April 2023

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The 2024 Security Innovator Awards

July 22, 2024
The industry’s only 100% peer-nominated program to recognize the innovative contributions made by individuals in the security industry.
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Technology using renewable energy sources, their stored energy and ultra-low power processing devices are moving to the head of security, public safety and facility operation budgets.
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Energy transition in security: gridless power, ultra-high performance, ultra low power IP video

April 27, 2023
Technology using renewable energy sources, their stored energy and ultra-low power processing devices are moving to the head of security, public safety and facility operation ...
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For many integrators, shifting the business focus to the clinical side of the house in healthcare is creating a massive business opportunity. The goal is not a secure facility; instead, it is to take the vast amount of data that traditional security technology can provide and convert it for practical use to create a safer and better patient experience.
Healthcare

A New Era of Healthcare Integration

April 17, 2023
Veteran integrator Mike Bradley of ECD Systems has a new way to serve the healthcare security market, and it means never saying the word security at all (Security Business cover...
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New methods of mass notification can apply to the often hectic and vulnerable hospital environment.
Healthcare

Mass Notification in Healthcare

April 17, 2023
How new methods of mass notification can apply to the often hectic and vulnerable hospital environment
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Though often overlooked, deployments of LPR analytic technology require integrators to weigh a number of different factors.
License Plate Detection

LPR Installation Best Practices

April 17, 2023
Though often overlooked, deployments of this mature analytic technology require integrators to weigh a number of different factors

More content from April 2023

Plenty of good-guy hoodies in the crowd at ISC West!
Integrators

The Hoodie: Not your Enemy

April 17, 2023
Editor's Note: They aren't just for bad guys anymore
Dunbar Security grew from the Mercer & Dunbar armored car company, which was launched in 1923.
Integrators

Integrator Connection: Dunbar Reaches 100 Years...and Still Counting

April 17, 2023
A willingness to reevaluate, along with a forward-focused mindset, have propelled the evolution and expansion of Dunbar Security Solutions and Dunbar Security Products
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Smart Home

The Smart Money: Privacy Concerns a Barrier to Smart Device Adoption

April 17, 2023
67% of consumers want a cybersecurity add-on that guarantees equipment cannot be monitored or controlled by unauthorized people
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Integrators

Recruiting Roadmap: Self Promotion

April 17, 2023
5 ways to promote a career in security to someone new to our industry
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Integrators

Modern Selling: Will Sales be a Relevant Career in 10 Years?

April 17, 2023
How your teams can thrive both now and 10 years from now
Pastore, Tim
Integrators

Legal Brief: Conflict Resolution

Learn why it is a key aspect of your customer contracts
Jon Polly is the Chief Solutions Officer for ProTecht Solutions Partners www.protechtsolutionspartners.com, a security consulting company focused on smart city surveillance. Connect with him on linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jonpolly.
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Tech Trends: The Interoperability of Things

April 17, 2023
How the industry is leveraging standards to create the elusive “single pane of glass” concept
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Integrators

Insider Intelligence: Post-Pandemic Customer Service

April 17, 2023
How to help your team handle the rapid changes that often must be communicated to clients
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The capabilities of artificial intelligence tools were a dominant topic of conversation among attendees and in exhibitor booths at ISC West this year.
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From drones to star trails, ChatGPT AI innovations create buzz at ISC West 2023

April 11, 2023
Several exhibitors have leveraged Open AI ChatGPT’s ability for fast and accurate decision making and power to observe trends over days, weeks and months in ways that might be...
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Healthcare

Today's Healthcare Security Challenges

The safety and welfare of staff and healthcare workers drive more comprehensive security strategies
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Cameras

Teledyne FLIR Quasar Premium Mini-Dome AI

April 3, 2023
Company launches first in a line of visible cameras at ISC West
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ISC West

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Integrated Control Technology (ICT)

March 31, 2023
Driving Innovation to the Security Industry at Integrated Control Technology
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Attendees stream onto the show floor at ISC West 2023 to check out the security industry's latest innovations.
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ISC West 2023 show floor report: wave of technology innovation advances security industry

March 31, 2023
ISC West 2023, a show in transition for the positive, delivered a diverse and often fragmented ecosystem this week, with artificial intelligence dominating much of the attention...
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Resideo Announces New Video Solutions at ISC West 2023

March 31, 2023
Company’s First Alert VX1 Video Doorbell will be available this summer
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Vistacom

March 31, 2023
The nation’s leading expert in designing and integrating technology within the four walls of security operations centers, discusses its simplified solution
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: AxxonSoft

March 31, 2023
As metadata is generated on the edge, more server resources are freed up for fast search and analytics
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Bosch

March 31, 2023
Bosch introduces its AI technologies with the Intelligent Video Analytics Pro
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Altronix

March 31, 2023
Altronix introduces its New OA2 Occupancy Alert System
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Shooter Detection Systems

March 30, 2023
Shooter Detection Systems team revolutionizes public safety
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: CMOOR Group

March 30, 2023
How cutting-edge security training can drive industry quality
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Brivo

March 30, 2023
Brivo provides insights on how to approach the challenges of managing physical security devices
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Louroe Electronics

March 30, 2023
Louroe Electronics @ ISC 2023: Harnessing The Value Of Audio Monitoring
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ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Paxton

March 30, 2023
More Paxton Technology at ISC West 2023
Martin Gren and Fredrik Nilsson donned safari gear for a jungle-themed press conference to kick of ISC West.
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Axis Communications reveals new products and partnerships at ISC West

March 30, 2023
Company announces integrations with Microsoft and Genetec, five new cameras, and updates supply chain issues during annual press conference
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ISC West

DEN Smart Home Founder Excited to be First-Time Exhibitor at ISC West 2023

March 30, 2023
Check out the DEN wireless communicating smart door strike – SmartStrike – in ISC West Booth 3407
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Axis Communications will be showcasing myriad security technology solutions at ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas.
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Axis Communications continues its tradition of customer-centric solutions

March 30, 2023
Security veteran Fredrik Nilsson discusses how 2023 ISC West event will showcase full range of technologies and services
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ISC West

Alarm.com for Business Expands Robust Commercial Offerings

March 30, 2023
New Alarm.com for Business solutions, including Third-Party Camera Support and the Pro Series Mini-Bullet Camera, will be on display in ISC West Booth 16039
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Access Control

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: TDSi

March 30, 2023
TDSi brings its advanced access control platform to the U.S.
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Network Video Recorders (NVRs)

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Premio Inc

March 30, 2023
Highlighting SIA MegaTrends and the Technology that makes a difference
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Video Analytics

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Ambient AI

March 30, 2023
How Ambient.ai Enables Enterprises to Fully Leverage AI for Security Automation
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Access Control

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Yale by ASSA ABLOY

March 30, 2023
Yale Accentra new Resident Managed Access brings additional benefits to residential solutions
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Key Control

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Traka by ASSA ABLOY

March 30, 2023
Traka Americas rolls out new key cabinets and integrated access control solutions.
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Access Control Software & Management Systems

ChatGPT Makes its Security Industry Debut at ISC West

March 30, 2023
AlertEnterprise to showcase how the AI chatbot can make facility and access management easier for operators
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The advancement of artificial intelligence and evolution of powerful surveillance camera software means cameras are no longer limited to forensic investigation of ‘what happened’ but becoming a centerpiece of preventative safety.
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ISC West Exhibitor Q&A: Omnilert

March 30, 2023
A conversation with company vice president of marketing, Mark Franken.
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Alocity received the Best New Product honor for its Alocity Access Control Platform product, submitted in the Access Control Devices and Peripherals – Wireless category.
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Alocity takes top prize at 2023 SIA New Product Showcase Awards

March 30, 2023
Access control startup wins top honor; IPVideo Corp earns Judges' Choice Award; Bosch secures Merit Award
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Video Surveillance

A 25-year evolution comes full circle at Milestone Systems

March 30, 2023
A conversation at ISC West 2023 with Thomas Jensen, CEO of Milestone Systems
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RGB Spectrum is known for its sophisticated SOC installations and other high-end video solutions like this operations center for the NHL Detroit Red Wings.
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RGB Spectrum working to expand its solutions base at ISC West 2023

March 30, 2023
The company seeks to expand its exposure to non-enterprise organizations and mid-sized companies that are looking for solid integrated video solutions
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Biometrics

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Suprema America

March 30, 2023
Suprema targets the U.S. market with innovative solutions and a solid technology foundation
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Access & Identity

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: IPVideo Corporation

March 30, 2023
How implementing smart sensor technologies on school campuses can increase your security posture
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Access & Identity

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: AMAG Technology

March 30, 2023
AMAG enters a new era with fresh leadership and a growing partnership strategy.
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Video Analytics

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Identiv

March 30, 2023
Velocity Vision Ecosystem: See It. Secure It. Prevent It.
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Cameras

ISC West 2023 Show Floor Spotlight: Hanwha Vision

March 30, 2023
The newly minted Hanwha Vision may have changed its name, but the innovation and industry leadership remain a constant
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ISC West

dormakaba to Unveil Five Access Control Products at ISC West

March 29, 2023
See dormakaba's newest products in Booth 14039
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ISC West

SALTO to Introduce Electronic Access Control Products and Platforms

March 29, 2023
Learn about SALTO Homelok and GANTNER’S eLoxx One in SALTO Booth 26069
New dealer of the year: ABF Security
Integrators

