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PSA Security Network announces partnership with Alcatraz, developer of secure touchless access control solutions

PSA Security Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, has announced the addition of Alcatraz to its network of partners. Alcatraz delivers facial authentication and mask enforcement solutions to enterprise businesses. Facial authentication platform  “With their facial authentication platform, Alcatraz has changed the way companies leverage access control systems,” said Tim Brooks, PSA’s Vice President of Sales and Vendor Manageme...

Lexmark enhances cloud offerings for partners with third-party device monitoring

Lexmark, a global imaging solutions provider, launched some features in its Cloud Services offering to partners, including third-party device monitoring, an expanded and free premium app catalogue, and touchless print. Together, these new features allow partners to better and more efficiently serve their customers. Lexmark Cloud Fleet Management can now collect data from third-party devices. Lexmark cloud-based device management makes it easy to configure Lexmark printers and keep them up to da...

Safetrust offers Touchless Mobile Access and WiFi option to HID iCLASS SE and multiCLASS SE readers with their SABRE MODULE

Safetrust, a globally renowned virtual credential solutions provider, has announced bringing Touchless Mobile Access and WiFi options to the millions of HID iCLASS SE and multiCLASS SE readers deployed currently with their new SABRE MODULE. Touchless Mobile Access The 30-second plug-in makes the SABRE MODULE the fastest way to enable touchless mobile access at the door, turnstile or elevator, while using existing readers. SABRE MODULE enables hands-free access authentication from a configurab...

AlertMedia announces the appointment of Sara Pratley as the company’s Vice President of Global Intelligence

AlertMedia, the globally renowned threat monitoring and emergency communication solutions provider, has announced that Sara Pratley joined the company as Vice President of Global Intelligence. Vice President of Global Intelligence In her new role as Vice President of Global Intelligence at AlertMedia, Sara Pratley will lead the team responsible for monitoring emerging threats and incidents worldwide, providing actionable intelligence to help keep millions of AlertMedia users safe and informed....

LenelS2 announces NetBox Version 5.3 access control software with support for BlueDiamond touchless access

LenelS2 has announced the release of LenelS2 NetBox Version 5.3 access control software that brings complete BlueDiamond support to the NetBox ecosystem as well as expanded support for ASSA ABLOY and Allegion products. NetBox Version 5.3 access control  LenelS2, a global company in the field of advanced security systems and services, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, an internationally renowned provider of innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration,...

Motorola Solutions introduces H4 Thermal Elevated Temperature Detection (ETD) solution for contactless temperature screening

Motorola Solutions announced the availability of the newest addition to its video security and analytics portfolio, the H4 Thermal Elevated Temperature Detection (ETD) Solution. The Avigilon H4 Thermal ETD solution is a pre-screening solution that can be used to detect indications of an elevated body temperature in a person. Health and well-being “By screening for indicators of an elevated body temperature at an entry point, we are helping businesses protect their teams’ health an...

Identiv launches frictionless uTrust UHF credentials for touchless, long-distance physical access control

Identiv, Inc. announced the launch of its frictionless, battery-less uTrust UHF Credentials that work with identification applications that require long-distance reading. Ultra high-frequency (UHF) technology is ideal for parking lot access and gate control, door entry in hospitals or gated communities, logistics, object and people tracking in emergency situations, real-time locationing, cafeteria access, and any hands-free environment, including medical or care facilities, club and resort memb...

LenelS2 helps enhance buildings’ health with touchless access, occupancy management and proactive screening solutions

As people around the world adjust to a new normal, the health and efficiency of buildings and how they influence personal health is critically important. LenelS2 has announced its portfolio of solutions, part of Carrier’s Healthy Buildings Program, designed to help protect people and assets, and to help optimise building health and efficiency. LenelS2 healthy building solutions LenelS2, a global renowned company in advanced security systems and services, is a part of Carrier Global Corpo...

Brands like BoxLock delivers homeowners some peace of mind with their package lockers

Like many Americans these days, the Brotmans of Port Washington, N.Y., buy a lot of stuff online. In one recent week, this family of five received deliveries of clothing, a fire pit, a phone mount for a motorcycle, shop tools, a drum synthesizer, a book on sailing and more. With five or more deliveries a week—from FedEx, DHL, UPS, Amazon and the post office—things can get confusing. “Some are delivered to my doorstep; some are delivered to mystery locations around the back of...

AMAG launches Symmetry Mobile that promotes physical distancing and frictionless setup

AMAG Technology announces Symmetry Mobile, a web credential application designed to be used with AMAG’s Symmetry Bluetooth readers. Symmetry Mobile supports COVID-19 and Return to Work guidelines by promoting physical distancing and frictionless setup. The Symmetry Mobile credential management platform delivers a cost-effective and convenient solution for organisations using mobile devices to gain access to secured doors. Frictionless setup of a credential eliminates the need to physicall...

Boon Edam USA ensures protection of staff with continued customer service during the COVID-19 pandemic

As reports of COVID-19 outbreaks continue to spread across the globe, Boon Edam USA, like other organisations, had to quickly adjust operations, in order to protect the health and safety of staff, while maintaining a high level of customer service. March 13th was a ‘D-Day’ for Valerie Anderson, the Managing Director of Boon Edam Inc. and Patrick Nora, the Managing Director of the factory in Lillington, North Carolina, USA. Both executives had to make the call to keep operations runn...

Camden releases six new product videos to showcase quality and features of the SureWave touchless switches

Camden is showing how SureWave™ touchless switches provides the market with exclusive models, features, and quality with the release of six new product videos. Touchless switch line Presented by David Price, Camden’s VP of Communications and Glenn Woodworth, Camden’s Product Specialist, this video series provides an introduction to Camden’s touchless switch line, highlights the new 6” round stainless steel faceplate option, as well as each of the SureWave™ m...

HITRUST releases the latest version 9.4 of the HITRUST CSF, incorporating the DoD CMMC and approach to community standards

HITRUST, a globally renowned data protection standards development and certification organisation, has announced the availability of version 9.4 of the HITRUST CSF information risk and compliance management framework, further delivering on its mission of ‘One Framework, One Assessment, Globally’. HITRUST CSF version 9.4 HITRUST CSF version 9.4 now incorporates and harmonises the largest number of authoritative sources of any security and privacy framework, most recently adding the...

Proxyclick unveils ‘Touchless Check-in’ to enable enterprises to create a safe and secure workplace environment in COVID-19 period

Proxyclick, the globally renowned provider of enterprise visitor management software, has launched ‘Touchless Check-in’ to provide enterprises with a contactless check-in solution at the front desk for every step of the visitor journey. "Visibility into who is entering or leaving your premises has become more critical than ever during this global crisis," said Gregory Blondeau, Founder and CEO of Proxyclick. ‘Touchless Check-in’ contactless solution Gregory adds, "Comp...

APE Fire & Security offers seven key building safety tips that every business needs to know

Crime costs businesses in the United Kingdom (UK) millions of pounds every year. Whether the crimes are shoplifting, burglary, vandalism or even employee theft, organisations of all sizes and in all industries can be targeted by criminals. Ensuring that business premises are safe and secure should, therefore, be a top priority for all business owners. Making sure all equipment, resources and other assets, as well as all the staff are safe, is something that cannot be ignored. Ensuring business...

AMAG Technology rebrands RISK360 Incident and Case Management software to Symmetry Incident Management

AMAG Technology, a G4S company and a globally renowned provider of unified security solutions that help organisations mitigate risk, rebranded its RISK360 Incident and Case Management software to Symmetry Incident Management. The new name aligns with AMAG Technology’s current Symmetry naming structure. AMAG’s Symmetry naming structure “With our latest technology upgrade, the timing was right to update the name to Symmetry Incident Management,” said AMAG Technology Presi...

Anviz unveils touchless iris and face recognition access control terminals to secure businesses in COVID-19 pandemic

In 2020, with the continuous spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of people have been infected around the globe. Touchless security devices In these uncertain times, with the ever-increasing demand for touchless security devices, Anviz, a globally renowned biometric security solutions firm, offers the latest touchless solutions - iris and face recognition access control terminals. The company’s latest iris and face recognition access control terminals help reassure business owners,...

Morse Watchmans introduces touchless and anti-microbial coated key control solutions for organisation safety

Morse Watchmans announced the introduction of new touchless facial recognition access and an anti-microbial powder coating on the company’s KeyWatcher and AssetWatcher systems. The new product enhancements fight the spread of microbes and bacteria to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic and other potential threats to personnel health. “Getting personnel back to work is the most pressing issue organisations are faced with today,” said Tim Purpura, VP Global Sales & Marketing,...

Motorola Solutions helps enterprises return safely to the workplace

Motorola Solutions announced several additions to its video security and analytics portfolio. These security solutions are designed to support organisations as they explore options for moving staff safely back into their offices or facilities. The offerings focus on the key elements of safety and security around COVID-19, including prevention, protection, and response. An AI-powered suite of applications “Enterprise organisations are exploring the best way to return to the workplace, wh...

Alcatraz and Boon Edam integration offers touchless facial recognition access control solution for automatic security entrance products

Alcatraz, developer of secure frictionless access control products, and Boon Edam a global renowned provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, have announced an integration that delivers touchless access control with facial recognition for mantrap portal circlelock units, and similar entrance solutions used in a variety of industries. “The Boon Edam and Alcatraz technology partnership is huge,” said Boon Edam Vice President of Technology and Product Support, K...

HITRUST Assessment XChange furthers collaboration with healthcare organisations to lessen COVID-19 impact on supply chain risk management

HITRUST Assessment XChange (XChange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of HITRUST, is providing healthcare organisations with free access to its third-party risk management (TPRM) solution, including methodologies, technology, and staff augmentation. The decision to provide the TPRM service free of charge was made, after discussions with leaders in the healthcare industry concerning operational challenges, financial impacts, and disruptions being faced by organisations across the healthcare ecosystem...

Aratek introduces powerful multi-factor biometric handheld tablet

Aratek has formally launched the BM7550 terminal, a portable, powerful multi-factor biometric tablet that integrates facial recognition, fingerprint sensing, and a contactless NFC card reader in one complete package. ‍The portable & powerful biometric tablet for multi-factor authentication “The BM7550 squarely addresses the demands for increasingly sophisticated identification and authentication solutions with its industry-leading multi-biometric and multi-factor authentic...

AlertMedia raises US$ 15 million via Series C funding to accelerate product innovation and support growth

AlertMedia, an emergency communication software provider, has announced that it has raised US$ 15 million in Series C funding. The round was led by existing investors, including JMI Equity, Next Coast Ventures, and Silverton Partners. AlertMedia has quickly emerged as one of the major providers of emergency communications technology and solutions. As a result of their product’s ease of use, reliability, and mobility, the company has doubled its business, five years in a row, while maintai...

UVeye provides vehicle-safety inspections for emergency fleets with thermal sensors

UVeye has developed contact-free, emergency-vehicle inspection systems equipped with thermal sensors that not only can detect critical vehicle-safety problems, but also can identify drivers and passengers with fevers through vehicle windshields. UVeye is offering to equip health-related fleet operators with vehicle-inspection equipment on a not-for-profit basis during the current COVID-19 crisis. Ambulance and police fleets, as well as delivery services for food and medical equipment, all woul...

WernerCo announces the appointment of Gary Scott as the company’s new Global Chief Executive Officer

The Advisory Board of Werner International Holding S.à.r l. (WernerCo) announced that Gary Scott has been named Global Chief Executive Officer of WernerCo, a fully integrated and international manufacturer and distributor of access products, fall protection equipment, secure storage systems, and light-duty construction equipment. Gary Scott will start in his new position, effective April 16, 2020, and will work out of WernerCo’s headquarters, located in Itasca, Illinois. Building...

CloudSense offers COVID-19 update on safety and operations

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic spreads and the situation evolves rapidly around the world, CloudSense is keenly aware of their responsibility to their customers, prospects and partners. CloudSense would like to reassure everyone that while the COVID-19 pandemic might change the way the world works together, it won’t stop the company from doing so. CloudSense’s platform and people will continue to perform dependably for all businesses. Despite the uncertain times, CloudSense...

DNAKE 7-inch thermal scanner for intelligent security

In the face of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), DNAKE developed a 7-inch thermal scanner combining real-time face recognition, body temperature measurement, and mask-checking functions to help with current measures for disease prevention and control. As an upgrade of facial recognition terminal 905K-Y3, Let's see what it can do! 1. Automatic Temperature Measurement This access control terminal will take the forehead temperature automatically in seconds, whether they wear masks or not. Th...

HID Global unveils HID Signo, signature line of readers that unlocks a new world of open, connected and adaptable access control

HID Global, a front-runner in trusted identity solutions, announced the launch of HID® Signo, its signature line of readers that creates a new industry benchmark for the most adaptable, interoperable and secure approach to access control. The new readers dramatically simplify system deployment and management, meet the advanced security requirements of today’s dynamic environments, and set organisations up for smarter, more connected access control. Demand for versatile solutions &ld...

Userful enhances its Visual Networking Platform and arms IT departments to manage next-gen enterprises

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...

Userful’s Visual Networking Platform offers enhanced edge-computing apps for retail and integrates digital signage & display assets

Userful Corporation (Userful), the globally renowned provider of AV-over-IP solutions for enhanced visual communication and systems, has announced the availability of new capabilities in retail for its Visual Networking Platform (VNP). New features for edge computing New features for edge computing enable retailers to seamlessly deploy digital signage and legacy retail applications to all their visual display devices, from LEDs to kiosks, tablets, video walls and single displays, either on-pre...