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*.
Interface Launches Infant Security System and Wandering Patient Management for Hospitals
Interface Security Systems announced an expanded suite of Personal Protection Monitoring services that use active RFID tags to protect infants from abduction, prevent mother/infant mismatches, and monitor memory care patients.Personal Protection Monitoring was first launched in June 2020 with a focus on protecting at-risk lone and mobile workers in retail, restaurant, and hospitality brands. With today?s launch, Interface adds healthcare solutions to their Personal Protection Monitoring portfolio.
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.
Steer the Future of Advanced Traffic Management Systems with Secure Data Acquisition and Transmission
As traffic congestion continues to increase and take a heavy toll on existing infrastructure, commuting times, and the environment, city administrators and traffic engineers are turning to intelligent transportation systems (ITS) for practical and cost-effective solutions to improve road safety and traffic management. These systems leverage cutting-edge analytics, made possible by vast amounts of high-quality data that was collected by various sensors.
Mister Car Wash Transforms Security Operations Nationwide with Interface
Mister Car Wash has chosen Interface Security Systems, a leading managed service provider to upgrade and optimize its video monitoring and alarm systems. With over 350 car washes nationwide, and rapid expansion plans, Mister Car Wash is committed to delivering a safe and consistent customer experience across all its locations. To address their unique safety requirements, Mister Car Wash chose Interface to overhaul its CCTV and alarm installations and create a foundation for consistently replicating safety and security best practices across all future locations.
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 Shares its Top Physical Security Industry Predictions for 2022
Interface Security Systems shared its top predictions for the physical security industry. Businesses of all sizes will move away from traditional contact- or motion-based burglar alarms in favor of video-verified alarms to avoid the unnecessary disturbance and costs involved with false alarms. We will also find that AI-based video verified alarms are about to take modern alarm monitoring operations to an entirely different level of accuracy and efficiency.
Interface Appoints Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer
Interface Security Systems announced that it has appointed Daniel Bordeleau as Chief People Officer.
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.
Interface Appoints Bud Homeyer as Executive Vice President – Enterprise Solutions
Interface Security Systems announced that it has appointed Bud Homeyer as Executive Vice President – Enterprise Solutions. Having worked as an IT and security leader for leading consumer-facing brands like Michaels, Brinker, and Bank of America, Homeyer has a proven track record of solving complex enterprise-wide challenges to drive growth, productivity, and profitability.
Vector Flow’s LenelS2 Factory Certification Strengthen Customers? Physical Security Programs
Vector Flow announced that it has received LenelS2 factory certification and joined the LenelS2 OpenAccess Alliance Program (OAAP). Vector Flow?s AI-Enabled Physical Security Automation Platforminterfaces with the OnGuard? access control system to strengthen customers? security programs with integrated identity governance and improved compliance across their entire cyber-physical security infrastructure.
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.
Long John Silver?s ?Network of the Future? with Interface
Long John Silver?s has chosen Interface Security Systems to enhance network connectivity across 430 of its restaurants. To build this ?network of the future,? Long John Silver?s implemented Interface?s fully managed, restaurant-in-a-box solution that includes prefabricated network equipment ready for SD-WAN expansion, wireless WAN backup and VoIP connectivity. In order to continue offering consistent and satisfactory customer service, the IT team at Long John Silver?s needed a reliable, high-speed network for their restaurants.
Genetec’s Latest Version of Security Center at ISC West 2021
At ISC West 2021, Genetec will showcase the latest version of Security Center (v5.10), the company?s open-architecture platform that unifies video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition (ALPR), communications, and analytics. The company will also showcase new operational solutions for a safe return to the office, and updates to its KiwiVision Video analytics and Stratocast cloud-based solutions.
VisionHub is the Core Security Management system at the University of Vermont
Qognify has announced that VisionHub is being trusted and relied upon by six departments at the University of Vermont – one of the oldest universities in the U.S. The VMS+ is fully integrated and operational across the University?s on-campus install base of 459 video channels (predominantly AXIS IP cameras) and CBORD?s CS Access system. It has been instrumental in helping to reduce unnecessary on-site attendance, as part of the University?s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interface Announces $5,000 ?Tech for Good? Scholarship
Interface Security Systems launched a ?Tech for Good? scholarship program to help provide financial support to college students pursuing four-year STEM or other technology-oriented studies and careers. One student will be selected every year from the pool of applicants and will receive $5,000 to help continue their education. To be eligible for this scholarship, students will need to be enrolled full-time in an accredited US university for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Interface Unveils AI-based Autonomous Anti-Loitering System
Interface Security Systems announced a new AI-based Anti-Loitering System designed to prevent intrusions before they happen. The system features an AI-based object detection system that can detect people or vehicles and trigger pre-recorded, scenario-specific voice messages to deter loitering. The Anti-Loitering System can be customized by loss prevention teams to play different warning and notification messages depending on location and dwell time.
BCD Debuts Harmonize iDRAC Plug-In with Milestone Systems XProtect VMS
BCD International and BCDOEM announced its Harmonize iDRAC plug-in integration with Milestone Systems XProtect video management software (VMS). iDRAC, which stands for Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller, is a health monitoring agent for secure remote and local server management, powered by Dell Technologies, that resides on BCD servers and appliances.
OSSA Announces Camera Cyber Security Specification and Alliance Council for App Developers
The Open Security & Safety Alliance, announced two important developments as part of its mission to pave the road towards trustworthy and innovative security and safety solutions. First, a new specification is now available to members that focuses on camera cyber security measures. OSSA also introduces a new App Developer Council designed to attract and involve app developers in the Alliance?s ever-growing ecosystem of security and safety industry players.