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Are We All in on Security

I suppose it’s only a matter of time before another obscene, violent act will make headlines across the world. I do not wish for this, but these days it seems to be one wave after another.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2017
Maintaining Customer Trust

Maintaining Customer Trust

There are a few things you should know about the consulting business in the security industry. First, it is a must to be a trusted security advisor.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2017

Making the Case

Established security integrators often deal with prospects who are also considering solutions that let them eliminate live monitoring and keep an eye on their homes via smartphone.

  • By Robert Ogle
  • Nov 01, 2017
It’s a Woman’s World

It’s a Woman’s World

As with the technology in the industry, times are changing and Nancy Ford, and many other women, are now filling the rank and file of a booming industry.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2017
The New First Responder

The New First Responder

People are constantly on the move—particularly in busy transit hubs—and passengers need to know where they should be and by when.

  • By L. William Nattress III
  • Nov 01, 2017
Biometric Ideas

Biometric Ideas

To best leverage the advantages of biometrics, integrators should follow the tips outlined below to take advantage of the primary benefits of biometrics, which are enhanced security and convenience.

  • By Larry Reed
  • Nov 01, 2017

Getting A Hold On The Bandwith

More than a decade ago, it was all about analog cameras. My, how times have changed. By 2010, IP-based cameras were taking over the security duties, and doing a good job, but there were challenges.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2017

Putting the Customer First

Boxerbaum was driven by good work and making the world a more secure place, but he also was a techie interested in futuristic gadgets.

  • By Ralph C. Jensen
  • Nov 01, 2017


Its Not Just A Turnstile

Its Not Just A Turnstile

Many professionals in the security industry today tend to use the word “turnstile” to refer to all security entrances, when, in fact, there are actually multiple types of entrances for different applications, industries and levels of security.

  • By Greg Schreiber
  • Nov 01, 2017

Retail Under Fire

A recent data security report, published by Thales, revealed that 62 percent of all retailers worldwide have experienced a data breach within the past year.

  • By Miguel Gracia
  • Nov 01, 2017

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    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

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