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ShotSpotter Launches Outdoor Gunfire Detection for Stores and Malls

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 1, 2021 6:21 am Categories: Technologies. Tags: Ralph A. Clark, ShotSpotter, Terry Sullivan.

shotspotter

ShotSpotter investigate launched its ShotSpotter SiteSecure for Retail program to provide outdoor gunfire detection for retail chains and malls. ShotSpotter SiteSecure is a gunfire detection solution that alerts retail security personnel within seconds of a shooting incident around their stores and parking lots, protecting retail shoppers and associates by enabling faster response by security, law enforcement and medical personnel. Fatalities and violent incidents in retail spiked to an all-time high in 2020.

PDK and Rhombus Introduce Access Control and VMS Cloud Integration

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 1, 2021 6:05 am Categories: Access Control, Cloud. Tags: Dallan Labrum, ProdataKey, Rhombus Systems.

PDK Rhombus

ProdataKey announced the release of a seamless integration with Rhombus Systems. In joining forces, the two companies ?each known for their best-in-class cloud offerings? bring to market the industry?s easiest-to-implement, easiest-to-use, comprehensive access control and AI-assisted video management solution. The integration is free to PDK dealers and available immediately. The PDK/Rhombus integration allows users of a Pdk io access control system to easily associate readers with Rhombus cameras.

Altronix Introduces New eFlow Dual Voltage Access Control Kits

Posted by Jay Bartlett April 1, 2021 5:51 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: altronix, eFlow, Ronnie Pennington.

Altronix Controller

Altronix has launched an enhanced line of eFlow power supply/charger kits that provide 12 and 24VDC simultaneously for locking devices and peripherals. These new solutions are equipped with fused, or PTC protected outputs that are individually selectable to provide necessary power for a wide range of access control panels, door locks, ancillary devices and more! Models also feature bi-color LEDs for instant visual voltage verification and embedded LINQ network power management technology.

Deloitte, Google Cloud Chronicle Team Up on Security Analytics

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 30, 2021 7:45 pm Categories: Technologies, Video Analytics. Tags: Deloitte, Google Cloud.

Deloitte building

As more organizations embrace hybrid, multi-cloud environments and a work-from-anywhere model, security teams are realizing they operate in the ?age of expansion.? More technology and data assets to secure, more telemetry data to analyze, more security tools to manage, more alerts to sort, and ?in turn? more threats to defend against. This compounding threat environment has security teams asking, how do we focus on the threats that matter the most?

Securitas Publishes Annual and Sustainability Report for 2020

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 30, 2021 7:12 am Categories: Uncategorized. Tags: Securitas.

Securitas Annual Report

Securitas has published The Annual and Sustainability Report 2020 which is now available and can be read and downloaded at Securitas website. There is also a digital and interactive brief version of the Annual and Sustainability Report available. The printed version of the Annual and Sustainability Report 2020 can as of April 9, be ordered from Securitas ordering service on their website.

Allegion Expands Partnership with CBORD to Support Contactless Mobile IDs

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 30, 2021 7:00 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Allegion, CBORD, Contactless Mobile IDs, Jeff Koziol, Larry Delaney.

Allegion CBORD

Allegion together with CBORD announced that they have expanded their offerings and now provide on-campus mobile credential solutions on Android phones. Students, faculty and staff on participating campuses can now use their Android phones to conveniently, safely and securely access campus buildings and make purchases through Google Pay, while the universities benefit from operational efficiencies. Allegion and CBORD first launched contactless mobile IDs for campuses in August 2019, for Apple devices.

ADT Security Launches Essence SmartCare?s Senior Care Solution for Australia

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 29, 2021 8:41 am Categories: Health Care, Solutions. Tags: ADT, Barak Katz, David Kirubi, Essence SmartCare, Senior Care.

Essence SmartCare

Essence SmartCare announced that ADT Security Australia, a leading provider of security monitoring services, has selected its Care@Home Enhanced Telecare Services Platform to expand ADT?s Health and Wellness services offering in Australia. ADT Security Australia is part of Johnson Controls, the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. This partnership was facilitated in conjunction with HSC Technology Group.

Axxon Next 4.4.6 Is Released

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 29, 2021 8:12 am Categories: Uncategorized.

AxxonSoft Axxon Next

AxxonSoft has released version 4.4.6 of the Axxon Next intelligent VMS. In the new version, many improvements have been made to increase the stability of the system, and the new Drivers Pack 3.69 for IP devices has been included. Axxon Next is a limitlessly scalable video management software that combines comprehensive support for 10,000+ IP devices and a streamlined user interface.

REDSCAN PRO: For Outdoor & Indoor High Security Applications

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:57 am Categories: Integrated Systems. Tags: laser detection sensor, optex, REDSCAN PRO.

REDSCAN-Pro

OPTEX announce the new REDSCAN PRO laser detection sensor, featuring the longest range yet in our REDSCAN series, making it the best solution for the highest security sites. The latest evolution in the award-winning REDSCAN LiDAR series, REDSCAN PRO can very accurately detect intruders to a range of 165x330ft, without any ?gaps? in the detection or the reliability ?fading? with range. By creating rectangular as opposed to circular (fan-shaped) detection patterns, there are no unnecessary overlaps.

ASIS Unveils New Hybrid of Digital and In-Person GSX

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:49 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: ASIS, GSX 2021, John A. Petruzzi, Jr, Peter O’Neil.

Orange County Convention Center in Orlando

ASIS International announced its decision to move its Global Security Exchange 2021 to a hybrid experience with in-person and digital features that will take place 27-29 September. The three-day event features daily global keynote and game-changer presenters as well as concurrent education sessions focusing on the most pressing issues faced by the security profession. This integrated event will be hosted in-person at the Orange County Convention Center located in Orlando, Florida.

Nice Launches Safer and Smarter Gate Operator

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:43 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Jon Eiche, Mercury 310, Nice.

Nice Gate Operator

Nice announced the release of the Mercury 310 residential gate operator controller, a simple-to-install controller engineered for UL325 compliance for automated gate systems. With no programming required, a simple user interface, and cutting-edge safety features, UL325 compliance has never been simpler. Installers familiar with Nice gate controller will find familiarity in Mercury 310, which is as straightforward to install as previous products but now includes new features.

Dahua Technology to Release Upgraded IVSS to Explore More AI Functions

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:31 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: AI, Dahua Technology, IVSS.

Dahua IVSS

The Dahua Intelligent Video Surveillance Server, or simply IVSS, is positioned as a multiple intelligent algorithm server. With its strong computing power and flexibility, it offers multiple algorithm integration as well as innovative, efficient and accurate AI functions. The Dahua IVSS is equipped with general AI functions that benefit users with optimized monitoring capabilities. Aside from its Face Recognition?s Blocklist Alarm, VIP Recognition and Stranger Alarm, this series now features High Frequency Alarm that can recognize the frequency of targets in the monitored scene.

SALTO Systems Names Laura Turman as Retail Vertical Leader for North America

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:23 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Laura Turman, SALTO Systems, Steve Burk.

Laura Turman

SALTO Systems has named Laura Turman as Retail Vertical Leader for North America. Turman has extensive experience in security and has served as regional sales manager for Senstar, regional security expert for Schneider Electric, regional sales manager for Open Options, and as an account executive for Anixter. She has also served as vice president of operations for Ashland Integrated, Inc.

New PureTech Patent Affords More Accurate and Timely Man Overboard Detections

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:17 am Categories: Mobile / In-Vehicle, Video Analytics. Tags: Larry Bowe, man overboard, PureTech Systems.

Man Overboard

PureTech Systems announced the issuance of a patent by the United States Patent Office – “US Patent 10,922,552, System and Method for Man Overboard Incident Detection”.
Detecting man overboard events is a common problem for naval ships, cruise ships, and other large vessels. The newly awarded patent for PureTech Systems addresses some of these issues. The timely detection of man overboard events in the cruise industry and other related markets is difficult.

Sage Integration Adds National Project Manager

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 11:06 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: John Nemerofsky, Ross Westermann, Sage Integration.

Andrew Gibson

Sage Integration has named Ross Westermann as its national project manager. Westermann will oversee project and contract management, engineering review and provide sales support as Sage expands its client base across the U.S. John Nemerofsky, Sage Integration?s chief operating officer, said increasing demand for services from national and global clients made hiring an experienced project manager vital.

Ontic Integrates UniCourt Court Data into Protective Intelligence Platform

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 27, 2021 2:01 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Josh Blandi, Lukas Quanstrom, Ontic, Unicourt.

Ontic

Ontic announced it has partnered with UniCourt, a leader in Legal Data as a Service that unifies court data for greater accessibility and efficiency, modernizing and eliminating the need for manual legal record retrieval. Ontic clients can now access state and federal court records, including the full Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) criminal, bankruptcy, and civil datasets as part of a comprehensive protective intelligence solution.

IoT Malware Attacks Worldwide Surge by 66% to Over 50 Million in 2020

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 26, 2021 7:59 pm Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: cryptojacking, cyber threats, IOT, malware, ransomware.

Cyber Security

From wearables and baby monitors to defibrillators and industrial robots ? Internet of Things (IoT) devices are slowly taking over our lives both in personal and business settings. However, so are cyber threats related to these devices. According to the data presented by the Atlas VPN team, based on the Global Cyberattack Trends report by SonicWall, in 2020, malware attacks on IoT devices spiked by 66% compared to 2019.

Tim Brandt as New Global CFO at Allied Universal

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 26, 2021 7:48 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Allied Universal, G4S, Steve Jones, Tim Brandt.

Tim Brandt

Allied Universal hired Tim Brandt as the company?s Global CFO. Brandt will lead the financial operations of the company, and will focus on the upcoming acquisition and integration of G4S, and the eventual IPO of the newly consolidated company. Prior to joining Allied Universal, Brandt worked for 30 years with Deloitte and was the Managing Partner of the Orange County practice for the last four years of his career.

Dortronics Touchless Door Control Solutions Help Keep Facilities Healthier

Posted by Jay Bartlett March 26, 2021 4:08 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: 5278 Touchless Proximity Switch, Bryan Sanderford, Dortronics Systems.

Dotronics touchless door

Dortronics Systems can help facilities implement fast and highly cost-effective solutions to help combat the spread of infection with two if its latest products ? the 5278 Touchless Proximity Switch and the 6612 Request to Exit Motion Sensing Door Release. Dortronics? 5278 Touchless Proximity Switch utilizes optical infrared technology, and the imbedded sensors pick up motion within a 4? range.