PureTech Systems announced the release of its new Interface Control Document (ICD). This essential document provides detailed information on the interfacing requirements necessary for integrating PureTech Systems’ advanced autonomous perimeter detection, tracking, and alerting into third-party C5ISR, VMS, PSIM, and other Command and Control systems. The new ICD is designed to support developers, engineers, and integrators in effectively integrating and deploying PureTech’s autonomous perimeter protection technologies with new and existing security systems.
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VIVOTEK and ProdataKey Announce Strategic Integration Partnership
VIVOTEK announce its integrated partnership with Draper, Utah-based ProdataKey (PDK). VIVOTEK’s VORTEX cloud surveillance will integrate with PDK access control solution to unlock a comprehensive view of physical security. he PDK.io cloud platform allows for complete system management and control through any web-connected device, anywhere, anytime. With thousands of systems managing tens of thousands of doors for a quickly expanding base of loyal customers throughout North America and beyond,
Read More ›PSIA’s PKOC Demonstrated at GSX 2024
The PSIA had another impressive and compelling demonstration of its PKOC spec at GSX 2024. Some of the leading lock and physical access control (PACS) vendors were able to see PKOC in action, with commercially available readers, cards, and apps all relying on the open specification, showing seamless interoperability. The simplicity of PKOC, ease of integration, and the significant advantage of asymmetric encryption were some of the drivers that were most interesting to the companies and customers who were able to see the demonstration.
Read More ›Quanergy Solutions Introduces Q-Vision F540: A Revolutionary 3D LiDAR Sensor for Industrial Applications
Quanergy announces the launch of the Q-Vision™ F540 3D iToF LiDAR sensor. The Q-Vision solid-state family of sensors extends beyond Quanergy’s acclaimed mechanical M-Series line to optimize automation processes across industries such as logistics and warehouse management, construction, and agriculture with our cutting-edge solid-state technology. The F540 delivers exceptional environmental and vibration performance for both off-road and indoor industrial vehicles, including forklifts, Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), coupled with its exceptional imaging quality, edge compute intelligence and highly accurate volumetric measurements.
Read More ›Clare Software Update from Snap One Enhances Usability And Security For Integrator Partners and End Users
Snap One, now part of ADI, launched its latest software update for Clare, introducing several new features for integrator partners and end users designed to help increase safety and improve the overall user experience with greater visibility into systems, flexibility, and additional third party integrations. These new updates include FusionPro enhancements, ClareOne Panel and ClareHome App updates, as well as new drivers and integrations.
Read More ›16,000 Registrants from 86 Nations Participate in GSX 2024
Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 has concluded at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Presented by ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, the event offered discussion and idea exchanges for the global security community. Attendance exceeded projections, with 16,000 registrants from 86 countries along with approximately 500 exhibiting companies demonstrating the latest security solutions.
Read More ›Axon Completes Acquisition of Dedrone, Elevating Public Safety from the Skies
It was announced by Axon that Dedrone is now officially part of Axon. The acquisition has united two companies with a shared mission to improve public safety and national security by staying ahead of persistent and escalating threats, enabling faster, more effective responses, and ultimately protecting more lives in more places. Dedrone’s smart airspace security technology is integrated with Axon’s public safety platform to enable true drone as first responder (DFR) programs and to protect against unauthorized drone threats.
Read More ›Advancing the Battlespace: Veteran Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future of Security
Veteran entrepreneurs are reshaping the security industry, bringing real-world military experience to cutting-edge innovations. With insights honed on the battlefield, these veterans are driving advancements in artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, and predictive analytics, developing technologies that address both physical and cybersecurity challenges.
Read More ›Building a Connected Culture In The Modern Workplace
Since mid-2020, the working world has witnessed a rapid transformation of the workplace dynamic, largely resulting in the ongoing struggle to establish new ‘workplace norms’. Although many breakthroughs have occurred in organizational cost-efficiencies, new problems have arisen in maintaining a connected culture.
Read More ›PPVAR: A Little-Known Organization Making Big Contributions
I’ve heard it many times and there is no denying that the acronym is certainly a tongue-twister, but it truly describes this organization: The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR) was established to promote the value of verification and validation of alarm events during the emergency response process using video, audio, and other emerging technologies while deploying those technologies with proven best practices.
