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A Hidden Gem - To keep the technology at the forefront of managed services, SDC has teamed up with CheckVideo, and deployed its Cloud VMS remote monitoring software platform.

A Hidden Gem

To keep the technology at the forefront of managed services, SDC has teamed up with CheckVideo, and deployed its Cloud VMS remote monitoring software platform.

Alarm Response - For years, the alarm industry has framed alarm verification around a simple and actionable response. When an alarm is triggered by an external factor, an agency is then responsible for responding to the incident.

Alarm Response

For years, the alarm industry has framed alarm verification around a simple and actionable response. When an alarm is triggered by an external factor, an agency is then responsible for responding to the incident.

Orlando Eye - Multi-vendor integration observes the highest standards

Orlando Eye

Merlin Entertainment needed a full-scale security solution for its new central-Florida triple-attraction complex: The Orlando Eye, Madame Tussaud’s Orlando and SEA LIFE Orlando.



Assessing The Challenges - Legacy systems are nearing the end of their lifecycle

Assessing The Challenges

Large hospital environments present unique challenges for a surveillance integrator specifically, these challenges can include implementing IP Surveillance Technology, Access Control or Networking.

It's All About Customer Service

When industry veteran Timothy J. Whall was first approached to take the helm of Protection 1 back in 2010, it was primarily a residential security company that was struggling with growth.

Intruder Alert - Since 9/11, airport and aviation security has generally been terminal centric with increased checkpoint screening for passengers and air cargo, increased protection of the flight deck with both physical security and air marshals to secure planes while in flight.

Intruder Alert

Since 9/11, airport and aviation security has generally been terminal centric with increased checkpoint screening for passengers and air cargo, increased protection of the flight deck with both physical security and air marshals to secure planes while in flight.

Passion for Security - As a kid, Matt Barnette got shuffled around the country as his father would relocate his family for career opportunities in the technology field.

Passion for Security

As a kid, Matt Barnette got shuffled around the country as his father would relocate his family for career opportunities in the technology field.

The electronic key is gaining wide acceptance in North America

It's A Revolution

Opening a door with anything other than a metal key was once unimaginable, but a growing number of openings are using an electronic key.

Sophisticated Entrance - Access system deployed to stop tailgating at university student life center

Sophisticated Entrance

Entry solution providers must understand an end user organization’s “culture,” and must be able to communicate the best way for the organization to adapt to a new security entrance.

I’m Fightin’ Mad about Paris - Today, I plan to take a look at international security, and frankly, I am not even getting close to the line of invalidity. Security is an international problem, and security has been about terrorism since 9/11.

I’m Fightin’ Mad about Paris

Today, I plan to take a look at international security, and frankly, I am not even getting close to the line of invalidity. Security is an international problem, and security has been about terrorism since 9/11.

Better Connections

The life safety industry, comprised primarily of burglary, fire and medical alert systems, has seen an accelerated evolution in monitoring service offerings over the past decade.

Steady Stream of RMR - The “free alarm system” has been around so long that many professionals can’t remember a time when it wasn’t the starting point for just about any company looking to hang a keypad in a customer’s home.

Steady Stream of RMR

The “free alarm system” has been around so long that many professionals can’t remember a time when it wasn’t the starting point for just about any company looking to hang a keypad in a customer’s home.

Know before you go: NYE Times Square Security

Know before you go: NYE Times Square Security

In the midst of the terror events happening around the world, it isn’t a bad idea to have a plan when celebrating NYE in Times Square.

Worst Data Breaches of 2015

Worst Data Breaches of 2015

It seems all we read about in 2015 was data breaches, data breaches and more data breaches.

Theme Parks Install Metal Detectors to Protect from Soft Target Attack

Theme Parks Install Metal Detectors to Protect from Soft Target Attack

Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal have announced that they are adding additional security precautions.

3 Tips to Keep your Home Secure Over the Holidays

3 Tips to Keep your Home Secure Over the Holidays

Don’t let your holiday season turn be ruined by bad security.

U.S. Airports with the Highest and Lowest Security Satisfaction

U.S. Airports with the Highest and Lowest Security Satisfaction

AirportXP, a mobile experience tool, allowed travelers to log their satisfaction with airport security checkpoints.

Schools Prepare For Crisis Through Technology Solutions

Schools Prepare For Crisis Through Technology Solutions

Throughout America, schools have made great strides in creating a safety-first culture while federal, state and local governments have also offered expertise to help schools create a more secure environment.

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    ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) – the leading membership associations for the security industry – have announced details for the 2025 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The third annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. This carefully crafted program represents a comprehensive professional development opportunity for women in security this year. To view the full lineup at this year’s event, please visit securityleadher.org. Read Now

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    ISC West 2025, organized by RX and in collaboration with the Security Industry Association, concluded at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas last week. The nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security event attracted nearly 29,000 industry professionals and left a lasting impression on the global security community. Over five action-packed days, ISC West welcomed more than 19,000 attendees and featured 750 exhibiting brands. Read Now

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    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions.

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.