Open Options has recently completed a technology partnership with Schindler, one of the world?s leading providers of elevators, escalators, and moving walks, allowing users yet another option with their access and elevator control solution. New with DNA Fusion version 7.5.0.33 the Schindler third-party database interface gives users the ability to manage their elevator dispatch control through the user-friendly DNA Fusion platform.
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Vorpal has released a whitepaper in response to the growing global crisis facing airport operations and aviation security from commercial drones flying within controlled airspace. In order to guide effective and timely response efforts to such incursions, this document presents thoughtful analysis of the best technological solutions available for delivering complete drone situational awareness. Vorpal?s proven expertise in this area has resulted in operational deployment of its drone situational awareness solution, VigilAir, by discerning customers globally, and is aimed at the aviation, military, homeland security, critical infrastructures, corrections and UAS traffic management (UTM) markets.
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In a landmark ruling, the Illinois Supreme Court today held that consumers can sue for violations of their privacy under the state?s biometric privacy law, even if no actual harm could be shown.
The case, Rosenbach v. Six Flags Entertainment Corp., concerned a 14-year-old boy who was asked to scan his thumb into a biometric data capture system before receiving a season pass to a Six Flags amusement park. The boy and his mother claimed they were not informed of the purpose and length of term for which his fingerprint had been collected and neither of them had signed a release for the taking of the biometric information, in violation of the state’s Biometric Privacy Information Act.
Ahead of National Data Privacy Day, which is observed annually on 28th January, a poll carried out last year revealed a staggering 90% of people were ?very concerned? about their internet privacy. Data privacy and the importance of safeguarding personal data, along with how companies are using blockchain technology to empower individuals to take control of their own data, are among the topics explored in the commentary.
Read More ›Amazon Glacier offers customers the ability to store and access their data over the internet. Glacier is part of Amazon?s Web Services, which is commonly referred to as the premier public cloud offering. It is primarily used for archiving and long-term backup, but is fully integrated into Amazon?s other public cloud offerings. Amazon Glacier provides three options for access to archives, from a few minutes to several hours with standard access time being between three to five hours.
Read More ›With the retention life of data increasing, many organizations are trying to determine the best long-term storage strategy for the future. To do this, organizations must analyze the reliability, security and speed of data storage solutions, including both cloud and tape storage. This white paper considers how a hybrid archive solution, consisting of both cloud and tape, may be deployed in the event of a cloud mandate, and how data growth and future costs can impact a storage solution selection.
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Mr. Alex Asnovich, named by Forbes as one of the World?s Most Influential CMOs, joins Avigilon to expand brand awareness and support growth. Avigilon Corporation announces that Alex Asnovich has joined Avigilon as Vice President, Global Marketing and Communications. Mr. Asnovich brings nearly 20 years of global experience in leading marketing and communications for companies in the security, life safety and technology industries.
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SALTO Systems, a leading manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has appointed Steve Burk as the Director of Marketing for the United States. Based at the U.S. headquarters in Atlanta, Steve will report to Bill Wood, President of SALTO North America. In this new role, Steve will oversee marketing efforts that guide the continued growth and expansion of SALTO?s electronic access control hardware and software security products.
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3xLOGIC announced the continued expansion of the company?s staff to align with its new global growth strategy. As previously announced, 3xLOGIC, PACOM, and PAC/GDX have joined forces to build the strongest and most innovative security manufacturer in the industry. The businesses will continue to operate under their own branding as usual and will report to a global management team, as Stanley Products and Solutions (SPS), under the leadership of CEO Matthew Kushner.
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PSA announced its plans to launch a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) program. The program is designed to help systems integrators diversify their service offerings and realize the full potential and benefits of a managed services business model. It will hinge on uniting industry-leading partners in cybersecurity and cloud-based security solutions, training and certification opportunities and financing options from PSA.
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Boon Edam is announced that their Speedlane Lifeline optical turnstiles have been certified as compatible with the new iRox-T Turnstile Reader from Essex Electronics. By integrating iRox-T readers with powerful embedded HID® iCLASS SE® technology, Speedlane Lifeline turnstiles offer users a greater readability range with support for multi-frequency, multi-technology applications including HID?s most secure SEOS® technology.
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Enhancing Maxxess Systems? momentum is the recent introduction of Maxxess InSite Awareness and Response Coordination System which meshes ?system intelligence? and ?human intelligence? to deliver an entirely new category of physical security and communications solution on a unified, easy to operate platform. Maxxess InSite joins the company?s highly touted eFusion&trade Security Management Software and Ambit&trade Communications Software.
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To start the year off, the world-renowned panoramic thermal sensor SPYNEL makes a first appearance in Abidjan at SHIELD AFRICA, the biggest international Security & Defence exhibition on the African continent. For three days, HGH Infrared Systems will be showcasing their latest thermal surveillance developments, with the aim of reinforcing security to support economic growth in Africa.
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Security is always one of the top concerns for any stores, especially for multinational hypermarkets, and IP surveillance is becoming the norm in the retail sector. The multinational hypermarket in South America has adopted 70 Surveon NVR7816, which was designed as a recording server with an archiving function that offers cost advantages and easy maintenance.
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nuPSYS? 3D visualization is real-time for Milestone customers and prospects? infrastructure, security and network; with benefits of user experience and command-&-control massively improved. Visual alarming drastically accelerates: time-to-action, smart infrastructure, integrated view, city-scale to single-pole for public safety and security visualization; including sensor and camera networks, 3D physical visualization with instant alarming, scalable to any public complex, campus, community or city infrastructure.
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This new enhanced integration provides property managers with the “24×7” intelligence to monitor their properties in today’s challenging environment. It is a testament of the combined commitment to the market that NoiseAware’s notification protocol is now seamlessly integrated into the BeHome247 Enterprise Property Control platform providing users an easy to adopt solution.
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Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, introduced its ?Heart of City (HOC)? strategy to the overseas markets during Intersec 2019 in Dubai, UAE. Industry experts, Dahua customers and dealers from trade and business outlets as well as major media from the nearby area gathered together to witness Dahua HOC?s debut overseas. Xin Chen, General Manager of Dahua Technology Middle East FZE, kicked off the launch conference and shared the new strategy with the guests.
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The first XProtect release of 2019 extends the usability of the Smart Client and takes it outside the control room with support for both one and two-way audio in the Mobile Client. This is beneficial for on-the-go security personnel, whose tasks require them sometimes to be away from the Smart Client. One-way audio allows users to listen to audio captured by the microphone connected to the camera directly from their mobile phones using the Milestone Mobile application.
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Arecont Vision Costar announces the addition of sales and technical resources with two new hires. Matt Bernfeld has been appointed as the Regional Sales Manager for the US Mid-Atlantic Region. Mark Wicinski has joined the company as a Field Application Engineer for the US East and Canada regions.
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