Facility Security


Royal Security for Prince William and Princess Kate

Royal Security for Prince William and Princess Kate

Rampant protestors in the streets of New York indicate need for extra security for the Royal Couple...just in case.

About 100 Brains Missing from University of Texas

About 100 Brains Missing from University of Texas

This is roughly half of the specimens the university had in a collection.

Three Students Injured after Gunman Opens Fire in Florida State Library

Three Students Injured after Gunman Opens Fire in Florida State Library

Florida State University police killed the shooter.

Security Guards Cut Days before Camden Office Stabbing

Security Guards Cut Days before Camden Office Stabbing

The victim is a state caseworker

Security Guard Shoots Knife-wielding Man at Mental Health Home

Security Guard Shoots Knife-wielding Man at Mental Health Home

A 42-year-old man was shot on the East Side of Cleveland.

Startup Knightscope is preparing to Roll out Robot Patrols

Startup Knightscope is preparing to Roll out Robot Patrols

The company already has robots on Microsoft’s campus.

911 Tapes Reveal Teacher Tried to Stop Gunman

911 Tapes Reveal Teacher Tried to Stop Gunman

A teacher tried to stop a teen gunman from shooting himself.

Key Management Systems Enhance Key and Lock Applications

Key Management Systems Enhance Key and Lock Applications

Keys and locks reliably offer prevention, protection, ease of install and maintenance, and minimal cost investment.



Probe Finds Security Flaws at Rikers Island

Probe Finds Security Flaws at Rikers Island

A city investigation found they were easily able to smuggle drugs and weapons into the jails.

Guardly Enterprise E911 Solution Improves Active Shooter Response

New indoor positioning systems enhance ability for security teams to detect shooters earlier and locate people inside buildings.

HID Global's NFC Tag Technology Reduces Fraud in Home Healthcare Market

Integrity caregivers established “proof of presence” by tapping HID Global’s trusted tags with their NFC-enabled smartphone, eliminating opportunities to falsify records.

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Dana Loesch was scheduled to speak about her new book ‘Hands Off My Gun’

Man Still Missing from Broncos Game

Man Still Missing from Broncos Game

The 53-year-old was last seen during halftime of the Broncos vs. Chargers game

Security Situation Investigated on Flight to Charlotte

Security Situation Investigated on Flight to Charlotte

Passengers were stranded for more than an hour after their plane landed.

Pennsylvania School Boosts Security after Reported Sighting of Alleged Killer

Pennsylvania School Boosts Security after Reported Sighting of Alleged Killer

Eric Frein, the suspect of a deadly police ambush, was allegedly spotted near his old school

New SightLogix Certified Partner Program Targets Regional, Entrepreneurial Integrators

Program advocates technology specialization and innovative new business development practices.

Security Within Reach

Since the aftermath of 9/11, the United States has intensified transportation security efforts across the board. For most of us, stronger security measures have been focused at the nation’s airports, where travelers are subject to more stringent screening protocols.

Cutting-edge Surveillance

Declining crime rates in many major cities can be attributed in part to technological advancements that deter prospective criminals and bolster rapid response time when crime does occur.

Securing the Old with the New

To accomplish such a comprehensive and multi-stage migration and expansion— and avoid issuing brand new credentials to nearly 20,000 employees —the team devised a strategy to run C•CURE 9000 on the front end using proximity technology with the legacy access control system running in the background to support the existing magnetic stripe cards.

Putting Out the Welcome Mat for Video Surveillance

For Conlin Properties, IP surveillance cameras from Axis Communications have played a critical role in the program’s success. Executives estimate that they have seen a 40 percent reduction in incident calls since they started using and publicizing these cameras.

Featured

  • 2025 Security LeadHER Conference Program Announced

    ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the leading membership associations for the security industry – have announced details for the 2025 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The third annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. This carefully crafted program represents a comprehensive professional development opportunity for women in security this year. To view the full lineup at this year’s event, please visit securityleadher.org. Read Now

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  • Report: 82 Percent of Phishing Emails Used AI

    KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today launched its Phishing Threat Trend Report, detailing key trends, new data, and threat intelligence insights surrounding phishing threats targeting organizations at the start of 2025. Read Now

  • NRF Supports Federal Bill to Thwart Retail Crime

    The National Retail Federation recently announced its support for the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025. The act was introduced by Chairman Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Representative Dave Joyce, R-Ohio. Read Now

  • ISC West 2025 Brings Almost 29,000 Industry Professionals to Las Vegas

    ISC West 2025, organized by RX and in collaboration with the Security Industry Association, concluded at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas last week. The nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security event attracted nearly 29,000 industry professionals and left a lasting impression on the global security community. Over five action-packed days, ISC West welcomed more than 19,000 attendees and featured 750 exhibiting brands. Read Now

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  • Tradeshow Work Can Be Fun

    While at ISC West last week, I ran into numerous friends and associates all of which was a pleasant experience. The first question always seemed to be, “How many does this make for you?” Read Now

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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.

  • Unified VMS

    AxxonSoft introduces version 2.0 of the Axxon One VMS. The new release features integrations with various physical security systems, making Axxon One a unified VMS. Other enhancements include new AI video analytics and intelligent search functions, hardened cybersecurity, usability and performance improvements, and expanded cloud capabilities

  • 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.