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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.

Stop Being “Reasonable” - Rationalize Your Security Efforts

Stop Being “Reasonable” - Rationalize Your Security Efforts

Communities that measure, watch and continue to learn are more aware during times of crisis, so reasonable security efforts should include anti-virus and email security that is used effectively.

Operation Checkpoint Security: The New Guardian at the Gate

Operation Checkpoint Security: The New Guardian at the Gate

How video analytics can play a big role in airport security and operations.

Web users need to take the initiative and read the privacy policies of the privacy platforms they

As Online Privacy Becomes Commercialized, Consumers Need to Get Educated

Commercial Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are playing an increasing role in the current battle between privacy-conscious web users and government agencies seeking to increase their surveillance reach. But as online privacy becomes yet another product, ready to be branded and packaged, the problem of dishonest vendors, and a lack of education amongst customers, threatens to undermine any real benefit the market can bring.

How Banks can Manage Access Rights and Disparate Databases

How Banks can Manage Access Rights and Disparate Databases

Consolidating systems to improve efficiency and meet compliance.

Too Small to Count

Perhaps the biggest threat to small businesses is uncertainty, but don't forget credit card processing and PCI-DSS compliance.

Considerations for Video Analytics in Retail

Considerations for Video Analytics in Retail

Investing in proper infrastructure and taking the time to understand how to use analytics empowers retailers.

Monitoring and Protecting Retail Assets with Intelligent Electronic Locks

Monitoring and Protecting Retail Assets with Intelligent Electronic Locks

Internal theft is a top contributor to retail shrinkage.

VMS Best Practices for IP Video Surveillance in Education

VMS Best Practices for IP Video Surveillance in Education

The capabilities of IP video surveillance make them a popular and effective security tool.

5 Tips for Selecting the Right Enterprise Remote Monitoring Solution

5 Tips for Selecting the Right Enterprise Remote Monitoring Solution

Mobility and efficiency makes remote monitoring an attractive option to maximize productivity.

The Importance of Airport Design and Glazing Systems

The Importance of Airport Design and Glazing Systems

As recent events in Kenya have shown, both fire and terrorist attacks are potent threats to be assessed and comprehensively guarded against. With regular rehearsals, it can be ensured that response teams can adequately deal with any emergency.

Mobility is Now an Essential Tool for Security Operations

Mobility is Now an Essential Tool for Security Operations

Businesses that accept and embrace mobile communications and information will have a sustainable business advantage in the future.

Protecting Mobile Data Across Multiple Platforms and Devices in the Enterprise

Protecting Mobile Data Across Multiple Platforms and Devices in the Enterprise

With sensitive documents spread across tablets, laptops, smartphones and other devices, how do businesses keep this data safe?

A Clear Understanding of Security in the Cloud

A Clear Understanding of Security in the Cloud

How is the security team to see and understand what it going on in the cloud when it’s, well…cloudy?

Developing an End to End Transportation Security Solution for Now and the Future

Developing an End to End Transportation Security Solution for Now and the Future

IP technology taking visibility and image quality to the next level.

Online Exclusive: Data Loss Can Happen Anywhere and to Anyone

Online Exclusive: Data Loss Can Happen Anywhere and to Anyone

The key to data loss prevention is to always backup your data, but there are other ways to help prevent data loss in laptop computers.

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.

Training Next-Generation Cyber Warriors with Advanced Cyber Ranges

Online Exclusive: Training Next-Generation Cyber Warriors with Advanced Cyber Ranges

Organizations worldwide face a dangerous shortage of cyber warriors who possess the skills required to defend against cyber terrorism. A pragmatic and sustainable new approach is urgently needed to prepare cyber warriors to defend critical infrastructures.

Jimmy Chiu remembers the Summerland tragedy

Online Exclusive: Remembering the Summerland Tragedy

The Summerland tragedy changed building regulations across the country because poor design and inappropriate building materials allowed a minor fire to become a major conflagration. The lessons learned had influence across many international jurisdictions.

What Does the Near Future Hold for ID Cards and Credentials

What Does the Near Future Hold for ID Cards and Credentials

Discover the three major initiatives you need to be aware of when it comes to cards and credentials.

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    Security Today is pleased to announce the 2025 CyberSecured Awards winners. Sixteen companies are being recognized this year for their network products and other cybersecurity initiatives that secure our world today. Read Now

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    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.

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  • Unified VMS

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