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Ron Rothman Joins SightLogix Board Of Directors

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 17, 2018 8:14 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: John Romanowich, Ron Rothman, SightLogix.

Ron Rothman, a prominent industry veteran with a longstanding record of building and transforming security businesses, has joined SightLogix?s board of directors. Ron brings over thirty years of security leadership to SightLogix, rising from inside sales to president of the Honeywell Security Group & ADI Distribution, a global $3 Billion strategic business unit within Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions. Most recently, Ron served as senior vice president of sales and business development for AFA Protective Systems, Inc.

Milestone XProtect Gets Smarter And More Secure

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 17, 2018 8:12 pm Categories: VMS Software. Tags: Axis cameras, milestone, XProtect 2018 R3.

Milestone Systems announces XProtect 2018 R3 to be released October 2. With this third release in 2018, Milestone is continuing to respond to the demands from the partner community. We live in an ever-changing world, and the frequent release cycle ensures that the needs of Milestone stakeholders are rapidly met. With the 2018 R3 product version and Device Pack 9.9a, users can benefit from an extended event list, allowing them to make use of all the event features the camera has to offer.

Lenel?s OnGuard Version 7.5 Delivers Powerful Enhancements

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 17, 2018 8:08 pm Categories: Cloud, Cyber Security, VMS Software. Tags: Access Control, Jeff Stanek, lenel, OnGuard 7.5.

Lenel offers an extensive set of new features and utilities with the introduction of OnGuard^?version 7.5. The enhanced OnGuard 7.5 access control solution deepens Lenel?s focus on unification, mobility, cybersecurity and cloud compatibility with platform updates, including enriched browser clients and a next-generation visitor management suite ?– all adding to its already substantial capabilities. Lenel is part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp.

Transition Networks Brings PoE Security Expertise To GSX

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 17, 2018 8:02 pm Categories: Network. Tags: GlenNiece Kutsch, PoE, Power over Ethernet, Transition Networks.

Transition Networks Gigabit Ethernet Power-over-Ethernet ++ Switch

Transition Networks announced it will showcase its Self-Enclosed, Managed Hardened Gigabit Ethernet Power-over-Ethernet ++ (PoE++) Switch at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) event. New Switch Features Wireless Capabilities to Ease Installation of Security Surveillance Networks. The switch is optimized for easy set-up and maintenance of outdoor security camera networks through the inclusion of a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio for remote access to the switch and near-field communication (NFC) for mass pre-configuration of switches prior to powering up or connecting the switches.

Iris ID iCAM Enrollment Integrated With AMAG Technology?s Symmetry Enterprise

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 17, 2018 7:52 pm Categories: Access Control, Biometrics. Tags: AMAG Technology, GSX, iCAM 7S, Iris ID, Symmetry Enterprise Access Control.

iCAM 7 Series

Symmetry Enterprise is designed for large organizations with complex security requirements. It supports unlimited card readers, cardholders and clients and allows users to control security from one location. The native integration of the iCAM enrollment process allows users to seamlessly enroll employees for a second layer of authentication at key entry points. The Iris ID system also helps protect employee privacy by storing the biometric data separate from AMAG?s biographic data.

Convergint Technologies Integrates Pass Standards To Help Schools Increase Security Nationwide

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 16, 2018 8:40 pm Categories: Campus Security. Tags: convergint technologies, PASS safety standards, The STEP Up program, Tony Varco.

Convergint Integrates PASS Standards

Convergint Technologies announced the integration of PASS safety standards for K-12 schools served by the worldwide systems integrator?s STEP Up program. The STEP Up program —standing for secure, train, educate and protect— launched June 8 as part of Convergint?s annual social responsibility day. Via STEP Up, Convergint provides security upgrades to underserved K-12 schools across the country.

Police Leverages Technology And University Alliance To Treat Virtual Roll Call Briefing

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 14, 2018 2:00 am Categories: Campus Security, Law Enforcement, Technologies. Tags: BOLO, Pinecrest, Samuel Ceballos Jr, virtual roll call.

