Vanderbilt Proves Access Control Belongs in the Cloud
Cloud-based access control solutions are able to deliver remote access and instant management to protect the premise. As access control and video management are already key security systems, the shift to an open platform model is only growing. For example, Vanderbilt?s solution allows access to the system from any device, allowing flexibility for staff working remotely. Currently, the majority of Enterprises and many SMBs have either already made or are making the process of shifting resources to the cloud.
Ron Virden Joins dormakaba as Senior Vice President, Entrance Systems & Interior Glass
dormakaba announced that Ron Virden has joined its Access Solutions Americas segment as Senior Vice President, Entrance Systems & Interior Glass. He will lead these product lines in North and South America, with focus on growth.Virden joined dormakaba December 1, 2020 and will be based in the company?s Indianapolis headquarters. Virden has nearly 25 years of experience in executive leadership roles within multinational and portfolio companies in the security industry.
Guaranty RV Super Centers Select Supra TRAC-Box Solution to Help Secure and Track Keys
Supra announced that its TRAC-Box key management solution has been selected by Oregon-based Guaranty RV Super Centers to help secure and track keys while keeping pace with a growing demand for recreational vehicle (RV) travel. Supra is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions. Located in Junction City, Oregon, Guaranty is the state?s largest dealer of recreational vehicles.
Vanderbilt Introduces Zero-touch, Cloud-issued Mobile Credentials
Vanderbilt announced the introduction of Vanderbilt Mobile ACT ID, featuring zero-touch, cloud-issued credentials for seamless integration into its access control solutions. The result is the ability to easily issue new credentials, as well as instantly grant and restrict access for office buildings, government facilities, healthcare institutions, schools, residences and a growing variety of enterprises.
Army and Navy Academy Secures Campus by Upgrading to Hanwha Cameras and Wisenet WAVE VMS
Hanwha Techwin America announced that Army and Navy Academy, a college preparatory military boarding school in California has upgraded its security infrastructure with Hanwha security cameras. Located on a 23-acre beach-front property, the school is home to more than 300 students and employs more than 140 faculty and staff members. The Academy developed a strategic plan that focused on supporting the long-term success of their cadets.
From Sanctions to Startups: The Role of Emotional Resilience in Building a Drone Business
Saving lives is an obvious reason why logistics is important for war-torn areas. But the importance wasn?t as apparent for other industries until we learned how firefighting logistics prohibited fire suppression. Meaning, the more firefighters focused on moving stuff, the less they spent on putting out fires. And that is why a wildfire grows from 10 acres to 10,000 acres overnight.
CentralSquare Partners With Genetec: Enables First Responders to See in Real-time What is Happening During a 911 Emergency
CentralSquare announced that it has entered into a partnership with Genetec Inc. The partnership brings together CentralSquare?s broad and unified Public Safety Enterprise and Pro suites and flagship products from Genetec, including Genetec Citigraf? and Genetec Clearance?. Combining these two leading technologies will enable public safety agencies across North America to smartly use existing public and private video cameras to reduce the number of victims of crimes and disasters.
Avigilon AI Technology Selected to Protect Independent Express Cargo
Avigilon Corporation announced it was selected to help protect the security of Independent Express Cargo Ltd. in Dublin, Ireland. Independent Express Cargo is one of Ireland?s largest pallet delivery operators, serving as a national transport network hub and full third-party logistics supplier with 25 depots across the country and over 1,000 active clients. Independent Express Cargo worked with integrator Usee.ie to install a complete Avigilon security solution.
Vanderbilt and ComNet to Highlight Customer Journey ?Value Adds? at IFSEC
Vanderbilt announced that they will jointly attend this year?s IFSEC International with sister-company ComNet. In addition to their flagship products and prominence in open platforms and integrations, both companies, under the ACRE banner, will also highlight their ability to aid customers in every step of their security journey. Vanderbilt and ComNet?s drive to become all-round solution companies has seen them harness numerous tools to complement a buyer?s journey from start to finish.
Bradley Business Center Deploys 3xLOGIC infinias CLOUD Access Control
3xLOGIC announced that the Bradley Business Center, located in Chicago, has installed a 3xLOGIC infinias CLOUD access control system throughout the redevelopment project. HTML Global, an IT Managed Services Provider (MSP), oversaw system installation and continues to provide remote system management. Bradley Business Center (BBC) is the largest redevelopment project on Chicago?s north side, comprising over 500,000 square feet, spread over 22 acres.
