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Bring on the Business

I've been coming to this tradeshow for a long time. This week's ISC West has been one of the most successful on record. It's not just a matter of having throngs of people, but how well versed and interested the attendees are in matters of security.

Live from ISC West Day 2

Day 2 of ISC West featured demonstrations and dealer relations

Sielox CLASS Crisis Lockdown Alert Status System Selected for Pemberton Township Schools

Sielox CLASS Crisis Lockdown Alert Status Systems (CLASS) have been selected for installation in New Jersey's Pemberton Township School District to enhance security and safety efforts. The CLASS System meets the district's unique security needs as outlined in a specification for an emergency communication system developed by Kathleen Devlin, Security Chief for Pemberton Township Schools.



Partners in Focus with New Version of Milestone Online Customer Support Tool

Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), announces updates to Milestone Customer Dashboard, an online system monitoring service. This service enables Milestone channel partners to obtain real-time system status of customer installations and proactively solve potential issues before interruptions to the customer's business.

Lenel Interlogix Showcase Innovative Integrated Security Solutions for Smart Homes and Buildings

From new geofencing features for home security systems to technology that turns smartphones into virtual access credentials, Lenel and Interlogix continue to deliver innovative and convenient solutions to meet or exceed consumers' evolving security requirements. Lenel and Interlogix, both part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp., are showcasing their comprehensive, integrated offerings at the International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West) in Las Vegas.<

Smart Sensor Enables Alarm Panel Connectivity to Interconnected Smoke Detector Systems

Nortek Security & Control LLC, a Nortek Company and leader in the security, smart home and wellness technology markets, announces the 2GIG Smoke Detector Sensor available to dealers and installers looking to provide their customers with a smarter layer of protection to their interconnected smoke detector system via a smart, retrofit smoke detector sensing solution that works in tandem with their existing wireless 2GIG alarm panel.

Sony Showcases Full Line of 4K Cameras at ISC West

At ISC West 2016, Sony Electronics is showcasing its latest 4K cameras and technologies for the security and surveillance industry, including the UMC-S3C and SNC-VB770 cameras, as well as a recorder and software system that supports the company's newest 4K technologies.

SENTRYMOBILE Unveiled at ISC West

Sentry360 recently announced its entrance into the emerging body-worn camera market debuting it's new line of SENTRYMOBILE products at the International Security Conference in Las Vegas April 6-8th.

Access, Emergencies and Experience

ISC West brings so many different companies and products to the security industry, but access control and emergency notification solutions always hold a high interest to me.

3VR Announces Several Important Enhancements to its Video Management Software

3VR, a video data and technology company, today announced several enhancements to its video management software, VisionPoint VMS.  This includes support for 360 degree cameras, the addition of a Web-based OpCenter, and integration with tape-based storage solutions from Quantum.

HID Global Launches Mobility Initiative

HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, has introduced a mobility initiative that includes solutions, services, investments and alliances that expand the capabilities of trusted IDs on mobile devices across a growing range of access control, authentication and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

New Arlo Q Plus Camera Addresses Security Needs of Small Businesses

NETGEAR, Inc. is addressing the security needs of small businesses with the launch of its ArloTM Q Plus - 1080p HD Security Camera with PoE (VMC3040S). Arlo Q Plus has in-demand features such as: brilliantly detailed 1080p high-definition video, two-way audio, rolling seven days of free cloud storage for video recordings — and now also offers wired Ethernet connectivity that supports Power over Ethernet (PoE).

March Networks Launches Video Installation Audit and Managed Services System Visualization

March Networks, a leading provider of intelligent IP video solutions, is pleased to introduce new service and support capabilities to help certified partners and customers access at-a-glance intelligence on their video surveillance networks.

My First ISC West Experience

I've known that I would be attending ISC West for about three months before the first day of the show. In that time frame, I've heard many things from those in the industry about the show.

Morse Watchmans Showcases Key Management Upgrades and Innovations at ISC West

Product enhancements that add convenience and network security, and an expanded list of integrations and connectivity with leading access control solutions are just some of the innovations featured by Morse Watchmans this week at ISC West. Also on display is a new video that captures the essence of the industry-leading key management product lineup.

The Most Innovative Products I've Seen at ISC West

Throughout my day at ISC West I saw some pretty innovative products. From surveillance systems to the connected home and even data storage solutions, ISC West is the grand supreme of security trade shows. However, there were a few products that jumped out at me.

ISC West First Timer

Well, I finally made it to Vegas for my first ISC West experience. To say I was overwhelmed would be an understatement. Walking into the exhibit halls, there are so many booths, and large and amazing displays that it took a more than a few minutes to catch my breath and get down to business.

Schneider Electric Introduces CloudBased Integrated Security Management System

Schneider Electric today introduced AccessXpert, a new, fully web-based security management solution at ISC West 2016. Based on the latest in open-protocol support, AccessXpert simplifies and streamlines security management for today's on-the-move security staff.

New Dortronics 4800 Series Smart Interlock Controller Combines Versatility with Economy

Dortronics has expanded their line of Smart Interlock Controllers with today's introduction of the new highly versatile and economical 4800 Series here at ISC West (booth #1037).

Featured

  • The Business Case for Video Analytics: Understanding the Real ROI

    For security professionals who may be hesitant to invest in video analytics, now's the time to reconsider. In a newly released Omdia report commissioned by BriefCam (now Milestone Systems), the research firm uncovered a compelling story: more than 85% of North American and European organizations that use video analytics achieve a return on investment within just one year. The study, which surveyed 140 end users across multiple industries, demonstrates that security technology is no longer just for security — it's a cross-organizational tool that delivers measurable business value far beyond traditional safety applications. Read Now

  • Survey: 54% of Organizations Cite Technical Debt as Top Hurdle to Identity System Modernization

    Modernizing identity systems is proving difficult for organizations due to two key challenges: decades of accumulated Identity and Access Management (IAM) technical debt and the complexity of managing access across multiple identity providers (IDPs). These findings come from the new Strata Identity-commissioned report, State of Multi-Cloud Identity: Insights and Trends for 2025. The report, based on survey data from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), highlights trends and challenges in securing cloud environments. The CSA is the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment. Read Now

  • Study: Only 35 Percent of Companies Include Cybersecurity Teams When Implementing AI

    Only 35 percent of cybersecurity professionals or teams are involved in the development of policy governing the use of AI technology in their enterprise, and nearly half (45 percent) report no involvement in the development, onboarding, or implementation of AI solutions, according to the recently released 2024 State of Cybersecurity survey report from ISACA, a global professional association advancing trust in technology. Read Now

  • New Report Series Highlights E-Commerce Threats, Fraud Against Retailers

    Trustwave, a cybersecurity and managed security services provider, recently released a series of reports detailing the threats facing the retail sector, marking the second year of its ongoing research into these critical security issues. Read Now

Webinars

New Products

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.” 3

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities 3

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area. 3