Mobile access news

In a global market, at a time of exponential technological growth, Camlock Systems weren’t satisfied with maintaining the status quo. As their customers accelerate the development of intelligent applications and technologies, Camlock has matched its appetite for progression with a renewed strategy and the development of smarter locking solutions. Built on three generations of locking innovation, Camlock Systems has forged a reputation for precision and quality through the design and engin...

Matrix COSEC Time-Attendance Solution promotes a smart and productive workplace. It is a one-stop solution for managing and controlling the attendance data. Time-attendance solution The Time-Attendance Solution is designed to meet the diverse requirements of any organisation by offering a superlative range of flexibility in attendance policies, configuration, integration and report generation. Additionally, it offers features like automatic calculation of overtime and much more! Key Features...

Yeastar, a provider of SME PBX systems, and Bluechip Infotech, a specialist provider focused on delivering the latest IT products to a wide channel base, jointly announced a new distribution partnership in Australia. Yeastar welcomes this new partnership with Bluechip Infotech to provide the full line of innovative VoIP products and Unified Communications solutions to resellers and businesses throughout Australia. “We are thrilled to bring Bluechip Infotech on as a distribution partner an...

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, and Pedestal PRO, the manufacturer for access control pedestals, announces a partnership to offer three custom pedestal solutions designed for turnkey mounting of pdk io readers. The pedestals allows for reader placement in free-standing locations where wall-mounting is not possible, including lobbies, entryways, parking lots, office space and gated properties. As all pedestal dimensions and mounting holes ali...

GB Labs, innovators of powerful and intelligent storage solutions for the media and entertainment industries, announces that M for Media, an Abu Dhabi-based media production house that produces TV shows and adapts international formats for the GCC and MENA region, has installed GB Labs’ FastNAS shared storage system. M for Media’s Andre Aouad said, “I first heard about GB Labs from the creator of MIMIQ for Avid systems, who forwarded some information that he thought would inte...

BluBØX Security Inc., a renowned provider of cloud-based physical security solutions, announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued US Patent No. 10,554,758 entitled “Webcloud hosted unified physical security system.” The patent covers 30 claims around its flagship product BluSKY, a hosted web-cloud platform of unified BluBØX security applications. Cloud-based access control “We are so pleased to announce that BluSKY is now patented!&rd...

ANSecurity, a specialist in advanced network and data security, announces a successful ‘always-on VPN’ security solution for The Stafford Railway Building Society that is helping to meet security, continuity and remote working requirements for the award-winning, local financial services provider. Originally championed by a small group of railway workers, The Stafford Railway Building Society was established in 1877 and is still going strong with a focus on straightforward, good valu...

Userful Corporation (Userful), a globally renowned provider of visual communication solutions, has announced that its Visual Networking Platform (VNP) now accelerates deployment of visual content throughout enterprises of all sizes with three breakthrough developments. The breakthrough developments include: Data centre support and augmented support for hybrid deployments - Userful’s support for a variety of server architectures, on-premise, cloud and now data centre, ensures maximum cu...

Mobile device and app security provider Trustonic announces that its Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) solution is the first hardware-backed TEE to complete the EMVCo Software-Based Mobile Payments security evaluation process. EMVCo is the global technical body that facilitates the worldwide interoperability and acceptance of secure payment transactions. As such, this evaluation process confirms that the Trustonic TEE provides a robust security foundation that meets the requirements of softwar...

Synology Inc. launches DiskStation DS420j, a file syncing and sharing solution that addresses different capacity demands for home users. "With a vast amount of data generated from mobile devices, laptops and cameras, file syncing and sharing has become a challenge facing personal users. It is inevitable for them to find a reliable way to protect their digital assets," said Kevin Meng, Product Manager at Synology Inc. "DS420j offers a simple and private solution with massive capacity for you and...

Nexkey, an end-to-end provider of mobile access control solutions, has appointed technology veteran Amit Rele as VP of Product to lead product management and product marketing. The appointment, announced at Upfront Summit, follows Nexkey’s $6 million Series A funding round led last year by Upfront Ventures.  Nexkey access management  Before joining Nexkey, Rele worked across the spectrum of consumer and enterprise technology companies, from startups to Fortune 500 companies lik...

Camden is pleased to introduce its CX-IRB Isolation Relay Module. It provides a compact and economical solution for isolation of devices from electrical noise and induced voltages. Providing relay activation status The CX-IRB relay is ideal for use in any low voltage system, including access control, telephone entry, and automatic doors. It features selectable 12 or 24 VSC operation and Double Pole / Double Throw (DPDT) relay contacts and rated 8 amps. The LED provides relay activation status....

dormakaba launches the latest generation of its SVP self-locking emergency escape locks. The range is ideally suited for use on emergency exits and escape routes where doors requiring access control can be balanced with safety in an emergency. The SVP range of locks offers a number of different options from mechanical locking with emergency escape function to locks that also feature electronic access control and optional microswitch monitoring functions. Preventing unauthorised access The eme...

Ingersoll-Rand plc, a pioneer in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, has been named one of the ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ by Fortune for the eighth consecutive year. “It’s an honour to be recognised once again as one of the world’s most admired companies,” said Michael W. Lamach, chairman and chief executive officer of Ingersoll Rand and of the future Trane Technologies. “Our dedicated employees around the globe are...

VIZpin, designer and manufacturer of the VIZpin smartphone-based, Bluetooth enabled access entry system, has recently announced the addition of Rui Manuel Barreira to its executive leadership team. Barreira joined the Lancaster, PA-based company in the role of vice president of technology. Barreira will be responsible for managing VIZpin’s global engineering and product teams, execute VIZpin’s product strategy and expand VIZpin’s patent portfolio. He will also develop and mana...