In Brief: DMP Honors Top Dealers at Annual ISC West Event

March 29, 2023
ADT Commerical among many integrators honored
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Video Analytics

Digital Monitoring Products XV-24 with AlarmVision

seamlessly integrates cameras, analytics and the XR Series control panels in one platform to create a smart motion detector
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License Plate Detection

OpenEye OWS License Plate Recognition Search

March 27, 2023
OWS combines the power of License Plate Recognition (LPR) with cloud-managed video for an efficient and accurate way to record, search, and alert on license plate data.
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Video Analytics

PureTech Systems integrates with Intel's OpenVINO

March 27, 2023
By integrating with Intel, PureTech Systems' AI-boosted video analytics can now run on edge devices without the need for a discreet GPU card, which are expensive and power hungry...
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Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

DEN Smart Home debuts authorized dealer program

March 27, 2023
The program will provide exclusive pricing and prioritized order fulfillment to the professional channel.
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Access Control

ASSA ABLOY brings smart, forward-thinking solutions for a safer, more secure future to ISC West

March 27, 2023
The global leader in access solutions showcases its latest innovations for comprehensive door security and access control at booth 8061.
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ISC West

Hanwha Vision highlights full range of intelligent surveillance solutions at ISC West 2023

March 27, 2023
Hanwha is highlighting a new serverless surveillance system, AI-powered four-channel multi-sensor cameras and more at booth 14025.
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Video Surveillance

IDIS to Acquire Costar Technologies

March 24, 2023
IDIS will continue using the Costar name, with Costar becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of IDIS.
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Integrators

ONVIF reaches dual milestones of 25k conformant products, 15th anniversary

March 23, 2023
Since its inception in 2008, products that conform to ONVIF profiles have consistently grown in number and scope,
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Cybersecurity

Genetec authorized by the CVE program as a CVE Numbering Authority

March 23, 2023
The mission of the CVE program is to identify, define, and catalog publicly disclosed cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
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Integrators

Active Witness partners with SS&SI dealer network

March 22, 2023
This partnership will allow Active Witness to expand its reach and provide convenient and highly secure facility access solutions to businesses throughout the region.
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Video Surveillance

Paxton announces Steve Taylor as new CTO

March 21, 2023
Steve will be responsible for leading Paxton’s engineering department, driving further innovation, and heading-up the company's modern product design.
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Video Management Software/VMS

Quantum Unified Surveillance Platform 5.0

March 21, 2023
The latest version introduces patented video data reduction techniques to record thousands of video streams simultaneously at maximum uptime with fewer servers required, reducing...
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Integrators

Securitas Technology launches as powerhouse security companies unite under new name

March 21, 2023
The announcement comes after Securitas’ acquisition of STANLEY Security in July 2022. Now, Securitas Technology is poised to redefine the future of the industry.
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Integrators

Kidde Engineered Systems rebranded as Kidde Commercial

March 21, 2023
Kidde Commercial will unveil its new branding and holistic commercial fire solution capabilities at the International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West), March 28-31,...
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Security Executives

Honeywell names Vimal Kapur as new CEO

March 21, 2023
Kapur will succeed Darius Adamczyk as Chief Executive Officer on June 1, and Adamczyk will continue to serve as Executive Chairman of Honeywell.
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School Security

Partner Alliance for Safer Schools releases updated K-12 safety and security guidelines

The sixth-edition release improves on previous versions of the PASS guidance to make it more streamlined, easier to use and more reflective of K-12 schools’ evolving security ...
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Integrators

SIAC issues warning about Apple false alarms

March 21, 2023
In many instances, the false alarms have been triggered by routine events such as skiing or exercising, SIAC says.
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Cloud Security Solutions

Verkada opens five new offices, continues staffing up amid U.S, international expansion

March 21, 2023
Verkada's new offices will serve as sales hubs, helping Verkada advance on its vision to build the operating system for the physical world.
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Camera Accessories

Eagle Eye Networks Bridges, Models 901 and 701

March 16, 2023
The bridges are suitable for customers with sophisticated networks who need large camera deployments at a single location.
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Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety surpasses 150 locations with Shiver Security Systems acquisition

Shiver Security, dba Sonitrol of SW Ohio, provides integrated security solutions, access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, fire detection and 24/7 monitoring.
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Locks

ASSA ABLOY announces integration of IP-enabled access control Locks with Genea Access Control

March 15, 2023
The integration offers end-users more options for expanding their physical security system easily and affordably using IP-enabled locks from ASSA ABLOY Group brands Corbin Russwin...
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A worker, middle, tells customers that the Silicon Valley Bank headquarters is closed on Friday, March 10, 2023, in Santa Clara, California. Silicon Valley Bank was shut down on Friday morning by California regulators and was put in control of the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/TNS)
Integrators

What should a security business do if its bank fails?

