Notes from Norstrom

Security is most effective when it is invisible yet invincible. Today, Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) have evolved into an auditable, policy-driven layer of enterprise risk management—where every door event is a data point, and every credential decision is a control. Standards and frameworks increasingly expect this: ISO/IEC 27001:2022 explicitly calls for physical security perimeters to prevent unauthorised physical access to information and associated assets, pushing organisatio...

Minuteman Security & Life Safety, a provider of integrated security and life-safety solutions across critical infrastructure, data centres, healthcare, education, and enterprise environments, announces the appointment of Eric Joseph as Global Director of Business Development and Strategy. In this role, Eric will lead Minuteman’s vertical market strategy, strengthen national partnerships, and accelerate the company’s expansion across key U.S. regions. His appointment reflects Min...

dormakaba participates in SwiftConnect Inc. as a strategic investor. SwiftConnect's platform ​​integrates identity and physical access into a streamlined and effortless experience, bringing​​​ ​systems and​​ spaces into its flexible connected access network.​​ SwiftConnect ​​automates traditionally manual workflows and​​ connects existing access systems, identity ​​providers​​, and IT systems to form an open​, unified​ network. Companies can​ streamline and​ centrally manage​ the full​ mobile​...

ABUS UK has strengthened its team with a series of strategic appointments, highlighting its commitment to sustainable growth and continued investment in people, structure and capability to deliver exceptional customer service. Julian Williams joins ABUS in a national role, working closely with key accounts to develop long-term partnerships. Bringing a wealth of experience across merchants and the wider hardware sector, Julian will spend time understanding customers’ priorities and helping...

Gunnebo Entrance Control has launched NexGate, a compact entrance control solution designed to support retailers with secure, efficient movement through self-checkout environments. NexGate has been engineered specifically for high-traffic retail checkout zones. Its sliding leaf mechanism creates a controlled physical barrier that remains closed until a valid receipt or barcode is presented, reinforcing exit validation without introducing friction into the customer journey. Robust loss preventi...

Gallagher Security has appointed Josh Arnold as Chief Product Officer, bringing his extensive experience across New Zealand, Europe, and the US to lead the innovation of Gallagher’s product portfolio.  Industry change and opportunity Gallagher Security Chief Executive Mark Junge says the appointment signals an exciting new chapter for Gallagher, at a time of significant industry change and opportunity. “I'm delighted to welcome Josh to Gallagher as Chief Product Officer. With...

RAD Security, a behavioural cloud detection and response company, and Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, announces a partnership. Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as RAD Security’s Public Sector distributor, making the company’s AI-driven security platform available to the Public Sector through Carahsoft’s reseller partners and NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) V, Information Technology Enterprise Solutio...

System Surveyor, the foremost digital system design platform for security and technology integrators, announced the launch of the System Surveyor Integration Marketplace and System Surveyor Connectors, a major platform expansion that enables end users and integrators to integrate their most important business software applications with System Surveyor’s best-in-class site survey and system design platform.  User access Through System Surveyor Connectors, users now have access to out...

Schlage, a pioneer in door hardware innovation for over a century, introduces the third limited-edition collection from Pin & TumblerTM A Studio by Schlage — The Aspect Collection. This collection innovates the interior door hardware market with bold, geometric designs that fuse solid forms with warmth and ease. Features Inspired by the design style of Soft Brutalism, the Aspect Collection features powerful lines and purposeful movement to create a dynamic visual effect.  From...

HID, a global pioneer in trusted identity solutions, today released its 2026 State of Security and Identity Report, revealing how organisations worldwide are fundamentally reshaping their approach to identity management. Based on insights from more than 1,500 security and IT professionals, end users and industry partners, the research shows that security leaders are focused on how to manage identities in ways that build trust, strengthen protection and preserve user choice across increasin...

Teleport has been selected for the Futuriom 50 (2026) — marking Teleport’s second consecutive year on the list and recognition as an AI Infrastructure Leader. Helping customers navigate AI adoption Futuriom Founder and Principal Analyst Scott Raynovich highlighted Teleport’s differentiated approach to identity-based security for infrastructure, cloud, and AI access, “Teleport is a leading innovator in identity-based security for managing infrastructure, cloud, and AI ac...

Zimperium, the world pioneer in mobile security, issued an advisory regarding Keenadu, a newly disclosed firmware-level Android backdoor that embeds itself deep within device software, bypassing traditional mobile security controls and exposing organisations to persistent, high-risk compromise. About Keenadu Unlike conventional mobile malware delivered through malicious apps, Keenadu integrates directly into device firmware and injects itself into the Android Zygote process, the parent process...

Schlage, America’s Most Trusted Lock Brand1 and pioneer in door hardware innovation for over a century, together with NterNow, a leading on-demand, self-guided tour software platform for single-family properties, are showcasing solutions in the Schlage booth at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando.  NterNow recently joined Schlage as part of the Allegion portfolio – providing a first-ever opportunity at IBS 2026 for builders and show attendees to experie...

Techstrong Group, in collaboration with DigiCert, a global provider of intelligent trust, announces the winners of the inaugural Quantum Security 25, which recognises 25 individuals whose work is shaping the future of quantum security. The Quantum Security 25 shines a spotlight on leaders across research, standards development, product innovation, public policy, and enterprise strategy who are shaping how the industry safely prepares for the post-quantum era. As quantum computing advances and p...

Accredit Solutions announces the launch of Accredit Visit, a purpose-built visitor and contractor management system designed to extend the operational control of high-stakes events into everyday stadium and venue visitor management. On match days, stadiums maintain rigorous security perimeters. Yet for the remaining 300+ days of the year, many still rely on manual processes or paper logs to manage site access. Accredit Visitor addresses this operational blind spot by applying consistent, event-...

