
| Body field communication – new technologies for access control systems Can you imagine locking or unlocking a door simply by touching the doorknob? Or being able print a document by placing one hand on the copy machine and the other on your laptop? It may sound like science fiction but is actually a very real possibility... | |
| The security camera zoom debate: is 36x really better than 18x? Image quality is affected by more than just zoom Surveillance cameras are only as useful as the quality of images they produce. Therefore when selecting cameras for a security system, it is imperative to select one with features... | |
| Blending physical security systems with environmental design for optimised crime prevention solutions Poorly maintained environments send messages that undesirable behaviour will be tolerated Crime prevention is not solely the job of locks on doors or security cameras scanning entranceways. The makeup of a physical environment can... | |
| Protecting financial organisations from emerging security risks with integrated solutions Globalisation and new technologies have led to increased threats for financial organisations The banking and financial sector needs to be constantly prepared to manage an increasing range of security risks, from fraud and... | |
| Security planning and management tips for small businesses Cutting costs on security investments puts small businesses at the risk of criminal activity During tough economic times, many small businesses can be found guilty of neglecting investment in their on-going security... | |
| Growth of High Definition technology in video surveillance market High Definition technology - leading the way for new video security innovations With new technological developments and innovations constantly being made, consumers are able to enjoy the benefits of higher quality products. Better... | |
| Voice recognition – benefits and challenges of this biometric application for access control Consumers prefer voice recognition technology for biometric identification Voice recognition is the most preferred form of biometric identification among consumers. Derek Scheips for ASSA ABLOY Future Labs outlines the... | |
| Why surveillance applications need high resolution images Resolution quality must be considered when assessing surveillance effectiveness Surveillance cameras are becoming more and more commonplace, especially in busy metropolitan locales. Police and detectives hope to reduce crime... | |
| Estimating bandwidth requirements for modern surveillance systems Bandwidth is an important consideration for CCTV systems to reach their full potential Most surveillance systems today transmit data over IP networks. As manufacturers continue to improve the capabilities of CCTV systems, the amount... | |
| End-user challenges to digitalisation and security systems integration: a retail perspective Integration of security systems is a priority for retail sector managers With the assumed digitalisation happening on the end-user side, progressive security systems integrators stress the importance of changing the business concept... | |
| Hotel security demands more investment in latest integrated systems Hoteliers don't give security a high enough priority Security is not as high on the hotel agenda as it should be according to Michael Hartmann, Senior Vice President for Hospitality Solutions with Siemens Building Technologies. Here... | |
| Security management with the convergence of IP & physical security Examining the road to convergence The use of Internet Protocol (IP) in the security industry is increasing but little is known about the relationship between end users and the merger of traditional physical security and IT otherwise... | |
| Extending Ethernet capabilities to enable better network security applications PoE technology allows for safer environments through better security systems Power over Ethernet is both convenient and affordable, says Jonas Rehnberg of ASSA ABLOY Future Labs. The benefits to network security are immense, be it in... | |
| Interoperability of building security systems: Protocols and standards XML, API and web server offer the ability for interoperability between proprietary software Today's facility executive wants to purchase systems and components from various manufacturers and have those components... | |
| The future of intelligent doors HID and Abloy UK are creating the future of intelligent doors At IFSEC 2009, ASSA Abloy launched Hi-O, a new concept for electronic door solutions that improves and simplifies the installation, service and upgrade of access control... | |
| Thermal imaging cameras: a cost effective solution for perimeter protection To obtain complete security on sites night time surveillance must factor as high priority Today, the challenge to video surveillance professionals is to make sure that the CCTV video footage is effective on a 24/7 basis... | |
| Metadata in IP video surveillance and monitoring: operational benefits and cost savings Metadata saves on resources required to store large amounts of data Yu Kitamura, Product Manager, Network Video Monitoring, Sony Europe explains the facts about metadata, and their benefits.All organisations have to face the... | |
| Factors in effective CCTV installations in retail outlets Well defined spec key to cost-effective CCTV installation A report from the West Midlands Police suggests that the quality of up to 80% of CCTV images is so poor that they can't be used for evidential purposes. But it doesn't... | |
| Digital and Network video recorder terminology: Dispelling myths Unclear digital and Network video recorder terminology is perpetrating several myths SourceSecurity.com's Product Editorial Consultant Jennifer Lines dives into the murky waters of video recording and looks at the advent... | |
| Technologies and trends shaping the video security market Security threats keep the demand for advanced security measures high in different industries Terrorism and other security threats around the world are generating high demand for advanced video security solutions that can help detect... |
