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Reaching out with a higher level of video storage and management

A New World of Information

We live in a world full of information as data is being collected each day because the demand is higher than ever before. Consumers want faster access to online data to make quicker, more informed decisions regarding everything from nearby restaurants to the highest-rated tablets.

Preventing Abductions

Preventing Abductions

On March 10, 2007, three-day-old Mychael Darthard-Dawodu disappeared from her mother’s hospital room in the maternity ward of Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. Even though the infant had been fitted with a state-of-the-art security bracelet around her ankle, the woman who abducted her simply snipped through the device and carried the five-pound bundle-of-joy out of the facility in her purse.

Why Audio? Why Not?

Why Audio? Why Not?

It’s 2014 and time for a new way of thinking when it comes to security. It’s kind of like our five senses; we have each one for a reason, and they are all equally valuable.



Reimagining Strategies

Reimagining Strategies

Security is no longer chained to a desktop, and breaking these chains has changed the face of remote monitoring. It used to be that remote monitoring meant keeping an eye on things from a central station, like a corporate security command center or even a thirdparty monitoring service.

Not in My School

Back in the day, students were taught how to protect themselves from fire and the unimaginable nuclear attack.

In Clear View

In Clear View

High definition and megapixel cameras play an important role in video surveillance applications. They can provide images that are more useful, with a higher quality of detail and have wider coverage than standard-resolution cameras.

Take Control of the Wheel

Take Control of the Wheel

With the recent downturn in U.S. automotive sales, many dealerships were left struggling. There were few options for increasing revenue, and many were forced to cut expenses through employee reductions, cutbacks in marketing and selective pruning of operational services.

LILIN North America Expands Branch Office with Automation Experience Center, LILIN Solution Center

LILIN North America, the US entity of IP video provider Merit LILIN, recently announced its continued expansion in the markets of IP video and automation with the launch of two new demo rooms – the Automation Experience Center (AEC) and the LILIN Solutions Center (LSC). Both new additions to the North American facility are designed to cater to security and automation dealers, serving as prime product displays and training centers.

Parking Facility Locks Down with Integrated Security Management

Based on current statistics, roughly 80% of the criminal acts at shopping centers and business offices occur in the parking lot.

New URC Integration for Full Operation of LILIN IP Cameras

LILIN announces that users of URC's Total Control now have full integration of LILIN's IP Video Cameras.

Milestone Systems Expands Device Support with More than 3,000 Supported Devices

Device Pack 7.2 for Milestone XProtect video management software gives deep driver support.

Washington Family Ranch Extends Campus Reach with Barix IP Paging

Washington Family Ranch Extends Campus Reach with Barix IP Paging

Outreach ministry informs guests and staff with clarity and consistency across multiple zones.

Delta

Delta's New Electrically-Controlled Barrier Receives P1 Rating at ASTM M50 Test Level

With only a 24-inch foundation new Delta HD300 stops 15,000 pound truck at 50 MPH.

The Evolution of Identity Management: What to Expect

The Evolution of Identity Management: What to Expect

Cyber criminals are getting smarter about manipulating, stealing and profiting off of others’ identities.

Virginia’s Quik-E Foods Cuts Losses with March Networks Retail Video Surveillance Solution

Solution integrates high-quality video, audio and transaction data to combat point-of-sale (POS) fraud and other threats to the business.

Profile of a Modern Terrorist

Profile of a Modern Terrorist

Learn what terrorists believe, their goals, timeline and tactics, and last but certainly not least, how to protect ourselves against terrorism.

Allegion Ramps Up K-12 School Security Resources

Allegion Ramps Up K-12 School Security Resources

Training courses, seminars and webinars, face-to-face meetings at events, funding help, new products designed specifically for K-12 applications and free security assessments.

Galaxy S5 Adds Biometrics to Increase Security

Galaxy S5 Adds Biometrics to Increase Security

Adding to their repertoire of products, the S5 boasts a fingerprint scanner, water and dust resistance and heart rate monitor.

Featured

  • From Surveillance to Intelligence

    Years ago, it would have been significantly more expensive to run an analytic like that — requiring a custom-built solution with burdensome infrastructure demands — but modern edge devices have made it accessible to everyone. It also saves time, which is a critical factor if a missing child is involved. Video compression technology has played a critical role as well. Over the years, significant advancements have been made in video coding standards — including H.263, MPEG formats, and H.264—alongside compression optimization technologies developed by IP video manufacturers to improve efficiency without sacrificing quality. The open-source AV1 codec developed by the Alliance for Open Media—a consortium including Google, Netflix, Microsoft, Amazon and others — is already the preferred decoder for cloud-based applications, and is quickly becoming the standard for video compression of all types. Read Now

  • Cost: Reactive vs. Proactive Security

    Security breaches often happen despite the availability of tools to prevent them. To combat this problem, the industry is shifting from reactive correction to proactive protection. This article will examine why so many security leaders have realized they must “lead before the breach” – not after. Read Now

  • Achieving Clear Audio

    In today’s ever-changing world of security and risk management, effective communication via an intercom and door entry communication system is a critical communication tool to keep a facility’s staff, visitors and vendors safe. Read Now

  • Beyond Apps: Access Control for Today’s Residents

    The modern resident lives in an app-saturated world. From banking to grocery delivery, fitness tracking to ridesharing, nearly every service demands another download. But when it comes to accessing the place you live, most people do not want to clutter their phone with yet another app, especially if its only purpose is to open a door. Read Now

  • Survey: 48 Percent of Worshippers Feel Less Safe Attending In-Person Services

    Almost half (48%) of those who attend religious services say they feel less safe attending in-person due to rising acts of violence at places of worship. In fact, 39% report these safety concerns have led them to change how often they attend in-person services, according to new research from Verkada conducted online by The Harris Poll among 1,123 U.S. adults who attend a religious service or event at least once a month. Read Now

New Products

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation.

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols.