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In response to delta, 63% of small to medium-sized enterprises have taken steps regarding mandating COVID-19 vaccine by JumpCloud

JumpCloud announced the findings from its recent survey, “2021 Impact of COVID-19 on SMEs.” With global changes in the workplace due to COVID-19 and the Delta variant, small and medium-sized enterprises are continuing to adjust their workplace models. The survey results detail the impact of the Delta variant of COVID-19 on SMEs, how SMEs are making adjustments to the workplace, and what the future of the SME workplace might look like. JumpCloud’s 2021 Impact of COVID-19 on SME...

SALTO to exhibit its latest access control innovations at The Security Event

SALTO will exhibit its latest access control innovations at The Security Event at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham on 7-9 September. “With a welcome return to live exhibitions after the pandemic, we’re looking forward to showcasing our latest access control products and software that deliver an unrivalled keyless experience,” says SALTO UK Managing Director, Ramesh Gurdev. “SALTO continues to push boundaries, to expand the envelope of what is possible and how w...

inter airport Europe 2021, international exhibition for airport professionals runs live in Munich

inter airport Europe, the B2B event brand for the international airport sector is going ahead with the first major live event for the entire airport industry, providing a much-needed opportunity for airports, airlines, air cargo carriers, and aviation-support specialists to meet with the innovation drivers in airport technology in their endeavour to exchange solutions how to return strong from the crisis. Currently, 226 exhibitors from 29 countries have already registered their participation, w...

Global MSC Security announces that Peter Goodman will share how home office ACE initiative addresses public safety

Global MSC Security announces that former Chief Constable of Derbyshire Constabulary and now a Strategic Advisor to the Home Office’s Accelerated Capability Environment (ACE) initiative, Peter Goodman OBE QPM, will participate in the Global MSC Security Conference and Exhibition 2021. The event takes place in Bristol on Tuesday 19th October and this year focuses on the use of artificial intelligence in the surveillance industry. During his 33 years’ service working across three poli...

Anviz launches CrossChex cloud; biometric time and attendance systems not as expensive as one might think

A time attendance system can help to keep a close eye on an employee’s working hours, prevent time theft by accurately tracking and recording employees’ time and attendance. A biometric time attendance system allows employees to clock in quickly and easier compare to the standard system and eliminate “buddy punching” in advance to the traditional time card system. A complete biometric time attendance system includes both hardware and software. Include the electronic div...

Anviz Global announces the products to be discontinued and their replacement models

Anviz Global is dedicated to providing the highest quality solutions to customers. Their commitment to quality includes proactive management of the Anviz Global’s product lifecycle, in order to ensure a streamlined portfolio that helps users easily select the right solution for each application. Operational efficiency This process also provides operational efficiencies for Anviz Global and their partners, helping them to deliver on their commitment, to improve the way enterprises do busi...

Indusface adds behavioural application DDOS protection offering to their AppTrana product

Indusface, an application security SaaS company that continually detects security risks, provides real-time protection, and improves the performance of applications, announces that it is adding behavioural application DDOS protection offering to its product, AppTrana. Application DDOS attacks are sophisticated and hard to mitigate. Simple rate-limiting rules are insufficient allowing sophisticated attacks to fly under the radar. With AppTrana's behavioural application DDOS protection, built on...

Biometric time and attendance systems aren’t as expensive as a user might think, as per Anviz

A time attendance system can help users keep a close eye on an employee’s working hours, prevent time theft by accurately tracking and recording employees’ time and attendance. A biometric time attendance system allows the employees to clock in quickly and easier compare to the standard system and eliminate “buddy punching” in advance to the traditional time card system. Biometric time attendance system A complete biometric time attendance system includes both hardware...

HID Global acquires Omni-ID to expand business and presence in India and China

HID Global, a provider of trusted identity solutions, announces that it has acquired Omni-ID, a manufacturer of RFID tags and industrial IoT hardware devices for passive and active tagging, tracking, monitoring, and alerting applications. The acquisition extends HID’s market leadership in RFID technology and strengthens its presence in India and China. “I am very pleased to welcome Omni-ID into the ASSA ABLOY Group and HID,” said Björn Lidefelt, EVP and Head of HID Global...

Specialist security integrators offer effective video analytics adoption, new study by NW Security finds

A new NW Security study of 103 medium and large-sized firms across England with existing CCTV systems, found that where an external security systems installer, integrator, or security management company is involved, some key video analytics has been much more widely adopted and deployed. Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) is already deployed in nearly two-thirds (62%) of existing CCTV systems across the country where security systems management...

