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Finding a Creative Solution

Hospitals are centers of healing and wellness that serve as a destination for those who have suffered injury or violence, causing people to possibly take safety and security for granted.

Supporting Traveling Veterans

Supporting Traveling Veterans

Seen by millions since its dedication in 1982, the American Vietnam Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVVT) Wall is a scaled-down replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., but with a specific mission: “Create a forum for communities to come together to Honor, Respect and Remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country and to educate all to the Cost of Freedom.”

Beefing Up Border Security

Beefing Up Border Security

To build a persuasive case for contemporary technology, however, you first need to understand the current state of border protection in the United States and the government’s roadmap to the future.



luxury and security meet

Luxury and Security Meet

Ugly Among Us

Child trafficking is a dirty business. I think we all know it happens but we don’t give it a second thought, unless it happens in your family.

Letter to the Editor Referencing Airport Security

Letter to the Editor Referencing Airport Security

CEO of a corporate aviation consultancy speaks about airport security.

Snowden Leaks Reveal Black Budget of US Spy Networks

Snowden Leaks Reveal Black Budget of US Spy Networks

178-page document reveals the objectives, successes and failures of 16 U.S. spy agencies.

Morse Watchmans Solutions Enable Compliance with Detention Center Rules and Policies

Morse Watchmans Solutions Enable Compliance with Detention Center Rules and Policies

Key control and guard tour systems essential to security at Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center.

New Eiris Go mobile App Extends Real Time Location Alerts to Emergency Field Operations

New Eiris Go Mobile App Extends Real Time Location Alerts to Emergency Field Operations

Personnel can receive immediate, indoor, location position data regarding a security situation as it unfolds.

Sony Launches Affordable Compact HD Security Cameras

Sony Launches Affordable Compact HD Security Cameras

C-Series cameras deliver professional-grade features for small-to-midsize businesses.

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Detailing Biometrics at Critical Facilities Summit

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Detailing Biometrics at Critical Facilities Summit

“Protecting Data Centers with Biometrics” at 3:15 pm, Tuesday, October 22.

Janet Napolitano Warns of Massive Cyberattack on the US

Farewell address filled with warning to the nation.

Online Exclusive: From Curfew to Modern US Fire Safety

Online Exclusive: From Curfew to Modern US Fire Safety

A historical look on some tragic milestones that have shaped modern U.S. fire and building regulations.

Back to School Means Everyone Must Have a Security Focused Mind

Back to School Means Everyone Must Have a Security Focused Mind

From door buzzers to card swipe systems to security cameras, today is back to school for most of America's K-12 schools.

New Rules Will Not Slow UK CCTV Market Growth

New Rules Will Not Slow UK CCTV Market Growth

IHS estimated that in the U.K., 4 million surveillance cameras were installed in 2012 - 1 camera for every 16 people.

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Presenting at IFMA World Workplace 2013

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies Presenting at IFMA World Workplace 2013

“Balancing Physical Security & Productivity” at 9:15 am, Friday, October 3.

New NFL Bag Policy Forces Fans to Get Creative

New NFL Bag Policy Forces Fans to Get Creative

Before packing snacks, beverages, cameras and binoculars for the big game, check out the new security rules.

Southwest Microwave Announces Perimeter Defense Seminars

Southwest Microwave Announces Perimeter Defense Seminars

Best practices for integrated site protection.

Featured

  • 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

  • AI Used as Part of Sophisticated Espionage Campaign

    A cybersecurity inflection point has been reached in which AI models has become genuinely useful in cybersecurity operation. But to no surprise, they can used for both good works and ill will. Systemic evaluations show cyber capabilities double in six months, and they have been tracking real-world cyberattacks showing how malicious actors were using AI capabilities. These capabilities were predicted and are expected to evolve, but what stood out for researchers was how quickly they have done so, at scale. Read Now

  • Why the Future of Video Security Is Happening Outside the Cloud

    For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reasons. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. Read Now

New Products

  • 4K Video Decoder

    3xLOGIC’s VH-DECODER-4K is perfect for use in organizations of all sizes in diverse vertical sectors such as retail, leisure and hospitality, education and commercial premises.

  • Mobile Safe Shield

    Mobile Safe Shield

    SafeWood Designs, Inc., a manufacturer of patented bullet resistant products, is excited to announce the launch of the Mobile Safe Shield. The Mobile Safe Shield is a moveable bullet resistant shield that provides protection in the event of an assailant and supplies cover in the event of an active shooter. With a heavy-duty steel frame, quality castor wheels, and bullet resistant core, the Mobile Safe Shield is a perfect addition to any guard station, security desks, courthouses, police stations, schools, office spaces and more. The Mobile Safe Shield is incredibly customizable. Bullet resistant materials are available in UL 752 Levels 1 through 8 and include glass, white board, tack board, veneer, and plastic laminate. Flexibility in bullet resistant materials allows for the Mobile Safe Shield to blend more with current interior décor for a seamless design aesthetic. Optional custom paint colors are also available for the steel frame.

  • 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.