Correct configuration of readers in the field forms the basis of secure ID solutions. In the latest version of LEGIC Orbit, the option to restrict configuration data to specific reader ICs is a very powerful new feature. Versatile Configuration Packages LEGIC Orbit offers the possibility to transmit cryptographic keys and other configuration data from the management system securely to readers in the field. This works via so-called Versatile Configuration Packages (VCP), which are generated in...

Suprema Inc., a global provider of biometrics and security solutions, unveils its latest facial recognition solution at INTERSEC 2020, the largest security exhibition in the Middle East, held in Dubai from January 19 to 21. At the show, Suprema showcased its latest mobile credential solution, facial recognition technology and enterprise access control solutions. Integrated security platform In particular, the company announced the new FaceStation, which will be released this year, and success...

Checkpoint Systems came out with a major release of the IoT software platform HALO which comes with omni-channel and task management functionality. HALO now supports in-store fulfilment of omni-channel orders, that is ‘buy online, pick up in store’ and ship-from-store. Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and accurate inventory data, HALO helps distributing the orders among stores based on availability. HALO mobile app The HALO mobile app shows store staff the ord...

Intersec 2020 in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) from 19th to 21st January 2020 is an internationally renowned trade fair for security, safety and fire protection, where participants will be presenting their latest technology innovations. Intersec Dubai 2020 With 1,200 exhibitors and more than 31,000 visitors from 135 countries, Intersec 2020 will consist of three days of expansive B2B interactions and discussions on new technological developments and expertise in the global security industry and...

Videx, globally renowned manufacturer and supplier of access control and door entry systems, has strengthened its presence in the international access market by launching a new web server access control system, WS4. WS4 web server access control  The WS4 web server access control system can manage up to 20 entrances locally or remotely from anywhere via a mobile phone, tablet or PC using a web browser to connect to the system. Additionally an app is available for both iOS and Android.&nbs...

Johnson Controls has announced the release of its new product offering, EntraPass v8.20 which will further simplifies how users remotely access the EntraPass go Mobile App. EntraPass v8.20  With EntraPass v8.20, EntraPass go Pass Mobile App users gain improved search capabilities and other efficient upgrades to deliver a remote and real-time access control solution. EntraPass go Pass requests will no longer be attached to a selected SmartLink, eliminating the need to configure every conne...

SALTO Systems has upgraded MyLock, the online lock configuration customisation tool that allows users to choose and see potential door configurations prior to purchase. With MyLock, users can select a SALTO electronic lock model, door type, and choose from a broad range of colors, finishes, handles, and functions. The new MyLock design has an improved user experience for web as well as mobile access and adds important new capability including configuring accessory products like wall readers. SA...

In 2018 CyberLock released its most innovative software to date with CyberAudit-Web (CAW) 9.0. The innovation didn’t end with the launch of 9.0. CyberLock has continued adding to this release by adding a variety of software capabilities, many of which were spurred by customer requests. CyberLock is continually developing both hardware and software to enhance the customer experience. Granting special access CyberLock’s latest software innovation is CyberAudit-Web Connect, an app fo...

Impinj, Inc., a provider, and pioneer of RAIN RFID solutions announced that Cary Baker will join the company as Chief Financial Officer effective February 17, 2020. Baker comes to Impinj from RealNetworks, where he had been Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2017. “I am thrilled to welcome Cary to the Impinj team,” said Impinj Co-founder and CEO Chris Diorio. “Cary’s CFO experience, deep financial and operational background, and strategic insights will serve Imp...

Genetec Inc. (Genetec), a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence, shares its top 5 predictions for the physical security industry in 2020. AI: separating facts from fiction While artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a household term, it’s far from being a household reality. While machines are making huge steps forward, they are not capable of thinking or acting like humans. What they are really good at, however, is combing throug...

Swann is excited to unveil its 2020 suite of wire-free home security cameras at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020. Swann’s expanded Smart Home solutions lineup now includes the Swann Wire-Free Security Camera, Wire-Free Doorbell & Chime, and the Wi-Fi Security Tracker Camera, which is a CES 2020 Innovation Award honouree. CES 2020 “At Swann, we recognise the security needs of everyday home users and are committed to simplifying this for our consumers,” said Michael...

360 Advanced, Inc. has announced that it has joined the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), introducing a new security offering for cloud service providers. As a member of the Cloud Security Alliance, 360 Advanced can now provide CSA - Security, Trust, Assurance and Risk (STAR) Attestations. CSA STAR Attestation provides guidelines for Certified Public Accountants to conduct SOC 2 engagements, using criteria from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA) Trust Services Pr...

Ping Identity, a pioneer in Intelligent Identity solutions, announces its continued support for enterprises in developing a Zero Trust security infrastructure with new capabilities, practical guidance, and technology integrations. As organisations move away from a static perimeter-based security approach, they’re embracing strategies that require authentication and authorisation of every user, device, and network, as well as dynamic policies that factor in numerous risk signals, and intel...

Pulse Secure, global provider of software-defined Secure Access solutions, has announced a new distribution partnership with Cloud Distribution to grow its channel community across the UK and Ireland to meet accelerating demand for Zero Trust access security. Cloud Distribution is a “Cloud First” next-generation value added distributor (VAD) and specialist in Cyber Security, Networking, and Data Centre Solutions with a community of over 900 active partners across the UK and Ireland....

ProdataKey (PDK), manufacturer of the cloud access control platform built for mobile, announced that its revolutionary “touch io” Bluetooth reader is now shipping. When installed as part of a pdk io access control system, the new readers allow users who have installed a mobile credential on their smart phone to enter a controlled door by simply touching their hand to the reader, making it the most convenient mobile solution on the market. There’s no need to unlock the smartpho...