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Specified Symmetry alarms communicate with RISK360 allowing security teams to investigate incidents and produce accurate case management reports AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announces the integration of AMAG’s Symmetry Access Control software with the G4S RISK360 incident and case management software. The integration delive...

 Part 10 of our Security in Healthcare series Ensuring the safety of patients, staff and visitors is no easy task Security integration is more than a buzzword in the hospital and healthcare vertical. Increasingly, it’s a necessity. When creating a safe and secure healthcare environment, end users should look for solutions that not only drive new levels of security and business intelligence but can provide long-term value in the future. Specifically, Kevin...

The Symmetry Blue reader range is used with Android or iOS Smart Phones alongside or in place of traditional cards AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announces the release of Symmetry Blue, the new Bluetooth reader which delivers a highly secure, convenient and intuitive alternative to open doors. The reader combines Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) with card re...

Symmetry GUEST integrates with Symmetry CONNECT and Symmetry Access Control System to provide an optimal security solution AMAG Technology’s Symmetry GUEST visitor management system, a web-based software platform that improves and streamlines the visitor experience while enforcing security policies, now includes several new enhancements to help companies meet compliance, save money, and create an exceptional visitor experience. Symmetry GUEST operates on most tablets, sm...

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) in the United States fosters health insurance coverage for workers and their families, and requires national standards for electronic health care transactions.   The law’s privacy provisions include protection of information related to any individual’s health status, provision of health care, or payment for health care. There are also additional health privacy laws specific to California. Inter...

AMAG's Symmetry Advanced Reporting searches security data to identify anomalies for further investigation, compliance reporting and analysis AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announces the release of two new software features that improve the functionality and reporting capabilities in Symmetry™ v8.1 access control software. &l...

As a certified partner, FLIR’s Latitude VMS integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, welcomes FLIR as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Program. As a certified partner, FLIR’s Latitude Video Management System integrates with AMA...

Part 6 of our Security in Healthcare series Lockdown capabilities are an important aspect of safety and security for hospitals, doctor’s offices and medical facilities Hospitals and healthcare institutions increasingly face a reality of workplace violence, attacks on patients, and threats to doctors and other support staff. When these types of conflicts arise, there is an urgent need to lock the facility down quickly. Security professionals and their teams need...

Part 5 of our Security in Healthcare series It’s difficult for hospital security directors to provide a quantified ROI in an updated security system Several forces are working in favour of greater adoption of hospital security and video surveillance technologies in the healthcare market. “Healthcare facilities and campuses are growing at a rapid rate to accommodate an aging population and the research and development of pharmacology and many different type...

Part 4 of our Security in Healthcare series    Secure visitor management integrated with physical access control systems (PACS) is increasingly popular Controlling visitors to hospitals and healthcare facilities can directly impact security. Traditional methods of visitor management, such as paper visitor logs and handwritten badges are insufficient given today’s variety of security challenges. A hospital using paper-based systems cannot easily cross-c...

 Part 2 of our Security in Healthcare series The future is digital, and analogue systems are a thing of the past – or are they? The fact is, in the healthcare vertical at least, we may still have a way to go before the full potential of IP-based systems is realised. Obstacles include a lack of funding and the challenge of sharing IP bandwidth with other healthcare technologies. Bandwidth competition While many hospitals have invested significantly in IP syst...

Dominion chose AMAG’s Symmetry access control system as it would help them meet NERC CIP requirements Dominion Resources selected AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Access Control System to secure its offices, plant and operations facilities in Virginia and several other states. AMAG Technology is a security solution provider specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based platform solutions and visitor management. Meeting NERC CIP requ...

The integrated access control solution enhances security in the most unobtrusive way AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is pleased to welcome Stone Lock Global as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme.  As a certified partner, Stone Lock Global’s Facial Recognition device integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System.&nbs...

The BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with the majority of leading access control systems BioConnect and Suprema have announced Suprema's launch of the BioConnect Identity Platform. Developed by BioConnect, Suprema's long-standing strategic partner in North America, the BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with majority of the leading access control systems in the global secur...

JR Andrews accepted the Superstar award for Altronix from Bill Bozeman, President & CEO of PSA Security Network PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, has announced the 2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners. The Vendor Award winners were selected by PSA owner companies based on rankings for pricing, shipping, support, lead generation, returns and product performance. PSA’s custom...

March Networks® and AMAG Technology are pleased to announce the certified integration of the March Networks Command™ Enterprise video management solution with AMAG’s Symmetry™ Access Control system. The integration provides organisations with a single, unified IP video surveillance and access control solution that enables better situational awareness, improved risk mitigation and more efficient security system management. March Networks surveillance in Symmetry Virtual Mat...

