Sonitrol Announces Newest Data and Network Protection Solution
Sonitrol announces the launch of their newest data and network protection product solution, Sonitrol Network Protection powered by Cisco Meraki. With this release, Sonitrol now offers a fifth service to their customers?joining verified intrusion, access control, video surveillance, fire and network protection?giving the company a more robust ability to verify intrusion and security threats than just physical assets. Sonitrol Network Protection keeps your network, devices and data safe from daily cyber-threats and attacks.
All 3xLOGIC and Sonitrol Online, On Demand Training is FREE
3xLOGIC announced the immediate availability of its infinias and VIGIL certification training courses, as well as sister company Sonitrol?s CLOUD access and mySonitrol.net courses. For a limited time only, training is available at zero cost. Over 750 people have already taken advantage of this FREE offering. During these challenging times, the company has rolled out its best-in-class, eLearning Academy that?s just as user-friendly.
Tavcom and PerpetuityARC Training Enable Professional Development During Lockdown with 25% off BTEC and IQ Accredited Courses
Linx International Group announced that it has reduced the cost of all online courses provided by Tavcom Training and PerpetuityARC Training by 25%, for three months, including BTEC and IQ accredited course. Last week, the company reported a surge in demand for its online courses from security professionals and employers around the world, as they look at ways to continue to support learners whilst in lockdown.
Security Industry Association and ASIS International Form New Partnership
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the leading membership associations for the security industry, have entered into a partnership to best aid in the COVID-19 recovery and rebuilding efforts of its diverse group of 34,000 member professionals and over 1,000 member companies respectively. The partnership will begin by addressing two primary areas of focus ? business operations and advocacy ? as well as content development and coordination.
Alcatraz AI Names Security Industry Vet Josh Jackson as Regional Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
Alcatraz AI has named security industry veteran Josh Jackson as Regional Vice President, Strategic Partnerships. Based in Florida, Jackson will oversee sales, business development, customer service, marketing, and operations for Alcatraz AI. Josh comes to Alcatraz AI with a wealth of security industry experience. He most recently served as Regional Vice President of North America with RightCrowd Software.
Canscan Inc. wins Milestone Community Kickstarter Contest and prizes worth USD 65,000
Milestone Systems named Canscan Inc. from Canada, the winner of the Milestone Community Kickstarter Contest 2020 during Milestone Community Days (MIPS) in Dallas, Texas. Innovators from around the world submitted their ideas to the contest, and three made it to the final round at MIPS in Dallas, Texas. Here, they presented their ideas and prototypes. A judging committee and the partner community present voted for their favorite idea via an app.
Mitch Fagundes has Joined Alcatraz AI as Vice President of Global Accounts
Alcatraz AI has named Mitch Fagundes Vice President of Global Accounts. Alcatraz AI is an innovative firm that?s improving access control by delivering secure, frictionless solutions that enhance flow, improve security, reduce overall cost, and work with any access control provider. Based in California, Fagundes will oversee business development and strategic growth for the Globe.
ACRE to Strengthen Management Team with Two New Key Hires
ACRE announced that it will add two key industry people to the ACRE management roster. Jim Kelly will join ACRE as Chief Revenue Officer starting on March 1, 2020. Jim brings a wealth of experience having had successful positions at Software House, Sensormatic, Tyco International and Johnson Controls. While at Software House, Jim led the sales and marketing efforts to build the business from $2 million to $120 million in North America.
Allegion US Launches Schlage Alx Series as a First in Modular Design for Cylindrical Locks
Allegion US announced the launch of the Schlage ALX Series ? a first in modular design for cylindrical locks. The ALX Series cylindrical, grade 2 lock is an evolution of the earlier AL Series, which was based on Walter Schlage?s first commercially sold lock, the A button lock. This first cylindrical design lock was so innovative in its time that it changed the industry, and so enduring a design that it is still offered today.
Infusion Direct Announces New Partnership with Security Network Associates
Infusion Direct Marketing announced that the company has kicked off 2020 with a new sales representative agreement in the Florida territory with Security Network Associates of Colorado. In this new sales role, Infusion Direct will be responsible for supporting SNA?s sales efforts for IPVideo Corporation?s HALO IOT Smart Sensor in the state of Florida. HALO has taken off this year in response to the nationwide youth vaping epidemic.
