On Mar. 1, Akron, Ohio’s police department became only the 30th across the United States to employ what is known as a verified response policy, which means that before police respond to an alarm, it must be verified that there is, indeed, a crime being committed.
- By Vicki Contavespi
- Jul 01, 2015
You have to wonder what is happening on school campuses these days. Why some students act the way they do; why some turn to violence.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jul 01, 2015
Located in the heart of Albany, N.Y.’s capital city, The College of Saint Rose offers 4,500 students a rigorous educational experience that extends their learning beyond the campus to the vibrant urban environment in which they live.
- By Mitchell Kane
- Jul 01, 2015
The advantages of video surveillance are well known, but at times, the full value is realized only after a system is installed.
- By Francois Wolf
- Jul 01, 2015
It is only natural that we respond to horrific situations with a renewed emphasis on security.
- By Mark Berger
- Jul 01, 2015
With one recent study projecting the mass notification market to be worth more than $6.4 billion by 2018, it is obvious that more and more institutions are turning toward a layered approach to deliver emergency alerts.
- By Michael Zuidema
- Jul 01, 2015
Sycamore School District in Illinois is comprised of seven schools ranging from elementary to secondary schools.
- By Kreg Wesley
- Jul 01, 2015
When some children drop out of school, that is all of the formal education they may ever receive.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jul 01, 2015
For a couple of years now, I’ve traveled to several locations to interview and write the cover story for our Dealer Strategies. It is always an honor to be able to sit with the CEO or designated spokesperson, and learn about that company’s business model.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jul 01, 2015
In the security world, it’s often what you don’t see that can hurt you the most.
- By Anthony Incorvati
- Jul 01, 2015
The concept of Open Architecture Access Control is taking on a lot of traction.
- By Peter Berg
- Jul 01, 2015
Thirty years ago, Lucy Rivero entered the security industry. She worked as an administrative assistant at a security company, and then worked her way into sales.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Jul 01, 2015
Tips to help you, your family and friends stay safe and alert while enjoying firework displays.
- By Ginger Hill
- Jun 30, 2015
The researcher known as Mudge plans to start a non-profit devoted to software security.
- By Matt Holden
- Jun 30, 2015
Samsung creates prototype Smart Truck with wireless camera installed on front of truck and connected to video displays mounted on the back.
- By Ginger Hill
- Jun 29, 2015
Gulf Arab countries face rising tensions due to conflicts between Sunnis and Shiites.
- By Matt Holden
- Jun 29, 2015
5 areas that you must focus on in your facility to enhance security.
- By Ginger Hill
- Jun 26, 2015
A gun was reported to be found in a carry-on bag.
- By Matt Holden
- Jun 26, 2015