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Not All is Lost in War

Not All is Lost in War

The cold, brisk wind of December in Dallas attacked my body that was wrapped in a winter’s coat as I stepped out of my vehicle, ready to seize the not-so-ordinary work day ahead of me. A mist filled the air, kissing my cheek with coldness as harsh as death. You see, death was the reason I was here in the first place; yet, this was a place of happiness.

Increasing Security with Smart Credentials

Increasing Security with Smart Credentials

For about the same price, a smart credential provides a higher level of security, more convenience and far greater functionality than a proximity card. As used on college campuses and in newer access control systems, smart credentials have the ability to manage access, payments and many other functions much more securely.

Making the Choice - Fixed costs, customized solutions and user convenience - determining factors in buying physical identity and access management

Making the Choice

The migration of physical security technology to a network platform has made it easier and more convenient for organizations to integrate the various modalities of physical security into a unified configuration to better safeguard their employees, visitors, premises and material/intellectual property.



Casino Doesn’t Bet on Security

Casino Doesn’t Bet on Security

Players Casino requested demos and ultimately selected OnSSI’s Ocularis, using encoders to migrate many of their existing analog cameras to avoid the expense and inconvenience of having to rip and replace every camera. One key factor in the decision for Ocularis was the software’s fast and easy training for both new and seasoned employees.

Forget Your Passwords

Looks like it is just about time for biometrics to make its long awaited debut. Yes, we have seen biometrics for quite some time, and it is true that the impact has been strong in the security world. But, get ready to see biometrics on steroids. It’s coming.

The Grisly Lure of Copper

The Grisly Lure of Copper

It is unbelievable how some people are so desperate for money that they risk their very lives for a quick buck. With copper as one of today’s most grisly lures, thieves scale fences to high-voltage distribution sites and cut the copper off live, megawatt lines.

New Jersey Cafe Savors Fire Protection with Added Reliability and a Side of Cost Savings

New Jersey Cafe Savors Fire Protection with Added Reliability and a Side of Cost Savings

Fire-Lite Alarms fire alarm system and Honeywell Power IP/GSM Communicator create economical, right-size solution for restaurant.

Stolen Vendor Credentials Responsible for Target Breach

Stolen Vendor Credentials Responsible for Target Breach

A strategy for the successful management of vendor remote access.

Silent Knight Educational Life Safety Code Seminars Resonate at Local Level

Silent Knight Educational Life Safety Code Seminars Resonate at Local Level

Nationwide seminar series to feature industry experts to present on application of local codes in fire alarm and emergency communication systems design.

WavestoreUSA Joins the Security Industry Association

WavestoreUSA Joins the Security Industry Association

SIA CEO Don Erickson says WavestoreUSA is a welcome addition to the SIA membership roster.

HID Global Increases Campus Safety and Security at Academy of Art University in San Francisco

HID Global Increases Campus Safety and Security at Academy of Art University in San Francisco

University can now more easily expand and adapt its access control infrastructure as needed to support growth and new capabilities without forfeiting earlier investments. (Video Included)

Honeywell Announces Compatibility with Savant Systems Home Automation Equipment

Honeywell Announces Compatibility with Savant Systems Home Automation Equipment

Installation professionals can offer Savant connected-home capabilities to homeowners who use VISTA alarm panels.

Tri-Ed Unveils New Website

Tri-Ed Unveils New Website

Features a more contemporary design and user-friendly menus allowing visitors to easily navigate.

$9.84 Credit Charge on Statement Could Indicate Fraud

$9.84 Credit Charge on Statement Could Indicate Fraud

What to do if your statement has a charge of $9.84 followed by an unfamiliar website URL.

Norwegian Law Firm Secured by Zwipe Biometric Card

Norwegian Law Firm Secured by Zwipe Biometric Card

“The fingerprint gives high security and since there is no PIN to remember, it is also very easy to use.” – Simonsen VogWiig, Partner.

Top Trends Impacting the Security Identity Industry in 2014

Significant changes are anticipated across physical and logical access control, secure issuance, identity assurance, visitor management, electronic ID (eID) and secure asset tracking.

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Launches AtHoc IWS System

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Launches AtHoc IWS System

AtHoc system deployment in joint command military medical center safeguards 12,000 personnel in main Bethesda, Md. location.

While blue lights were previously designed to make people feel safer, the reality is that smartphones are taking safety to the next level by providing better and quicker access to emergency support.

Moving Beyond the Blue Light: Smartphones Improve Facility Safety

While blue lights were previously designed to make people feel safer, the reality is that smartphones are taking safety to the next level by providing better and quicker access to emergency support.

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    Door hardware and access control continue to be at the forefront of innovation within the security industry, continuously evolving to meet the dynamic needs of commercial spaces. Read Now

  • Leveraging IoT and Open Platform VMS for a Connected Future

    The evolution of urban environments is being reshaped by the convergence of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and open platform VMS. As cities worldwide grapple with growing populations and increasing operational complexities, these integrated technologies are emerging as powerful tools for creating more livable, efficient, and secure urban spaces. Read Now

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    FEP GameChanger

    Paige Datacom Solutions Introduces Important and Innovative Cabling Products GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have a FEP/FEP construction.

  • 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.”

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.