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Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Birmingham and Paris are the stops of this year's Geutebrück Roadshow, which takes place in October and November. The one-day events will examine topics such as predictive maintenance, face recognition and cloud, as well as the added value of video security in these environments. Professionals from the logistics, automobile, financial and security-related industries will share insights on how these themes interact with video security and how the resulting challen...

Applying a quarter century of software experience, technology pioneer Rod Whisnant has joined System Surveyor as its CTO. He will lead the next stage of development for System Surveyor, an intelligent system design platform. The mobile, SaaS-based platform enables virtual teams to work together to better plan, install, and maintain the systems required in all commercial, education, healthcare, and government facilities. “Rod’s diverse background, strong focus on the user experience,...

Given the increasing need for internet of things (IoT) device security and trust, GlobalPlatform, the standard for secure digital services and devices, has appointed a Strategic Director with significant expertise in IoT development and deployment. Chris Steck, Head of Standardisation, IoT & Industries at Cisco, a full member of GlobalPlatform, will work to accelerate the organisation’s work on IoT security. He will provide strategic guidance to the Board of Directors on GlobalPlatfor...

The Third Generation HDVA is designed to reduce the cost and complexity of video security by simplifying deployment and maintenance. Its all-in-one solution includes an Avigilon Control Center (ACC) server, a managed network switch, a storage server and an ACC™ Client workstation for local video access. Video Management Software A flexible licensing structure provides the option to choose any edition and number of ACC licenses and pre-loaded video management software, helping to reduce t...

Frost & Sullivan’s latest analysis, Global First Responder C3I Market, Forecast to 2025, reveals that digitisation, automation, and event analysis are transforming first responder technologies. The report further states that latest advancements in equipment and technology are needed for more proactive operations and intelligence-led mission planning. Digital mobile radios Special emphasis is being placed on digital surveillance and digital mobile radios over legacy solutions for incr...

Pluralsight, Inc., the globally renowned enterprise technology skills platform and solutions provider, has announced an expansion of the company’s skill development initiative for Microsoft Azure. This skill coverage expansion includes the introduction of five new Role IQs, 22 new Skill IQs and 98 courses that map to the new Role IQs, which are designed to help customers rapidly index their teams’ skills on Azure and help close resulting gaps. Rapid expansion of cloud computing Th...

Pluralsight, Inc., the enterprise technology skills platform, announces the release of a new cloud skill development initiative for cloud customers on the Pluralsight platform. The initiative includes the launch of a Skill IQ assessment for associate cloud engineers on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), as well as the release of new courses on topics such as data analytics, machine learning, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure. Most advanced enterprises “The rapid growth of demand for cloud...

Pluralsight, Inc., the enterprise technology skills platform announced updates and enhancements for its skill development solutions at Pluralsight LIVE. These updates include the introduction of Pluralsight Skills, the new name for its core skill development product; the initial integration of its GitPrime acquisition into its Skills product; expansion of its cloud skills offering; and expansion of skills development courses in other core technology segments such as artificial intelligence...

Arecont Vision Costar, globally renowned network-based video surveillance solutions provider, has announced that Intelligent Network Sales, LLC has joined the Authorised Manufacturer’s Representative Program. The experienced firm will deliver pre-sales support to AV Costar customers and partners across the New England Region of the United States. Intelligent Buildings expert “Steve Chase and his team bring years of experience in supporting customers throughout the New England regio...

Nedap, a global provider of RFID-based retail solutions, launches the RFID Loss Prevention Academy. This is an online learning environment, which consist of free online courses, study guides and tests. This will help retail executives to develop critical skills, test knowledge, and demonstrate expertise in the area of RFID-based loss prevention. Rob Schuurman, Managing Director of Nedap Retail comments, “Reduction in inventory due to shoplifting, employee theft, or other errors, significa...

Allot Ltd., a global renowned provider of innovative network intelligence and security solutions for communication service providers and enterprises, has announced that Hutchison Drei Austria, a global mobile service provider, has launched “lnternetschutz” – a security-as-a-service powered by Allot's NetworkSecure solution to protect the company’s mobile and home users against various cyber threats. The engagement between Drei and Allot is based on a recurring monthly fee...

Cobalt Iron Inc., a provider of cloud-based data protection, has hired Brian Smith as vice president of operations. In this newly created position, Smith will oversee the company's internal day-to-day operations, including product support and deployment and the quote-to-cash process. "We created this position to bring hands-on operational leadership to Cobalt Iron to support our continued growth," said Mark Pougnet, CFO of Cobalt Iron. "Brian's passion and proven track record of leadership in h...

Honeywell, a global pioneer in smart building technology and services, introduced the next generation of Enterprise Building Integration (EBI), Command and Control Suite (CCS), and Digital Video Manager (DVM), a suite of solutions enabled by the Honeywell Forge for Buildings platform, that help drive facility efficiency and oversight, streamline complex functions, and deliver savings across an enterprise. A key component to making this all work is keeping facilities and occupants safe. Along wi...

The IT Security Expo and Congress, “it-sa” 2019, will take place in Nuremberg, Germany from October 8th to 10th. Building experts from Bosch will be on hand at booth 506 in hall 10.1 to present the company’s latest information security services to provide protection against cyberattacks. Enhancing physical security systems Cybercriminals are also a threat to building security solutions. Today’s physical security systems are increasingly often IP-based and run on the sam...

