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March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, is pleased to introduce its new March Networks Command Center. An enterprise-class software solution, Command Center provides organisations with easy-to-use surveillance video display and control, as well as intelligent alarm management and escalation. Highly flexible, the solution supports advanced monitoring and real-time incident assessment in large-scale security operations centres and centralised video walls to mid-sized s...

Allied Universal, a facility services company and a large security force in North America, announced its new Global Security Operations Center as a Service (GSOCaaS) offering. Available in the company’s Monitoring and Response Center, based in Richardson, Texas, the driving force of GSOCaaS is Swan Island Network’s TX360 situational awareness and threat intelligence platform and ThreatMinder’s social media monitoring product combined with Allied Universal’s monitoring and...

Viakoo continues to post strong performance across the first three quarters of 2017 with a positive forecast for Q4. The growth is attributed to the deployment of Viakoo’s automated system and data verification solutions through key integrator partners, including Stanley Security, Siemens, G4S, and others.  In addition, increased compliance auditing requirements across multiple vertical markets have driven users to implement automated methods to document the performance and availabili...

With nearly two million American workers reporting being victims of workplace violence and small- to medium-sized businesses experiencing a 231% increase in ransomware attacks, the ability to plan for and respond to security incidents is paramount. The 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), taking place Sept. 25-28 at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center, will bring together 20,000 security professionals from across the globe to address the most pressing issues f...

SALTO Systems, a leading manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, will showcase its latest security innovations – including BLE enabled products and feature-rich SPACE access control management software – at the 63rd annual ASIS International Conference to be held in Dallas, September 25-28. “We have a lot of exciting news to share with our peers in the security industry this year at ASIS in Dallas,” said Michael J. Mahon, Senior Vice President Commercial Sal...

Pip Courcoux, Sales and Product Manager - CLIQ Systems at Abloy UK, discusses the current issues around cyber security and explains why organisations must assess the resilience of their suppliers to minimise the risk of attack. The landscape of security and access control has changed over the last decade, with the introduction of technology that allows for traceability and time management within mechanical keys. This has meant the conversation has changed - Passkeys, Cryptographic keys, Encrypt...

ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, today unveiled the workplace violence focused education sessions that will be featured during its 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), Sept. 25-28 in Dallas, Texas. With the U.S. Department of Labor reporting that nearly two million American workers report being victims of workplace violence—and that is just in the United States—the ability to identify, prepare for,...

The ISA Security Compliance Institute announced that Honeywell’s ControlEdge Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) has received ISASecure Embedded Device Security Assurance (EDSA) Level 2 certification by exida, the ISO 17065 accredited certification body that conducted the assessment. The certification recognises the integrity of both the PLC and its development lifecycle, and includes rigorous communication robustness testing as well as functional and software development security assessme...

Securitas has partnered with GreenRoad – the industry leader in driver safety and behaviour technology – to improve driver safety among its 11,000 employees. With vehicle collisions the number one cause of work-related deaths in the UK, Securitas wants to reduce risks associated with driver behaviour – both for the welfare of its employees and other road users. GreenRoad technology will allow Securitas to track the movements of its fleet, monitoring driver behaviour, such as...

Identiv, Inc. has announced Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Certification on the most popular collection of the company’s desktop smart card reader solutions. BIS, the National Standards Body of India, was established under the BIS Act of 1986 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardisation, marking, and quality certification of goods. BIS provides traceability and tangibility benefits to the Indian economy in a number of ways, by providing safe, reliable, quality good...

Surge in electro-mechanical hardware and integrated building systems means locksmiths need ongoing training in more areas than just the mechanics of the locks, says Allegion UK Commercial Leader Pete Hancox. In the UK, locksmiths come from all walks of life, taking a variety of routes to join the trade. Ask any locksmith about how he or she got started, and then go and ask another, and you will more than likely get two different answers – whether it was via supplier-led training courses,...

ASIS International, an association for security management professionals, announced the agenda for its free Security Cares program, which will be held during its 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), Sept. 25-28 in Dallas, TX. This security education programme for small/medium-sized businesses/institutions—including houses of worship, hospitals/clinics, schools, retailers and restaurants, as well as community leaders, law enforcement, and first responders—...

Integrated security manufacturer TDSi’s Distribution Channel Manager, Andy Cross, is celebrating 30 years in the security industry. Andy’s career has seen the physical security industry evolve from largely insular and siloed systems to modern integrated IP solutions. Understanding elements of security services Reflecting upon his varied experiences in the security industry, Andy commented, “It is almost unbelievable how much things have changed in three decades. The evolution...

Information security is one of the most popular ICT topics in Russia. Local companies have an increasing demand for information security solutions due to increasing cyber attacks, both in number and sophistication. First English webinar InfoSecurity Russia Team hosted the first webinar on Russian market insights. Large buyer, value added distributor and a global vendor successfully operating on Russian market shared their best practices and market entry tips. Moderator: Denis Batrankov, Pa...

This year’s Emergency Services Show returns to Hall 5 at the NEC, Birmingham from 20 to 21 September with a strong focus on learning from past incidents and collaborating to protect the public and save lives. Attracting over 6,500 visitors and 400 exhibitors, The Emergency Services Show 2017 provides a unique opportunity to network and exchange ideas across the resilience, emergency planning and emergency services community, share best practice as well as to see and handle the latest techn...

