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Outdoor Events and Nomadic Surveillance Cameras: A General Overview

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 19, 2023 4:15 am Categories: Cameras, Surveillance. Tags: Jay Jason Bartlett, Mobile Security, Surveillance.

NoMadic surveillance

In recent years, the usage of mobile security cameras at outdoor events has grown in popularity. For event planners wishing to improve their security and monitoring capabilities, these cameras offer a versatile and portable alternative. Nomadic cameras can aid in ensuring the participants’ safety and the success of any major gathering, including concerts, festivals, sporting events, and other types of events. In this article, we will highlight the advantages of employing mobile cameras and other security equipment as well as how they may benefit security workers and event planners.

Global MSC Security to Go Beyond Public Space Surveillance with Appointment of Andy Williams

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 16, 2023 10:00 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Andy Williams, Derek Maltby, Global MSC Security, Surveillance.

Global MSC Security announced the appointment of Andy Williams as a Senior Security Consultant. A technical expert with more than 40 years’ experience working with alarms, CCTV and integrated security systems in both the public and private sectors, Andrew will support and grow Global MSC Security’s impressive customer-base, as well as expand its offering, protecting businesses and safeguarding communities throughout the UK.

viisights Joins Hewlett Packard Enterprise Partner Ready for Technology Partner Program

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 15, 2023 10:34 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Asaf Birenzvieg, Hewlett Packard, viisights.

Example of automatic outdoor fire detection, speeding up rescue response

viisights announced that it joins the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Partner Ready for Technology Partner Program as a silver-tier member. This membership allows viisights to integrate, test, and market its products with industry-leading HPE technology. The AI-powered analytics provided by viisights enhance existing camera infrastructure by providing alerts in real-time of unsafe behavior of people and vehicles, the presence of weapons, and unauthorized entry, triggering an immediate security response.

i-PRO to Unveil Industry’s Smallest and Lightest Outdoor Multi-Directional + PTZ Camera at ISC-West

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 15, 2023 10:20 am Categories: New Products, Product Focus. Tags: i-PRO, ISC West, PTZ camera.

At ISC West 2023 on booth # 10037 i-PRO will expand its multi-sensor line with a new multi-directional + PTZ camera. The WV-X86531-Z2 is the smallest and lightest outdoor rated multi-PTZ of its kind in the industry. It features powerful edge AI capabilities, advanced cybersecurity, and vandal resistance for the widest possible deployment options.

Brivo Reveals Top Security Trends for 2023: Convenience is King in Securing the Hybrid Workplaces of the Future

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 15, 2023 4:02 am Categories: Corporate News, Physical security. Tags: Brivo, Steve Van Till.

Brivo PropTech Breakthrough

Brivo publishes the 2023 Top Security Trends Report which identifies user experience and convenience as rapidly emerging drivers behind the adoption of new physical security solutions. Brivo?s sixth annual trends report is based on responses from 677 security professionals across the world working in over two dozen sectors. They pointed to growing expectations for frictionless access into workplaces, as more Millennial and Gen Z cohorts enter the workplace, and a general rise in convenience as a major consideration in physical security.

TDSi Teams Up with Altronix to Offer UL294 Listed Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 15, 2023 2:43 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: altronix, John Davies, Stephen Oliva, TDSi.

Altronix has partnered with TDSi to offer new streamlined access and power integration solutions that are UL294 listed for access control systems. Altronix Trove1 series supports TDSi?s GARDiS access controller modules which are DIN Rail mountable while easily combining Altronix power distribution options that are completely customizable to support multiple controllers and locking devices. Pre-configured kits are also available with Altronix power distribution and din-rail to further simplify installation for an 8-door system.

Xtract One Technologies Announces Strategic Investment

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 15, 2023 1:28 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: MSG Sports, Peter Evans, Xtract One.

Xtract One Technologies announced that MSG Sports will invest up to C$13.4 million (US$10 million) in Xtract One, a leading security technology company that prioritizes the patron access experience by leveraging AI. The initial investment of C$8.4 million (US$6.3 million) is effective immediately, with the subsequent investment of C$5 million (US$3.7 million) being conditional on the approval of Xtract One?s shareholders and all applicable regulatory approvals (together the ?Investment?).

Invixium?s Industry-Leading Biometric Portfolio Will Now Be Available with IDCUBE’s software platform

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 13, 2023 11:38 pm Categories: Uncategorized. Tags: Divyakant Gupta, IDCUBE, Invixium, Shiraz Kapadia.

Invixium and IDCUBE jointly announced the signing of a new technology partnership and global distribution agreement. The two companies have collaborated in the past to give end-users and system integrators a straightforward way to install and implement the best-of-the-breed integrated solution – Invixium biometric devices with IDCUBE’s Access360 software platform. This new agreement deepens the existing relationship and will initially focus on joint sales penetration in India, the Middle East, and the United States.

Video Surveillance In No-Light / Low-Light Conditions

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 13, 2023 10:18 am Categories: Surveillance. Tags: Eddie Reynolds, Jay Jason Bartlett, video surveillance.

Video surveillance cameras are frequently used in a variety of settings to provide protection and security. However, these cameras frequently have lighting problems, especially at night or in dimly lit environments. The capacity to record clear video may actually be hampered by these lighting circumstances, which may even threaten the surveillance system’s overall performance. These circumstances make low-light or no-light video security cameras useful because they can record precise and clear video in low lighting.

