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Magal's new cyber security solutions will monitor. detect and protect against abnormal network activity Magal Security Systems Ltd. announced that it is expanding its business proposition with integrated physical-cyber protection solutions. As part of this strategy Magal acquires WebSilicon - an Israeli-based leading company in the rapidly growing network management and monitoring markets. Magal’s new cyber security solutions will monitor, detect and protect against ab...

IP physical security systems require a powerful mix of infrastructure components, ranging from robust high-speed cabling and PoE/PoE+ power delivery, to IPv4 and IPv6 connections and high-capacity network equipment. A single flaw in any of these components will seriously compromise system availability, as well as the overall security of a facility and its occupants. For that reason, security integrators must assure that the IP systems they install keep working for customers 24/7/365. The Signal...

NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution NICE Systems recently announced that NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution as part of the 2012 Government Security News (GSN) Homeland Security Awards. The GSN Awards acknowledge the outstanding achievements of security vendors and government agencies at the federal, state and municipal levels. Denver Regional Transportation D...

CNL Software recently announced the further expansion of its operations in the Middle East CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it will be demonstrating its IPSecurityCenterTM PSIM solution, as chosen by leading law enforcement, Safe City and CNI organisations in the Middle East, at Intersec 2013. This year will be the 15th edition of Intersec, the leading regional trade event in the security, sa...

The 2012 PSIM World report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011 NICE System is ranked as the global leader in providing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software solutions, according to IMS Research (now part of IHS). The 2012 IMS Research Physical Security Information Management World Report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011. This is the second consecutive IMS Research PSIM r...

Lightfinder Technology helps to capture detailed images at night in colour without additional lighting Axis Communications AB of Sweden won in the Physical Security category for its Lightfinder technology, which makes it possible for digital cameras to capture detailed images at night—in colour—without additional lighting. Analogue security cameras, by contrast, capture only black-and-white images, which are less useful for identifying culprits. The surveillance...

Brivo was recognised by GSN for its HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 compliance solution Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that for the 2nd year in a row, Brivo took the honour for “Best Integrated System, HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 Compliance” at the 4th Annual Homeland Security Awards, sponsored by Government Security News. Brivo offers two innovative solutions, Aparato and CloudPass designed to serve the unique needs of g...

WV-SP509 camera possesses a host of smart features and full ratification from ONVIF Panasonic’s Professional Camera Solutions is pleased to announce that the WV-SP509 continued its streak as an award winning security camera on Thursday the 8th November at the Computing Security Awards. Computing Security is the sister publication of Network Computing and deals with the key issues that organisations face as they try to maintain secure networks in the face of new and old...

The integration allows the system to detect crimes and events by analysing audio and detect events off-camera Audio Analytic Ltd, the emerging leader in sound classification technology, and AxxonSoft, one of the world leading developers of open VMS and PSIM platforms, are pleased to announce a licensing agreement in which Audio Analytic’s sound recognition technology is now integrated into the Intellect Enterprise physical security management platform from AxxonSoft. Th...

The company expanded its project management, technical and execution teams in the region VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, continues to grow and expand its presence throughout Europe and the Middle East as demand for its PSIM software increases worldwide.  During the past year, VidSys has signed new customers across the EMEA region from a variety of industries including corporate enterprise, education, critical nation...

ASIS Asia Pacific 2012 will be held at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong on 3-5 December 2012 ASIS International, the world’s premier association for security professionals, announced that Dr. Richard Weixing Hu, Associate Professor at the University of Hong Kong will be a keynote speaker at the ASIS 6th Asia-Pacific Security Forum & Exhibition. He will speak about China and the Changing Security Environment in the Asia-Pacific. The event will be held at the Grand Hyatt i...

Axis' Lightfinder enables outstanding performance in network cameras during difficult light conditions Axis Communications received The Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Award for its Lightfinder technology in the Physical Security category. Lightfinder enables outstanding performance in network cameras during difficult light conditions, specifically low light. Lightfinder is an unrivalled technology that enables network cameras to see detail and colour - even in dark...

The companies will focus on integrating Becatech's products into the IPSecurityCenter PSIM platform CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it has formed a technology partnership with Becatech Systems, a global leader in the provision of services and solutions for the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), private estates and the Military and Peace Keeping Forces. With over 20 years o...

Axxon Next, Intellect Enterprise and vertically-integrated design solutions were demonstrated at the shows At the end of September 2012 AxxonSoft appeared in three trade shows around the globe — Security Essen (Essen, Germany), IPAS (Tehran, Iran) and ISAF (Istanbul, Turkey). The new Axxon Next open platorm video management software, Axxon Intellect Enterprise IP-based physical security information management platform, and vertically-integrated design solutions based on...

For some of these opportunities, a specific license issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) may be needed The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) is pleased to announce the launch of a new careers guide. Written in association with Skills for Security, Bridging the Gap, Jobcentre Plus and Remploy, the manual showcases the various opportunities available within the private security industry. For those looking to get back into a job after a period of unemployme...