Centrios continues to expand its radically simplified access control platform with the introduction of the Centrios Exit Trim — purpose-built for doors that require an Exit Device. Exit Device openings are some of the most common in a commercial space. Front entrances. Rear exits. Stairwells. Employee-only corridors. They’re required for life safety, yet they’re often the last openings to be modernised because upgrading them feels complex. App-based management experience The...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announces the deployment of its SecurOS® Soffit pedestrian safety system in Kodiak, Alaska. This pilot project, launched by the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) on Rezanof Drive near Cope Street, marks the first installation of the Soffit in the state. The deployment addresses a critical safety challenge unique to the region: long periods of darkn...

OSI Systems, Inc. announced that its Security division’s Itemiser® 4DX and new Itemiser 5X trace detection systems have achieved ECAC/EU G1 approval, meeting the highest European standards for aviation security. This approval reflects compliance with the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) and European Commission requirements for trace detection systems, supporting enhanced security for airline passengers. Meeting global secrity standards “Achieving ECAC approval and E...

The German video technology manufacturer Dallmeier will present its intelligent video solutions for casinos at booth T1 during the World Game Protection Conference (WGPC) in Las Vegas from March 03 to 05. Highlights include the new Panomera® V8 multifocal sensor camera, AI-based video analytics, CAT Casino Automation Technology, and the Hemisphere® SeMSy® video management system. Today’s casinos need to monitor not only the gaming floor environment, but also expansive outdoor...

Danube Dynamics and Aspöck Systems automate complex lamp inspections using adaptive AI and IDS industrial cameras to ensure accuracy, flexibility, and full traceability under real production conditions. Production companies are under enormous pressure today: Customers are demanding more and more variants, delivery times are shrinking, error rates must not increase, and traditional visual inspections quickly reach their limits. AI-supported image processing Visual quality control is becom...

Wavestore announces the release of WaveView v6.46, the latest evolution of its video management platform designed to help security teams transform complex operational data into clear, real-time situational awareness. The release strengthens WaveView’s ability to centralise, visualise and act on information across large, distributed environments - enabling operators to identify risks faster, make better decisions, and respond with confidence. Making better decisions “Security envir...

Historically, physical security systems have protected retail companies’ assets, people, and profits. Security prevents theft (shrinkage), while maintaining order and ensuring a safe environment for customers and staff. Today’s retail business is changing by leaps and bounds, driven in large part by technology advances. Newer physical security systems are finding new ways to deter crime and provide operational data, in the process preserving brand reputation and ensuring the business...

AlgoSec, a global cybersecurity pioneer, reported its best year ever with strong year-over-year annual recurring revenue growth, a gross dollar retention rate exceeding 90% and 37% year-over-year new business growth in 2025. The results reflect continued demand for greater visibility and control over application connectivity across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Founded in 2004, AlgoSec has maintained positive cash flow and remained debt-free throughout its history. Automating applicatio...

Banking is built on change. The financial services landscape is evolving faster than ever, as mobile adoption, digital transactions, and customer expectations continue to accelerate. Success in this space now depends on more than keeping pace — it’s about anticipating what comes next and building the agility to move with it. At the same time, financial institutions face the dual challenge of transformation and trust. They must modernise operations, integrate emerging technologies, a...

AMAG Technology™ is excited to announce the release of Symmetry™ CONNECT 2.0, the next evolution of its identity-first approach to physical access administration. Mergers, acquisitions, global growth, and decentralised operations often leave organisations with a patchwork of access control systems that are difficult to manage, increase risk, and slow response. Multiple access systems Through AMAG’s partnership with SwiftConnect, Symmetry CONNECT 2.0 streamlines identity mana...

Hanwha Vision, a global vision solution provider is releasing ConfigPro, a new device management and configuration tool for simplifying large-scale security installations. Engineered for enterprise and multi-site environments, ConfigPro lets integrators and system designers efficiently configure, manage, and maintain thousands of devices simultaneously from a centralised interface. Built on a server-client architecture, ConfigPro reduces installation time and minimises on-site configuration err...

Telaeris, Inc., a provider of handheld solutions for Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), announces a strategic partnership with DDS Ltd. to deliver a native integration between Telaeris’ XPressEntry platform and the Amadeus 8 access control and security management platform. This partnership extends the reach of access control beyond fixed readers, enabling organisations to securely validate credentials, verify identities, and account for personnel in the field using XPressEntry handhe...

Acquisitions are often billed as moments of bold opportunity. For senior executives and boards, these deals are about accelerating growth, unlocking synergies, and strengthening competitive advantage. But for the teams responsible for making operations run safely and smoothly — including physical security — acquisitions can feel like controlled chaos. Decisions happen without warning, details are opaque, and the ripple effects of choices made in the boardroom cascade down through ev...

Accelerating into a new era of intelligence-first security, IQSIGHT is the evolution of Bosch Video Systems, delivering the perfect synergy of trusted engineering and real-time visual intelligence, empowering organisations to see clearly, act confidently, and improve outcomes in environments where every second matters. IQSIGHT is expanding AI-enabled video capabilities designed to eliminate blind spots and enable faster, data-driven decision making. While the brand has progressed, its foundatio...

Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has announced that Ken Francis, former President of Eagle Eye Networks and CEO of Actuate, has joined the company to focus on the continued unification of DMP’s products with video surveillance and artificial intelligence. Francis is a seasoned security-technology executive with more than 20 years of experience leading global product, go-to-market, and channel expansion to commercialise cloud and vision-AI solutions. He has scaled global partner ecosystem...