Autonomous Physical Security: Advancements And Future Prospect

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 10, 2023 10:28 am Categories: Autonomous Security. Tags: Autonomous Physical Security, Jay Jason Bartlett.

Cozaint’s BOBBY security observation tower

As we know it, physical security is the protection of personnel, property, and assets from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. With the advancement of technology, physical security has evolved from traditional methods such as access control systems, video surveillance cameras, and human security guards to autonomous systems, providing enhanced protection and improved operational efficiency. Autonomous physical security refers to the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), robotics, and internet of things (IoT), to create self-sufficient security systems that can operate without human intervention.

Physical Security And Cyber Security: Two Layers Of An Overall Security Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 10, 2023 10:27 am Categories: Autonomous Security, Cyber Security. Tags: Cyber Security, Jay Jason Bartlett, physical security.

Physical security is a crucial aspect of cyber security as it deals with the protection of the tangible components of a computer system. Given that it involves safeguarding the actual physical parts of a computer system, physical security is an essential component of cyber security. The elements of physical security include protecting workstations, servers, storage systems, and other pieces of gear. To guarantee the privacy, accuracy, and availability of the data stored and processed on these systems, these assets must be physically protected.

LTO Storage In a Video Surveillance Infrastructure

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 10, 2023 10:22 am Categories: Storage, Surveillance. Tags: Jay Jason Bartlett, LTO storage, video surveillance.

In addition to their high capacity, cost-effectiveness, and durability, LTO tapes are now found in systems that are easy to use for the video surveillance operator.

Pedestal PRO Introduces Elegant Emergency Call Station Platform for 2N Video Intercom Solutions by Axis Communications, Inc

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 11:22 pm Categories: IP Cameras, Network. Tags: axis communications, Dom Albano, Pedestal PRO, Pike Goss.

Pedestal PRO has introduced a turnkey emergency call station designed for Axis 2N? video and audio-over-IP solutions. The units incorporate 2N? IP Safety or 2N? IP Force intercom systems and AXIS F1035-E pinhole cameras connected to an AXIS F44 Dual Audio Input Main Unit with an array of emergency station technologies, including programmable LED lighting, strobes, and mounting options for third-party speakers, horns, solar panels, wide-angle day/night Axis surveillance cameras, and other equipment to meet A&E specifications.

i-PRO Introduces Mercury-based Intrusion Detection in MonitorCast Access Control Software at ISC West

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 5:51 pm Categories: Corporate News. Tags: access control software, i-PRO, ISC West 2023, Jason Garcia.

At ISC West 2023 on booth # 10037 i-PRO will introduce the latest release of its MonitorCast Access Control software. The new version adds Mercury-based intrusion detection to MonitorCast which provides a unified solution between access control and intrusion detection without requiring third-party hardware or integrations. Adding an intrusion detection system (IDS) to access control allows users to control physical access to certain buildings or locations, while also monitoring these places as well.

Blackline Safety Launches First EU Service Centre

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 5:38 pm Categories: IOT. Tags: Blackline Safety, Simon Rich.

Blackline Safety Corp. announced the launch of its first European Union (EU)-based service centre. As Blackline has achieved 118% revenue growth over the last two years in Europe, the service centre is designed to meet heightened customer demand across the region. The facility occupies a dedicated area within Blackline?s French site, strategically located in the industrial heart of north-eastern France near Lille, and is staffed by an established in-house team of technical and product specialists. Blackline will provide local customer service and offer rentals for Europe out of the centre.

HID Acquires GuardRFID to Expand Healthcare Offering, Create Safer Experiences for Patients and Staff

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 11:03 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Björn Lidefelt, GuardRFID, HID, Kerry Brock, Marc Bielmann.

HID announced it has acquired GuardRFID, a leading provider of real-time location services (RTLS) hardware and software solutions in the healthcare space. The addition of GuardRFID expands HID?s offering and relevance in the active RFID and RTLS space, including the support for new use cases catered to the needs of healthcare facilities.

CEDIA Launches CEDIA NextGen: Smart Home Career Toolkit

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 10:49 am Categories: Smart Devices, Technologies. Tags: CEDIA, CEDIA NextGen, Daryl Friedman.

CEDIA announced the launch of CEDIA NextGen: Smart Home Career Toolkit. This new collection of free resources, designed to complement CEDIA?s existing workforce development programs, will help the global CEDIA channel build awareness of industry employment opportunities and recruit new hires.

Qognify to Join Axis Communications at EuroShop 2023 to Help Retailers Reduce Theft and Fraud and Improve Productivity

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 10:32 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: axis communications, EuroShop 2023, Qognify.

Qognify will join technology partner, Axis Communications, to present its award-winning Retail Solution on booth #E03, hall 6 at EuroShop 2023, taking place at Messe D

ioXt Alliance expands IoT certification program to include building network controllers

Posted by Jay Bartlett February 9, 2023 10:13 am Categories: Network. Tags: Acuity Brands, Alerton, Gabriel Verreault, Grace Burkard, IoT certification, ioXt, ioXt Alliance, Jesse Collier, Kevin Callahan.

The ioXt Alliance announced the expansion of its IoT security certification program to include building network controllers (BNCs). The BNC security certification profile was developed by a profile working group of smart-building industry experts and ioXt team members. The group consists of industry experts from companies such as Acuity Brands, Alerton, CBRE, Delta Controls, and Regulvar, to name a few, representing BNC product manufacturers, ecosystem integrators and protocol security companies.