The idea that disease and infection might be used as weapons is truly dreadful, but there is plenty of evidence showing that biological weapons have been around since ancient times. Bioterrorism, as it is dubbed, is nothing new, and although medicines have made the world a safer place against a myriad of old scourges both natural and manmade, it still remains all too easy today to uncork a nasty cloud of germs.
Security Products magazine, the only integrated product magazine reaching the entire security market, announced the winners of its 2012 New Product of the Year Award.
When traveling abroad it is important to remember certain safety tips to stay safe while in a foreign country. These tips from the U.S. State Department are helpful to keep in mind.
- By Tyler Thurston
- Aug 30, 2012
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will address attendees at the ASIS International 58th Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2012), the world's largest educational event and trade show dedicated to security, on Monday, September 10 at noon.
UT Dallas computer scientists are trying to stay one step ahead of cyber attackers by creating their own monster. Their monster can cloak itself as it steals and reconfigures information in a computer program.
American Science and Engineering, worldwide supplier of x-ray detection solutions, has received an $8.2 million order for Z Portal and Sentry Portal cargo and vehicle screening systems from a Latin American government agency to protect an international airport.
The Ottumwa Police Department in Iowa has worked to improve service and protect its town by implementing the Milestone XProtect video management software (VMS) and strategically mounted surveillance cameras. Since adding the software, crime rates have decreased with live events streatming to dispatchers.
All the action at the Republican National Convention won't exist within the confines of the Tampa Bay Times Forum when a record number of participants gather next week.
InformationWeek Reports, a service provider for peer-based IT Research and analysis, has released the results of its 2012 Alternative Application Delivery Survey. The survey polled nearly 500 IT pros.
When deciding to travel abroad, it is important to prepare yourself so that safety is your highest priority. The U.S. State Department offers some beneficial travel safety tips.
- By Tyler Thurston
- Aug 24, 2012
Comtrol Corporation, a manufacturer of industrial device communication products, has released the RocketLinx ES7106-VB industrial Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch.
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announced today that it has joined a national initiative developed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to raise awareness about cybersecurity.
Axis Communications has introduced the AXIS P3384-V/-VE Fixed Dome Network Cameras, which feature its two latest imaging technologies in the same camera for the first time: wide dynamic range (WDR) with ‘dynamic capture’ for environments with strong variations in light and Lightfinder technology to produce color video even in the lowest of light.
Arecont Vision megapixel cameras now provide a clear view of business operations at the 550,000-square-foot King Soopers Distribution Center located on the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) new low-cost device for dismantling dangerous pipe bombs may look like a tinkerer’s project, but that’s no accident.
When the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed the FIPS 201 standard, the government was using Wiegand wire, magnetic stripe, proximity or barcode credentials as part of their physical access control systems (PACS). Each of these technologies could be easily duplicated, making it virtually impossible to distinguish between a government-issued or forged credential.
- By Kim Rahfaldt
- Aug 21, 2012
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) has been awarded a prime contract by the U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic to provide security and engineering services in support of operational requirements of the U.S. Navy and various government activities.
Recognizing that small business owners need a highly secure, affordable way to manage wireless devices, AT&T has expanded its cloud-based Mobile Device Management (MDM) offering with solutions for small businesses with a robust list of features previously available only to larger enterprise customers.
Silent Knight by Honeywell has introduced a new aspiration sensing system to provide highly accurate, very early warning smoke detection.
Career Pavilion IT and security management practitioners attending ASIS 2012, September 10-13 in Philadelphia, can get the tools and advice to advance their careers at the ASIS and (ISC)² Career Pavilion located in the Grand Hall between the Convention Center and Downtown Marriott.
The National Weather Service offers these crucial safety tips for surviving severe weather.
Security principles have not changed much in the past 30 years, but the application of those principles is shifting daily. Addressing integrated security disciplines to ensure a cohesive and collaborative security solutions environment in any organization requires a number of coordinated things to happen efficiently.
- By Doug Powell
- Aug 16, 2012
Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, today announced that 26 16-foot Delta MP5000 mobile deployable vehicle crash barriers with be used by the Secret Service at both upcoming national political conventions.
HID Global, a provider of solutions for the delivery of secure identity, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of secure government identification technologies and issuance systems at the American Association of Motor Vehicles Administration International Conference and Exhibition in Charlotte, North Carolina, August 20 - 22.
Platinum Tools, provider of solutions for the preparation, installation and hand termination of wire and cable, is proud to announce that the new Coax Clarifier™ (p/n TCC200 / 220) layout/fault finder is now shipping.
The new Valley Forge Casino, which opened on March 31, 2012, has selected North American Video (NAV) to implement their video surveillance and security system. Casino management chose NAV based on their proposal and extensive experience in designing and building network-based systems for casinos.
InformationWeek Reports, a service provider for peer-based IT research and analysis, announced the release of its latest research report.
Gamewell-FCI by Honeywell (NYSE: HON) has developed a cost-effective kit for upgrading FCI 7200 Series fire alarm control panels to the latest, code-compliant technology of an E3 Series(r) fire alarm and emergency communications system.
In June 2012, the first class of U.S. Army soldiers completed mission operator training on the Raytheon Company JLENS elevated, persistent over-the-horizon sensor system.
During the last 10-15 years, the retail industry has experienced a transformation from traditional brick and mortar store to newer technology platforms such as e-commerce, powerful search engines and social media. As a result, brick and mortar retailers have had to re-visit their strategic priorities to focus on higher levels of customer experience, channel convergence plans and new marketing and merchandizing approaches. Alongside, price pressure and lower margins continue to require retailers to drive higher efficiencies in store operations through improved workforce management, product placement and store layouts.
- By Debjit Das
- Aug 14, 2012