Interface Systems Shares Best Practices to Help Retailers Fight Crime this Holiday Season
As retailers get ready for a busy holiday shopping season, they also have to prepare for an increased risk of theft and violence against employees. Interface Systems shares insights and best practices to mitigate holiday season retail crime and aggression. According to the National Retail Federation?s 2022 retail security survey, 52.9% of retailers reported that external theft, and Organized Retail Crime (ORC) in particular, increased by 26.5% since 2021.
Dedrone and Johnson Controls Collaborate to Deliver AI/ML-Powered Airspace Security Worldwide
Dedrone and Johnson Controls has announced a strategic collaboration to address the security threats posed by unauthorized drone activity. As part of the collaboration, Dedrone?s AI/ML driven counter-drone technology will be integrated into Johnson Controls product portfolio via an open Application Programming Interface (API), providing cloud-based airspace security as a service to customers worldwide.?
ProdataKey and Invictus Integration Creates an All-in-One Community Management and Security Ecosystem
ProdataKey and Invictus have joined forces to create an all-in-one mobile solution for multi-tenant properties. Residents, guests, and visitors can now interact with PDK access control readers throughout their buildings using the same Invictus mobile app that they use for community notifications, virtual concierge services, visitor video intercom communications, and other technology-aided lifestyle conveniences. PDK mobile credentials within the Invictus app will permit unlocking of building entrances and doors to common spaces, including parking garages, clubhouses, playrooms, fitness centers, pools, mailrooms, laundry, and other secure areas.
Aiphone IX Series Integration with Genetec Security Center
Aiphone Corporation announce its IX Series intercoms are compatible with the Genetec? Security Center, a unified IP security platform that provides users with a single interface between multiple security devices and their data. This integration enables Aiphone IX Series customers to easily incorporate their video intercom systems as part of a larger unified security platform.
Genetec Announces Major New Release of Security Center
Genetec announced a major new release of its flagship unified security platform, Security Center. With version 5.11, customers will have access to every module of Security Center, including Omnicast? (video monitoring), Synergis? (access control), AutoVu? (automatic license plate recognition), Sipelia? (intercom) and intrusion monitoring, right out-of-the-box. Beyond simplifying the path to unification, Security Center 5.11 includes a wide spectrum of powerful features as standard, including KiwiVision? analytics
WKS Restaurant Group Selects Interface to Deploy Virtual Guard Services at its 394 Restaurants
Interface Systems announced that WKS Restaurant Group, one of the fastest growing multi-brand restaurant franchisees in the US is deploying Interface?s Virtual Guard interactive remote video monitoring solutions across its major restaurant brands including El Pollo Loco, Wendy?s, Denny?s, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, and Blaze Pizza. By implementing virtual guard services, WKS will offer better security for its employees and customers while reducing the cost of securing its restaurants by 85%.
ProdataKey?s New App Combines PDK.io and PDK Touch Within a Single, Convenient Interface
ProdataKey released a new version of its ProdataKey App. This unique, all-inclusive app for Apple and Android combines the functionality of PDK.io, the powerful mobile-first management interface for PDK access control systems, with mobile credentialing and remote access previously available only through PDK touch. The new app delivers convenience for anyone who administers a PDK access control system and utilizes it to move about their workplace by eliminating the need to navigate two distinct interfaces. All things “PDK” are now accessible in one place.
Interface Systems Appoints Bud Homeyer as Chief Operations Officer
Interface Systems announced that it has appointed Bud Homeyer as Chief Operations Officer (COO). Homeyer previously served as Interface?s Executive Vice President of Enterprise Solutions, where he was instrumental in enabling digital transformation for large retail and restaurant customers. Prior to Interface, Homeyer held several senior leadership positions at prominent brands like Michaels, Brinker, and Bank of America. In his new role, Homeyer will lead all operations functions, including customer support, service delivery, supply chain, and field operations at Interface.
Johnson Controls Metasys 12.0 Release Delivers a Future-ready BAS with Enhanced Security and a Clear Path to Modernization
Johnson Controls has announced an update to Metasys, the company?s industry-leading Building Automation System (BAS) that provides the foundation for fully optimized building management. Metasys? intuitive design integrates HVAC and non-HVAC systems into one platform for maximum operator efficiency. Johnson Controls has announced an update to Metasys, the company?s industry-leading Building Automation System (BAS) that provides the foundation for fully optimized building management. Metasys? intuitive design integrates HVAC and non-HVAC systems into one platform for maximum operator efficiency.
