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As retail crime continues to evolve in scope and sophistication, an increasing number of retailers are focused on protecting their staff by deploying advanced technologies and augmenting their teams with expert security monitoring. According to the latest NRF survey, a substantial 46% of retailers have responded to increased security needs by ramping up their reliance on third-party security solutions.  Security Operations Centre To help retail and restaurant chains discover how they can...

Essence Security, a part of Essence Group, a pioneering technology group developing and supplying wireless, cloud-based security solutions for homes and businesses, announced its collaboration with Point Fort Fichet, France’s pioneering locksmith network and a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB. The partnership aims to distribute and implement Essence’s all-encompassing MyShield-connected smoke-generating intruder prevention solution across France. MyShield is available for priva...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged HD, radar and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, will be participating in a technology partners’ collaboration, to promote the ‘Power of Partnerships: Intelligent Integration’, at The Security Event (TSE), 30 April-2 May 2024, at the NEC, Birmingham. At stand 5/P75 & 5/P80, 360 Vision will join a selection of technology partners displaying a ‘not to be missed’ immersive and interactive live demonstration. The innov...

Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, announced that Deanna Steele has joined the company as chief information officer for North America. Steele will provide visionary leadership and hands-on management of IT initiatives, creating substantial business value. In the role, she will focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, supporting growth, integrating acquisitions and optimising artificial intelligence across the company’s...

Improving sustainability performance is becoming a higher priority for building developers, owners and users. One consequence is the fast-growing demand for green building certifications — and therefore specification. Specialist input can make the difference between hitting and missing a project target. As experts in industrial design and construction, GBPBP PROJPRZEM was engaged by multinational Phillips-Medisize to create and execute the concept for a major new facility outside Katowice...

AMAG Technology™, an Allied Universal Company®, is proud to announce Symmetry™ Control Room, a command and control software that allows administrators to manage the alarms and events of multiple security systems in real time from a single monitor. Symmetry Control Room simplifies security management and improves situational awareness by eliminating the need for security administrators to move from one system to another to manage alarms. Dynamic situational awareness “Sym...

IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is proudly showcasing its combined portfolio of advanced video solutions and AI-driven technologies here at ISC West in booth #18071. The strong showing of comprehensive system solutions and support services on display demonstrate the numerous value-added benefits this important merger brings to the combined organisations’ expansive network of systems integrators, technology part...

Altronix, the recognised pioneer in power and data transmission for the professional security industry, is showcasing the latest in access control and power integration, data transmission, emergency communication power back-up, extended range ethernet, network power management, and more here at ISC West in booth #11073. These smart new products further enhance Altronix’s industry-pioneering portfolio of power and data solutions for professional security, access control, surveillance and...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Dan Cremins of Delta Electronics to serve as the new chair of SIA’s Built Environment Advisory Board. The SIA Built Environment Advisory Board – formerly the Proptech Advisory Board – was created to grow engagement between the Proptech community and the global security industry through partnerships, education and thought leadership. Built Environment Advisory Board “I am excited to work with SIA and m...

Hikvision unveiled a captivating array of innovative display technologies and products at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), which takes place every February, is the largest audio-video systems integration show in the world. This year the four-day event hosted over 1,300 exhibitors and more than 116,000 visitors. Hikvision chose this venue to showcase its range of cutting-edge display technologies and products, which enhance the audience e...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that it has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada. Canada's Top Employers for Young People is organised by the Canada's Top 100 Employers project. This special designation recognises the employers that offer Canada’s best workplaces and programmes for young people just starting their careers. Companies a...

Dahua Technology, a world-pioneering video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, proudly launched its state-of-the-art experience centre at a grand event in the vibrant city of Dubai. This innovation hub aims to deliver cutting-edge AIoT solutions and immersive technological experiences, demonstrating Dahua’s unwavering commitment to being at the forefront of industry innovation, and collaborating with partners to succeed together in this dynamic new era.  Comprehensive upgrad...

As the year's peak shopping season hits its stride, an inaugural Retail Worker Safety Report from Motorola Solutions found that many retail workers and managers perceive safety incidents at their stores are on the rise. The survey’s U.S. respondents reported that petty theft (54%), grab-and-run incidents (35%) and hostile customer interactions (31%) have increased in their stores over the past year, and as a result, nearly two out of three are at least somewhat concerned for their persona...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2024 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry. 2024 Security Megatrends SIA’s 2024 Security Megatrends were selected based on fall 2023 survey data and focus group input received from hundreds of top security industry business pionee...

nShift, the pioneer in parcel delivery management software, announces the launch of Emissions Tracker. Calculating the CO2 emissions associated with each shipment, the new solution makes it possible for e-commerce and multichannel retailers to comply with sustainability disclosure rules, prove environmental credentials to customers, and see where they can reduce emissions from shipping. Emissions Tracker data helps retailers comply with emissions reporting rules, including the EU Corp...

