Security Industry Association And ISC Events Present Largest Security Trade Show Of The Year
ISC West 2014, produced by ISC Events and sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA), attracted record attendance this year with more than 26,000 industry professionals attending the three-day exposition, which was held at the Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas April 2-4. Attendees enjoyed direct access to tens of thousands of products […]
Wing Security Joins Cloud Security Alliance
Wing Security announced its membership in the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA). Association with the CSA underscores Wing Security’s commitment to collaborating on cloud security standards and empowering organizations to safely leverage SaaS applications. Wing Security’s automated Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Security Posture Management (SSPM) solution, which offers unparalleled visibility and control for more than 300,000 SaaS applications, is vital for businesses to mitigate and remediate security risks efficiently.
Arcules Focuses on Empowering Integration, Exploring Cloud Evolution, and Educating the Industry at ISC West 2024
Arcules is set to showcase its innovations in partnerships, artificial intelligence, and cloud solutions at this week’s ISC West. The company will highlight its commitment to the continuous success of its integrators, concentrating on a cohesive sales and consulting strategy to offer immediate and long-term benefits to end users through cloud services and video and business intelligence.
Sustaining A Successful Security Business, 50 Years of Insight
Looking back to 1974, I first entered the Security Business as a sales representative. The security industry was mostly controlled by a small group of national companies with UL Central Stations in most major cities, namely ADT, Wells Fargo, Holmes Electric Protection, Honeywell and Rollins Protective. I can’t remember the last time I’ve heard anyone mention most of these companies.
AI-Enabled Mobile Security Trailers Protect Retailers from Growing Threat
Last year, retail stores in the U.S. lost an estimated $86.6 billion USD to theft. According to the same report from the National Retail Federation, that number is projected to increase to over $115 billion by 2025. Loss prevention is always top of mind for retailers. However, of growing concern is organized retail crime, which is increasing at an alarming rate. Brick-and-mortar retailers, many of which are already struggling, are now facing increased exposure.
ASIS International and SIA Reveal 2024 Security LeadHER Conference Details
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profession. The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 24 and Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown.
Hakimo and Convergint Partner to Deliver AI-Powered Security Solutions to Global Security Teams
Hakimo announced a reseller partnership with international systems integrator Convergint. The partnership will enable Convergint to offer Hakimo’s AI-powered security solutions to its customers across the globe. The Hakimo platform uses computer vision and machine learning to automate the monitoring of physical security sensors such as cameras and badge readers.
Security.World Q&A with Chris Fowler, Director of Emerging Technologies at ADT Commercial
We’re seeing a rise in violent incidents at businesses and storefronts across the country. What types of industries/workplaces are most impacted? Workplace crime and violent incidents can happen anywhere within any organization. We are particularly concerned about the safety of front-line workers – from retail to public transportation to financial services. Employers must step in with better policies and tools to protect their greatest asset: their workforce.
i-PRO Taps Security Industry Expert Antoinette King as Regional Sales Director & Head of Cyber Convergence
i-PRO announced that it has appointed Antoinette King, a nationally recognized physical and cyber security expert, as Director of Regional Sales East and Head of Cyber Convergence. In her new position, King will be responsible for managing i-PRO Americas’ sales for the US East Coast. She will also lead the company’s cyber convergence initiative to establish a holistic security approach that aligns cybersecurity and physical security functions with organizational priorities and business objectives.
Hakimo Raises $6M as Demand for Smarter Physical Security Increases
Hakimo announced $6 million in new funding led by Rocketship.vc, with participation from existing investors Neotribe Ventures, defy.vc and Firebolt Ventures as well as new investors Carrier Global Corporation, through its venture capital group, Carrier Ventures, and well-known physical security industry entrepreneur John L. Moss. Hakimo will use the capital to further accelerate product development and expand into new markets.
Axis Communications Launches “Connect” Podcast Aimed at Fostering Innovation Through Conversations with Industry Visionaries
Connect with us as Axis as they explore how the world’s best and brightest are leveraging the latest technologies, navigating pitfalls, and predicting what’s next. Discover new ways of thinking, and doing, as they combine human imagination with intelligent technology. Axis Communications announced the release of a new proprietary podcast, “Connect”. The show encourages people from every industry to join prominent thought leaders as they explore timely and important topics around technology and network solutions.