Quantum Secure, a leading provider of enterprise-grade physical identity and access management (PIAM) solutions, has re-certified their SAFE Software version 4.9 with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry v8.0.2 Access Control Software and future v8.x versions. The integration allows for cardholder synchronisation between SAFE Software and Symmetry software.   Seamless integration between SAFE and Symmetry “Quantum Secure’s continued ability to create advanced technology solutions...

The security market in the United States has been in a collective state of exhilaration since ISC West. The (possibly) unprecedented success of the big trade show has left us all feeling optimistic about the year ahead. Members of our Expert Panel Roundtable are joining the chorus of compliments for the show as they answer this week’s question: How successful was ISC West 2016? Did it meet your expectations?

End users are looking to expand access control beyond its traditional role securing perimeter doors. Innovations such as wireless locks, wi-fi, power-over Ethernet (PoE) and panel-less IP architectures are yielding more flexible solutions for a larger range of locking needs both inside and at the perimeter of an enterprise. Donna Chapman, an ASSA ABLOY Integrated Solutions Specialist, notes that new technologies are increasing how many openings are secured in a building from the current 5 to 15...

It seems every company is seeking to re-invent itself in our changing market. A case in point is AMAG, which has long been associated with access control. Today, AMAG’s proposition to the market is much broader than that, now also encompassing Symmetry CONNECT, a policy-based platform providing safety, security and risk management capabilities enabling organisations to manage their enterprise security functions. This spring, AMAG is introducing Symmetry GUEST, a new identity management sys...

Morse Watchmans’ ISC West exhibit demonstrates how its advanced key management systems create an integrated state-of-the-art security system Product enhancements that add convenience and network security, and an expanded list of integrations and connectivity with leading access control solutions are just some of the innovations featured by Morse Watchmans this week at ISC West. Also on display is a new video that captures the essence of the industry-leading key managemen...

New additions include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories Altronix, the recognised leader in power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, is showcasing new additions to its popular line of Trove™ access and power integration enclosures at ISC West 2016. Additions to the Trove offering include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories,...

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch features security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements Morse Watchmans is introducing enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more secure and more useful for today’s business needs. New features being presented at ISC West include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback. Better cyber security and con...

Attendees will tap into industry trends including security robotics & cybersecurity as well as see what’s new from exhibitors PSA Security Network the world’s largest electronic security cooperative today announced the roster of sponsors for PSA TEC 2106 to be held in Westminster, CO on May 9-12, 2016. For 2016, TEC goes “Beyond the Edge,” offering educational programmes focused on industry trends and polishing attendees’ business acumen with...

ZKAccess teamed up with Lenel, AMAG, RS2, and Schneider-Electric to provide advanced integrated biometric solutions Technology partnerships and product integration are quickly reshaping the scope of security solutions in the marketplace. ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is forging numerous integration offerings and proving how powerful meaningful technology partnerships can be. ZKAccess has teamed up with several industry leaders, includi...

AMAG Technology has released Symmetry™ V8.1 Access Control software. Symmetry V8.1 is available in all product editions:  Symmetry Business, Professional, Enterprise, Homeland and Global.  Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-end software platform so users can manage all their security needs while reducing risk and meeting industry compliance. Full integration with VMS “The Symmetry V8.1 upgrade delivers many access control, intrusion and video enhancem...

ISC West is on the immediate horizon, and I asked several industry players what they expect new and different at the industry’s big show. The answers included buzz-worthy topics from Big Data to the Internet of Things, but also mention of a perennial industry theme – integration. Video embracing social media? Tom Chamard, Executive Vice President of Sales, Salient Systems, expects social media to emerge as a larger topic of interest at ISC West, especially considering how social...

Symmetry GUEST enhances visitor experience while helping organisations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs AMAG Technology has released Symmetry™ GUEST, a new web-based visitor management system that speeds the flow of visitors while improving customer service. Symmetry GUEST enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organisations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs. Demonstrations of the software will be availabl...

Justin will be responsible for management and leadership of all sales activities in Eastern North America AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, has hired Justin Wilmas as its Director of Sales, East Region. This newly created position will provide additional support and exceptional customer service to Symmetry resellers, consultants and end users, and Justin will be responsible for the management...

Jim will work out of the Torrance, California office, and will report to COO, Howard Johnson AMAG Technology is proud to welcome Jim Cisneros as Vice President, Technical Services.  Jim will oversee all aspects of the Technical Services team globally, including Technical Support, Professional Services and Education/Training. He will work out of the Torrance, California office, and will report to Chief Operating Officer, Howard Johnson. Background in IT services “I...