Author: Jay Bartlett

Shelly Breaks Barriers with Z-Wave Long Range: Whole-Property Smart Controls

Shelly Group announces its portfolio of Shelly Wave devices with Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) is now shipping. This expanded lineup delivers unprecedented range, supports thousands of devices on a single hub, and provides rock-solid sub-GHz reliability while maintaining the simplicity and functionality that consumers and installers expect of Shelly devices.   

The Rise of Predictive Video Analytics: Moving Beyond Reactive Surveillance

The accelerated development of artificial intelligence (AI) is causing a significant shift in the physical security scene. Security systems are now using AI to anticipate threats, comprehend complicated actions, and enable a genuinely proactive defense, going beyond simple recording and reactive monitoring. Predictive video analytics, a crucial AI application at the vanguard of this revolution, is radically altering the way we safeguard infrastructure, people, and assets.

Selling Security: How to Win Over Every Personality Type Introduction: Why Personality Types Matter More Than You Think

Audrey Pierson’s latest series, How to Win Over Every Personality Type, focuses on the unspoken truth every sales professional faces – perceived value is different from one individual to the next.  In this series, Audrey presents how properly aligning the sales process to each category of personality type is crucial in the advancement of a deal through the sales process.

Interface Systems Publishes Compliance Guide to Help New York Retailers Meet Workplace-Violence Prevention Law

Interface Systems, a leading managed service provider delivering business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses, released a compliance guide to help New York retailers meet the requirements of the state’s Retail Worker Safety Act and its chapter amendment, Senate Bill S740. The law’s 270-day grace period expired on June 4, 2025, and retailers that have not completed the mandated steps now face potential penalties and increased liability.

Mall of America Deploys AI-Powered Analytics To Enhance Parking Intelligence

Advanced car counting and surveillance solutions from Axis Communications boost operational efficiency across one of North America’s largest tourist destinations. Mall of America, the largest shopping and entertainment complex in North America, announced an expansion of its ongoing partnership with Axis Communications to deploy cutting-edge car-counting video analytics across more than a dozen locations.

Smarter Surveillance Starts Here: Shogun + Nx Witness

In today’s fast-paced environments, real-time visibility is no longer optional, it’s critical. That’s where Shogun, the advanced analytics engine at the core of Art of Logic’s Samurai Suite, comes in. Seamlessly integrated with Nx Witness, Shogun equips security teams, city operators, retailers, and infrastructure managers with the tools to detect faster, respond smarter, and act with confidence.

Increasing RMR With The Internet Of Things (IOT)

With the security industry rapidly transitioning to incorporate advanced technology and home automation elements, productive new ways to generate recurring monthly revenue have arisen for alarm companies. By offering service upgrades and add-ons related to the Internet of Things, security system providers can increase their profits and business value, all while providing in-demand services to their customers.

From Smart To Autonomous: How An “AI Home” Will Redefine Security Expectations

Picture this. You step out of your bedroom at 6 a.m. and the hallway lights glow to 35 percent—enough to guide you without the morning glare. The coffee machine hums, the thermostat nudges two degrees warmer, and the security system silently shifts from sleep to awake mode. You never touched a keypad, never opened an app. The platform simply knows your weekday routine, predicts what you need next, and keeps a watch out for the unexpected.

Don’t Go About It Alone! Trusted Partnerships Are Critical for Navigating Today’s Technology Advancements

A few years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) still felt like a future concept. Now, it’s everywhere – and in our industry, it’s already reshaping how we think about security. The same goes for cloud platforms, “as-a-service” models and a host of other technologies that are quickly becoming part of the standard toolkit.

The Evolving Eye: How Advanced Sensing Is Redefining Security And Beyond

The landscape of physical security is undergoing a profound transformation, moving far beyond traditional cameras and access controls. Today, modern sensor technologies —especially those that use thermal and optical gas imaging— are becoming indispensable instruments for a variety of purposes. No longer shoe-horned to only thwarting threats, modern sensors can be crucial in proactive environmental monitoring, industrial-operational efficiency, or predictive maintenance. 

Genetec Supports Global Growth With New Office Expansions 

Genetec announced the expansion of its Montreal headquarters and UK office to meet rising customer demand, support continued innovation, and accommodate rapid workforce growth. This global expansion reflects a long-term strategy to align operations with customer expectations for constant innovation and to build a work environment that attracts and retains top talent.

CDW Transforms Global Security Operations With Genetec Security Center

Genetec Inc., the global leader in enterprise physical security software, announced that CDW Corporation, a leading multi-brand provider of IT solutions in the U.S., U.K., and Canada, has deployed the Genetec™ Security Centerplatform to standardize and unify its physical security operations across over 50 global sites and distribution centers.

i-PRO Expands Campus Safety With BWC4000 And VideoInsight™ VMS Integration

i-PRO Americas Inc. (formerly Panasonic Security), a leading global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, announced a new education-focused integration between its i-PRO BWC4000 Body-Worn Camera and VideoInsight Video Management System (VMS). VideoInsight now offers native support for BWC4000 devices, allowing K–12 schools to live stream, capture, manage, and review body-worn video and audio through a single, secure platform.