March 14, 2023
Recent collapses of three banks have brought the risk to the forefront in the minds of many business owners and executives
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Video Surveillance

Motorola Solutions announces new Avigilon physical security suite

March 14, 2023
The Avigilon security suite includes the cloud-native Avigilon Alta and on-premise Avigilon Unity solutions, each powered by advanced analytics and designed to provide an effortless...
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Fire Alarm Notification Devices

Honeywell Notifier Inspire Fire Alarm with Self-Test Detectors

The system creates a safer building environment by increasing facility managers' awareness of system needs while equipping service providers with digital self-testing tools that...
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Smart Home

Resideo completes acquisition of BTX Technologies

March 13, 2023
Expansion at Resideo's ADI Global Distribution business is a key part of Resideo's long-term strategy, says Jay Geldmacher, president and CEO of Resideo.
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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Solutions

SECO-LARM DIP-Switch Coded Long-Range RF Transmitter

March 13, 2023
The transmitter offers an impressive range of up to 1,800 feet with greater immunity to environmental interference and temperature extremes.
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Integrators

Pye-Barker acquires Amherst Alarm in New York

The addition expands Pye-Barker's alarms footprint outside of New York City and Long Island to the western part of the state.
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Integrators

Per Mar Security Services acquires Homeguard Security

Homeguard Security has utilized Per Mar as the company’s monitoring center for the past 23 years.
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Industry News

Battle lines drawn over facial recognition technology as lawmakers revive proposed ban

March 9, 2023
The Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act would ban the use of federal funds for biometric surveillance systems and information collected through biometric...
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The Women in Security Power 100 was honored at a special breakfast event on Friday at ISC West.
Industry Trade Associations

SIA Honors WISF Power 100 at ISC West

SIA Women in Security Forum hosts a networking breakfast and Power 100 celebration at ISC West
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Access Control

Brivo partners with Sanico USA to bring improved security to commercial, industrial facilities

March 7, 2023
Brivo and Sanico USA will offer improved access control, including biometrics, advanced analytics, AI and remote management.
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Industry News

New York's right to repair law excludes security tech

March 7, 2023
Security Industry Association applauds exclusion of home “security devices or alarm systems”
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Control Buttons & Switches

Camden Restroom/Privacy Kit with No-Touch Wave Activation

March 6, 2023
The new system features Camden’s CM-7536VR Column switches with built-in no-touch sensor activation.
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Smart Home

Alula announces sales organization promotions, restructure to geographically align with partners, customers

March 6, 2023
A new customer-focused organization realignment has been announced to better serve the company's partners.
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Integrators

Security 101 acquires Security Solutions Northwest

March 6, 2023
With this acquisition, Security 101 expands its presence in the State of Washington and complements its existing client base in the education, government, and property management...
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School Security

Michigan State beefs up security with classroom door locks, other measures after shooting

March 3, 2023
The measures include extending the period that buildings will require key card access, and more cameras in addition to the 2,000 security cameras already installed
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Healthcare

New Motorola Solutions report reveals healthcare workers’ greatest safety concerns

March 2, 2023
Overall, the data shows that healthcare workers feel safe in their respective medical environments, but are grappling with safety issues that have dominated headlines in recent...
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While surveillance cameras do have their security benefits, they can contribute to adverse impacts on students, said Odis Johnson Jr., executive director of Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Safe and Healthy Schools.
Industry News

Chicago Public Schools to spend $76 million on school security cameras

March 1, 2023
The cameras will be installed in indoor and outdoor locations, primarily at elementary schools.
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Integrators

Pavion acquires Turnkey Technology

March 1, 2023
This marks Pavion's 12th acquisition since partnering with Wind Point Partners in 2020.
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Integrators

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires AC Daughtry Security Systems

AC Daughtry provides fire alarm systems, fire inspections, intrusion alarms, video surveillance, access control, intercoms and environmental detection solutions for commercial...
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Video Surveillance

Hanwha Techwin rebrands as Hanwha Vision with focus on next-generation vision solutions

March 1, 2023
The rebranding comes at a pivotal time in the company’s history, with the continued success of Hanwha’s established technologies contributing to rapid growth over the past several...
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Enclosures & Camera Mounts

Chase Security Systems CCG 745B Wire Guard

A wire guard used to protect ceiling or wall mounted cameras from tampering and damage.
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Control Panels

IQ Pro Hybrid Security Panel from Johnson Controls

built for intrusion protection in commercial buildings, large residential facilities, campuses, and K-12 markets