Corporate News
ASIS Announces Robust Programming for its Hybrid GSX 2021
ASIS International has announced its programming lineup for the hybrid Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2021, with in-person and digital experiences taking place 27-29 September at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, FL and via the online GSX event platform. Encompassing 80+ sessions tackling vital issues in the security profession, the GSX education lineup will be staged across six learning theaters at the in-person event.
Pierre Bourgeix – Orion ECI
Orion Entrance Control appointed Pierre Bourgeix as an embedded consultant. Bourgeix brings over 30 years of security experience through his work at The Rand Corporation, U.S. State Department, ADT/Tyco Security, HySecurity, Wallace International, SecureState, and BoonEdam. With Bourgeix?s expertise, Orion looks to expand its influence nationally and internationally. Bourgeix?s competencies center around physical and cybersecurity governance.
Sage Integration Adds Knoxville, Tennessee Office
Sage Integration will deliver its client-centric services to the rapidly-growing eastern Tennessee region through a new office in Knoxville. This is Sage Integration?s fourth office; the others are located in Kent, Ohio, Atlanta and Dallas. John Nemerofsky, Sage Integration?s chief operating officer, said an increased client base and demand for service in the fast-growing Knoxville area warranted the opening of the new office. Nemerofsky said another reason for choosing Knoxville was the city?s large number of vendors.
Milestone Systems Introduces Developer Champions Initiative
Milestone has selected five international technology professionals from the Milestone Developer Community, who will be the first to carry the prestigious title of Developer Champion. Software developers are a vital part of Milestone Systems? open platform community. They use the Milestone Integration Platform SDK to develop applications and capabilities that plug in to the XProtect VMS product family. Milestone already offers a variety of initiatives for developers such as the Milestone Developer Forum.
Qualities to Look for When You Hire Security Guards
Most businesses and events that have a lot of people coming in and out of restricted areas require security guards to protect the public and property. The role of a security guard is to escort people away from danger, report to authorities and essentially prevent people from dangerous situations. It?s not always easy to find people that fit the description of a good security guard. It is not an easy job. With the right training a security guard will not only fulfill their duties but exceed them.
ISS Expands into New Office in Dubai
ISS ? Intelligent Security Systems announced an expansion of the company?s presence in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, into a larger workspace. The new office is located at Jumeirah Lake Towers, a large development consisting of 80 towers built along a scenic waterway. The ISS office in Dubai provides sales, technical support and maintenance services, along with local development and software customizations and integration.
Milestone Systems Welcomes Bill Rainey as New Vice President
Milestone Systems announce the appointment of Bill Rainey as Vice President for Channel Sales Strategy. To meet aggressive growth ambitions, Milestone is expanding its Global Sales team with several, new functions and has appointed Rainey to lead Channel Sales Strategy. The new organization is designed to empower Milestone?s strong partner community to sell true business outcomes to customers. Rainey will oversee and drive channel sales strategy as well as the design and implementation of high value partner engagement and enablement programs.
Boon Edam to Demonstrate Doors and Turnstiles at ISC West
Boon Edam announced they will be displaying contactless security doors and turnstiles, including a new optical turnstile, the Speedlane Compact, in booth #8037 at the ISC West exhibition in Las Vegas on July 19-21. ISC West is the largest security event in North America, bringing together thousands of security and safety professionals for networking, education and discovery of new technology. All of Boon Edam?s security entrances will be paired with the latest in access control and biometric technologies to demonstrate a seamless solution for attendees.
Use ESSER Funds for Touch-free Access
Pandemic restrictions may be easing, but the desire to keep K-12 students, staff, and campus visitors safe and secure remains a top priority. Dormakaba designs modern access solutions to make the physical structure of k-12 school buildings and campuses healthier and more secure without disrupting learning. Many access control products available on many local, state and national cooperative contracts can qualify for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief or the Governor?s Emergency Education Relief funds
SALTO Unveils Newly Redesigned Website
SALTO Systems has launched a newly-redesigned website that offers detailed product information, enhanced industry vertical focus, and covers the latest technology and electronic advances for SALTO platforms, technology, and services. The new site places a large emphasis on visitor experience and provides a streamlined, modern design, improved functionality, and accessible resources to help support the informational needs of clients and prospects alike.
