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.
- By Robert Ackerman Jr.
- Aug 02, 2023
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.
- By Robert Wall
- Aug 01, 2023
The amount of talk, buzz, hype and promise over artificial intelligence (AI) is on the level usually associated with a recently launched product.
- By Aaron Saks
- Aug 01, 2023
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.
- By Mark McCormack
- Aug 01, 2023
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.
- By Brian Leary
- Aug 01, 2023
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.
- By Warren Hill
- Aug 01, 2023
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
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.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Aug 01, 2023
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.
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.
- By Ronnie Pennington
- Aug 01, 2023
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.
- By Danny Youngerman
- Aug 01, 2023
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
- By Hiroshi (Huey) Sekiguchi
- Aug 01, 2023
The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce the addition of program management professional Karen Monroe to its team.
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.
- By Derek Omnert
- Jul 31, 2023
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 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.
- By S. Guerry Bruner
- Jul 28, 2023
Verkada, a leader in enterprise building security and management, announced today Elizabeth Davies has joined as Chief Privacy Officer.
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
- By Kara Klein
- Jul 27, 2023
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.
- By Glen Kucera
- Jul 27, 2023
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.
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
- By Patrick Kelly
- Jul 24, 2023
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
- By Sean Foley
- Jul 21, 2023
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).
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.
- By Jake Stauch
- Jul 20, 2023
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.
- By Venkat Thummisi
- Jul 19, 2023
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, 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.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the 2023 SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, an initiative led by the SIA Women in Security Forum.
- By Kara Klein
- Jul 17, 2023
AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal CompanyⓇ, announces the hiring of Roland Fournier as vice president, Product Management. The Vice President, Product Management will serve as the Lead Product Officer of AMAG Technology and is responsible for the vision, development and strategy of all Symmetry™ products.
In today's digital landscape, organizations face a constant barrage of cyber threats that can compromise sensitive data, disrupt operations, and damage reputations.
- By Connie Moorhead
- Jul 17, 2023