Konica Minolta Enhances Fire Protection, Quality Assurance and Perimeter Security with Expanded Thermal Imaging Solutions Offering
Konica Minolta has extended its thermal imaging monitoring portfolio with the new MOBOTIX p71 Thermal ECO camera and new MOBOTIX Advanced Radiometry App. The thermal imaging monitoring operates in three main areas: early fire detection (or even detecting the risk before flames arise); quality assurance and process optimisation; and 24/7 security in object and perimeter protection – all whilst being fully GDPR-compliant.
Genetec at Global Security Exchange (GSX)2022
At GSX (booth # 1843), Genetec will unveil the latest version of Security Center which will offer new features to streamline security operations. Genetec will also demonstrate the latest version of Security Center Synergis™, the company’s IP-based access control system (ACS) that provides enhanced cybersecurity, flexibility, and insights. With an expanding list of integrated devices, Synergis empowers users to break free from proprietary access control systems and avoid the long-term limitations and risks of closed solutions.
Arcules Increases Industry Expertise with Leadership Appointment
Arcules announced the appointment of Maureen Carlo as the company’s Director of Strategic Account Development. Carlo brings extensive experience in both industry leadership and scaling operations to Arcules. For more than 15 years, her diverse background, business acumen, and achievements have influenced some of the high-tech industry’s most well-respected and innovative brands.
SIA Selects two Allied Universal Leaders for 2022 Women in Security Forum Power 100
Allied Universal is proud to announce that two company leaders, Caress Kennedy and Floria Chiu, were selected as inaugural honorees for the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum Power 100. This initiative, presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum, honors 100 women in the security industry each year who are role models for actively advancing diversity, inclusion, innovation and leadership in the community.
Major Airports Turn to HID Global to Help Navigate Bumpy Travel Industry Recovery
As airports navigate an uneven return to pre-pandemic operations, many of the largest are using HID SAFE for Aviation as a unified physical identity and access management solution for defending against security and safety threats while consolidating, automating, and simplifying associated administrative and regulatory processes.
Tom Votel Named Board Chair of International Safety Equipment Association
Tom Votel, Ergodyne President & CEO, was elected Chair of the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) at the group’s annual fall meeting in Arlington, Virginia. An ISEA board member since 2011, Votel previously served for 2 years as Vice Chair alongside outgoing chairman Craig Wallentine, Global Business Development Manager, DuPont Safety & Construction (retired). Assuming Votel’s previous post as Vice Chair is Nate Kogler, Vice President of Products & Engineering, Bradley Corporation. Other board elections include Kelly Kolb, Senior Business Development Manager, Kimberly-Clark, to the position of ISEA Board Treasurer.
Genetec Launches Industry’s First Traffic Enclosure Management Solution
Genetec announced the industry’s first enclosure management solution that gives traffic managers and engineers the ability to remotely manage, monitor, and secure traffic enclosures. Utilizing Cloud Link Roadrunner™, an industry-specific NEMA TS2 (National Electrical Manufacturer Association) compliant hardware, combined with the latest in access management software, the new enclosure management solution replaces traditional mechanical locks and enables customers to know and control who, how, and when their remote enclosures are accessed.
Honeywell Previews New Upgrades to Security and Fire Tech at ISC
Honeywell will preview the latest upgrades to its security and fire products at the 2021 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), July 19-21 in Las Vegas. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to preview and learn more about Honeywell’s security and fire solutions that provide streamlined operational efficiency, real-time response, predictive analytics and flexible integration that can ultimately help reduce costs and increase revenue for end users.
SIA and ASIS International to Hold Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Event for Security Industry
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association have announced a partnership to produce an event designed to help security organizations and businesses around the world develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) strategies. The free virtual event, titled Global DE&I Strategy: Policy and Practices that Produce Positive Business Outcomes, will be held 10 December 2020, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET.