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Technologies Drive Interagency Collaboration

Technologies Drive Interagency Collaboration

Cities are a challenge to secure and manage—they encompass a wide geographic footprint and include a multitude of key stakeholders comprising local, state and federal agencies along with a variety of private business entities and public organizations.

  • By Rob Hile
  • May 01, 2015

Collaboration is Key in the Video Vortex

Increased security concerns, availability of IP networks, camera sprawl and improvement in video content analytics are all contributing to a rapid growth in the amount of video surveillance data that federal agencies are gathering today.

  • By Michael Gallant
  • May 01, 2015
A Strategic Approach

A Strategic Approach

The security industry is under attack by buzzwords, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is one of a few leading the assault.

  • By Jon Ecker
  • May 01, 2015


How Cyber Secure Are Your Physical Security Devices

How Cyber Secure Are Your Physical Security Devices?

Are your physical security devices attached to the same network as your sensitive business data?

  • By Vince Ricco
  • May 01, 2015

Connecting Disparate Systems

NERC compliance requirements in the utilities industry have made it essential to monitor and report on physical access to various facilities, control rooms, substations and critical assets.

  • By Jasvir Gill
  • May 01, 2015

How Secure are Your Devices?

Whenever I receive a cover story from Vince Ricco I listen, and I learn. I’ve known Vince for quite a while, and when he asks if your security devices are connected to your sensitive business data, it really makes you think.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • May 01, 2015
Hearing Security Solutions

Hearing Security Solutions

Audio is a vital component in the security industry. For years, companies have focused on video, trying to perfect image capture, data storage and analytics.

  • By Cameron Javdani
  • May 01, 2015
Should Nuclear Missiles be on High Alert

Should Nuclear Missiles be on 'High Alert?'

Hopefully, hackers have heart not to launch nuclear weapons.

  • Apr 30, 2015
Proposed Security Guard Training Measure Delayed Again

Proposed Security Guard Training Measure Delayed Again

The measure, from the Pittsburgh City Council, would require security companies that guard large buildings to put their employees through a city-approved training program.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Apr 30, 2015

Paint Booth Expansion Creates New Opportunities for Code Blue

1,500-square-foot facilities will further strengthen its reputation for providing emergency communication solutions.

  • Apr 30, 2015

LILIN Launches New Mobile Video Surveillance Solution at APTA

American Public Transportation Association conference scheduled for May 5, 2105 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.

  • Apr 30, 2015

Securitron Secures Perimeters with New GL1 Gate Lock

Weather-resistant access control for gate applications.

  • Apr 30, 2015

Industry Event Celebrated 10 Years of Innovation

Customers, channel partners, reps and industry friends and supporters recognize leader in wireless systems.

  • Apr 30, 2015

AMAG Technology Awards Top Performing Integrators with Eagle Awards

In recognition for their commitment to selling Symmetry products and exceptional sales efforts.

  • Apr 30, 2015

ISCON Imaging Honored with Government Security Awards

Honored with platinum and gold-level for FocusScan and SecureScan screening solutions.

  • Apr 30, 2015

Milestone Systems Marks Increased UK Investment

Partners and customers to benefit from additional support and training.

  • Apr 30, 2015
Having a Ball on the Show Floor

Having a Ball on the Show Floor

Video Insight, a VMS solutions provider based in Houston, hasn't wasted any time getting to the Mexican and Latin American market. Domingo Martinez, director of marketing, brought his staff to Mexico City for Expo de Seguridad. His goal is to meet with key dealers and integrators.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Apr 30, 2015
Traffic is Horrible

Traffic is Horrible

Day two of the Expo seems to have been a whopping success. The show hall was packed and exhibitors seemed to be busy all day long, or at least from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Apr 30, 2015

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    Automatic Systems, an industry-leading manufacturer of pedestrian and vehicle secure entrance control access systems, is pleased to announce the release of its groundbreaking V07 software. The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications. With the new V07 software, updates will be delivered by means of an encrypted file.

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    Mobile Safe Shield

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