Pinecrest police officers now receive roll call briefing information via a web-based application – an initiative that uses technology to better relate to the incoming workforce and increase efficiency. Technology has touched most police procedures, but one that has not changed much in 40 years is the roll call briefing. Police Chief Samuel Ceballos, Jr. presented the virtual roll call idea to the Florida International University School of Computing and Information Sciences senior class. He proposed they develop the digital solution for their Capstone Project, and they accepted the challenge.

S2 Magic Monitor Version 6.1 Introduces Internet-streamed TV, More Forensics Capabilities

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 14, 2018 1:50 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: John L. Moss, S2 Magic Monitor 6.1, S2 Security.

Release expands media options for optimal situational awareness and enhances advanced video forensics user experience. S2 Security announced S2 Magic Monitor Version 6.1. With a range of media options that now includes Internet-streamed TV as well as enhancements to Magic Monitor Forensics, S2 Magic Monitor Version 6.1 is the most flexible, versatile solution for security operations and enterprise-wide communication.

LifeSafety Power Sets Sights On GSX 2018 With Product Releases And Booth Enhancements

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 7:04 am Categories: Product Focus. Tags: C●CURE 9000, Global Security Exchange, GSX, LifeSafety Power.

LifeSafety-Power-ProWire-Unified-Power-Systems

LifeSafety Power Inc. heads to the Global Security Exchange (formerly ASIS International Conference and Exhibits), September 24 through 27 in Las Vegas, riding the coattails of recent product awards and groundbreaking innovation in power, security and access control. With continued advancements created by LifeSafety Power in intelligent networking, users can now get a real-time look at the health of power-connected solutions across an enterprise or single location.

iluminar CEO Eddie Reynolds To Serve As Ambassador For IoT Now Conference

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 6:36 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: CEOs, CISOs, Eddie Reynolds, IOT, IT managers, network operations managers.

iluminar announced that CEO Eddie Reynolds has been selected as an ambassador for the 2018 IoT Now Applications in Connectivity Conference. The seminar will take place Sept. 19, 2018 in the Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center, in Tysons, Va. IoT Now will welcome CEOs, CISOs, IT managers, network operations managers, facilities managers and other senior executives from various companies in manufacturing, utilities, healthcare, transportation and infrastructure.

New Security Research Reveals Password Inadequacy A Top Threat

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 2:23 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Corey Nachreiner, Internet Security Report, WatchGuard Technologies.

WatchGuard Q2 2018 Report screenshot

WatchGuard^® Q2 2018 Internet Security Report uncovers cybercriminals? heightened use of credential-focused attacks, the continued prevalence of malicious Office documents, and more. WatchGuard Technologies announced the findings of its Internet Security Report for Q2 2018, which explores the latest security threats affecting small to midsize businesses (SMBs) and distributed enterprises. The new research from the WatchGuard Threat Lab revealed that 50 percent of government and military employee LinkedIn passwords were weak enough to be cracked in less than two days.

ACRE, Alert Enterprise Announce Strategic Alliance

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 2:18 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Access Management, ACRE, AlertEnterprise, Jasvir Gill, Ron Virden, Vanderbilt.

ACRE announced that ACRE, Vanderbilt and its subsidiaries, has entered into a strategic alliance with AlertEnterprise to expand and diversify technology options for customers. The AlertEnterprise suite of security convergence software, including its Physical Identity and Access Management (PIAM) solution, combined with the Vanderbilt Security Management Solution (SMS), will offer predictive analytics, compliance and advanced insider threat management capabilities to customers.

Bosch Introduces New Communicator For Seamless Two-way IP Communication

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 2:13 am Categories: New Products. Tags: B444 Conettix, B450, Bosch, Dual Path Communicator.