Xerafy explains how healthcare providers leverage IoT for their consumables and medical supplies

Managing inventories of consumables and medical supplies come with a number of challenges for healthcare providers and some have been stepping up their games with IoT solutions. Healthcare providers are dedicating significant resources to the management of their consumables and medical supplies, commensurate with the challenges presented by the task as well as its critical nature when it comes to patient safety. Replenishing inventories, balancing costly inventory excess vs. patient-critical su...

Hikvision announces technology partnership with Yeastar for IP-based video intercom integration

Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competency, announced a new technology partnership with Yeastar for IP-based video intercom integration. The integration provides a convenient solution for SME (small-medium enterprise) customers to remotely control and manage their intercom systems, as well as communicate with visitors. Remote communication Usually for SME customers, if all employees are out of the office, welcoming visitors is nearly impossible. But the integration o...

Anviz launches Secu365, a cloud-based intuitive physical security platform, specially built to protect businesses

For business owners, their business is more than just their livelihood, it's the culmination of years spent dreaming and planning. With that in mind, it only makes sense to protect the business with the smartest security system on the market. A report by security market analysts, Omdia has highlighted the potential growth of an integrated physical security as a service (PsaaS) system. Omdia forecasts that the global PsaaS market was estimated to be worth US$ 1.5 billion in 2020. The market for...

Anviz gives 5 reasons to choose a cloud-based time attendance system

Staff is the most important and expensive resource for most businesses. Business owners are aware that they should manage their workforce more effectively to get the most out of their investment as the price increases of labor. Today, sophisticated time and attendance solutions can manage everything you need remotely. The cloud-based solution can secure data and provide advanced control and access to rota planning and time management. In this article, Anviz talks about 5 reasons why a user shou...

Anviz launches Secu365, a cloud-based intuitive security platform built to protect business

Business is more than just a livelihood–it's the culmination of years spent dreaming and planning. With that in mind, it only makes sense to protect the business with the smartest security system on the market. Reported by security market analysts from Omdia have highlighted the potential growth of integrated physical security as a service (PsaaS) system. Omdia forecasts that the world PsaaS market was estimated to be worth $1.5 billion in 2020. The market for integrated PSaaS solutions w...

Snake Keylogger enters top 10 for first time in CPR's July 2021 most wanted malware

Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a provider of cybersecurity solutions globally, has published its latest Global Threat Index for July 2021. Researchers report that while Trickbot is still the most prevalent malware, Snake Keylogger, which was first detected in November 2020, has surged into second place following an intense phishing campaign. Keylogger and credential stealer Snake Keylogger is a modular .NET keylogger and...

Xerafy explains how data centres are re-architectured for automation with RFID technology

Data centres have utilised barcodes and paper inventory to keep track of IT Assets. The combination of physical labour and human error causes excessive inventory time and widens the possibility of inventory omissions with a productivity cost and monetary loss. At the end of each fiscal quarter, financial institutions, large scale manufacturers, and content delivery network providers need to account for every server that is currently in service, has been moved, replaced, needs replacement, and a...

ASSA ABLOY acquires Capitol Door Service to strengthen their business in the Western U.S

ASSA ABLOY acquires Capitol Door Service, a pedestrian door distributor, and service company in California, Nevada, and Arizona. "I am very pleased to welcome Capitol Door Service into the ASSA ABLOY Group. I welcome this complementary addition, specialising in entrance automation, to our business,” says Nico Delvaux, President, and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Strong market position “Capitol Door Service with its strong market position will further strengthen our geographic coverage in Wes...

Security Industry Association names six recipients for the 2021 SIA Women in Security Forum scholarship

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named six recipients for the 2021 SIA Women in Security Forum scholarship – a program developed by the SIA Women in Security Forum to further educational opportunities and promote advancement for the widest spectrum of people possible in the security industry. In the 2021 scholarship program – open to employees of SIA member companies and SIA student members – each honouree will be awarded $10,000 to use toward continuing education a...

ASSA ABLOY introduces ‘Upgrade Your Openings’ program to address the changing needs of building occupants

ASSA ABLOY introduces its ‘Upgrade Your Openings’ program to support facility managers in addressing the changing needs of building occupants. With businesses, offices, and schools continuing to return to the workplace, efforts are being made to integrate touchless and automated solutions to create safer, healthier environments. Latest building requirements As part of the initiative, ASSA ABLOY is helping building managers address three emerging trends affecting commercial spaces...

