Corporate News
Johnson Controls Announces Technology Initiative
Johnson Controls has entered into an agreement with CBRE, World Resources Institute and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) to test and deploy an open-source, web-based energy analysis tool to identify energy efficient retrofit opportunities in commercial buildings. The initiative is part of the Johnson Controls and CBRE Innovation Lab, which was established three years ago to evaluate, connect and leverage products, services and energy data to create value for occupiers and investors of real estate.
Devine180 Is Onboard With OnSSI
OnSSI has signed on Devine180 as their latest manufacturer?s rep firm handling the company?s flagship Ocularis 5 Video Management Software and RecOn5 Series Pre-loaded NVRs and Servers. A premier manufacturer?s rep firm for advanced video and security solutions in the Midwest, Devine180, will provide marketing and support services to OnSSI in the East Wisconsin, North Illinois, and Northwest Indiana for OnSSI.
TDSi To Present New GARDiS Software At Intersec Dubai 2019
TDSi will be appearing with distribution partner IPTEC on Stand SA-B27 at Intersec Dubai 2019, from 20th-22nd January. TDSi will be showing its newly released GARDiS software, along with the EXgarde Enterprise integrated security management solution, its range of controllers and discussing its forthcoming incorporation of Bluetooth Low Energy readers and mobile credentials into the TDSi product portfolio.
Lightspeed Venture Partners Invest In AI Leader AnyVision
AnyVision announced new funding from Lightspeed Venture Partners and Qualcomm Ventures, bringing its Series A round to a total of $43 million. The new funding from one of Silicon Valley?s most well-known investors arms AnyVision to accelerate its sales and marketing activity for 2019, an important step in securing its position as the world?s leading AI company.
Open Options Appoints Steve Wagner As President
Open Options has appointed Steve Wagner as the company?s new President. Steve began his career in the industry in 1986 as VP of Sales & Marketing for Checkpoint Systems. He moved on to become the COO with HID Global for 8 years. In 2009, Steve became the President of Mercury Security and successfully grew that business which was eventually sold to HID Global/Assa Abloy. Steve brings a wide breadth of knowledge and experience to the Open Options team.
BRAVO-3 Conference: Educating The Brave
Tripwire Operations Group will host the international BRAVO-3 Training Conference & Vendor Show in Daytona Beach, Fl., March 4-6, 2019. This all-inclusive, multi-discipline event will offer unsurpassed training opportunities for those in all emergency services vocations. Police/SWAT, fire, HAZMAT, EMS, Bomb Squad (HDS/EOD) technicians, K9 teams, and specialized members of the military, can benefit from the conference.
Maxxess To Showcase Its Latest Advances At Intersec 2019
Maxxess will be at Intersec 2019 showcasing its latest advances in corporate risk reduction, improved people management, and smarter hospitality access solutions – including new releases in its popular eFusion and Ambit solutions. The latest version of the VisitorPoint module within the eFusion security management platform will be showcased, offering a host of new streamlined functions for efficient people and visitor management.
Boon Edam Announces 2019 Technical Training Program In North America
Boon Edam announced the breadth of its 2019 technical training program, including scheduled factory trainings, online webinars and roadshow trainings throughout the United States. Technical training events are free of charge to Boon Edam distributor and integrator partners, and include one to three days of intensive product instruction and hands-on exercises. For the 2019 training program, Boon Edam?s Training Manager, Zac Ellett, has created an improved curriculum.
TrackTik Software Announces $45-Million In Financing To Help Security Guard Companies
With the need for security guard services growing worldwide, Montreal-based tech startup TrackTik Software Inc., an integrated security workforce management cloud-based software, announced $45 million in financing from Toronto-based Georgian Partners and Montreal-based Caisse de d
Industry Veterans Launch New Company To Address Next Generation Security Challenges
Security, intelligence, and technology industry experts Matt Devost and Bob Gourley have launched a new company to address current and emerging enterprise challenges. OODA LLC will provide comprehensive consulting and advisory services including a highly specialized Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning security practice.
