adds benefits of common user database and email/SMS notifications.
"FST21's technology is probably the most exciting that I've ever come into contact with. This is where access is going. This is the future." - Brian McLaughlin, Integrator, The SecureCom Group, Ltd.
I found out some interesting Apple iPhone news this morning about the iPhone 5S fingerprint scanner! Not only is the iPhone 5S supposed to debut on September 10, but seems that Apple is going to make the iPhone 5S’s home button from scratch-proof sapphire crystal, so it can double as a fingerprint sensor.
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 12, 2013
Phased approach transitions more than 12 individual sites onto C•CURE 9000, victor VMS across hospital’s central network.
60mm inert mortar round found in passenger’s checked bag.
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 12, 2013
Organizations worldwide face a dangerous shortage of cyber warriors who possess the skills required to defend against cyber terrorism. A pragmatic and sustainable new approach is urgently needed to prepare cyber warriors to defend critical infrastructures.
Affordable option for end users and integrators unhappy with their current IP-based video surveillance system or concerned about the increasing costs of adding camera licenses and maintenance fees.
Precise Biometrics released new product pricing for its mobile device authentication solutions to continue to serve customers.
A provider of innovative authentication solutions expands its technological footprint and product utility with the launch of its latest solution offering.
How to manage and evaluate cost-effective solutions through the storage model for hosted video surveillance solutions.
The Summerland tragedy changed building regulations across the country because poor design and inappropriate building materials allowed a minor fire to become a major conflagration. The lessons learned had influence across many international jurisdictions.
- By Jimmy Chiu
- Aug 07, 2013
Network video surveillance gear sales to surpass analog next year.
Video portfolios of exercises in clinical and communication skills are evaluated.
This article discusses the transforming of the city of Bogota and Medellin by utilizing the importance of political leadership in security. (English summary on bottom of page 5 of article.)
- By Samuel Yecutieli
- Aug 06, 2013
$5.7 Million will be used to finance growth and product development.
Students may have to submit to a background check before being permitted to live on campus.
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 05, 2013
Protecting pieces of history with a video surveillance solution based on machine-to-machine (M2M) communications.
- By Markus Breitbach
- Aug 02, 2013
It's time to recharge your iPhone battery, but before you plug in make sure it’s not a “Mactan!”
- By Ginger Hill
- Aug 01, 2013
After dealing with proprietary systems that did not “play well” with each other, Mercy made the decision to replace them with non-proprietary, enterprise-level systems through Lenel.
- By Paul Baratta
- Aug 01, 2013
Some equipment vendors can be hesitant when financing their customers. However, vendor financing is a significant way to gain a strategic advantage over the competition.
- By Mark Scardigli
- Aug 01, 2013
Remote situational awareness provides operators, security personnel and first responders with decision making data to appropriately and effectively respond to perceived threats.
- By Justin Thompson
- Aug 01, 2013
Everyone loves a good story, especially if there is a bit of patriotism, some struggle and a sprinkle of romance. And, throw in a flight from communist dictatorship to America, it might mean tears to your eyes.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Aug 01, 2013
The Grundfos-Indianapolis manufacturing facility in Indiana, a plant that produces a broad selection of water pumping equipment, much of which results in small to large fire pump systems for commercial facilities, was in need of a fire alarm upgrade.
- By Brian Carlson
- Aug 01, 2013
An electronic security and fire alarm company can be a great business for many reasons, including the ability to be successful at a range of company sizes or the fact that barriers to entry can be fairly low.
- By Jim Wooster
- Aug 01, 2013
Joe from ABC Company has had the same security management system for 15 years in all of his buildings. He likes it; he knows it inside and out, and he can give training classes to his security guards on how to use it.
- By Kim Rahfaldt
- Aug 01, 2013
The success of ASAP didn’t happen overnight. In fact, there have been several efforts to help deal with alarm monitoring over the past 20 years.
- By Lindsay Page
- Aug 01, 2013