June 2017
- Team Work
- Data Secure
- Building in Security
- Protecting the Puppets
- The Right Combination
Features
Are you thinking omni-channel or “omni-chance”? Here are 3 areas for your security team to review
By John Carter
While many security teams at retailers are concerned about the potential for a big data breach, everyday security threats, like social engineering and shoplifting, are heightened in a world of omni-channel retail.
Communications issue resolved at Shawnee Mission Medical Center
By Greg Smith
When seconds count in an emergency, such as an active shooter or severe weather, gaps in communication can cost lives. Many schools, businesses and healthcare facilities face the challenge of ensuring comprehensive coverage with their existing emergency mass communication systems.
North Central Washington airport seeks performance in security upgrade
By Michael Hardy
With a pending network overhaul and the fast-approaching emergency exercise, Pangborn Memorial Airport was driven to action.
By Ralph C. Jensen
The National Park Service has an extensive security protocol for its numerous locations nationwide, though they do stress an extensive layered approach.
Innovative technology comes to the rescue in Orange County
By Ralph C. Jensen
A family-oriented municipality with a thriving business environment, the city of Cypress is home to 48,000 residents in North Orange County, Calif.
YMCA on the receiving end of security system
By Kim Rahfaldt
Sometimes you need to be in the right place at the right time. Sometimes, it’s who you know. For Karrie Gabbard, executive director of the East Butler County Family YMCA in Hamilton, Ohio, it was both.
Keep IoT devices and data safe from threats
By Christopher Camejo
The risk posed by hackers to the Internet of Things (IoT) is a hot topic and there have already been some serious real-world attacks.
Atlanta’s beloved center for puppetry arts undergoes upgrade to electronic locks
By Dawn Nye
The Center for Puppetry Arts commissioned Atlanta’s Operational Security Systems (OSS) to provide security including access control for both phases of the construction project. The challenge included many key components.
Electric security fencing may be the best offense
By Kathleen Hannon
Surveillance systems works as agency staff always on watch
By Dwight Dumpert
Port Angeles, located on the U.S.-Canada border, is host to a thriving maritime port and a significant customs entry point into the United States.
Video management platform effectively achieves duel security and plant operations objectives
By Brent Dirks
Many industries have successfully implemented video surveillance and management systems in their manufacturing facilities as a way to reduce the risk of theft or vandalism.
Departments
Industry Vertical
Security equipment helps limited staff keep watch over entrances, parking and more
By Larry Chay
The Beer Cellar, located in Glen Ellyn Park, Ill., recently transitioned to a new storefront that not only provided expanded business opportunity but also required added safety and security measures in a busy and highly functional space.
Industry Focus
By Ralph C. Jensen
An active shooter on campus has no rhyme or reason. When something stupid like this happens, everyone’s first question is: Why? Followed by: What was the motive?
Industry Professional
Businesses are relying on biometrics for additional login processes
By Alisdair Faulkner
When used effectively, biometrics can contribute to safer cybersecurity practices.