Iris ID iCAM 7S Series Certified By Indian Agency
Iris ID announced its iCAM 7S series has been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under license number R-41110639, the national standards-setting body for India. The recently mandatory BIS certification attests to the safety, quality and reliability of electronic, medical, construction and other many other commercial and consumer products. The iCAM 7S series and other company products are extensively used by India?s Unique Identification Authority as part of the country?s national identity program.
Perpetuity Training Announces First International Security And Risk Management MSc Graduates
Perpetuity Training, part of the Linx International Group announced the first graduates from the International Security and Risk Management MSc, developed and delivered by Perpetuity Training in collaboration with the University of South Wales (USW). The ceremony took place in Pontypridd on 17th December 2018. The course addresses the critical issues in security management and combines theoretical knowledge with professional best practice.
Julia?s House Is TDSi?s Chosen Charity Again For 2019
Integrated security manufacturer TDSi announced that it will again be supporting Dorset-based children?s hospice Julia?s House in 2019. The announcement follows a programme of successful activities last year which included a ?Change for Change? collection day, a Halloween ?Bake Off? event, participation in the grueling Tough Mudder and ?Christmas Jumper Day?.
Qognify Completes Acquisition of On-Net Surveillance Systems
Qognify announced that it has completed the acquisition of On-Net Surveillance Systems (OnSSI), including the pioneer of IP video technology – SeeTec GmbH. Backed by the global investment firm Battery Ventures, Qognify announced the agreement on December 22, 2018 and the deal closed on December 28, 2018. With Qognify, OnSSI and SeeTec operating under one umbrella, the company is today one of the largest VMS, Video Analytics, PSIM and Critical Incident Management companies in the world.
Qognify To Acquire On-Net Surveillance Systems (OnSSI)
Qognify announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire On-Net Surveillance Systems, Inc. (OnSSI) and the OnSSI company SeeTec GmbH. In bringing these award-winning technology solution portfolios together under one roof —including Qognify VisionHub, OnSSI Ocularis, and SeeTec Cayuga— Qognify becomes one of the largest VMS, Video Analytics, PSIM, and critical incident management companies in the world. Qognify is backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures.
ACRE To Acquire Texas Based Open Options
ACRE announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Open Options based in Addison, Texas. This purchase will enhance ACRE?s strategic expansion plans for strengthening its access control business and product portfolio. ACRE?s CEO, Joseph Grillo, stated that this transaction will continue to expand ACRE?s competitive position in a highly fragmented market with great growth potential.
ASIS International’s Susan Carioti Appointed Director-At-Large To ANSI
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has appointed Susan Carioti, the vice president of certification, standards and guidelines at ASIS International, to a three-year term as a director-at-large on the ANSI board of directors. As a director-at-large, Carioti will work with members of the board to determine and approve the policies and direction of ANSI?s strategic vision, and in close collaboration with stakeholders from industry and government, to identify and develop standards and conformance-based solutions to national, international and global priorities.
Arecont Vision Costar Expands US Southeast Coverage With COM-TECH Systems, Inc.
Arecont Vision Costar announces that COM-TECH Systems, Inc. has joined as a new Authorized Manufacturer?s Representative for the US Southeast region. COM-TECH Systems, Inc. is proven throughout the Carolinas in the sale of structured cabling, data center and audio/visual products, and security technology. It supports customers through three regions, those being Charlotte/Western North Carolina, Raleigh/Eastern North Carolina, and South Carolina.
PSA TEC 2019 General Registration Opens Today
PSA announced general registration has opened for PSA TEC 2019. Discounted early bird pricing is available until January 12, 2019 for all attendees. Attendees are encouraged to register promptly to secure their seats. Waitlists will be utilized for sessions and certifications that reach capacity. This is the premier education and networking event for all professional systems integrators in the security and audio-visual markets.
ReconaSense Expands Sales And Marketing With Key Executive Hires
ReconaSense announced two new members of the executive team. Pat Aiello joins as the vice president of global sales and Melanie Meyer Sommer serves as the vice president of marketing. Pat?s customer-centric and engaging leadership style will help accelerate the company?s go-to-market strategy to better serve its customers and partners. Melanie is a creative, performance-driven marketing leader bringing over 20 years of marketing and communications experience to ReconaSense.