NFC-enabled smartphones can allow employees to conveniently open doors with a mobile device HID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, announced its completion of two pilot programs that validate how mobile access control using Near Field Communication (NFC)-enabled smartphones can allow employees to conveniently open doors with a mobile device without compromising physical enterprise security. The pilots were conducted at the headquarters of Netflix, the wo...

Extreme Networks, Inc. introduced an Ethernet-based physical security network solution designed to help reduce installation, operational costs and truck rolls, and simplify operations associated with networked physical security systems, including integrated alarms, IP surveillance cameras, door locks and related elements. Extreme Networks physical security network solution, delivered in conjunction with top-tier technology partners, supports surveillance and perimeter security, intelligent buil...

Cisco announced Video Surveillance Manager 7.0, the industry's first solution built from the ground-up and certified to run in Cisco's virtualised Unified Computing System (UCS) environments. These new solutions now make it possible for customers in healthcare, public sector and retail to move beyond traditional basic safety and security surveillance deployments and use video to transform the way they run their businesses through hyper-scalability and ease of configuration. This announcement al...

Quantum Secure continues to strengthen its position with strategic acquisitions in a variety of industries Quantum Secure, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, reports another banner year at ASIS 2012, highlighted by record revenues, new products and features, continued profitable growth and a host of new customers. Quantum Secure continues to strengthe...

The SAFE Mobile App provides reporting views of key facility for security and safety audits Quantum Secure adds new portability and accessibility to its SAFE enterprise identity and physical access management software suite with a new highly intuitive SAFE App for Mobile Devices. The new app, available on any iPad, Android tablet, iPhone or other smart phone, enables users to review, approve and/or deny physical access requests from inside a facility or remotely. The SAFE App...

The agreement enables RedCloud to resell HID Global's EasyLobby Secure Visitor Management HID Global, trusted leader in solutions for the delivery of secure identity, recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with RedCloud, the industry's fastest growing provider of web-based, physical access control systems. The agreement will enable RedCloud to resell HID Global’s EasyLobby Secure Visitor Management (SVM) software as part of a comprehensive solution that...

Genetec announced a number of strategic hires to further position the business for growth Genetec, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, announced a number of strategic hires and changes that have been made to the organisation in recent quarters to further position the business for growth. Stephan Kaiser, who was previously Genetec's North American Director of Sales, will now head the Company’s L...

Nine use cases will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery of equipment and systems Leading security vendors will demonstrate the interoperability of their PSIA-compliant systems, including access control, intrusion detection, video, analytics and storage and physical security information management (PSIM), at ASIS 2012. At least nine use cases based on new and existing PSIA specifications will be demonstrated at ASIS 2012, including automatic discovery o...

This event for end users with security management responsibilities features a two-day educational programme With big names from the world of security, finance, Government and policing in attendance, Global Security Summit London (www.globalsecurity-summit.com) organisers UBM Live and Pro-Activ Publications have announced the inaugural show’s two-day, sector-driven education programme for 10-11 October 2012. This bespoke event for end users with security management and c...

Ozan will manage the operational activities of Unipart's Security manned guarding division Unipart Security Solutions Ltd has appointed Ozan Azmi to the newly created role of  National Guarding Manager. Ozan will be responsible for managing the operational activities of Unipart Security’s Manned Guarding division with the key objective of ensuring that it continues to offer the highest level of service to all its clients during a period of rapid growth. “Pri...

CCTV is the most obvious place to turn in the search for technical Police support Marking the first anniversary of the riots and looting that affected cities across the UK, it is becoming increasingly apparent to those at the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) that electronic security systems - particularly CCTV - are playing a more prominent role in maintaining a safe and lawful public environment. As reported by the BBC, cuts in public spending have left Police fo...

ASIS 2012 Annual Seminar and Exhibits will be held in Philadelphia between September 10-12 Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and events across disparate physical security systems, will give away a tablet or mobile device to a lucky attendee each day of the ASIS 2012 Annual Seminar and Exhibits in Philadelphia September 10-12. Highlighting the release of Quantum Secure's new SAFE App for Mobile...

The partnership will see the integration of IPSecurity Centre with RADiFlow's secure communication solutions CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, partners with RADiFlow, a leading provider of innovative secure communication solutions for critical infrastructure. The combined capabilities will enable the detection, resolution and management of both cyber and physical attacks within a single solution. The partnership, created...

S2 Global is a flexible and expandable solution with practically unlimited scale S2 Security Corporation (S2), the leader in IP-based integrated physical security systems, today publicly launched S2 Global, a better way to manage distributed physical security systems. S2 Global is a flexible and expandable solution with practically unlimited scale. S2 Global enables users to knit together an entire ecosystem of security management systems (SMS) and video management systems (VM...

The ability to share information, on an interoperable basis, is now a reality with specifications by the PSIA ASIS 2012 will showcase an even more impressive display of system interoperability with more than a dozen companies having interoperable systems and products relying on PSIA specifications.  IP-enabled security products have been available for more than fifteen years, but have been slow to realise their true potential as interoperable devices. The ability to shar...