Genetec introduces new generation of SharpV ALPR cameras

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions announced the next generation of its AutoVu™ SharpV ALPR (Automatic Licence Plate Recognition) camera. This new version provides a future-proof fixed ALPR solution that can be deployed anywhere easily. It is built to deliver machine learning-based ALPR and vehicle analytics on the edge, ensuring high performance in all conditions. ALPR installation and application Desi...

Hikvision's launches ColorVu technology to get sharper imaging with brighter colour, 24 hours a day

Security breaches are not governed by the seasons, by the weather, and certainly not by the time of day. They can occur at any time, and often under the cover of darkness when traditional, black-and-white security cameras with infrared lighting are unable to capture events clearly enough to collect clear evidence or respond effectively. Hikvision has expanded its full-colour camera range with ColorVu technology. This offers a much better visual experience than traditional cameras, providing acc...

Ramtech looks to global growth with new owners

Ramtech, the innovative UK wireless safety, and security solutions business, has been bought by Halma plc. The acquisition by Halma will support Ramtech’s ambitions to enter new global markets and invest in a substantial product roadmap. Halma plc is a global group of life-saving technology companies whose purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner healthier future for everyone, every day. Ramtech will join several companies in the safety and fire detection markets that are part of the FTSE 100...

3xLOGIC to host a webinar to showcase their video releases in thermal imaging, camera analytics for dealers and integrators

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated, intelligent security solutions, will host an upcoming webinar to showcase its latest video releases in thermal imaging, camera analytics, VIGIL CLOUD features and enhancements, and more for dealers and integrators. During the hour-long webinar, scheduled for Thursday, August 12, at 2 p.m. ET, the company will introduce several new products and updates. Additionally, 3xLOGIC will also provide insight into how dealers can position and sell these new soluti...

Axis Online Events: A season of thought-provoking discussion and debate

Axis’ Dominic Jones reviews the recent program of online events covering a wide range of industry topics and garnering much attention from partners, customers, and prospects alike. When the COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to running physical events, it was a natural and exciting step for Axis to launch and host its own Axis Online Events. In the first half of 2021, Axis has brought together key industry speakers alongside Axis’ own experts to discuss in a virtual setting a range o...

The annual SALTO partner awards 2021

The SALTO Partner Awards program is an annual recognition of its valued business partners who work hard to contribute to the success of SALTO and its customers. The 2021 SALTO Partner Award winners are listed below, congratulations on a job well done. Eagle award Netronix Integration, Southwest/California Regional partners of the year Hogan Security Group, Northeast/New Jersey Advanced Door Solutions, Greater New York City/New York Computer Telephone Technologies, Mid-Atlantic/Virgi...

SALTO acquires Gantner to strengthen access control solutions portfolio

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, acquired Gantner Electronic Austria Holding GmbH in October 2020. Strengthening access control solutions Having one of the broadest product portfolios in access control worldwide, SALTO can fulfil virtually every technical and functional requirement for a variety of business needs including education, hospitality, healthcare, retail, residential, and more. SALTO’s access control management software provides an intuiti...

All-in-one rental solution from Interphone removes the need to compromise on building security systems

Interphone has launched an all-in-one rental solution that enables building owners and occupiers to adopt the latest building security systems without the need for a large initial capital outlay. This unique finance package will be available for any type of commercial or public sector property, with flexible agreement terms to suit most operating budgets and cash flow, while also providing added protection against unforeseen maintenance or support costs. Installing latest equipment “The...

Boon Edam announces that their most in-demand entrance products are now available on BSD SpecLink

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneer in security entrances and architectural revolving doors, announces that its most in-demand entrance products are now available on SpecLink, an online specification platform to help architects, engineers, specifiers, building owners and designers simplify and improve their approach to creating and collaborating on building project specifications. SpecLink is a cloud-based tool created by Building Systems Design, Inc. that streamlines workflow, improves collaboration and...

Swann launches 100% wire-free security camera delivering simple, powerful home security

Swann, a global leader in do-it-yourself security, announces the release of the  Swann Wire-Free Security Camera, a new, completely wireless camera that can be set up in seconds and used for monitoring indoors or outdoors. The camera comes stocked with state-of-the-art smart security features, including free face recognition and cloud or local storage. Swann features This 100% wireless camera is quick and easy to set up and use....