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Security Industry Association Elects Three New Board Members

New board members were elected unanimously during SIA annual member meeting.

Security Industry Association and Government Technology and Services Coalition Announce Collaboration

The two organizations will share their resources in order to build a stronger security industry.

Quantum Secure Reports Approval of Patent on Core Technologies

A new U.S. patent for Quantum Secure covers important aspects of Flagship SAFE Enterprise Software Suite.

Silent Knight Launches “How-To” Video Series

New videos offered by Silent Knight compliment online trainings, offering technical support alternatives, particularly for mobile viewers.

Mission 500 Charity Continues Far-Reaching Media Campaign

A new non-profit integrated marketing program will focus on security professionals.

EPIC from Real-Time Technology Delivers a Credentialing Solution for First Responders

Real-Time Technology Group (RTTG), a leading provider of trusted identity solutions, announces advanced personal identity and training verification for first responders.

Advanced Technology Video Announces New Rep – Fox & Associates

ATV welcomes Fox & Associates back to the company.

Brisbane Markets Ltd. Upgrades to Megapixel Imaging

Arecont Vision cameras provide an expanded coverage area at a 150-acre produce facility for Brisbane Markets Ltd.



IQinVision and Prism Skylabs Sell More Orange Juice for SF Café

Prism’s sophisticated video analytics software uses IQeye HD megapixel images to create valuable intelligence.

FutureSentry Bolsters Sales Team with Industry Veteran

A security veteran will be bringing technical and sales expertise to the seasoned team at FutureSentry.

TI Expands DaVinci Products for Video Security IP Cameras and Recording Systems

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) unveiled its newest DaVinci video processors, underscoring the company's commitment to innovations that help make our world safer.

Edge-Centric Surveillance Vs. Centralized Surveillance Management – the Debate Continues

The advanced technology driving surveillance systems fills gaps in situational awareness that can never be matched by guards or fences, and act as force multipliers that enhance the effectiveness of existing “boots on the ground.”

Genetec Announces Synergis Master Controller, a New Open Architecture IP Door Controller

The new open architecture IP door controller features native support for popular access control hardware from Mercury Security and HID Global, offering more choices for customers to modernize exiting systems, leverage equipment investments and facilitate the move to a unified security platform.

Remote Surveillance Application Power Challenges – is “Going Green” the Solution?

Powering portable and remote sensor applications remains one of the top issues facing any perimeter intrusion detection or critical infrastructure network.

Salient Systems Integrates with Scallop Imaging Panoramic Camera Line

Salient’s CompleteView VMS platform now supports Scallop Imaging patented Distributed Imaging technology.

FFT Integrates with Sony’s 5th Generation IP Cameras

Future Fibre Technologies has released the latest camera integration to its world leading fiber optic perimeter intrusion detection systems.

Tri-Ed/Northern Video Distribution Acquires SGI

Tri-Ed / Northern Video Distribution is pleased to announce its acquisition of Security General International (SGI), a leading wholesale distributor of Security and Low Voltage products in the Southwest U.S.

March Networks Integrates Bosch IP Cameras with its Command Video Management Software

March Networks’ VMS software is now fully integrated with Bosch cameras, allowing organizations to maximize existing technology investments.

Arecont Vision Megapixel Cameras Secure Gistex Textile Plants in Indonesia

SurroundVideo Panoramic and MegaView IR Bullet-style cameras secure the facility and production operations in Indonesia textile plants.

SightLogix SightTracker Automatically Steers Videotec PTZ Cameras

The integration of SightLogix and Videotec provides automated security awareness for critical assets

Liberty Public School District Selects RedCloud for Access Control

Kansas City area school district deploys RedCloud Enterprise network appliance to provide scalable, web-based access control across 22 buildings.

HID Global Names Axiad IDS First North American Partner in Its Identity Assurance Implementation Partner Program

Axiad IDS, a technical consultancy and service provider is now certified to implement all HID Global Identity Assurance Solution, including Authentication Services and Smart Card solutions.

Special Security System Fills Customs' Needs

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has some stiff security requirements at its field office in Miami. The agency needed an access control system that accepted the Inscription: HSPD12.FIPS 201 government card system.

If You Thought Megapixel Cameras Were More Expensive, Think Again

There is a misconception in the security industry that megapixel cameras are more expensive than conventional cameras. Don’t believe it.

Closing Out 2012; Hello New Year

As we close out 2012 and stare into the reality of 2013, I am reminded of all that has happened in our publishing world this year. It has been a wonderful time.

GovSec West Exhibitors Greet Large Crowds

The more than 40 exhibitors were one of the highlights of the conference that wrapped up in October in Dallas.

Securing The Coming M2M Communications Boom

It is beyond dispute that Machine to Machine (M2M) technology and communications will influence our daily personal and business lives in the coming years.

Current and Future Trends Abound

While technology developments such as near-field communications (NFC) and personal identification verification (PIV) credentials are becoming more widespread, emerging product developments that offer interesting challenges to the traditional concepts of access control, like ecosystems and access control as a service (ACaaS), are presenting more of an opportunity for suppliers of access control equipment.

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