Read More ›What Keeps Security Business Owners Up At Night? Part 1
Running a business is often a rewarding endeavor, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and stressors which often lead to sleepless nights. This can be especially true for the security business owners who either work or keep themselves available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Read More ›You Can’t Beat The Security Industry. Spread The Word!
As I work with alarm dealers and integrators across the country, one challenge consistently stands out: finding qualified technicians and salespeople. Our industry doesn’t have the same visibility as many other trades, and people often enter the security field by accident. This needs to change. I was one of those who entered this industry by accident. Growing up, I worked in my family’s department store on the East Coast, and the security business wasn’t on my radar.
Read More ›IDIS Americas Redefines VMS Market With AI-Powered, License-Free Solution
IDIS Americas, a new IDIS business unit formed from the recent merger of IDIS America and Costar Technologies, is shaking up the video management system (VMS) landscape with a groundbreaking approach that prioritizes affordability and flexibility. The innovative IDIS Solution Suite (ISS) VMS combines AI-driven intelligence, intuitive management and control capabilities, and exceptional value with no annual licensing fees.
Read More ›Iris ID Welcomes Industry Veteran, Ricky Garcia, as Business Development Director, Latin America
Iris ID announced Jose R. (Ricky) Garcia as Business Development Director, Latin America. Ricky has more than 20 years of experience driving increased revenue and cost efficiencies for global high-end technology companies in LATAM. His diversified sales experience including with startups will propel Iris ID multimodal biometric technology as a solution for National ID projects, Access Control systems and more within the region.
Read More ›VIVOTEK’s VORTEX Cloud Security Platform Offers Hybrid Cloud Solutions
VIVOTEK continues to expand its cloud technology efforts, achieving a high level of AIoT integration with hybrid cloud solutions that ensure data security and broad hardware integration capabilities. Earlier this year, VORTEX launched its VORTEX Connect feature, allowing users to remotely update firmware, monitor system health, and troubleshoot issues without the need to replace existing network cameras. This is done by connecting to VIVOTEK’s Core+ AI Network Video Recorder (NVR).
Read More ›Suprema Launches BioEntry W3, AI-Driven Facial Authentication with Advanced Privacy Protection and Durability
Suprema announced the launch of BioEntry W3, an AI-powered facial authentication device designed for high-security environments. The display-free design prevents facial images from being shown on a screen, instead communicating the authentication result through LED indicators and text. This ensures that facial authentication data remains protected from nearby unauthorized individuals in public spaces.
Read More ›i-PRO Awarded NPPGov Contract to Simplify Procurement of Advanced Security Solutions for Public Sector Agencies Nationwide
i-PRO Americas announced that it has been awarded the NPPGov contract RFP#2350 for Facility Security Systems by the League of Oregon Cities. This contract provides public sector customers across the U.S. with simplified access to i-PRO’s advanced security products and services. This competitively bid contract allows government entities, educational institutions, law enforcement agencies, fire and rescue services, public utilities, mass transit authorities, and non-profit organizations, resellers and distribution partners.
Read More ›Genetec Helps Communities Boost Crime Prevention Initiatives with Introduction of New Collaborative Intelligence Feature for AutoVu Cloudrunner
Genetec announced a new collaborative intelligence feature for its AutoVu Cloudrunner™ vehicle-centric investigation system. Collaborative intelligence facilitates the sharing of ALPR data between partnered organizations such as local police departments, private businesses, and community groups. By enabling organizations to connect and share on a secure single network, they benefit from enhanced situational awareness and a more unified response to security challenges.
Read More ›Iris ID Brings Ingenuity to HRMS Systems with IrisTime™ iTMS Cloud
Iris ID formally rolls out and delivers IrisTime™ iTMS Cloud, the solution to strategically help organizations better manage time and attendance functions. iTMS Cloud is a critical enhancement that when paired with biometric time clocks such as the IrisTime™ iT100 automates data collection and converts transactional data in real time. The shift away from more traditionally managed HRMS systems represents the desire that modern organizations are seeking in order to operate more efficiently.
Read More ›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.
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