In 2023, managing financial resources is increasingly critical for everyone. A key to affordable smart security is to use automated and intelligent tools to reduce costs. In municipalities, the idea is to use smart video surveillance systems to trigger event notifications and reduce the need to pay large numbers of staff to watch all the cameras, all the time.
- By Mark Espenschied
- Sep 18, 2023
Of the many challenges plaguing the security industry today, stricter compliance regulations are a top concern for many administrators. A main reason for this is because the longer data must be retained, the longer the window of opportunity for a cyberattack grows.
- By David Boland
- Sep 18, 2023
At the core of any hospital's successful operation are its diligent staff members. These individuals, ranging from receptionists to nurses and doctors, work tirelessly to deliver the best possible care experience for their patients.
- By Christina Molt Wengel
- Sep 18, 2023
The use of body-worn cameras (BWCs) by law enforcement officers has gained significant attention and popularity. These small cameras, usually attached to an officer's uniform or equipment, record audio and video footage of interactions with the public.
- By David O’Connor
- Sep 18, 2023
The cloud continues to be a major topic of discussion across the security and surveillance industry. Cloud adoption rates are continuing to increase as many customers move past earlier concerns about cloud security and reliability and begin to realize the significant benefits that come with the cloud: efficiency, scale, and cost savings.
- By Aaron Saks
- Sep 18, 2023
Walk the GSX or ISC West show floor and you will see ample evidence that cloud has arrived. Cloud (and cloud-like) video surveillance providers are entering the market and exhibiting at trade shows.
- By Hans Kahler
- Sep 18, 2023
Security organizations are sitting on a goldmine of data collected by cameras, VMS, access control systems (ACS), automated license plate recognition (ALPR), intrusion systems and other connected devices.
- By Charles Pitman
- Sep 18, 2023
Following final passage of Senate Bill 244 by the state legislature on Sept. 13, 2023, California will become the third and largest U.S. state to adopt “right to repair” legislation broadly applicable to manufacturers of electronic devices. The bill now heads to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for signature. Due to efforts led by the Security Industry Association (SIA) with support from industry partners, the California bill’s measures specifically exclude alarm and fire protection systems, which cover electronic products provided by security and life safety manufacturers.
According to the first-ever World Security Report, large, global companies lost a combined $1 trillion in revenue in 2022 due to physical security incidents. Economic unrest is expected to be the greatest security-impacting hazard in the next 12 months, a significant increase on the prior year.
As students continue to live more digitally, understanding what they’re posting should be an important part of any school security plan. A Tuesday GSX education session, “School Safety in 2023: Three Proven Concepts That Save Lives with Realistic, Affordable, and Modern Applications,” emphasized how a digital footprint can be used to better assess the seriousness of any threats.
- By Brent Dirks
- Sep 14, 2023
I guess I’m not the only person who relies on a smartphone to count every step at a tradeshow. It makes for interesting conversation when a group of people get together, pull out their smartphones and read who has logged the most miles.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 14, 2023
And GSX 2023 in Dallas, Texas, is officially in the books! I’d like to extend a hearty congratulations and a sincere thank-you to our partners in this year’s Live From program—HID (Booth 2209) and IPVideo (Booth 3245)!
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 14, 2023
This year’s Live From partners, HID (Booth 2209) and IPVideo (Booth 3245), kept Monday’s momentum going strong at Day 2 of GSX in Dallas, Texas. Remember to keep tabs on our GSX Live 2023 landing page for the latest updates from the show floor—as well as @CampusSecur on the social media site formerly known as Twitter for photos, videos, and product demonstrations.
- By Matt Jones
- Sep 13, 2023
My knees are completely worn out but with my trusty cane, I was able to navigate the GSX show floor. I’m impressed with attendance, moreover the quality of attendees seeking new technology and security solutions.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 13, 2023
Law enforcement agencies have extensively deployed body-worn cameras to help better capture interactions with citizens and document emergencies. But the market for the technology continues to grow outside of law enforcement. And at GSX 2023, Axis is highlighting an expanded lineup of cameras for other sectors including retail, healthcare, and more.
- By Brent Dirks
- Sep 13, 2023
That first day on any tradeshow floor is always grueling. How was your first day?
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 12, 2023
The first day of GSX 2023 in Dallas, Texas, is in the books, and both of our partners in this year’s Live From program came out swinging. The booths for HID (2209) and IPVideo (3245) were packed solid from about mid-morning until closing time, debuting both new products and expanded versions of previous offerings.
- By Matt Jones
- Sep 12, 2023
Quanergy Solutions, a leading provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, has established a strategic partnership with PowerStack, the global leader in off-grid smart power poles.