Corporate News
Acceliot’s STAR System RFID Accelerates IOT-Driven Digital Transformation Across Industries
Acceliot has entered into an agreement for exclusive rights to manufacture, sale and distribute the Mojix RFID hardware, including the award-winning line of STAR and STARflex RFID readers. First launched in 2008, the STAR System product line continues to evolve and deliver industry-leading performance with the highest reader sensitivity in the market, onboard application support, and real-time location accuracy down to 3 feet.
PSA Security Network Becomes a CIS Secure Suite Member
PSA announced that it has become a CIS SecureSuite? member. Through this membership, PSA is further bolstering its cybersecurity defenses by leveraging CIS SecureSuite resources. The CIS Benchmarks, the consensus-based, internationally recognized security configuration resources, CIS-CAT Pro, and the CIS Controls?, a set of cyber practices developed by global experts, all help to protect an organization against pervasive and dangerous cyber-attacks.
Milestone Extends Technical Support Hours, Enhances Comprehensive Services
Integrators and resellers will be pleased to know that the Milestone Systems Americas Technical Support team has extended its hours of operation. Now Milestone partners on the U.S. East Coast, Eastern Canada, and in Brazil will have access to Technical Support two hours earlier, beginning at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Milestone Systems has adjusted its hours of operation in the Americas. Milestone Technical Support for its partners is now open for business beginning at 4 a.m. Pacific time.
Finbarr Solutions Appointed by Labtech London Limited for Security Assessment of Prime Real Estate in the Capital
Finbarr Solutions announced that it has been commissioned by Labtech London Limited. Its specialist team of security professionals, investigators and intelligence analysts will assess and advise on measures, to ensure Labtech London Limited delivers the highest levels of safety and security for citizens, tourists, businesses and infrastructure, throughout the 20-acres of prime real estate it owns and manages across Camden Market and West London.
Keeping Pace with the Evolution of Security Technology
There has been an exponential shift in technology within the security industry. Driving that shift is a variety of factors, including but not limited to greater customer demand for security systems and what they can provide, along with the sheer volume of smart products. In fact, Gartner predicts that by 2028, there will be one indoor surveillance camera per five employees in the U.S. and one per employee in China.
PSA Announces Partnership with QUMULEX for Managed Security Service Provider Program
PSA announced the addition of Qumulex. Qumulex offers a cloud-based, unified access control and video surveillance solution for physical security integrators that serve commercial markets. Qumulex?s video management and access control system is browser-based, using a mobile-first, modern progressive web app that runs on any device with a browser. The Qumulex open platform assures maximum flexibility for security integrators to choose best of breed cameras, door controllers, switches, analytics, and cloud integrations.
ProdataKey Simplifies Third-Party Integrations with Introduction of Webhooks
ProdataKey announced that the company has made it easier to connect third-party solutions with pdk io software through the use of webhooks. Webhooks are an enhancement to the pdk io API, allowing the software to send automated notifications to a receiving URL when specified events occur. They can be created for any number of access control events, such as opening a specific door, opening any door, the entry of a specific employee, or the addition or deactivation of a user.
UBIQ Closes $6.4 Million Seed Round To Grow API Encryption Platform
Ubiq Security announced it has raised $6.4 million in a seed equity investment round. The round was led by Okapi Venture Capital, an early investor in Crowdstrike, with participation from TenOneTen Ventures, Cove Fund, DLA Piper Venture, Volta Global, and Alexandria Venture Investments. Ubiq will use the funds to accelerate platform development, developer relations, and customer acquisition. Ubiq has built an API-based developer platform that eliminates the traditional complexities of encryption and key management.
New Viakoo Website Sets the Stage for Evolved IoT Market Focus
Viakoo has launched a new website to reflect the company’s evolved focus on enterprise device management. The new website features the Viakoo Action Platform and its four core pillars: Service Assurance, Firmware Updates, Password Verification and Certificate Management. To help IT professionals better manage critical enterprise IoT device and physical security applications, the new website also features a wealth of insightful information and resources.
