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Gary Shapiro to Transform Security Professionals into Ninja Innovators

Gary Shapiro to Transform Security Professionals into Ninja Innovators

During the luncheon, Shapiro will share insights and anecdotes about today's most successful businesspeople embracing the same qualities that defined historical and mythical ninja clans. Shapiro coined a term for these businesspeople – "ninja innovators."

Frost and Sullivan Finds US Airport Perimeter Security Market in Decline

Frost and Sullivan Finds US Airport Perimeter Security Market in Decline

New airport construction has reached capacity and perimeter security is being limited to partial fence upgrades and security enhancements.

New Office Building in East Yorkshire Chooses ievo Biometric Readers with Lumidigm Advantage

New Office Building in East Yorkshire Chooses ievo Biometric Readers with Lumidigm Advantage

The £4.5m (US$6.7 million) Allam Marine office building, within East Yorkshire, has chosen ievo biometric fingerprint readers that leverage Lumidigm multispectral imaging sensors to control the building’s access.

Security Cameras Aid Garland Police to Catch Thieves

Security Cameras Aid Garland Police to Catch Thieves

A Garland, Texas trucking company, that has lost thousands due to gas thieves, decides to give technology a try to put an end to their losses.

Honeywell Welcomes The Alarm Company Inc as the First Alert Professional Dealer

Honeywell Welcomes The Alarm Company Inc as the First Alert Professional Dealer

The Alarm Company, Inc., of Madison, Miss., provides a variety of security and low-voltage system solutions to residences throughout the region.

Next Level Security Systems Honored at the 9th Annual Global Excellence Awards

Next Level Security Systems Honored at the 9th Annual Global Excellence Awards

A respected guide bestowed silver-level honor on NLSS Cloud Services.

Fourth Amendment Rights Violated? You Decide.

Fourth Amendment Rights Violated? You Decide.

Surveillance cameras at a Garland, Texas home captured police officers rummaging through duffle bags, searching a parked vehicle and breaking a surveillance camera mount.

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Online Exclusive: Collaborative Solutions for the Modern Control Room

With growing requirements for real-time video, graphics and data feeds visually assembled onto a large shared display system, the security control room enables staff to monitor multiple streams of information simultaneously and thus make faster and more accurate mission-critical decisions.



Are Airports Really Ready for Knives When They Cant Keep People Off the Tarmac?

Are Airports Really Ready for Knives When They Cant Keep People Off the Tarmac?

Apparently, if flying with Delta, especially out of the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, passengers have an unspoken advantage of getting through several layers of security without being questioned or asked for identification.

Hot Prospects for Building Analytics in the Middle East and US

Hot Prospects for Building Analytics in the Middle East and US

A new report by IHS Inc. forecasted that the markets for building analytics used in the Middle East and U.S. will both see triple-digit growth over the next five years.

Samsung Builds Technology Choices for Red Hawk Fire and Security

Samsung Builds Technology Choices for Red Hawk Fire and Security

Security services provider offers Samsung IP-video, analog and hybrid systems as part of their product choices to deliver a more varied offering to its customers.

Father Knows Best When it Comes to School Security

Father Knows Best When it Comes to School Security

According to Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world," and dads across the United States are dedicating their time to ensure all students get the chance to safely learn how to change their world.

Wireless Infrastructure Gear Set to More than Double by 2016

Wireless Infrastructure Market Set to More than Double by 2016

The global market for wireless infrastructure gear used for video surveillance applications is set to more than double from 2011 to 2016, with a significant amount of growth driven by demand for low-cost systems in emerging economies.

Arecont Vision WDR Technology

Arecont Vision WDR Technology

The MegaDome 2, MegaBall and MegaVideo compact series of cameras delivers true WDR up to 100dB in resolutions of 1080p and 3-Megapixels.

Arecont Vision Now Shipping Camera with True Wide Dynamic Range

Arecont Vision Now Shipping Camera with True Wide Dynamic Range

The new SurroundVideo WDR 180°, 12-megapixel, panoramic camera balances light and dark areas in the same scene.

L 3 Security and Detection Systems eXaminer EDS Receives Certification

L 3 Security and Detection Systems eXaminer EDS Receives Certification

The eXaminer 3DX and 3DX-ES explosives detection systems have been certified by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Scott St Clair Named as Southeast Regional Sales Director

Scott St Clair Named as Southeast Regional Sales Director

With over 15 years of hands-on, loss prevention (LP) experience in the retail sector, St. Clair will oversee sales activities of USS LP solutions including electronic article surveillance (EAS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV) products, systems and service in the Southeastern United States.

