Security management - News

Leading control room furniture manufacturer Winsted has released the newest and perhaps the greatest version of WELS, its unique Winsted Equipment Layout Software (WELS) version 4. Winsted have reworked the software with the end-user in mind. The biggest change is the improved look and feel. The equipped version 4 has been revamped with a completely redesigned user interface with exciting new features promised to streamline the design process and improve the user experience. The software is ea...

These awards are opportunity for BSIA’s member companies to showcase talents of personnel With the deadline for the 2014 British Security Industry Association (BSIA) Security Personnel Awards fast approaching, the BSIA is encouraging its members to submit their nominations now. The BSIA’s awards are presented both regionally and nationally, and reward security personnel for their achievements across five key categories: Service to the Customer, Outstanding Act, Be...

Morse to showcase the KeyWatcher Illuminated, KeyWatcher TrueTouch management software package at ASIS Morse Watchmans continues to build on its technology leadership in key control and management systems with an enhanced product line-up on display this week at ASIS. Featured enhancements to the KeyWatcher Touch include scheduled reports and automatic email notifications as well as key reservations. Morse Watchmans is also showcasing the KeyWatcher Illuminated, KeyWatcher True...

Carole Dougan, Vice President of North American Sales made the announcement at ASIS 2013 Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP megapixel camera technology, recently announced three promotions and nine new hires within the expanding Americas division. The announcement, made by Carole Dougan, Vice President of North American Sales, Arecont Vision at ASIS 2013, reflects the company’s uncompromising commitment to industry leadership, innovation and continued growth. New...

FLIR Systems announced the expansion of the SyncroIP NVR series with a more powerful and robust NVR line. Building upon the company’s popular entry level line, the DNR300 Series offers advanced functionality for more demanding applications while maintaining the original models’ distinguishing characteristic, ease-of-use. FLIR DNR300 Series NVRs feature 8 integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports, greater bandwidth for turbo processing speed, and a more sophisticated CMS application....

AlliedBarton recruiters will be working closely with the AARP and the National Asian Pacific Counsel AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry’s premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proudly supporting the Department of Labor’s National Employ Older Workers Week, September 23-28, by identifying various employment opportunities for experienced workers. By 2014, 41 percent of Americans 55 or older will be employed, making...

Quantum Secure’s SAFE Mobile App delivers convenience and functionality for security operations With a unique approach to automating physical security operations focused on connecting security departments with their customers, Quantum Secure is showcasing their SAFE for Mobile Solutions at this year’s ASIS show (booth #1681). Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to streamline physical identity and access management across multiple sites and...

Galaxy’s new software enables users to maintain their existing investment in access hardware from Galaxy Galaxy Control Systems, a leading provider of integrated access control, video and security solutions, is launching their new System Galaxy Software (v.10.3) at this year’s ASIS show (booth # 1591). The new software, which features a wide range of enhanced capabilities, enables users to maintain their existing investment in access hardware from Galaxy without ha...

The Altronix eBridge4SPT transceiver with an integral four-port managed PoE+ switch offers built-in IP management Altronix now offers more options for upgrading from analogue to IP with the introduction of the eBridge™4SK kit. It allows four IP devices to replace a single analog camera over legacy coax infrastructure. The new eBridge4SK kit consists of the eBridge4SPT transceiver with an integral four-port managed PoE+ switch that transmits IP data to the head-end, and a...

Glassgate 300 offers high security with barriers up to five feet high Smarter Security, provider of premium, innovative entrance control and outdoor security solutions, recently announced the availability of Fastlane® Glassgate 300. Among barrier turnstiles, Glassgate 300 pushes the design edge with an unprecedented openness but also offers high security with barriers up to five feet high. The IP-enabled optical turnstile will make its debut in booth no. 1705 at ASIS Inter...

The Vess demonstration will highlight how the integrated solution can reduce complexity and costs At ASIS 2013, PROMISE Technology, a recognised global leader in the storage industry and the leading developer of high-performance storage solutions for the video surveillance market, will be at Booth #2223 demonstrating the PROMISE Vess A2000 Series NVR storage appliance for IP video surveillance solutions. The demonstration of Vess will allow customers to discover how the i...

The educational session, “The Future of NFC Enabled Mobile Devices,” will be held on September 24 Attendees to the ASIS Exhibition September 24-26 will be able to learn how both corporate and university campuses have implemented successful Near Field Communications (NFC) aptiQmobile deployments. The newest pilot, Heartland Payment Systems, the fifth largest payments processor in the United States, is now deploying employee owned Android smart phones as an access cr...

The P2000 system integrates video surveillance, fire alarms and building management systems Johnson Controls, a global leader in building technology and services, now offers more options for customers to protect their people, property and assets. The company will unveil updates to its P2000 security management system, now compatible with Authentic Mercury™ access control hardware from Mercury Security Corporation®, the world’s largest provider of open platform...

ONVIF membership allows VIVOTEK to influence the development of global open standards for network video products VIVOTEK is pleased to announce that it has officially been inaugurated as a full member of ONVIF, which is an open industry forum committed to promoting and developing global standards for the interfacing of IP-based security products. Compared to a user member, VIVOTEK is able to be involved in and positively influence the development of global open standards for t...

G4S has partnered on a global scale with ASSA ABLOY Access Control to create a state-of-the-art integration between its Symmetry Security Management System and ASSA ABLOY’s innovative Aperio wireless lock technology platform. ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online and offline to new or existing access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade...

Alessandro will manage the marketing team in order to improve and optimise customer communication Videotec, world leading manufacturer of CCTV products, has appointed Alessandro Franchini as their new Marketing & Communication Manager. He will manage the marketing team in order to improve and optimise the communication dedicated to customers and partners of Videotec all over the world. Alessandro has a deep knowledge of the Security business having worked for over 10 years...

The VidSys PSIM software 7.5 offers new geocoding functionality VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the release of version 7.5 of its PSIM software platform. This release provides increased flexibility and customisation for an enriched experience for both administrators and security operators. The updated features – including mapping enhancements, advanced search capabilities and other operational enh...

Axis Communications, the world leader in network video, reveals two strong additions to its line of video encoders. Offering full frame rate, the new AXIS M7016 provides an attractive, cost-effective and easy entry to network video. The new flexible AXIS P7216 in addition offers audio, I/O and is equipped with an SFP slot, which enables the use of fibre optics. The SFP slot also provides the possibility for network redundancy. If the SFP module failed, data traffic would automatically switch ove...

The theme for this year's event was "experience smarter video surveillance" Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, continued its annual tradition of recognising the outstanding performance of its partners when it recently held its VIP Partner Event and 2013 awards. Axis invited 40 of its top-performing gold partners from across the Northern European region to the VIP Partner Event held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The theme for the event was "experience smarter v...

VIVOTEK announced recently the rack mountable 16-channel Linux embedded Network Video Recorder (NVR) NR8401, which operates independently from a PC, providing end-users with a stable and efficient recording system with a wide range of network management and system settings. The full range of VIVOTEK’s network cameras, including the latest high megapixel and fisheye models, works seamlessly with NR8401. Different from the traditional DVR, an NVR can connect directly with other networked de...

The study reveals that 51% of organisations have big doubts about their mobile content management processes Only 18% of organisations are confident that their mobile policies are compliant with corporate policy and government regulation, according to research released recently by Accellion, Inc., the pioneer in providing enterprise-class, secure mobile productivity solutions, and AIIM, a global non-profit organsation that provides independent research, education, and certifica...

The virtual Security Operations Center (vSOC) on iOS significantly minimises training time and hardware costs AlliedBarton Security Services, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, introduces the new AlliedBarton Security Operations platform on iOS powered by D3 Security. This truly mobile tour and incident management system extends the mobilisation of security officers and empowers them to easily capture security data. The virtual Security Opera...

Latitude NVMS can efficiently support any system size and installations can span multiple sites, cities and continents DVTEL, INC., the video surveillance solutions provider, has been honoured with a prestigious 2013 New Product of the Year Award from Security Products magazine for its Latitude Network Video Management System (NVMS). The New Product of the Year Award, sponsored by the industry leading trade publication, honours the outstanding and noteworthy product develo...

Teleste’s DOCSIS Access Hub DAH extends IP network inside buildings Teleste to showcase its portfolio of products and services at IBC 2013 during September 12-17, 2013, Stand No. 4.B77 With ever-growing number of subscribers and content online, all-IP networks are today’s trend. Lack of bandwidth is becoming a major problem for the development of future television, as digital media content often requires at least 30 Mbps bandwidth. By bringing fibre connections t...

Moxa has played a leading role in solar data logging for more than a decade Moxa announced recently it will be showcasing its solar dataloggers with a live cloud-based panel monitoring demonstration at the Solar Power International Conference & Exhibition, taking place October 21-24, 2013 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Solar PV and inverter manufacturers, system integrators, distributors or anyone who would like to learn more about the latest solar applications are invited...

Stephen's completed 31 years with the Lothian & Borders police force and previously worked for SIA SSAIB, the UK’s leading fire, security and telecare certification body for organisations, has promoted Stephen Grieve into the role of Manned Services and Scheme Manager. Stephen, a retired police officer, was previously with the Security Industry Authority (SIA) until 2012, when he joined SSAIB as an assessor. His new role, replacing Lynn Watts-Plumpkin, embraces a nu...

Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, a leading provider of advanced technology for the public sector, recently announced the next generation in mobile evidence capture and management, the Arbitrator 360° HD rugged mobile digital video evidence capture and recording system. Recording in 1080p Full HD resolution and delivering the industry’s highest quality video, the Arbitrator 360°HD provides emergency responders with unmatched image clarity for critical eviden...

The SIA has launched a new webcast series on IT issues under Erickson’s watch The Security Industry Association (SIA) welcomes the selection of SIA CEO Don Erickson as a top CEO by CEO Update magazine. In choosing its ongoing roster of top association executives, CEO Update considered the following criteria for CEOs: strong advocacy skills; leadership ability; building a positive workplace culture, inspiring staff loyalty; raising organisational profile; and programmati...

Thomas has 30 years of expertise in sales, and management at some prestigious American manufacturers LILIN USA is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Hines as Vice President North America. Hines comes onboard as LILIN continues its growth in both the surveillance and home automation industry, for the second half of 2013. Jason Hill, LILIN’s Group Vice President, commented on Hines’ appointment, “LILIN has ambitious plans for building market share i...

Moxa has expanded its MGate Series of industrial Ethernet gateways with the new MGate 5105-MB-EIP and MGate 5102-PBM-PN to provide simplified, versatile and transparent connectivity solutions for upgrading or retrofitting existing networks. The MGate 5105-MB-EIP is purpose-engineered for the management of Modbus field devices connected to an EtherNet/IP master device, such as PLCs or SCADA networks, while the MGate 5102-PBM-PN gateway provides a communication portal between PROFIBUS devices and...