Selecting the right VMS is critical for any organization that depends on video surveillance to ensure safety, security and operational efficiency. While many organizations focus on immediate needs such as budget and deployment size, let us review some of the long-term considerations that can significantly impact a VMS's utility and flexibility.
CyCognito recently released new research highlighting critical security vulnerabilities across cloud-hosted assets, revealing that one in three easily exploitable vulnerabilities or misconfigurations are found on cloud assets. As organizations increasingly shift to multi-cloud strategies, the findings underscore significant security gaps that could provide attackers with potential footholds into networks.
CENTEGIX, a leader in wearable duress badges, today announced it has been named an Industry Partner by the Texas Hospital Association (THA), a designation that streamlines access to vetted, high-impact solutions for hospitals and healthcare systems across Texas.
With the ongoing expansion of digital attack surfaces coupled with cost constraints, outdated infrastructure, and a shortage of cybersecurity talent, many businesses are sorely exposed. For most companies, breaches are a matter of when, not if. AI-driven threats further amplify the risk.
- By Ravi Srivatsav
- May 21, 2025
In today's rapidly evolving security landscape, the convergence of on-prem, edge and cloud technologies are critical. The physical security landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid digitalization of buildings and the evolving needs of modern organizations. As the buildings sector pivots towards smart, AI and data-driven operations, the integration of both edge and cloud technology has become crucial.
- By Emma Falck
- May 20, 2025
Everon, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions in the U.S., recently worked with Initiative for Affordable Housing’s re:loom program to upcycle retired uniforms into a unique line of tote bags. Through this initiative, Everon and Initiative for Affordable Housing – an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization that provides services, housing, and employment for area residents in need or experiencing homelessness – demonstrated how collaboration and common values can drive sustainable practices and create a positive impact.
The way organizations manage access control is evolving. Traditional on-premises systems come with high IT and server requirements. At the same time, fully cloud-based solutions may not meet the needs of every facility.
- By Kris Houle
- May 19, 2025
If you work in physical security, you have probably seen it: a camera, access control system, or intrusion detection device installed years ago, humming along without a single update. It is a common scenario that security professionals have come to accept as "normal." But here is the reality: this mindset is actively putting organizations at risk.
- By Will Knehr
- May 19, 2025
Hanwha Vision is delivering a new way for security professionals to manage their surveillance resources with the release of OnCloud, a direct-to-cloud Video Management Software as a Service (VSaaS) platform. OnCloud’s flexible design simplifies the cloud-based user experience, combining scalability and speed with the benefits of edge-based recording and AI analytics – everything needed to streamline an organization's surveillance system, whether it’s across a single facility or multiple sites.
Despite the proliferation of constantly evolving security solutions, there remains a troubling trend among many facility operators who often neglect the most important security assets within their organization. Keys and shared devices like radios, laptops and tablets are crucial to successful operations, yet many operators are managing them haphazardly through outdated storage systems like pegboards and notebooks.
- By Craig Newell
- May 16, 2025