TSA Will Allow Airline Passengers to Carry Small Knives on Planes

Passengers Will Be Able to Carry Small Knives on Planes

For the first time since the 9/11 terror attacks, airline passengers will be allowed to have small knives and some previously prohibited sports equipment as carry-on items.

David Williams Joins Vector Security as Sales Director

David Williams Joins Vector Security as Sales Director

New Director of North American Sales for Vector Security, David Williams brings a sense of strong leadership.

Top 5 Data Security Tips for eFiling Your Taxes

We are in the heart of tax season, and unfortunately, numerous tax scams are running rampant. Here are some tips to help ensure that your tax information is kept safe and out of the hands of potential scammers.

Wipro and Infoblox Partnership Extends Network Control to Global Organizations

Wipro and Infoblox Partnership Extends Network Control to Global Organizations

The increasing demands put on networks by mobile devices and bring-your-own-device programs, virtualization and private clouds, and the transition to IPv6 have created greater complexity and risk for IT teams to manage.

Security Net Annual Meeting Marked 20th Anniversary

Security Net Annual Meeting Marked 20th Anniversary

Security-Net, a provider of security integration services, held its annual shareholders meeting in late January at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa in Newport Beach, Calif., marking the organization’s 20th anniversary.

DVTEL Safeguards Patients and Staff at Childrens Mercy Hospitals and Clinics

DVTEL Safeguards Patients and Staff at Childrens Mercy Hospitals and Clinics

IP video surveillance delivers unmatched image quality and usability to aid in protecting patients and staff.

GovSec is the Best Option For Free Government Security Training

GovSec is the Best Option For Free Government Security Training

GovSec has everything you need to keep up-to-date on the latest trends, improve your job skills and make budget-conscious, spending decisions.

Pivot3 Introduces HC-3 Healthcare Validated VDI

Pivot3 Introduces HC-3 Healthcare Validated VDI

HC-3 provides seamless interoperability for VMware Horizon View, Samsung, Teradici and Imprivata OneSign on Pivot3's vSTAC VDI appliances.

TREXPO Joins Forces with GovSec to Establish Event Showcasing and Tools for Law Enforcement

TREXPO Joins Forces with GovSec to Establish Event Showcasing and Tools for Law Enforcement

This year, TREXPO is joining forces with GovSec– the Government Security Conference and Expo – to bring together leaders in law enforcement, military, security and federal agencies in a single location.

Information Security Professionals Say Their Organization is a Target for Cyber Attacks

Information Security Professionals Say Their Organization is a Target for Cyber Attacks

According to Tim ‘TK’ Keanini, chief research officer for nCircle, the public perception of the country with the most-advanced, nation-state, cyber attack capabilities has clearly been shaped by recent media coverage.

University of Kentucky Deploys Unified Security Management Platform to Enhance Campus Security Platform to Enhance Campus Security

University of Kentucky Deploys Unified Security Management Platform to Enhance Campus Security

University selected NLSS Gateway to help take a proactive stance with security operations.

ESX Announces 2013 Keynote Speaker

ESX Announces 2013 Keynote Speaker

Roy Spence, marketing maven, to inspire and enlighten on the importance of what businesses stand for and about the purpose that drives us.

HID Global Broadens its Latin American Presence to Deliver Best in Class Security Identity Solutions

HID Global Broadens its Latin American Presence to Deliver Best in Class Security Identity Solutions

HID Global's dedication to building a stronger, Latin American presence reinforces the company's genuine commitment to customer satisfaction as well as to delivering a more comprehensive portfolio of secure identity solutions.

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    Over the years, and many trips to various cities, I have experienced some of the craziest memorable things. One thing I always count on when going to Orlando is a massive rainstorm after the tradeshow has concluded the first day. Count on it, it is going to rain Monday evening. Expect that it will be a gully washer. Read Now

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  • Elevate Your Business

    In today’s dynamic business environment, companies specializing in physical security are constantly evolving to remain competitive. One strategic shift these businesses can make to give them the advantage is a full or partial transition to a recurring revenue model, popularly called a subscription service. This approach will bring numerous benefits that not only enhance business stability but also improve customer relationships and drive innovation. Recurring monthly revenue (RMR) or recurring annual revenue (RAR) are two recurring cadence choices that work simply and effectively. Read Now

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New Products

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings. 3

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3

  • Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems V07

    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file. 3