Perhaps the most exciting aspect of security’s convergence with information technology is the arrival of open standards. For far too long, security systems have been dominated by proprietary equipment. This constrained the scope of product choice and limited what users could achieve with their security systems. could achieve with their security systems.
- By John Honovich
- Jan 23, 2009
Intransa, a provider of physical security data management and video storage, and Convergint Technologies LLC, a North American systems integrator of electronic security, fire alarm, life safety and building automation systems, recently announced a new sales alliance.
ADI announced recently the next step in its global strategy to support customers and vendors around the world. As part of this strategy, ADI will a launch a new global identity initiative that brings together all its businesses across the globe under one unified brand.
Bosch Security Systems Inc. recently announced it trained nearly 4,000 customers in 2008 -- an increase of more than 40 percent compared with the number of people who participated in courses the previous year.
Continuing with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service, AMAG Technology recently announced the expansion of the Professional Services Department.
The Protection Bureau recently announced that The Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) has renewed the company’s Five Diamond Certification.
IQinVision recently announced a new program of educational and networking events for the IP security industry -- the IQsummit 2009 Series.
As of 2009, Milestone is extending the Channel Partner Program to four levels of expertise, performance and support: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.
Tacoma/Pierce County Crime Stoppers in Washington state named Sonitrol Pacific Tacoma its Company of the Year in recognition of the company’s commitment to crime prevention during a dinner ceremony December 28.
IndigoVision was recently honored at an event which recognizes excellence amongst Scotland’s business community. At the 19th Annual Scottish Council for Development & Industry Awards for Exports & Enterprise, IndigoVision was awarded the Royal Bank of Scotland Award for ‘Outstanding International Achievements’.
AES Corp. received confirmation recently that their AES-IntelliNet MultiNet long-range mesh alarm communications system foiled a jewel heist attempt in Hemet, Calif.
Andrews International, a full service provider of security and risk mitigation services, and Asvaco, a provider of professional vulnerability assessment software, have announced the formation of a strategic partnership to provide a comprehensive security and risk assessment service.
3VR Security Inc. recently announced a new integration between the company’s intelligent video management platform and intrusion and access control solutions from Digital Monitoring Products (DMP).
StarDot Technologies, a manufacturer of high-definition IP video cameras, is now integrated with Exacq Technologies Video Management System software, a digital video surveillance solution.
Cooper Industries recently announced the grand opening of the Cooper Technology Center in Houston. The facility features an auditorium, conference room and multiple training rooms designed to help facilitate industry-specific education and provide hands-on demonstration of the entire line of industrial products and solutions the company offers.
SCM Microsystems and Hirsch Electronics Corp. recently announced the companies have entered into a definitive agreement to merge.
Fire-Lite Alarms has released its 2009 fire alarm systems training schedule, composed of more than 50 sessions offered free throughout the United States.
Cooper Notification recently announced that ArCom Systems Inc., based in North Little Rock, Ark., has signed an agreement with Cooper Notification to be a Mass Notification System Channel Partner.
The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association recently announced GE Security will be the exclusive corporate sponsor of the 2009 Leadership Summit January 13-16 in Dallas/Fort Worth.
Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies recently announced that Tri-City Mechanical, a 512-employee design/build contractor in Chandler, Ariz., is using Schlage bright blue Web-enabled access control software and Schlage wireless access control locking systems to reduce false alarm calls at its 77,000 square foot facility.