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Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces the latest set of dates for its free GARDiS Installer Training for 2024. Available at both TDSi’s Poole in Dorset Headquarters and at Texecom’s Headquarters in Haslingden, Lancashire, these popular installer training sessions are designed to provide the latest updates and specific guidance on the GARDiS ecosystem of integrated access control hardware and software solutions.    The Poole training opport...

Pioneering home service experts Heather Ripley and Ryan Redding will bring years of experience to an exclusive presentation at the AHR Expo on January 22 in Chicago. The duo is set to discuss strategies home service business owners can implement to forge better connections with customers and grow their business. “Building Trust and Success: The Essential Role of Reputation in Home Services Businesses” will be presented at 9:30 a.m. in S405a and is free to all registered AHR att...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Renee Thompson – Director of Global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance at Wesco International as the first-ever Chair of SIA’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board. Renee's experience Thompson has led the global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance team at Wesco since 2020, helping evolve the company’s approach to compliance, sustainable practices, and corporate citizenship. Since joining...

Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and provider of the world’s pioneering gunshot detection solutions, will introduce a campaign at CES 2024 to empower individuals to make their schools, workplaces, and communities safer by employing lifesaving gunshot detection technology. In an active shooter situation, gunshot detection is highly effective at mitigating injury and loss of life but is often overlooked by federal funding sources that traditionally support a wide range...

Fingerprint Cards AB has been deeply involved in the development of the new generation of Thales Gemalto biometric payment card, which is ready for global volume mass deployment. The new Thales solution, which features Fingerprints’ T-Shape sensor (T2) and biometric payment software platform, offers users advanced transaction speed, improved power efficiency and enhanced security.  Fingerprints’ FPC1300-series Growth of the fourth-generation card is a vital juncture for...

March Networks®, a global pioneer in video surveillance and video-based business intelligence solutions, is thrilled to announce a historic partnership with Garanti BBVA, one of Türkiye’s pioneering banks. This agreement marks a significant shift for Garanti BBVA from analogue to digital video surveillance and involves the deployment of over 22,000 IP cameras and 5,000 Network Video Recorders (NVRs) across their extensive network of 883 branches and over 4,000 ATMs. Technology-d...

Drata, the pioneering continuous security and compliance automation platform, announced its Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) offering, empowering customers to identify, evaluate, and monitor third-party risks in one centralised and integrated platform. TPRM and several other enhancements are showcased at Drataverse Digital on December 12, at 10 am PT, 1 pm ET. New Risk Trends Report Third-party risk has become a critical element of a strong governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) program...

Videx Security has introduced a new standard feature for its popular IP IPURE range, making it more versatile and accessible. Videx Security has integrated an induction coil for hearing aid users into all its IPURE videophones, video monitors, and audio phones at no additional cost to customers. This innovative addition ensures that conversations through their intercom systems are crystal-clear for hearing aid users when their device is set to the T (telecoil) position. Empowering communi...

Boon Edam Inc., a world-pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, welcomed His Majesty, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, for the inauguration of the new Royal Boon Edam International B.V. building in the Dutch city of Edam. The King’s visit included the inaugural ceremony as well as a full tour of the facility and a reception at the family-owned company’s new Experience Centre. Innovation and sustainability The official opening day was filled with excitemen...

Dahua Technology, a world-pioneering video-centric smart AIoT solution and service provider, has been constantly embracing its corporate social responsibility to contribute to the well-being of communities and society.  This year, Dahua actively contributed to the sustainable development of people and the environment through its charitable donations and Tech for Good initiatives, making a difference in various fields including green energy, education, healthcare, and more. Environmental p...

Arrow Electronics, Inc., a global provider of technology solutions, and its engineering services company, eInfochips, have announced the establishment of a High-Power Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Swindon, United Kingdom. The purpose of this High-Power CoE is to assist customers in the development of high-power solutions, a critical component in advancing electrification and sustainability initiatives. High-power designs play a pivotal role in achieving energy efficiency, making them essential...

IBM signed a contract with the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) to help strengthen the Alliance’s cybersecurity posture with improved security visibility and asset management across all NATO enterprise networks. Starting in January 2024, IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Services will be delivering a custom-made, performance-based Asset, Configuration, Patching and Vulnerability (ACPV) Management Service to the Alliance. IBM’s global security IBM will build...

PlainID, the Authorisation Company™, has announced its new dynamic security capabilities via the PlainID Authoriser for SQL databases. When combined with PlainID's current capabilities, the new features will enable externalisation of central management and authorisation, followed by dynamic, scalable distribution of enforcement for all users accessing SQL databases.  Authorisation has traditionally been built into individual, homegrown applications. However, this method is neither sc...

Allied Universal®, the world’s renowned security and facility services company, has earned the 2024 Training APEX Award from Training magazine in recognition of its best-in-class employee training and development programmes. Training APEX Awards programme The Training APEX Awards programme ranks companies by assessing a range of qualitative and quantitative factors, including financial investment in employee development, scope of development programmes, how closely development effort...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and TXOne Networks Inc. announced that they have signed a long-term cooperation agreement covering technology development and marketing, aiming at expanding the operational-technology (OT) security businesses of both companies. Emergence of IoT and DX OT and industrial control systems in manufacturing sites are often operated in closed environments, with IT and OT systems separated from each other. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) an...

The longest night of 2023 is fast approaching, with Friday 22nd December marking the official start of winter. To maximise property security during the dark evenings, the experts at ADT have shared 5 of their best tips to help deter thieves. Michele Bennett, General Manager at ADT UK&I comments, “Opportunistic thieves use darkness to their advantage, so it’s no surprise that the number of burglaries committed increases when the darker nights draw in. Our 2022 burglary report fou...

ExCeL London, the capital’s largest event venue, has appointed Carlisle Support Services as its dedicated security partner to further enhance the venue’s security operations and improve the visitor experience. Carlisle Support Services will be working closely alongside the venue’s in-house security team to ensure the security of ExCeL’s 100-acre campus, as well as the safety of its four million annual visitors, event organisers, and exhibitors.  Supporting ExCeL&rs...

The delegates of Euralarm’s Extinguishing Section have elected Gerd Hülsen as Vice-Chair of the section. He follows in the footsteps of Torbjørn Laursen. Alan Elder, Chair of the Extinguishing Section, stated, “I’d like to thank Torbjørn for his efforts as the previous Vice-Chair. I am sure that Gerd will be given the support that our delegates have always given Torbjørn and I, to help us to move the Extinguishing Section to the next level.” Fu...

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions shared the results of its 2024 State of Physical Security report. Based on insights from over 5,500 physical security pioneers worldwide (including end users and channel partners), the report looks at the security strategies organisations are putting in place to effectively navigate the realities of a changing industry. Cloud adoption is picking up speed The adoption of clou...

Sielox, an established industry pioneer in layered access control solutions, is unveiling the latest upgrades to its AnyWare browser-based access control monitoring and event management solution at that year’s ISC East. Designed with the intent of providing an access control solution that’s ideal for a multitude of vertical applications, AnyWare 2.2 delivers greater door capacity and security, regional I/O capacity, and enhanced reporting functions for improved operational efficienc...

The Monitoring Association’s (TMA) President Morgan Hertel honoured one of TMA’s volunteer members with the Mel Mahler Award, formerly known as the President’s Award on Monday, November 6th during its General Business Meeting at the 2023 Annual Meeting in Maui, HI.  The Mel Mahler Award is presented at the discretion of the TMA president in recognition of outstanding contributions within his/her tenure. The 2023 Mel Mahler Award recipient is Mark McCall, Immix. ANSI/TMA-...

ASSA ABLOY, the global pioneer in access solutions, announces the return of their Security Perspectives Podcast for Season 2. Hosted by Jeremy Saline, Senior Director of Business Development, each episode features discussions with industry experts to shed light on the latest trends, cutting-edge technologies, and pertinent topics reshaping the security landscape. Season 2 includes a compelling series of interviews with security pioneers who share their vision for the future, insights on creatin...

A Worcester-based security and access management specialist has been named as one of the UK’s best companies to work for, gaining a prestigious national award. The Key Safe Company has been accredited as 'Very Good' in The UK’s Top 100 Best Small Companies to Work for in 2023–a nationally recognised and respected scheme run by Best Companies, which celebrates a company’s commitment to employee engagement in the workplace. Key Safe Company Entering for the first time, i...

With NurseAssist, MOBOTIX AG and Kepler Vision Technologies are launching their first joint solution for the elderly, hospital, and care facilities. Kepler's software, which is embedded in the MOBOTIX c71 Hemispheric Indoor Camera, accurately detects people falling, as well as leaving the bed. It can significantly reduce false alarms compared to other automatic systems. As a result, the solution leads to significantly improved care for the elderly, the sick, and those in need of nursing care, wh...

To further demonstrate its commitment to its customers, AtlasIED, an electronics manufacturer providing comprehensive audio, communications, and security solutions for commercial markets, announced the hiring of Tom Kachnik as Transportation Sales Manager for the Western United States.  Kachnik will focus on increasing the adoption of AtlasIED’s transportation solutions in the region, including the GLOBALCOM enterprise communications platform. Prior roles of Kachnik Kachnik is an a...

Logpoint is announcing the release of the Vulnerability Monitoring Analyzer, bringing new capabilities to its Business-Critical Security (BCS) solutions by enabling organisations to automate the assessment of SAP patches and ease how these are prioritised. As SAP patching is carried out manually, automating the patch review process will bolster the protection of SAP systems and help safeguard against cybercriminals looking to exploit systems lacking critical security updates. SAP software prod...

DH2i®, the world’s pioneering provider of always-secure and always-on IT infrastructure solutions, announced it will showcase its DxEnterprise smart high availability clustering software at next week's PASS Data Community Summit (November 14-17, Seattle, WA). Visitors to DH2i’s Booth 101 will have the opportunity to see firsthand how DxEnterprise enables seamless SQL Server modernisation with containers, unlocking the path to zero downtime and providing fully automatic data...

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, announced a technology integration enhancement with central station monitoring software provider Immix to securely connect any business location using the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system) with any central station using Immix. The integration brings the distinct advantages of cloud, including greatly simplified installation, robust end-to-end cybersecurity, centralised management of multiple locations, and AI-filteri...

Renowned alarm monitoring solution provider, GeminiSense, a part of Bold Communications Limited, proudly announces its strategic partnership with M2M Services, in response to the forthcoming PSTN shut-off affecting countless alarm monitoring centres across the UK and Europe.  This cutting-edge collaboration aims to provide a seamless transition for GeminiSense customers by retrofitting M2M's advanced 5G-ready, dual-SIM alarm communicators in place of outdated analogue phone lines, ensuring...

More and more security managers are asking for video management functions that can be operated as comprehensively as possible from a mobile device. With the “SeMSy® Mobile Client” for its Domera® and Panomera® cameras, Regensburg-based manufacturer Dallmeier is now launching a solution that combines the functional and security requirements of professional organisations with the user-friendliness and simplicity of consumer apps.  SeMSy® Mobile Client Security...