The U.S. National Retail Foundation (NRF) reports that its members have once again cited organised retail crime (ORC) as one of the biggest threats to their business. Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, shared guidance with retailers on protecting their customers, staff, and business as they head into the holiday shopping season. According to NRF’s 2023 National Retail Security Survey, 67%...

Altronix, the pioneer in power and data transmission for the professional security industry is showcasing a wide range of new solutions to ensure a safer, more efficient security system here at ISC East in booth #913. New products further demonstrate the dependability and effectiveness of Altronix products for a wide range of applications including extended-range surveillance, fire and emergency communications power, access and power integration, remote network power management, and other missi...

Global sensor manufacturer OPTEX will unveil its latest advancements in security solutions at Sicurezza 2023. “Sicurezza is the perfect stage for us to engage with the vibrant Italian market, and demonstrate how our latest enhancements can address the security challenges faced today,” says Marco Censi, OPTEX Regional Sales Manager for Italy. “We look forward to meeting with visitors, partners, and customers and invite them to experience our technology first-hand.”...

With a rise in looting, smash-and-grabs, active assailants, and other security-impacting incidents in malls and retail locations, shoppers are concerned about their safety this upcoming holiday season. Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneering security and facility services provider, knows better than most that the holidays mean an uptick in crime, with the severity and frequency of these incidents almost certainly heightened in November and December. Author's quote “Retailers...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a pioneering provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced the launch of SecurOS® FACT (Faces As Credentials Technology) Check for aviation environments. Leveraging industry-pioneering FaceX facial recognition technology, FACT Check enables airports to turn their existing security infrastructure, including surveillance cameras and card readers, into a full-featured facial authentication solution for access control. Security use...

Milestone Systems, a provider of video technology, announces the upcoming release of a new camera-to-cloud deployment option for its Milestone Kite video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) software. Known as Milestone Kite Camera to Cloud, the new option will offer even greater simplicity and cost-efficiency to customers. As an alternative or expansion to gateway installations, Camera to Cloud builds on Milestone’s focus on flexible and scalable solutions that support evolving needs. On-s...

The cooperation between MOBOTIX AG and Kepler Vision Technologies has brought together two of the world's pioneering IT experts in the healthcare industry. Dutch computer vision and machine learning powerhouse Kepler Vision Technologies combines deep healthcare and nursing-specific expertise with profound artificial intelligence (AI)-based in human activity recognition know-how. MOBOTIX has focused on the healthcare industry for many years and has already implemented numerous projects for hosp...

From 10 to 13 October, the global airport community will gather for the 24th edition of inter airport Europe at the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany. The event returns with an impressive line-up of well over 400 airport suppliers from 37 countries, including seven national pavilions and more than 100 new exhibitors. Live exhibits Visitors can look forward to plenty of live exhibits in the halls and Outdoor Area and a new 600 square metre GSE Experience Area. An exciting event programme in...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that its Genetec Clearance™ digital evidence management system now enables the remote retrieval of video recordings from physical security systems across transit agency sites and fleets to help speed up investigations. The capability is enabled by the integration of Clearance with the Genetec Security Centre Fleet Monitoring™ module....

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that industry veterans Dennis Connor and Jason Lloyd have joined the company as its new Director of Program Management NA and Regional Business Manager for the Midwest respectively.  Dennis Connor's responsibilities Connor, who most recently served as Program/Project Manager for CX (customer experience) Initiatives at ADT, will spearhead the development of new end-user and p...

Solink®, a physical security company for businesses announced its new Blocked Exit Detection capability, delivering even more value to its customers. Blocked Exit Detection Solink’s Blocked Exit Detection uses security cameras on Solink to proactively detect when perimeter doors are obstructed and notifies users to take prompt action, mitigating costly fines and improving the health and safety of employees. Exit route obstructions cost U.S.-based businesses more than $6.25M in Occup...

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Xena Networks ApS. Xena Networks, headquartered outside of Copenhagen, Denmark, is a pioneering provider of high-speed Terabit Ethernet validation, quality assurance, and production test solutions. Teledyne LeCroy's protocol "The Xena Networks acquisition will further establish our leadership in the protocol test market, extending our reach to Ethernet system validation engineers, quality assurance la...

ECS Industrial Computer Co., Ltd., (ECSIPC) is pleased to announce its participation in GITEX 2023 where it will showcase its latest smart retail turnkey solutions, new gaming and factory automation equipment, as well as its LIVA Z5 series family of mini PCs including LIVA Z5 Plus, LIVA Z5E Plus, and brand new LIVA Z5F Plus. ECSIPC LIVA Z5F Plus applications This highly efficient mini-PC is ideal for smart retail, security, and kiosk installations, and wide-ranging industrial use cas...

Quanergy Solutions, Inc. is showcasing how its innovative Q-Track™ 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) solution can help retailers combat theft and criminal activity here at the 2023 LPRC Impact Conference in booth #505. A seamlessly integrated solution that combines Quanergy’s long-range 3D LiDAR sensors with its advanced perception software, Q-Track delivers real-time object detection, classification and tracking for enhanced loss prevention and security. Author's quote &ldqu...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programmes designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralised p...