ONVU Technologies Strengthens Leadership Team with New VP Commercial
ONVU Technologies announced that Simon Pearson has joined the Group as VP Commercial. In this role, Pearson will have revenue responsibility for the Group businesses, Oncam, ONVU Learning and ONVU Retail. He will bring cohesion, direction and overall strategic vision to the sales and marketing activities across the group to help propel the Group into its next stage of growth. Pearson is an experienced technologist and commercial leader, with more than 20 years of experience.
Reaching the LP Managers: What to Consider Going Into the Holiday Season
It?s not a secret: video surveillance is critical for retailers. Whether it?s used for deterrence or in the event of an incident for investigative purposes, video provides a number of benefits for loss prevention(LP) leaders. And this is especially important as November kicks off the busy holiday shopping season. According to a new survey by A.T. Kearney, younger consumers overwhelmingly prefer to do their shopping in person, which is driving a resurgence in visits to brick-and-mortar stores.
3 Tips for Getting Boardroom Buy-in for Security Upgrades
Today?s world has changed the concept of security and technology dramatically, as we no longer just install surveillance cameras and physical security devices. But today?s news stories are evidence of how times are changing ? they?re littered with headlines of increased potential threats, ranging from cyber attacks and ransomware to organized crime syndicates. With the risk landscape changing for the business world, a company?s security system needs to be prepared for modern criminals.
Moscow-City Skyscrapers Streamline Parking Access and Control with Secure RFID
FEIG ELECTRONIC announces deployment of the UCODE DNA RFID security and parking contactless identification solution in the Moscow International Business Center, known as Moscow-City, one of the world’s largest business district projects. The management of Moscow-City not only selected long-range, passive UHF RFID to implement in its controlled parking areas, it also chose to implement UCODE DNA, the highest form of secure RAIN RFID technology, developed by NXP Semiconductors.
Yesway Selects March Networks Searchlight for Retail for Enhanced Asset Protection and Security
March Networks announced that the rapidly growing U.S. convenience store chain Yesway has selected its Searchlight for Retail solution for advanced video surveillance and analytics. Yesway is currently deploying March Networks Searchlight for Retail in 136 locations across Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Texas, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota and Wyoming.
SALTO Systems Names Colin DePree as Residential Business Leader
SALTO Systems has appointed Colin DePree as Residential Business Leader. Based in Minneapolis, Colin oversees the commercialization of the Danalock product line in North America. Danalock smart locks are simple in appearance and are easy to install yet offer sophisticated security today?s smart homes require. Prior to joining SALTO, Colin served as Director of Sales and Sales Manager for Pro-Tec Design Security & Investigations.
Stephen Supeck Joins Sielox as Western Regional Sales Manager
Sielox LLC announced that Stephen Supeck is joining the company as Western Regional Sales Manager. Supeck brings more than seventeen years of sales experience with him to Sielox, including fifteen years at an access control manufacturer. Supeck most recently spent fifteen years in various sales and marketing roles at IDenticard Systems LLC as West Coast Access Regional Sales Manager where he was recognized multiple times for his performance.
First Forensic Security System Installed in Florida
CSI Protect announced that the first forensic Criminal Tagging System, from SelectaDNA, in all of Florida has been installed at Raptis Rare Books on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, Fla. The system was installed by CSI Palm Beach, a Certified Dealer for CSI Protect. The high-tech crime-fighting technology utilizes forensic marking to stealthily tag criminals with an invisible forensic mist. The solution remains on a criminal?s skin and clothing for weeks to months.
Vanderbilt Releases Bluetooth Low Energy Readers with ACT Enterprise
Vanderbilt announced the release of its Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) readers in conjunction with the company?s ACT Enterprise 2.10 access control software. In the era of the smartphone, Bluetooth Low Energy is transforming the future of access control. As part of the launch, Vanderbilt is releasing a range of BLE readers, a contactless door release button, virtual credentials available through an ACT Enterprise license, and a free end-user app for Android and iOS.
Delta Barrier Stops Yet Another Intruder at Naval Air Station – Corpus Christi
Delta Scientific announced that a Delta MP5000 portable barrier stopped a stolen Dodge Ram pick-up truck at an entrance gate of the Naval Air Station ? Corpus Christi. The stolen car was chased by the local police onto the base. The barrier then impacted the rear of the vehicle, disabling it. Simultaneously, the Air Station announced that an unauthorized person was on base and the facility immediately would go under lockdown with all gates secured to all traffic.