Access Control

TDSi Announces Retirement of Managing Director John Davies

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer TDSi announces that its Managing Director, John Davies, will retire from his role at the end of 2024. TDSi’s existing senior team will continue to operate the business as usual under the leadership of Thibaut Galland, Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the United Kingdom at TDSi’s parent organisation, Vitaprotech. John Davies joined TDSi in 2003, leading a management buyout of the business in February 2005.

Genetec Expands Access Control Market Share and Solidifies its Global Leadership Position, According to the Latest Omdia Report

Genetec has consistently gained market share over the last six years, solidifying its position as a worldwide market leader and building upon its #2 global position for access control software. In the Americas market, access control software has evolved beyond the physical security department to become an essential component of business operations.

PureTech Systems Adds Access Control Auto-Verify to Eliminate Nuisance Alarms

PureTech Systems and border security, to announce the addition of Physical Access Control System (PACS) Automated Verification to its flagship PureActiv software. This enhancement aims to significantly improve perimeter security and productivity by automatically validating actual access control security violations and dismissing nuisance alarms. 

Wavelynx to Unveil the Industry’s First-Ever Mobile App for Secure Device Configuration at GSX 2024

Wavelynx Technologies announced the launch of its industry-first app, Configure by Wavelynx, to revolutionize the way businesses approach security and badge reader management. With Configure, integrators and partners can simplify the installation, customization and on-site updates of Wavelynx readers – all from their mobile device. Configure brings a new standard to how readers are maintained and installed.

Meet Salto’s Newest BLUEnet Wireless Device: The IQ Mini

Salto Announcing IQ Mini Gateway, the smallest-ever BLUEnet Wireless peripheral, which is now available in an even smaller device. The Salto IQ Mini combines the best of Salto hardware and software capabilities into a small and versatile design. With advanced BLUEnet wireless technology, it meets the demands of modern cloud-based access control applications.

Wavelynx Accelerate Program Paves the Way for Rapid Adoption and Modernization of Access Control

Wavelynx Technologies announced the launch of a new offering: Accelerate by Wavelynx. This innovative program addresses longstanding challenges transitioning to modern access control systems, offering a straightforward, cost-effective path to enhanced security. The introduction of the Accelerate program demonstrates the company’s commitment to moving the access control industry to a more secure future.

Genetec Updates FICAM Certification and Expands List of Access Control Options for US Federal Market

Genetec announced that Security Center 5.12 now complies with FIPS 201 and is approved by the Federal Identity Credential and Access Management (FICAM) conformance program. With this certification, government entities can trust that Genetec software meets stringent federal security standards to ensure that only authorized individuals are provided access to sensitive data and facilities.

Suprema Launches CLUe: An Open Cloud Integration Platform for Modern Businesses

Suprema has announced the official launch of CLUe, open cloud integration platform designed to make access control easy and secure. Suprema CLUe is built on a native cloud architecture, allowing devices to connect directly to the cloud via standard REST APIs. This eliminates the need for on-premise server adoption, significantly simplifying integration and reducing cost.

Kwikset Introduces UNITE, Company’s First Electronic Access Control Solution for Multifamily Housing

wikset announces the launch of its first electronic access control (EAC) solution, UNITE, tailored to the multifamily market. UNITE aims to provide multifamily property managers and owners with significant advantages. The electronic solution simplifies property management, reduces the time and costs associated with key management, and potentially increases profits.

State of Physical Access Control 2024 Report from HID – Five Top Technology Trends

HID announces the 2024 State of Physical Access Control Report, identifying five key trends that are shaping the future of access control. Produced by IFSEC Global in partnership with HID, the report surveyed over 1,200 security professionals across the globe to paint a picture of an industry that has been going through considerable transformation.

Acre Adopts acre Intrusion Branding to Boost Clarity and Cohesion in Product Lineup

acre security announced an initiative as part of its ongoing effort to unify and simplify its product offerings. The rebranding of the SPC intruder detection system to acre Intrusion marks a strategic alignment within the company’s streamlined branding framework. This approach also includes the acre Access Control and acre Visitor Management solutions, bringing a cohesive identity to the entire portfolio.