LenelS2 Introduces OnGuard Security Management System Version 8.1
LenelS2 announced the release of the OnGuard security management system version 8.1, empowering security teams with several major user interface enhancements, more unified security management, cloud- enabling features and access to deeper analytics that help facilitate intelligent decision-making. Version 8.1 provides major updates including more fully featured browser clients, modernized desktop clients, deeper integration with the Magic Monitor unified client and Milestone video management systems, support for scripted cloud deployments and more.
Interface Systems Appoints Brent Duncan as Chief Executive Officer
Interface Systems announced that Brent Duncan, the company?s Chief Operating Officer and President, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds the company?s founder, Michael Shaw, who will take on the role of Executive Chairman, where he will focus on a range of strategic initiatives in Interface?s next phase of growth. Duncan joined Interface three years ago as Chief Revenue Officer and was promoted to Chief Operating Officer and President in November 2020.
Lone Worker Protection is a Fundamental Responsibility for all Retailers, says Interface
As retailers continue to adapt their business models, many are increasingly relying on lone workers for opening, closing, third shifts, curbside deliveries, and other customer interactions outside of the traditional store premises. While lone employees play a critical role in keeping these businesses up and running, they are more at risk of encountering threats at work with an estimated 48% of HR professionals reporting that their organization has witnessed workplace violence*.
Johnson Controls Announces C?CURE IQ, New Cloud-Enabled, Unified Security Platform for Commercial and Complex Buildings
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Salata Partners with Interface to Deploy Video Analytics with Upgraded Network
Interface Security Systems announced that Salata Salad Kitchen, a popular, fast-casual built-to-order salad kitchen has chosen Interface?s advanced video analytics solution to gain critical operational insights by leveraging an upgraded security camera system installed by Interface. In addition, Salata will deploy Interface?s ?Restaurant-Technology-in-a-Box? to upgrade their network and voice connectivity. Salata wanted to completely overhaul its network and voice solutions to keep pace with changing customer preferences driven by the pandemic. In addition, Salata needed insights on restaurant operations to create a superior customer experience and optimize sales.
Interface Achieves 37% YoY Sales Growth
Interface Security Systems to distributed enterprises today reported a 37% increase in new sales bookings in 2021, compared to the previous year. The sales growth was primarily driven by a rapidly changing threat landscape for retail and restaurant chains and their need to find technology-based solutions to address the steep increase in organized retail crime. The industry-wide trend to reduce operational complexity through vendor consolidation was also a growth catalyst for Interface.
Genetec Shares its Top Physical Security Trends Predictions for 2022
Genetec shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2022. Within months of the pandemic, businesses were deploying different solutions to track occupancy in their buildings and control social distancing. Almost two years later, this trend is still growing because they?re seeing value from the data collected. Beyond safety objectives, organizations will embrace the use of spatial analytics data to reduce wait times, optimize staff scheduling, and enhance business operations.
Interface Appoints Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer
Interface Security Systems announced that it has appointed Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer.
Honeywell Security Product Launch Enables Faster Response Time
Honeywell is launching Pro-Watch 5.5, the latest iteration of its Pro-Watch Integrated Security Suite. The Honeywell Pro-Watch Integrated Security Suite is a software platform designed for enterprise and critical infrastructure markets to help protect people and property, optimize productivity and ensure compliance with industry regulations ? all while helping to reduce operational costs.
WKS Restaurant Group Selects Interface to deploy Video Verified Alarms across their 380+ restaurants
Interface Security Systems announced that WKS Restaurant Group, one of the fastest-growing multi-brand restaurant franchisees in the US is relying on Interface?s managed video verified intrusion alarm monitoring to eliminate false alarm costs and standardize security operations across over 380 restaurants. WKS is a licensed franchisee of El Pollo Loco, Wendy?s, Denny?s, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Blaze Pizza, and Corner Bakery Cafe.
OPTEX REDSCAN PRO Lidar Sensors Fully Integrated with Genetec Security Center for Enhanced Perimeter Protection
OPTEX has announced its award-winning REDSCAN PRO LiDAR Sensors are now fully integrated with Genetec Security Center, to provide enhanced perimeter protection for the highest security sites. The announcement follows a long period of engagement between the two firms, even prior to the launch of the latest OPTEX sensor series, to ensure the data and algorithms could be fully integrated and interpreted by the Genetec Security Center platform.