Securitas? Board of Directors has Resolved to Purchase Own Shares
The Board of Directors of Securitas AB has resolved, pursuant to the authorization granted by the Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2021, that the company shall acquire own shares of series B on Nasdaq Stockholm. The purpose of the acquisition is to ensure Securitas? undertakings in respect of share-related or share-based incentive programs (other than delivery of shares to participants of incentive programs), including covering social security costs. The acquisition may commence on June 4, 2021.
Beth Kahwajy Zdrojewski Promoted to SALTO Hospitality Vertical Leader
SALTO Systems announce the promotion of Beth Kahwajy Zdrojewski to North America Vertical Business Leader-Hospitality. Prior to taking on this new role, Zdrojewski served as SALTO National Account Manager for Hospitality. SALTO North America Director of Marketing and Vertical Business Steve Burk said the hospitality industry is an important vertical for electronic access control as they continue to leverage added security, operational efficiencies, and guest satisfaction.
HID Launches Card Personalization Solution to Streamline Mediterranean Passenger Line Rewards Program
HID Global announced that maritime company Attica Group has selected its HID FARGO DTC4500e High Capacity Card Printer & Encoder to optimize its loyalty program kiosks. The solution improves the user experience by instantly personalizing high-quality full-color membership cards and supports the continuous issuance needs of the loyalty program. In partnership with local IT company CubeIQ Limited, Attica Group installed user-friendly Seasmiles kiosks on 19 passenger ferries.
Relativity Acquires Text IQ
Text IQ leverages the latest in unsupervised ML, graphical modeling, social network analysis, NLP and deep learning to create AI solutions for the world?s largest enterprises to manage and mitigate risks in enterprise data. Text IQ?s AI helps to lower the cost and risk of legal privilege review, speed up and increase the accuracy of data breach response workflows, and quickly identify and manage personally identifiable information (PII) which are often associated with GDPR and Data Subject Access Requests.
Intelligent Buildings Hires Elliott as Smart Building Consultant
Intelligent Buildings announced it has hired Peter Elliott as a Smart Building Consultant for the General Services Administration (GSA). In this role, Elliott will utilize his design, development, and engineering expertise to create substantial improvements in performance, wellness, and risk mitigation for clients. Elliott?s expertise will support the GSA?s existing goals and drive Smart Building attributes, such as scalability, flexibility, risk mitigation, and long-term cost structure reduction.
Interface Announces $5,000 ?Tech for Good? Scholarship
Interface Security Systems launched a ?Tech for Good? scholarship program to help provide financial support to college students pursuing four-year STEM or other technology-oriented studies and careers. One student will be selected every year from the pool of applicants and will receive $5,000 to help continue their education. To be eligible for this scholarship, students will need to be enrolled full-time in an accredited US university for the 2021-2022 academic year.
SALTO Systems Names Ron Shaffer as Business Lead for Education
SALTO Systems has named Ron Shaffer as the North America Vertical Business Leader-Education. SALTO North America Director of Marketing & Vertical Business, Steve Burk, said access control for education not only makes students, staff, and campuses more secure, it will also drive operational efficiencies, not to mention that it can also be a very attractive draw for students and staff. Shaffer has previously served SALTO as a business development manager and solutions architect technology director.
Open Systems Appoints New CEO, Prepares for Growth
Open Systems announced the appointment of Geoff Haydon as Chief Executive Officer. With more than 20 years? experience growing successful cybersecurity companies, Haydon is tasked with enriching Open Systems? cybersecurity platform and increasing the company?s share of the managed security market, which IDC expects to be the fastest growing segment of global security spending by 2024.
Calipsa Announces New Business Development Leaders
Calipsa announced the promotion of a regional sales director and the appointment of two business development managers as the company continues its expansion in the Americas. Tara Biglari was promoted to regional sales director, Americas. She joined Calipsa in 2017 as a sales associate in the United Kingdom. Since 2020, she has focused solely on business development in the Americas, forming relationships with leading Latin American industry representative companies.
Qognify Expands North America Sales Team as Demand for Physical Security Grows
Qognify announced the expansion of its sales team with five appointments in the North America region. The creation of new roles in business development, sales and sales engineering is in response to the growing demand that Qognify has experienced in the past 12 months for integrated physical security solutions that improve the outcomes while reducing complexity. Christy Bauswell brings more than 20 years of experience in the video surveillance industry to her role as Senior Key Accounts Manager.