Genetec Announces New Version of Security Center
Genetec announced a new version of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. With a shift toward a continuous delivery approach, this version marks a new era in the way customers can stay up to date with the platform’s latest features and updates. The latest version of Security Center brings new mapping enhancements, including a new map widget for dashboards and improved zoom behavior, providing a smoother experience for operators, particularly in large city-wide or multi-site deployments.
Genetec State of Physical Security Report Reveals Physical Security Market is Rapidly Embracing Cloud and Hybrid Solutions
Genetec shared the results of its 2024 State of Physical Security report. Based on insights from over 5,500 physical security leaders worldwide (including end users and channel partners), the report looks at the security strategies organizations are putting in place to effectively navigate the realities of a changing industry.
Genetec Shares Guidance for Retailers on Protecting Against Organized Retail Crime this Holiday Season
The U.S. National Retail Foundation (NRF) reports that its members have once again cited organized retail crime (ORC) as one of the biggest threats to their business. Genetec shared guidance with retailers on protecting their customers, staff, and business as they head into the holiday shopping season. According to NRF’s 2023 National Retail Security Survey, 67% of retailers noted an increase in ORC-related violence and aggression compared with 2022.
Mesa Police Department launches state-of-the-art RTCC with Genetec Security Center, Citigraf, and Clearance
Genetec announced that the Mesa, Arizona Police Department (MPD) has launched a state-of-the-art real-time crime center (RTCC) based on Genetec™ Security Center, Genetec Citigraf™, and Genetec Clearance™. Within the first 12 months of the opening of the RTCC, the MPD solved more than 930 felony and 640 misdemeanor cases and recovered over 268 stolen vehicles while expediting their emergency response, improving situational awareness, and building collaboration in the community of its 550,000 residents.
New Genetec Research Shows Cybersecurity Concerns Continue to Rise Among Physical Security Professionals
As October brings cybersecurity awareness month into the spotlight, new research conducted by Genetec reveals that cybersecurity remains a key concern for physical security experts. Based on insights from over 5,500 physical security leaders from around the world, the research shows that while organizations are putting in place new processes to protect themselves, the level of concern about potential cyber threats continues to increase.
City of New Orleans deploys Genetec AutoVu Cloudrunner to help secure the French Quarter
Genetec announced that the City of New Orleans’ Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) has deployed Genetec AutoVu Cloudrunner to extend the capabilities of its automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) program. The vehicle-centric investigative system helps them gather evidence in the historic French Quarter, with easy-to-deploy, solar-powered ALPR technology that captures high-quality images day or night, making it easier and faster to solve crimes.
Genetec Clearance Helps Transit Authorities Speed up Investigations
Genetec announced that its Genetec ClearanceÔ digital evidence management system now enables the remote retrieval of video recordings from physical security systems across transit agency sites and fleets to help speed up investigations. The capability is enabled by the integration of Clearance with the Genetec Security Center Fleet Monitoring module. Using a browser-based system, agencies can now link all their on-board and landside data into a unified solution to manage evidence and streamline the sharing of recordings with internal departments and external partners.
Genetec Receives SAFETY Act Certification Renewal from U.S. Department of Homeland Security for anti-terrorism technology
Genetec announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has renewed the SAFETY (Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies) Act certification for Genetec™ Security Center through 2028. The designation certifies the unified security platform’s technology that manages and monitors electronic security systems, including access control, video surveillance, and automated license plate reading.
Genetec Helps Organizations Move Seamlessly from Incident Response to Investigations
Genetec announced a new integration between the Genetec Mission Control™ decision management system, and the Genetec Clearance™ digital evidence management solution. This integration enables users to move seamlessly from incident response to investigation from within a single interface. Security teams in organizations such as hospitals, banks, and utilities often handle a high volume of events, and frequently need to share video evidence and incident details with internal departments as well as with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and insurance providers.
Genetec Opens New Office and State-of-the-art Experience Center in Washington, D.C.
Genetec announced the opening of a new office and state-of-the-art experience center in Washington, D.C. Named DCXC, the experience center showcases innovative solutions from Genetec and its large ecosystem of industry-leading technology partners. The on-site Technology Center operates as a fully functioning Security Operation Center (SOC), providing an immersive experience for customers in any industry to see how Genetec solutions can directly enhance their security and operations.
