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Making the Case

When budgets are tight, everyone in the organization gets more strategic in order to make the case for their share of the company’s resources.

  • By Dan Cremins
  • Nov 01, 2014

Creating a One-Stop Security Shop

Paul Accardo, the manager of marketing communications at LiftMaster, discusses the company’s newest app technologies, as well as the future of home connectivity and app integration.

  • By Jamie Friedlander
  • Nov 01, 2014

The Largest Mass Transit Deployment

Helping the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) reduce violent crime and robberies by up to 35 percent was a mission Sentry 360 relished. Providing their Ultra HD surveillance cameras and systems, the Plainfield, Ill., camera manufacturer was involved in the largest 360-degree install in mass transit history.

  • By Sara Svendsen
  • Nov 01, 2014


Security in All Forms

We have learned via the news recently that security comes in many forms and fashions; included are risk management and contingency planning.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2014

Leverage Home Automation

The connected home is emerging as an exploding market sector for security dealers and integrators. In simple terms, a connected home connects smart devices, lights, thermostats and appliances, links them together, and controls them with centralized interfaces.

  • By Pat Comunale
  • Nov 01, 2014

Exacq Technologies Adds Higher Performance, Reliability and Capacity with Latest Z-Series Recorders

Company's most powerful video recorders provide increased reliability with new features.

  • Oct 31, 2014

Honeywell Adds Schlage AD Series Locking Systems to Pro Watch Access Control Suite

This eliminates the need to run wires to each access point and reduces time and associated labor costs.

  • Oct 31, 2014

Adams Rite Adds Dual Lever Hardware to RITE Door

New TRUE Wood RITE door available in three types with a variety of product options available.

  • Oct 31, 2014

Pelco by Schneider Electric and Avaya Team Up

Delivering high-performance, IP video surveillance solutions to their joint customers.

  • Oct 31, 2014

Honeywell Develops Wireless Fire Sensing System

Wireless fire sensing devices integrate with existing fire alarm systems to protect challenging applications and high-cost installations and building expansions.

  • Oct 31, 2014

Smartvue Corporation Honored with Product of the Year Award

S9M Cloud Video Surveillance Server receives New Product of the Year award for Best Cloud Video Surveillance Solution from Security Products magazine.

  • Oct 31, 2014
European Union Holds Largest-Ever Cyber-Security Exercise

European Union Holds Largest-Ever Cyber-Security Exercise

The European Network and Information Security Agency coordinated an exercise based in Athens.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 31, 2014
BadUSB is Haunting Cyber Space

Howling about Halloween Safety

Security Today and Protect America have partnered to bring you a fun and festive Halloween Twitter chat about keeping parents, kids and pets safe during this time of witches flying on broomsticks, the pitter-pat of little ghost and ghoul feet and candy, candy, candy! Join us to learn some awesome safety tips as well as the chance to win treats by answering trivia questions throughout the chat! No tricks here, just treats!

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 31, 2014
Customers Concerned about Security in CurrentC vs. Apple Debate

Customers Concerned about Security in CurrentC vs. Apple Debate

Customers are worried about the safety of their banking information.

  • By Matt Holden
  • Oct 30, 2014

Mission 500 Launches in Canada at Security Canada Central

Raising more funds for children in need.

  • Oct 30, 2014

Key Systems, Inc. Certifies with AMAG Technology

Now a certified partner, Global Facilities Management System (GFMS) Integrator software is certified with Symmetry V8 Security Management System.

  • Oct 30, 2014

ASSA ABLOY Announces Sponsorship of Safe and Sound Initiative

Empowering communities to improve the safety and security of their schools.

  • Oct 30, 2014
US Heightens Security at Federal Buildings Nationwide

US Heightens Security at Federal Buildings Nationwide

Responding to recent fatal shooting at Canadian Parliament building, security measures are stepping up in America.

  • By Ginger Hill
  • Oct 29, 2014

Featured

  • Report: 47 Percent of Security Service Providers Are Not Yet Using AI or Automation Tools

    Trackforce, a provider of security workforce management platforms, today announced the launch of its 2025 Physical Security Operations Benchmark Report, an industry-first study that benchmarks both private security service providers and corporate security teams side by side. Based on a survey of over 300 security professionals across the globe, the report provides a comprehensive look at the state of physical security operations. Read Now

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  • Identity Governance at the Crossroads of Complexity and Scale

    Modern enterprises are grappling with an increasing number of identities, both human and machine, across an ever-growing number of systems. They must also deal with increased operational demands, including faster onboarding, more scalable models, and tighter security enforcement. Navigating these ever-growing challenges with speed and accuracy requires a new approach to identity governance that is built for the future enterprise. Read Now

  • Eagle Eye Networks Launches AI Camera Gun Detection

    Eagle Eye Networks, a provider of cloud video surveillance, recently introduced Eagle Eye Gun Detection, a new layer of protection for schools and businesses that works with existing security cameras and infrastructure. Eagle Eye Networks is the first to build gun detection into its platform. Read Now

  • Report: AI is Supercharging Old-School Cybercriminal Tactics

    AI isn’t just transforming how we work. It’s reshaping how cybercriminals attack, with threat actors exploiting AI to mass produce malicious code loaders, steal browser credentials and accelerate cloud attacks, according to a new report from Elastic. Read Now

  • Pragmatism, Productivity, and the Push for Accountability in 2025-2026

    Every year, the security industry debates whether artificial intelligence is a disruption, an enabler, or a distraction. By 2025, that conversation matured, where AI became a working dimension in physical identity and access management (PIAM) programs. Observations from 2025 highlight this turning point in AI’s role in access control and define how security leaders are being distinguished based on how they apply it. Read Now

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    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • 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.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.