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Open Options Divides West Coast Territory, Appoints New Southwest US Sales Manager

Open Options, the leader in open platform access control solutions, is excited to announce Chris Gouge as the company’s new Southwest US sales manager.

Uber Can Track Devices, Even After You Delete the App

Uber Can Track Devices, Even After You Delete the App

Uber knows where to find you even if you do delete the app.

Gunnebo to Showcase Full Suite of Intelligent Cash Deposit Solutions at M-PACT 2017

Cash Deposit Solutions Help C-Stores and Gas Stations of all Sizes Reduce Loss, Increase Efficiencies and Manage Cash Flow

Call for Security Upgrades at Penn Station

Call for Security Upgrades at Penn Station

Senator Charles Schumer raised concern about the threat of terrorism at Penn Station.

Hanwha Techwin Expands Global Security Business with New Production Facility in Vietnam

$100 Million Investment Dedicated to Develop Future Security Innovations

1 Dead, 2 Wounded Following Shooting on Champs-Elysees

1 Dead, 2 Wounded Following Shooting on Champs-Elysees

Police in Paris say officers were intentionally gunned down on the popular Parisian avenue.

White House Security Expanded After Breaches

White House Security Expanded After Breaches

The Secret Service will enlarge the security perimeter around the White House.

ComNet Enters Access Control Market

New CNAccess Line Provides up to 32 Door Solution



Mission500 Raises more than $125,000 for Children in Need at ISC West 2017

Mission500, a charitable organization that works closely with the security industry to serve children in need in the U.S., raised more than $125,000 at its eighth annual Security 5K/2K Run/Walk and related sponsorships at this year’s ISC West.

Questions to Ask Your Commercial Security Provider

Questions to Ask Your Commercial Security Provider

The primary function of a commercial security system is to provide a safe and secure business environment, so everyone can sleep a little easier knowing the business is protected.

Featured

  • Empowering and Securing a Mobile Workforce

    What happens when technology lets you work anywhere – but exposes you to security threats everywhere? This is the reality of modern work. No longer tethered to desks, work happens everywhere – in the office, from home, on the road, and in countless locations in between. Read Now

  • TSA Introduces New $45 Fee Option for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 1

    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that it will refer all passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID and still want to fly an option to pay a $45 fee to use a modernized alternative identity verification system, TSA Confirm.ID, to establish identity at security checkpoints beginning on February 1, 2026. Read Now

  • The Evolution of IP Camera Intelligence

    As the 30th anniversary of the IP camera approaches in 2026, it is worth reflecting on how far we have come. The first network camera, launched in 1996, delivered one frame every 17 seconds—not impressive by today’s standards, but groundbreaking at the time. It did something that no analog system could: transmit video over a standard IP network. Read Now

  • 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

New Products

  • FEP GameChanger

    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.

  • PE80 Series

    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • 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.