We have come a long way from the early days of fuzzy analog CCTV systems. During that time, we have had to migrate from analog to digital signals. When IP-based network cameras arrived, they opened a new world of quality and connectivity but also introduced plenty of challenges. Thankfully, network devices today have become smart enough to discover themselves and even self-configure to some degree. While some IT expertise is certainly required, things are much smoother these days. The biggest change is in how fast security cameras and supporting infrastructure are evolving.
- By Adam Lowenstein
- May 14, 2024
Axis Communications celebrated the grand opening of its latest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Frisco, Texas on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. The new Dallas-area facility replaces the original Irving AEC location with a larger, state-of-the-art facility built to accommodate the need for a greater Axis presence in North Texas, and to better serve customers as the Axis product portfolio expands and its partner ecosystem grows. The space also offers additional meeting space, with plans to expand staffing in the future.
The physical security industry is experiencing a time of great transformation. Cloud connectivity is accelerating, and more organizations are choosing to blend on-premises and cloud-based solutions. This transformation is affecting all aspects of security, including access control. In the Genetec annual State of Physical Security Survey, it was access control that topped the list of new technologies end-users planned to focus on in 2024.
- By Kris Houle
- May 08, 2024
Video data storage in the cloud was a novel concept when Dean Drako founded Eagle Eye Networks back in 2012. While cloud was being used for almost all other business systems at that time, the physical security industry took a cautious and measured approach to cloud adoption.
- By Ken Francis
- May 06, 2024
Axis Communications, a provider network video surveillance, proudly introduces Axis Cloud Connect, an open cloud-based platform designed to provide customers with more secure, flexible and scalable security solutions.
Genetec, a provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, rencetly announced that its new enterprise-grade SaaS solution, Security Center SaaS, gives organizations the complete freedom to choose the door controllers, cameras, and devices that work best for their business.
As a testament to its Open-Platform approach, System Surveyor announced affiliate partnerships with three new manufacturers: Eagle Eye, Raytec and Avycon.
LenelS2, provider of advanced physical security systems, and Hanwha Vision, provider video surveillance, are proud to announce a new strategic partnership that establishes LenelS2 as a reseller of Hanwha Vision cameras in the Americas. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as end users will gain access to the entire Hanwha Vision IP camera portfolio through LenelS2’s authorized value-added resellers (VARs) alongside LenelS2’s product and services portfolio.
Mission 500, the charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of children and communities in crisis, proudly announces Nikki Nemarich as its newest board member, representing one of its esteemed sponsors, Axis Communications. Nikki’s extensive experience and dedication to the security industry make her an invaluable addition to Mission 500.
Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, delivered record-high net revenue of 1.69 billion DKK (approx. $244.9 million) in 2023, according to the newly released Annual Report.
Hanwha Vision is showcasing its growing ecosystem of cloud-based devices and apps designed to enable on-premise and remote surveillance capabilities, at ISC West 2024, Booth #14025, April 10-12 in Las Vegas. The company will also highlight the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) throughout its product lines.
3xLOGIC, a provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, has launched VIGIL NVR Case Management, a cloud storage solution designed for sensitive video clips. The standalone solution provides cloud storage capability to VIGIL NVRs, making it easier for operators to review, share, and store video clips in a single place.
The cloud is a fact of life across all IT applications—and security is no exception. While most software applications today have moved to the cloud, security is a bit different. There are significant technical and budgetary challenges, particularly as the increasing volume (and image quality) of security cameras in use results in an enormous amount of video data transferred and stored in the cloud.
- By Fredrik Nilsson
- Mar 18, 2024
Today it seems like the cloud is everywhere. In the security industry, cloud-based video and access control solutions are certainly big trends. But how, and why, did the journey toward cloud-based video begin? And where is it headed?
- By Martin Gren
- Mar 18, 2024
The status quo of physical security relies on gates, guards, and guns. These longtime traditional security measures are increasingly scrutinized in today’s rapidly evolving world as we transition to embracing AI, particularly in the realm of security camera surveillance.
- By Dmitry Sokolowski
- Mar 15, 2024
Digital Watchdog (DW), provider of in digital recorders, surveillance cameras, system peripherals and related management software, announces the appointment of Patrick Kelly to the position of Senior Director of Strategy. He formerly held the position of Director of IP Product Sales for the company. In his new position, Kelly will take an active role in designing and executing the company's marketing and sales strategies in the United States and Canada.
At ISC West 2024 on booth # 10037, i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a provider professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will showcase its newly released X Series camera line for the first time. Using AI onsite learning, the new X Series line enables users or integrators to teach the camera about specific objects they want to monitor. The revolutionary new camera line can also turn existing non-AI network cameras into AI smart devices.
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the leading security associations for the security industry – have released ”Complexities in the Global Security Market: 2024 Through 2026”, a new research report that provides insights into the equipment, technologies, and employment of the global security industry, including regional market breakouts. SIA and ASIS partnered with global analytics and advisory firm Omdia to complete the research.
Genetec, a provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced Security Center SaaS. Built with cybersecurity and privacy at its core, the new offering is a massively scalable, open, and unified software as a service solution (SaaS). Combining access control, video management, forensic search, intrusion monitoring, automation, and many other advanced security capabilities, Security Center SaaS ushers in a new chapter in the technology evolution of the physical security industry.
Axis Communications announces the support for the IEEE 802.1AE MACsec security standard in the latest release of the Axis operating system, AXIS OS 11.8, for more than 200 network devices, including cameras, intercoms, and audio speakers.