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.
Vanderbilt Partners With Allegion US To Enhance Facility Protection
Vanderbilt announced it has added more functionality to its Vanderbilt Security Management System (SMS) software through a new integration with Allegion™. The integration expands the reach of Vanderbilt’s SMS to secondary doors through Allegion’s Von Duprin Remote Undogging (RU) and Remote Monitoring (RM) options in a variety of markets, including enterprise, K-12 and university facilities. The Allegion Von Duprin RU option provides an electronic override of mechanical dogging for emergency facility lockdown and includes sensors for monitoring.
Magos Systems Expands Into North American Market
Magos Systems announced that it is expanding into the North American market with veteran security executive, Yaron Zussman as general manager. Founded in 2007 in Israel, Magos first specialized in advanced radar solutions for the military and defence markets. In 2015, Magos? technology was declassified, allowing the company to focus on developing best-in-class systems for the commercial security market.
Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch Brings Simple and Secure Key Control to The Honourable Society of Lincoln?s Inn
The Honourable Society of Lincoln?s Inn is one of the four Inns of Court and operates as an active and thriving society of lawyers, sprawling across 11 acres in central London and dating as far backas 1422. To fulfill the many functions, Lincoln?s Inn required security that would meet their own high standards while protecting buildings that had been in continuous operation for centuries. As the Inn not only provides services to law students, but also operates as an
Vanderbilt Hires New Southeast Regional Sales Director
Vanderbilt announced that Scott Kilbourn has been named the company’s new Southeast Regional Sales Director. In this role, he will be instrumental in creating relationships with both end users and channel partners as he helps build on the continued success of the organization in the region. Kilbourn joins Vanderbilt from All State Fire and Security, where he served as a Strategic Account Executive, working as part of an expansive team to manage and grow existing accounts, as well as foster new business prospects.
ACT365 Recognized As Money-Saving Product By BUILDINGS
Vanderbilt, a global leader providing state-of-the-art security systems, announced today that its latest cloud-based access control and video management solution, ACT365, was chosen as a 2018 Money-Saving Products Award winner by BUILDINGS Magazine. Vanderbilt ACT365 was recognized in the June 2018 issue of BUILDINGS Magazine for the features it offers building owners and facility managers for life safety and security.
Canadian Metals Processor Deploys 3xLOGIC Thermal And HD Cameras
3xLOGIC announced that Dominion Nickel Alloys, Ltd (DNA), Burlington, Ontario, is successfully employing a combination of 3xLOGIC thermal and HD cameras to protect its valuable inventory assets. Dominion Nickel Alloys Ltd. operates on a global scale. As one of North America?s leading scrap metal recycling facilities, with experienced staff and the latest in machinery, Dominion specializes in the purchasing, sorting, processing, and marketing of a broad range of high temperature and specialty nickel-based alloys.
Vidsys Expands Presence In Boston To Support Rapid Growth
Vidsys, the global leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) and Converged Security and Information Management (CSIM) software headquartered in the Washington D.C. area, announced its expansion in Boston to support the company’s rapid growth. The new facility includes technology integration and testing lab, GSOC live demo room and partner training center through its enterprise software platform that collects, filters, correlates, and presents critical data from network and security systems and social media feeds.
SightLogix Protects Telecom Italia Mobile?s Data Center
SightLogix smart thermal cameras are providing data center physical security for Telecom Italia Mobile (TIM) in Acilia Rome, Italy. CRISMA Security, a Rome-based security integrator and SightLogix certified partner, designed and implemented the smart data center physical security system. TIM?s data center boasts an international reputation as one of the most innovative and dependable facilities of its kind.
Vanderbilt Enhances Sales Team With New Hire
Vanderbilt has expanded the capabilities of its sales team through the appointment of Alan Nydes as Northeast Director of Sales. In his new position with Vanderbilt, Nydes will be in charge of implementing and managing the sales activities in his target region, identifying new market opportunities and defining the actions required to build revenue. Nydes is an access control and video security expert with experience in the design and deployment of integrated IP-based solutions.