The IoT is not only integrating devices and services, it is also bringing businesses together – particularly in the safety, security and fire sectors. This fact was demonstrated at the latest edition of Secutech Vietnam, where a record 380 exhibitors and 14,239 trade visitors converged to do business and learn about the latest products. Brands from 21 countries and regions lined up at the show, with many commenting that the market for smart solutions is becoming increasingly competitive....

Traka has integrated with global technology specialist Gallagher’s powerful Command Centre system to enable users to operate from one central platform to maintain critical key and equipment management. The seamless integration with Gallagher Command Centre ensures complete data integrity with Traka, allowing users to create a system to benefit from key efficiencies. This includes granting access levels and receiving Traka events and alarms on an individual and group level, in real-time....

Access control manufacturer Inner Range announces a new integration with Swiss firm Touchless Biometric Systems AG (TBS). Users of Inner Range’s award-winning intelligent access control system Integriti can now use a range of biometrics credentials via TBS. A connected USB ‘enrolment station’ allows biometrics to be assigned to synchronised Integriti users. TBS offers one of the widest selections of biometric readers for all applications: all with a triple layer of template an...

ReconaSense, a provider of innovative physical security intelligence and next-gen access control, announced the debut of its ReconMobile command-and-control centre that lets users lock down facilities, tap into video surveillance systems, and/or report and respond to an emergency from a mobile device. Managing a large campus or facility means being in charge of a myriad of systems, dynamic populations, and countless points of entry. Lack of reliable data about any of those can lead to expensive...

Dahua Technology, manufacturer of video surveillance products, has announced a strategic partnership with Pepper, an IoT platform-as-a-service, to allow the integration of its intelligent solutions into Dahua hardware. Highly secure cloud hosting Pepper’s U.S.-based platform powers connected devices around the world, delivering highly secure and private connected services via enterprise partnerships. Pepper’s platform-as-a-service approach caters to global consumer electronics manu...

OutSystems, provider of low-code application development platform, announced that it is the first low-code vendor to achieve two new cloud security certifications – ISO 27017 and ISO 27018. As organisations develop, run and share a higher percentage of their applications on the cloud, stakeholders across the business are trusting platform providers to ensure their cloud-based environments are secure. These certifications demonstrate the high level of commitment OutSystems has to ensuring...

Ground-breaking glass technology is the best way to prevent internal data leaks and guarantee data privacy while maintaining a professional office interior according to window security provider Protective Film Solutions. With one in three (34%) data breaches involving internal employees, according to Verizon’s 2019 Data Breach Investigations Report, Protective Film Solutions says that companies who want to protect their data from prying eyes must find ways to mitigate the risk of potentia...

Ping Identity, a provider of Identity Defined Security, announced that Kevin Sellers has joined the company's leadership team as the global chief marketing officer. Sellers leads all aspects of the company's marketing function, with a focus on accelerating expansion in the enterprise market and growing Ping's brand globally. An accomplished business leader with a strong track record of scaling global brands, Sellers brings more than 20 years of global marketing leadership experience in the te...

Global cybersecurity firm GRA Quantum announces the launch of its comprehensive offering, scalable security suite, providing solutions based on a combination of managed security services and professional services, tailored to the specific needs of each client. Scalable security suite was created to give small to mid-sized organisations a running start when it comes to security, providing the same standard of security controls as large enterprises. Providing security solution According to GRA...

Pulse Secure, the provider of software defined secure access solutions, announces that growing demand for hybrid IT and Zero Trust Secure Access, resulted in double digit deal volume growth in the first half of 2019. Additionally, the company announces significant achievements in product innovation, channel programs, customer service and talent acquisition. “Our sales growth demonstrates that we offer the most flexible and robust platform for Secure Access. We are ideally positioned to ca...

To reduce installation difficulty and extend the effective monitoring range of cameras, Dahua Technology, a video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, launches mini PT/PTZ series, a small-sized IP cameras with various pan and tilt ranges. Boasting compact design and excellent product performance, the mini PT/PTZ series offers a cost-effective solution for various small- and medium-sized applications such as retails, hotels, casinos, supermarkets, entrances, etc. Effective monitorin...

Userful Corporation, a globally renowned provider of AV-over-IP solutions for enhanced video communications, has been added by Inc. magazine, a renowned US-based business media entity, to its 38th annual Inc. 5000 list, one of the most prestigious rankings of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list offers unique insights into the most successful companies within the North American economy’s most dynamic segment, its independent small- and mid-sized businesses. Enterprise...

Microsoft and CyberArk are globally renowned companies in the identity management space for the security software sector, according to the latest Thematic scorecard from GlobalData. Identity management Identity management refers to software whose function is to ensure that the right people (or machines) have access to the parts of the IT system they require to fulfill their role. Both companies gained the highest Thematic score (5 out of 5) for the identity management theme in GlobalData&rsquo...

DMP is pleased to announce the expansion of its East Coast sales leadership team with the promotion of Ken Nelson to Director of Sales — East. Nelson joined DMP in 2017 as the Dealer Development Manager (DDM) for the company’s New York territory. In that short time, he has quickly proven his outstanding leadership abilities, making this transition a natural one. “Ken is a transformational sales leader,” says Jim Hawthorne, DMP Executive Director of Sales. “As one w...

The Spanish SMBs subscribed to Conexión Segura Empresas have avoided more than 80,000 potential cybersecurity incidents since the solution was launched in May. Of those, more than 89% of blocks occurred when users tried to access risky domains or websites, as a result of ‘phishing’. Combating rising cybercrime “The service that Telefónica Empresas offers to its customers has been launched at a moment of high level of cybercrime, in which a new threat is created...