Bosch introduces the B444 Conettix 4G LTE plug-in cellular communicator, which enables seamless two-way IP communication over the Verizon 4G LTE cellular network in the United States. The B444 plugs into compatible Bosch products, including the B/G Series Control Panels, B465 Universal Dual Path Communicator, and the B450 Plug-in Communicator. Cellular communication is a reliable alternative to the standard telephone infrastructure and enables end users to eliminate expenses associated with up to two dedicated phone line connections per control panel.

Code Blue To Offer Products Through ScanSource

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 1:30 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Code Blue Corporation, John Plooster, scansource, Tracey Boucher.

Code Blue Corporation announced that its products will now be available through ScanSource Networking & Security, a business unit of ScanSource, Inc., a leading global provider of technology products and solutions. ScanSource will carry Code Blue?s signature Help Points^® and speakerphones in North America in an effort to help resellers bolster their emergency communications offerings.

DW And Harco Group Enter Into Exclusive Distribution Agreement For The Middle East

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 13, 2018 1:22 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Access Control, DW, IP surveillance, Roger Ghostine, Wade Thomas.

DW and Harco Group

DW^® announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Harco HIS to represent the company in the Middle East and Northern Africa region (MENA). DW consistently receives product inquiries from end-user customers in these important markets. The agreement with Harco will assure the company professional representation and support for our complete surveillance solutions. This new agreement with Harco HIS signals DW?s expansion into the broader global market.

Surveon Video Analytics Optimize Your Business Operations

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 12, 2018 4:25 am Categories: Video Analytics. Tags: Surveon, VA, video analytics.

Surveon Video Analytics

Surveon Video Analytic Solutions provide three advantages, including built-in 12 VA with license free, unique Post VA Search, and real-time alerts for various user-defined events, reducing time and efforts of management staff, making the surveillance system more efficient. Video Analytics (also called VA) can automatically analyze video and detect temporal and spatial events. Many different functionalities can be implemented in VA such as Motion Detection, it is a functionality to detect directions within the limits of the acceptance angle, any wrong direction will trigger an alarm.

Pelco Introduces The Rugged Spectra Professional IR PTZ Camera

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 12, 2018 4:15 am Categories: IP Cameras, New Products. Tags: Digital Image Stabilization, IR camera, PTZ, Todd Dunning.

Pelco^? has released the Spectra Professional IR-a rugged camera ideal for transportation, city surveillance, airports, seaports, and commercial markets. The Spectra Professional IR features ?above the horizon? viewing capability providing greater coverage of bridges, overpasses, and building exteriors without mounting additional cameras. The camera also provides built-in IR illumination on areas of interest such as roadways, ports, parking lots and building perimeters up to 150 meters away offering a solution for customers who are frustrated with the inability of typical PTZ cameras to capture key image details in poorly lit environments.

Avigilon To Provide First Look Of AI-Powered H5 Camera Line At GSX 2018

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 12, 2018 4:09 am Categories: New Products. Tags: Avigilon, GSX 2018, H5 camera, Jonathan Ballon, Mahesh Saptharishi.

Avigilon Corporation announced the development of its future H5 camera line. Engineered to be Avigilon’s most advanced and intelligent cameras, the H5 camera line will be powered by the latest Intel^® Movidius^™ Myriad^™ X Vision Processing Unit (VPU), and feature Avigilon’s next-generation AI and video analytics technology.

Vistacom Enhances Video Wall Solution To Ensure Intelligent Security Operations

Posted by Jay Bartlett September 12, 2018 4:03 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: Dan Gundry, GSX, SecureView 2.0, Vistacom.

Vistacom SecureView 2.0

Vistacom announced the availability of the enhanced version of its Vistacom SecureView^™ video wall solution. Vistacom SecureView 2.0 is an intelligent visual solution that enables organizations to view data from multiple services and solutions in a single operational picture. Today?s mission-critical environments require efficiency and intuitiveness to maintain an effective and intelligent security posture.