Genetec Security Center SaaS seamlessly connects to direct-to-cloud devices, and maximizes existing access control and camera investments

Genetec announced that its new enterprise-grade SaaS solution, Security Center SaaS, gives organizations the complete freedom to choose the door controllers, cameras, and devices that work best for their business. Based on an open platform architecture, Security Center SaaS enables organizations to connect direct-to-cloud with the latest Axis, Bosch, Hanwha, and i-PRO cameras.

Acre Security’s New Access Control Ecosystem Marks a Step Forward in Simplified, Comprehensive Security Solutions

acre security unveils acre Access Control in conjunction with acre Smart Controller and the acre Reader. The combined ecosystem delivers extensive flexibility and offers the fastest and most user-friendly route to cloud adoption. Together, these solutions provide a simple and robust security solution to meet the evolving needs of any organization.

Sielox Demonstrates Proactive Layered Access Control Solutions at ISC West 2024

Sielox is showcasing its pre-emptive, intelligent, and advanced layered access control security solutions at ISC West 2024 in booth 13109. One of the latest innovations on display is the latest release of AnyWare, Sielox’s next-generation browser-based access control monitoring and event management solution that delivers extreme cost efficiencies to both systems integrators and their customers.

Johnson Controls Showcases Trusted, Scalable and Flexible Enterprise Access Control and Video Surveillance Solutions During ISC WEST 2024

Johnson Controls is showcasing its portfolio of in-house developed and cyber-hardened access control and video surveillance solutions for enterprise applications during ISC West. At booth 18033, Johnson Controls experts are on hand to discuss the latest solutions enhancing physical and cyber security, while adapting to compliance regulations. nnovations in more cyber-secure, browser-based platforms allow users to manage and monitor access control and video surveillance from anywhere in the world.

Introducing Centrios, a New Access Control Brand Designed for Small Businesses From Assa Abloy

Centrios debuts at ISC West and addresses the North American small business market with a new access control platform comprised of an intuitive, secure app, web interface, and purpose-built electronic locks and readers. Additionally, the business Centrios, a brand and platform developed within ASSA ABLOY, leverages ASSA ABLOY’s scale and capacity to innovate with a bold new start-up strategy and digital-first, customer-centric approach

AMAG Technology offers Employee Badge in Apple Wallet for Symmetry Access Control Users

AMAG Technology announced they are offering employee badge in Apple Wallet, which enables an organization’s employees to seamlessly and securely gain access to office spaces and amenities with a simple tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch. Once an employee badge has been added to Apple Wallet, users can hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near an AMAG Technology Symmetry, Blue reader to unlock doors, eliminating the need to open an app or use a physical badge.

Everon Announces Grand Opening of Innovation and Operations Center in Dallas Area

Everon announced the opening of the Everon Innovation and Operations center –known as the iO– in Dallas, TX area. The iO is designed to be a hub of learning, innovation, and industry-leading collaboration and is home to the company’s dedicated monitoring and customer operations center, groundbreaking Innovation Lab, and Solutions Showcase demo area. A testament to the Everon brand and mission, the spaces contained within the iO demonstrate over a decade of commitment to commercial security, fire, life safety and service excellence.

TDSi to Showcase the Latest Version of its GARDiS Access Control Solution at ISC West 2024 in Las Vegas

TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the ISC West event, which takes place from 10th-12th April 2024 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Joining its fellow VITAPROTECH Group member, perimeter intrusion detection solutions manufacturer Protech USA, on Stand 8050, TDSi will be showcasing the latest edition to its GARDiS portfolio – the GARDiS Version 2.6 software – for the first time in North America.

TDSi Appoints Paul Taylor as UK Sales for Cube Access Control Range

TDSi announce the appointment of Paul Taylor as its Sales Specialist for TIL Technologies’ market-leading security systems in the UK. ANSSI* cyber-certified, making it ideal for use with critical infrastructure, TDSi recently announced its sales and support of TIL Technologies’ range as a complementary technology to its own flagship GARDiS secure access control ecosystem of software and hardware products.