Tavcom Training Celebrates 25 Years of Professionalising the Global Security Industry
Tavcom Training is celebrating its 25-year anniversary. Since 1995, the company has trained and certified in excess of 50,000 learners in over 100 countries, across its extensive portfolio of more than 100 classroom and online courses. With the growth in manufacturers of security technology in the mid to late 90?s, including CCTV, access control, alarms, and IP networking, there was a growing demand for expert vendor agnostic training.
Sage Integration Names Jim Geyer Vice President of Sales
Sage Integration has named industry veteran Jim Geyer as its new vice president of sales. Geyer will lead an expanding sales team as Sage continues to grow its national footprint protecting clients? people, facilities and reputations with innovative, on-the-ground support. With Geyer?s 22 years of security industry experience, the Sage executive team saw a leader who offered tactical sales abilities while also demonstrating broader strategic knowledge.
Siqura Becomes Part of TKH Security
From January 1st, 2021 onwards, all Siqura activities will continue under the banner of TKH Security. These leading companies in video security solutions were both already members of TKH Group NV. The Siqura video security solutions are often sold in combination with the developed security solutions of TKH Security and this complete solution is highly appreciated by our customers worldwide.
ASIS International Announces 2021 Global Board of Directors
ASIS International announced the full slate of directors for its 2021 Global Board. The Global Board of Directors, first installed in 2020, is a major step in the association?s transition to a new global governance structure that allows ASIS to better provide service to its members at the local, regional, and global levels. Global Board director Timothy M. McCreight, CPP, of Canada, was selected by the board to serve as Secretary-Treasurer in 2021.
Acronis Acquires CyberLynx, Enhances Cyber Protection Portfolio
Acronis announced the acquisition of CyberLynx, a leading Israel-based cybersecurity consultancy firm with a presence in the U.K., Switzerland, and Luxembourg. This acquisition marks Acronis? third in the past year, which continues the company?s accelerated growth plan. As a premier provider of security audits, penetration testing, and proprietary training solutions, CyberLynx enjoys a global customer presence built on cutting-edge technical expertise.
PSA Announces Partnership with Proactive Data Storage & Monitoring, Inc.
PSA announced the addition of ProActive Data Storage and Monitoring Inc.,
Invixium Establishes New Middle East Headquarters in Dubai
Invixium is opening a new office in Dubai, servicing the Middle East, Turkey, North Africa and Pakistan. The new MENA headquarters has been established to best respond to the growing interest in Invixium’s health-focused, temperature-based workforce management and access control biometric solutions that are in high demand as businesses reopen during COVID-19. Invixium’s new office is centrally located in Dubai Internet City, which is regarded as the innovation and technology hub of the region.
BCD International Named to ASMAG?s Security 50 List
Messe Frankfurt?s ASMAG Security IoT published its 2020 Security 50 list, naming BCD International as one of the 50 ?most influential security companies in the world.? Of the 50 companies listed, six were from North America. BCD International ranked No. 3 among North American companies, and No. 28 overall. BCD International was among seven newcomers to make this year?s list, posting a 36 percent growth in revenue from 2018 to 2019.
BCD International Adds Andrew Hubble to Global Team
Continuing to expand its global presence, BCD International announced the appointment of security industry veteran Andrew Hubble as Managing Director ? APAC. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales, Hubble will be
responsible for the management of APAC safety and security, computer vision and IoT customer relationships, and to drive BCD revenue through existing and new
customer relationships.
Safeture Strengthens the European Sales Organization
The employee safety company, Safeture AB, continues to expand its operations rapidly. The recruitment of Marcel Brandt as Senior Sales Manager is part of Safeture’s focus on increasing sales and strengthened the sales organization in the global market. Safeture is an international SaaS company offering a complete cloud-based platform designed to manage employee safety and risk/crisis management. Safeture helps more than 3 500 companies and organizations protect their employees.
Olymbec Chooses Hanwha Cameras to Secure its Properties and Improve Rentability
Hanwha Techwin America announced that Olymbec has chosen Hanwha cameras to help secure its properties and improve rentability. Managing upwards of 300 properties in Quebec and 15 different States in the US, Olymbec owns more than 30 million square feet of property. Managing this much real estate means that Olymbec has to balance a variety of concerns, including providing positive tenant experiences, generating revenue, and protecting assets.