Digital Barriers plc has announced SmartVis Identifier, the world's first live facial recognition system for body worn law enforcement cameras. The integration of the company’s world-class EdgeVis and SmartVis technologies provides defence, security, and law enforcement agencies with real-time facial recognition against multiple watch lists and databases. SmartVis facial recognition technology The SmartVis facial recognition technology is already available for standard smartphones and ha...

3xLOGIC, Inc., a provider of integrated intelligent security solutions and a Microsoft Gold Partner, announced it is utilising Microsoft Azure to supercharge the performance of its cloud-based exception reporting platform, VIGIL Trends. Cost-effective solution data storage solution 3xLOGIC uses Azure to process over 50 million unique pieces of point of sale (POS) data each day with VIGIL Trends. Azure Table storage serves as the backbone for the entire 3xLOGIC Trends platform, offering a resil...

With the growth that the underwater defence sector has seen of late and the rapid increase in the number of nations planning to expend resources in this area, UDT 2017 which took place from 30 May - 1 June in Bremen, Germany, has again proven itself to be the premier global meeting place for undersea professionals, showcasing the vibrancy of this market. Nations with established undersea defence capabilities and those nations seeking to develop theirs are faced with many of the same challenges....

Russia’s demand for data centre services has been rapidly growing over the last few years. This has been driven by the development of corporate IT systems alongside the demand for backup services for the growing volume of business-critical data. Moscow is becoming a hotspot for technology investment as almost 65% of the net area of Russia’s data centre space is located here. According to Alexey Danilyants, CEO of Moscow-based data centre operator Stack Group, Russian market is extre...

Security is number one priority now everywhere and Russia is not an exception. Local key buyers are extremely interested in new brands & technologies entering the market thus they decided to announce a review of the technologies to find new effective solutions to prevent terrorism and enhance security. Security experts will gather at TB Forum to review new equipment, maintain and establish business contacts, discuss current issues of vulnerability assessment and develop amendments to their...

G2E Asia 2017, the marketplace for the Asian gaming industry, held in Macau from May 16 to May 18, was the largest edition in the show’s history. Marking another year of setting new records across several key areas: The show spanned 28,000 sqm of exhibition space – 27% increase over last year; The total number of visitors increased 28% over last year – with close to 14,000 in attendance; and The attendees included over 1,650 VIPs and top-quality buyers, producing a remarka...

Security expert Abloy UK has released a new RIBA approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, covering all aspects of electric locking for fire and/or escape door applications. Fire and Escape standards have been developed first and foremost to preserve lives, to allow emergency escape and prevent the spread of fire and smoke in dangerous and potentially life-threatening situations. These standards mean that managers of buildings are legally obliged to adhere to building regulati...

Russian security experts who are involved in developing 2017 All-over-IP Expo and Conference agenda have identified 21 benefits of web-based access control that matter most for Russian customers and impact their purchasing decisions. A client station can be any device including a smartphone or a tablet. There is no need to install a dedicated software on client stations, no software license costs are required. It is a cross platform solution (any operating system is supported). Access cont...

IDIS, a global surveillance manufacturer, has launched its IDIS VA in the Box analytics on its stand G700 at this year’s IFSEC International. A powerful tool available for making businesses more competitive, IDIS VA in the Box gives customers access to information needed to make the best business decisions possible. The data generated gives retailers and other end users the opportunity to learn more about their customers, their behaviours, and their needs and demands. Its simple plug-and-...

Total Recall Corporation, a Convergint Technologies Company, will showcase its citywide safety solutions for law enforcement at the 31st annual Police Security Expo to be held June 27-28, at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Total Recall Corporation’s PSE Booth 1737 will feature its newest CrimeEye product: a 180-degree video surveillance unit that offers a panoramic view. “For more than three decades, Total Recall Corporation has been committed to developing techno...

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, announced the current list of supporting organisations for its 63rd ASIS International Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), taking place 25-28 September in Dallas, TX. This new programme focuses on uniting organisations allied to security for greater collaboration, increased peer-to-peer sharing, and heightened professional development opportunities. The International Foundation for Protection O...

ASIS International (ASIS), an association for security management professionals worldwide, announced the education line-up for its 63rd Annual Seminar and Exhibits (ASIS 2017), convening September 25-28, 2017, in Dallas, Texas, USA. The conference program features innovative learning formats, ranging from 25-minute impact sessions to immersive deep dives, as well as expanded training opportunities across the exhibit floor.Robust security education line-up"ASIS is widely regarded as the gold stan...

BeyondTrust, a cyber security company dedicated to preventing privilege misuse and stopping unauthorised access, announced several of its privileged access management and vulnerability management solutions completed the Common Criteria certification. Common Criteria is an internationally recognised computer security standard that includes stringent review and testing.Reducing data breach risksAchievement of this certification helps to assure that government agencies and global enterprises can co...

Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia 2017 is on track to set all-time high marks on a variety of metrics. Current projections include: Over 12,000 visitors, including 1,000 top international buyers from 90 countries and regions Over 400 pre-arranged online and offline business meetings Nearly one-third of the 180 exhibitors participating for the first time Out of anticipated 70+ companies that will demonstrate innovative online gaming solutions, 45% are new to the event Robust gaming and integ...

Allied Universal, a facility services company in North America, has been named to Forbes’ third annual America’s Best Employers list for 2017. The company ranked at number 474 on the list of 500 best large employers. “It is a great honour for Allied Universal to be named as a Best Large Employer by Forbes magazine,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal CEO. “Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and we are proud that Allied Universal has been cited as a...