Genetec at GSX 2023: Solutions to simplify the path to unified security
Genetec will showcase innovative technology that simplifies path to unification. As organizations continue to seek systems that streamline their security and operations, Genetec will highlight unified solutions that are easy to deploy, use, and maintain. GSX attendees can discover the recently-announced Genetec web app, which enables users to easily monitor their security system from anywhere and quickly respond to incidents.
Woodbine Entertainment Group Transforms Security Operations and Evidence-sharing with Genetec Security Center and Clearance
Genetec announced that Toronto’s Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) has updated its overall security stance with Genetec™ Security Center and Genetec Clearance™. WEG selected the open, unified Genetec platform with an eye toward future growth. Founded in 1881 as the Ontario Jockey Club, WEG owns and operates Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto, Woodbine Mohawk Park in Campbellville. WEG properties welcome over seven million visitors annually.
New Version of Genetec Sipelia Turns Mobile Phones into Powerful Security Communication Devices
Genetec announced that the latest version of its SIP-based Sipelia Communications Management system is now integrated within the Genetec Mobile app. This means that security staff can now quickly make and receive audio/video calls, broadcast messages on PA speakers, and trigger standard operating procedures right from the Genetec app on their mobile phone.
Genetec introduces Grants Support Team to Help Public Sector Agencies
Genetec introduces the Genetec Grants Support Team (GGST) to assist US public sector agencies research, select, and apply for grant funding for their technology projects. Grants often provide key funding for organizations to introduce solutions that help them better serve their communities. However, public sector teams may not have the time and resources available to research and apply for available grant opportunities. The GGST can now support them, serving as an extension of their internal team throughout the grant process.
Powered By Genetec: The Next Movement
In orchestral music, a movement refers to a self-contained section within a larger composition. For example, a symphony usually consists of four movements, each with its own distinctive musical material and structure. The movements typically have different tempos, keys, and moods, and they often follow a traditional pattern. As an audience member, you can listen for a movement by paying attention to changes in the music. Typically, there will be a pause between movements, and you may notice a shift in tempo or key.
viisights Announces Integration with Genetec Security Center Designed to Improve Early Detection of Security and Safety Events
viisights announced the integration of viisights Wise™ with Genetec™ Security Center, enabling customers to benefit by adding behavioral recognition video analytics to their existing or new systems. viisights unique behavioral recognition video analytics leverage investments in video systems by autonomously detecting and issuing real-time alerts on unsafe conditions and security incidents so they can be addressed before they cause injuries or losses.
The Chicago Cubs Modernize Security at Wrigley Field with Genetec Security Center
Genetec recently helped the Chicago Cubs’ security and technology departments undertake a massive upgrade to modernize security at the iconic Wrigley Field ballpark. Based on Genetec™ Security Center, Omnicast™, and Streamvault™, the new solution extends security to neighboring venues, parking lots and the Chicago Cubs Front Office, keeping people safe across multiple locations.
Genetec Helps Brazil’s Floripa Airport Enhance Safety and Leisure from Curb to Gate
Genetec announced that the company’s flagship unified security platform, Security Center, has been chosen by Brazil’s Hercílio Luz International Airport in Florianópolis (Floripa), to manage its physical security infrastructure, and provide operational insights. Named ‘best airport in Brazil’ by the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Secretariat (SAC), Floripa is one of Brazil’s most modern airports.
Genetec Authorized by the CVE Program as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA)
Genetec announced that it has been authorized by the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) . The mission of the CVE® Program is to identify, define, and catalog publicly disclosed cybersecurity vulnerabilities. It is sponsored by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and is operated by the MITRE Corporation in close collaboration with international industry, academic, and government stakeholders.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District Ramps up School Security with Genetec Security Center
Genetec Inc. announced that the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (CFBISD) in Texas has implemented a unified school security solution with Genetec™ Security Center for video surveillance and access control and Bosch Security Systems for intrusion detection. CFBISD provides schooling for 25,000 pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade in the Dallas suburbs.