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Verkada, a provider in enterprise building security and management, recognised ConvergeOne as its National Partner of the Year for its expertise in implementing and integrating Verkada's solutions within diverse and complex environments. In the past year, ConvergeOne has quickly become a top-performing Verkada partner across all key metrics – spanning commitment to customer satisfaction to technical proficiency. ConvergeOne - National Partner of the Year "Our partners are at the heart o...

Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. No-touch switch features This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, and a red/green...

Jamf announced that Jamf Safe Internet, a comprehensive content filtering and web security solution optimised for education, is available on Microsoft Windows. Jamf Safe Internet is designed to help schools protect students from harmful content on the internet, inappropriate websites and phishing attacks, while also allowing admins to enforce acceptable-use policies in a seamless way. Author's quote  “We at Jamf believe in keeping students, staff and education organisations saf...

With 31.6 million passengers in 2022 and 210 destinations in 63 different countries, Munich Airport is one of Europe’s most important air traffic hubs and has just been named “Best Airport in Central Europe” by Skytrax. Since the airport opened in 1992, Bosch Building Technologies has been an established project partner, with an on-site support team looking after the fire and intruder detection technology, video cameras, and door control system. The analogue public address and...

“Work where others would like to work.” According to this principle, satellite office has been offering flexible offices in the luxury segment for 25 years. It is a pioneer for premium workspaces in the pioneering business cities of Germany and Switzerland, with four satellite offices in Berlin alone.  In addition to strict requirements for acoustics and equipment, satellite office locations also make no compromises when it comes to security. Due to the flexibility that the sat...

Anviz, a provider of professional and converged intelligent security solutions, recently announced the launch of IntelliSight, its latest video surveillance offering that harnesses the power of distributed cloud and 4G technology to create an all-in-one security solution that delivers unmatched versatility, security, and data analytical capabilities.  Users can enjoy one-year free cloud storage (7-day event-based video retention). IntelliSight cloud video surveillance The Anviz IntelliSi...

Cutting-edge technology was top of mind when GardaWorld, one of the largest privately-owned integrated physical security, cash, and risk management companies in the world, decided to build a new headquarters in Montreal.   The GardaWorld headquarters is a perfect example of how Gallagher Security solutions can deliver security in a specified way, explains Gallagher Security’s Technical Business Development Manager, Nour Muqatash: “GardaWorld has created a high-tech building tha...

AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal Company®, announces the hiring of Roland Fournier as Vice President, Product Management. The Vice President, Product Management will serve as the Lead Product Officer of AMAG Technology and is responsible for the vision, development and strategy of all Symmetry™ products. Fournier will oversee the design and manufacturing planning of the AMAG product portfolio, defining product direction in line with strategic goals. In the pioneering product team,...

Across the globe, the decarbonisation of the planet has become a focal point for construction. Between legislative requirements and market demand, industry pioneers remain under constant pressure to reach environmental targets, and upon exploring some of the more distinct routes, it’s important to consider what more can be done with construction materials.  Environmentally conscious products Research has shown that approximately 55% of extracted raw materials are used to develop th...

Matrix Comsec, a renowned player in the Telecom and Security industry, is all set to make waves at the highly anticipated Matrix Partner Connect 2023 event. This exclusive gathering will take place in the vibrant city of Ahmedabad on the 21st of July. Matrix Partner Connect 2023 promises to unveil Matrix's latest cutting-edge innovations while fostering partnerships and exploring exciting new business opportunities. With a rich experience spanning over three decades, Matrix Comsec has emerged a...

If the COVID-19 pandemic has shown anything positive, it’s that healthcare workers are true heroes. They work tirelessly to keep all healthy and safe. But they can only be effective at what they do when they feel safe and secure in their workplace. That means hospitals must think beyond just putting cameras in the parking garage to secure their facilities. Hospitals can use security cameras and video management software (VMS) as an impactful combination in a network of robust proces...

Starting in 2020, COVID-19 put hospitals around the world to the test. This unprecedented challenge exposed inefficiencies, antiquated systems, and ineffective practices. However, hospitals adapting to the speed, capacity, and urgency of care will ultimately perform better and save more lives. XProtect® open platform VMS From a dwindling number of ICU beds to staffing shortages to a growing number of infected personnel, hospitals had to treat a skyrocketing number of patients, while...

Global technology provider - Arrow Electronics is introducing a managed services portfolio designed to support channel partners through the entire lifecycle of service provision and delivery. Arrow’s managed services are designed to overcome the challenges that many IT providers are experiencing around the shortage of niche skill sets, the costs that are associated with building a managed services platform, and the ongoing balance of cash flow while ensuring return on investment. Ma...

More than a quarter of UK adults have used generative artificial intelligence such as chatbots, according to research from accounting group Deloitte. The research suggested that approximately 4 million people have also used it for work. Deloitte survey and findings The Deloitte survey of 4,150 UK adults found that just over half of the population had heard of generative AI, with around one in 10 respondents, the equivalent of approximately four million people using it for work. The Delo...

Neurotechnology, a provider of high-precision biometric identification technologies, announced the company’s latest fingerprint recognition algorithm established the best template matcher result of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Minutiae Interoperability Exchange (MINEX) III evaluation. With this new accomplishment, the company is pioneering in both the fingerprint recognition template-generator and template-matcher categories, securing the overall top vendor p...

Matrix, a telecom and security solutions manufacturer, is excited to announce its participation in Secutech Vietnam, Hanoi, 2023. As a renowned event, Matrix will showcase its extensive range of security products and solutions, including IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom.  With a strong focus on technology and customer satisfaction, Matrix invests heavily in research, design, and manufacturing, delivering world-class enterprise solutions. Proactive video...

Checkmarx, the global pioneer in application security solutions, announced its CheckAI Plugin for ChatGPT, the industry’s first plugin to detect and prevent potential attacks against ChatGPT-generated code. The plugin enables developers and security teams to protect against attacks caused by malicious open-source packages and dependencies while working within the ChatGPT interface. GenAI-generated code “Nothing more perfectly represents the decision-making tension faced by CISOs t...

Gallagher Security, a provider of innovative security solutions, is proud to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Chief Technology Officer, Steve Bell, and General Manager for IMEA, Ian Meadows, who have each dedicated an impressive 35 years of their professional careers to the company.  Both Steve and Ian have been integral members of the Gallagher Security family since its early days as Cardax, operating from Marton, New Zealand, and their contributions have been instru...

The Head of the Financial Conduct Authority has said that artificial intelligence could disrupt the financial services sector in “ways and at a scale not seen before”, warning that the regulator would be forced to take action against AI-based fraud. Nikhil Rathi, the Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), said that there are risks of 'cyber fraud, cyber-attacks, and identity fraud increasing in scale and sophistication and effectiveness' as artificial intelligence...

International Security Expo returns to London, United Kingdom (UK), on 26-27 September 2023, backed by more Government agencies and industry partners than ever before and showcasing the widest range of solutions designed to improve the security and resilience of businesses, people, and critical infrastructures. International Security Expo (ISE) In the face of ever-changing threats to global security, International Security Expo (ISE) will welcome a high-quality vetted audience o...

Siemens is rigorously executing its announced €2 billion investment strategy. Of this amount, the company plans to invest around €1 billion in Germany, thereby boosting the country’s innovative strength. In the presence of German Chancellor - Olaf Scholz, the technology company announced the establishment of its new Technology Campus in Erlangen, Germany, with investments of around €500 million in the expansion of development and manufacturing capacities. As a result, Siem...

AU10TIX, a pioneer in identity verification and management technology, launches the AU10TIX App, empowering customer-facing businesses with automated, in-person and point of sale (POS) identity and age verification capabilities. The app enables companies to securely verify IDs in the field within 4-8 seconds, enhancing the customer experience and accelerating sales. For industries where access control is crucial, manual ID examination is insufficient for effectively detecting sophisticated fake...

The European Commission has published the projects selected under the 2022 European Defence Fund (EDF). The SWAT-SHOAL project, funded with 25 million euros, has been selected in the category of Underwater Warfare. SoS development The project aims to develop and implement the concept of a System of Systems (SoS) that integrates different types of manned and unmanned vehicles in a swarm to achieve greater efficiency in underwater missions, such as surveillance, reconnaissance, mine warfare...

Barrier1 Systems, a pioneer in anti-ram vehicle barrier solutions, is redefining safety and security standards for gas stations and c-stores with crash-rated security bollards that prevent vehicle ramming accidents. These innovative security solutions are proven to protect customers from bodily harm while also shielding business owners from the costly liabilities associated with storefront crashes. Vehicle barrier systems “Barrier1 Systems’ vehicle barrier systems create a safer e...

Boon Edam Inc., a globally renowned manufacturer of secured entry solutions, continues to reinforce its position as the preeminent provider of secured entry solutions for the logistics industry with thousands of successful deployments around the globe.  Boon Edam’s comprehensive lineup of secured entry solutions is proven to be effective in preventing unauthorised access to high-security areas, mitigating theft and liabilities, while maintaining compliance, and reducing costs related...

Yorkshire security manufacturer - Heald Ltd has announced the renewal of their sponsorship of Hull City Ladies FC player - Hope Knight for the 23-24 season.  The English women’s football club was formed in 2001 and is currently playing in the FA Women's National League North.  Hull City Ladies FC Hull City Ladies’ values align with Heald’s, who are passionate about supporting local communities and organisations that empower women to chase their ambitions. This etho...

Milestone Systems, a provider of open platform video technologies, announces its partnership with FedCloudIA, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in government security solutions. The company's signature software, Milestone XProtect, is now available as part of the FedCloudIA cloud service offering, a FedRAMP Ready video management solution. By participating in this FedRAMP Ready environment, Milestone XProtect becomes a trusted cloud service technology for the U.S. government. This...

Industry analyst firm - Verdantix has ranked Siemens Smart Infrastructure as one of the pioneer providers for security software in smart buildings. Their recently published ‘Green Quadrant: Integrated Smart Building Security Software 2023’ report analyses and evaluates ten companies that are shaping the market. Verdantix noted that Siemens solutions offer highly advanced unified security management capabilities. The assessed Siemens software is part of Siemens Xcelerator, an open d...

Acre Security, a global pioneer providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced it is officially Google Chrome Enterprise Recommended. The acre organisation’s TDS visitor management solution was selected to help businesses further maximise their Google Enterprise investments. Enterprise Recommended programme Google Chrome's Enterprise Recommended programme is a distinctive initiative aimed at aiding enterprises in discovering technologies that boost web and cloud performance. Fr...

As technology advances, so do the security risks that come with it. It’s no surprise that security is a top priority in the current world, and the growing number of security systems and devices has made it increasingly challenging to monitor and manage effectively.  But what if there was a solution that offered simplicity in system management? That’s where Harmonize Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) comes in. Harmonize RMM Harmonize RMM is a software solution that si...