In the world of cybersecurity, ethical hacking proactively identifies security vulnerabilities before malicious actors (i.e., unethical hackers) can exploit them. By simulating real-world attacks, organisations can strengthen defences, protect sensitive data, and maintain public trust. In the physical security world, ethical hacking can transform cybersecurity of security systems from a reactive struggle into a strategic safeguard. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the role of ethical hacking as it relates to physical security?

Next-generation (Next-Gen) technologies are products, services, or infrastructures that represent a significant leap forward rather than a small, incremental update. In the physical security industry, NextGen products are those that enable disruptive change, breakthrough performance, and a fundamental change that renders previous products obsolete. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What is the next generation of physical security solutions, and how will they change the industry?

Emphasising proactive rather than reactive security shifts the focus from dealing with crises and damage control to prevention. Advantages of a proactive approach include cost efficiency, better business continuity, and fewer crises that draw attention away from strategic improvements. Staying ahead of threats is a core mission of the security department, and technology has evolved to enable security professionals to deliver on that mission better than ever. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How are security systems transitioning from reactive to proactive, and what is the benefit?

Multiple technology trends are transforming the physical access control market. There is a fundamental shift away from physical cards and keys toward digital identities — mobile credentials, digital wallets, biometrics, and cloud-native access platforms. These next generation access solutions are radically reshaping how buildings operate, protect staff, and perform functionally. At the same time, AI and analytics solutions are being layered onto these physical access control systems to support predictive threat detection and behavioural insights. Access data itself is becoming an asset for sustainability, space optimisation, and smart building initiatives. Risk, impact operations and experience The annual HID Global Security and Identity Trends Report highlights these and other issues The annual HID Global Security and Identity Trends Report highlights these and other issues. The survey cites improving user convenience as a priority for nearly half of organisations, while 41% are focused on simplifying administration, and 28% struggle with system integration. These are not theoretical challenges, they are day‑to‑day friction points that add cost, increase risk, impact operations and experience, and, of course, must be addressed. HID Global’s commercial focus HID Global’s commercial focus is to help organisations digitise their access control — with mobile identities, biometrics, and cloud platforms — and then to use the data to deliver more value. “We are turning access control from an operational cost into a software-driven asset that improves efficiency, supports Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals and even creates new revenue opportunities,” says Steven Commander, HID Global’s Head of Consultant Relations. The impact of digital transformation Digital transformation is the method of moving access control from hardware and physical credentials Digital transformation is in the process of moving access control from hardware and physical credentials to a software-driven, integrated experience. The transformation strengthens security while also improving user convenience — transforming the “pavement to the desk” journey. HID enables this shift through mobile credentials, biometrics, cloud-native platforms, and solutions that allow third-party applications to run on door hardware. “This helps customers turn access data into operational and commercial outcomes, while also improving the overall user experience,” says Commander.  Digital transformation in access control is not focused on chasing the latest trends. Rather, transformation is about turning software, data and integration into outcomes that matter to customers, says HID. “Security becomes stronger and more adaptive,” says Commander. “Operations become simpler and more cost‑effective. Experiences become seamless and consistent. Sustainability moves from ambition to action. And the financial case becomes clearer as efficiencies are banked and new value streams emerge.” The challenge of futureproofing with long lifecycles Given that physical security technologies will be in place for 15 to 20 years, it is important to plan for how systems can evolve over time. Considering how rapidly security threats, compliance standards, and user expectations change, 15 to 20 years is a long time. The decisions made at the beginning of a system’s lifecycle can either limit flexibility later (which will be costly) or enable long-term adaptability. Support for open standards such as Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) is therefore important Choosing products and platforms that are open, interoperable, and designed for updates can enable future-proof projects. Support for open standards such as Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) is therefore important.  In addition, systems built on open controller platforms — such as Mercury — enable organisations to switch software providers or expand functionality without replacing core door hardware. Architectural openness is key to system lifecycles and maximising the return on investment (ROI) from a chosen solution. Digital credentials and mobile access Flexibility and upgradeability should also be top of mind when it comes to endpoints like access control readers. While RFID cards are still commonplace, there is a clear trend toward digital credentials and mobile access. Readers that support both allow organisations to transition at their own pace, without committing to a full system overhaul. A long system lifecycle does not mean technology should remain static. Security, particularly cybersecurity, demands more frequent updates. Technologies that support firmware upgrades in the field extend the value of a deployment while helping organisations keep pace with emerging threats. In that sense, lifecycle thinking is not just about longevity — it’s about maintaining resilience and readiness over time. Applying biometrics and mobile identities Biometrics is becoming mainstream as a credential alternative, strengthening security without adding friction Biometrics is becoming mainstream as a credential alternative, strengthening security without adding friction. Many organisations are now deploying biometrics to support fast, seamless access journeys, with adoption already around 39% in access control according to HID’s recent research.  In addition, 80% of organisations surveyed expect to deploy mobile identities within the next five years. Full technology integration enables tap‑to‑access without opening an app; the user journey becomes faster, safer, and more convenient. “It is where the industry is headed and we are at the vanguard of this,” says Commander.    Ongoing challenge of cybersecurity At HID Global, cybersecurity is embedded into everything, from corporate processes and development practices to the solutions they bring to market. “Our approach ensures that customers can strengthen their overall security posture, not only by deploying secure products but by benefitting from HID’s commitment to the highest industry standards,” says Commander. HID holds multiple globally recognised certifications, including ISO 27001, ISO 14298, SOC Type 2 and CSA STAR, which demonstrate their robust information security and cloud security practices. In addition, HID’s SEOS® secure chipset is independently SEAL-certified, providing one of the most advanced levels of protection available on the market today. “Ultimately, this means organisations are not just purchasing isolated secure products; they are implementing solutions developed and delivered within a comprehensive, cybersecure framework,” says Commander. “When deployed according to best practices, HID solutions enable customers to achieve the highest levels of resilience against evolving physical and cyber threats.” Developing green and sustainable solutions A huge amount of waste is generated from the manufacture of plastic RFID access cards Digital credentials align with the sustainable solutions that everyone wants. A huge amount of waste is generated from the manufacture of plastic RFID access cards. Over 550 million access cards are sold annually. This creates 2,700 tons of plastic waste and 11,400 tons of carbon, based on a PVC card weighing 5 grams.  Therefore, digital credentials self-evidently reduce the reliance on plastic cards (helping reduce carbon emissions by up to 75% according to HID’s research), while leveraging access control system data supports energy optimisation by shutting down or reducing systems in unused spaces. Energy use and CO₂ emissions can be cut dramatically, showing how access systems can contribute to sustainability goals and green building certification. What is the latest in smart buildings? Smart buildings increasingly rely on mobile access control as the backbone for digital services. Real-time access data enables new services such as automated room bookings, HVAC control, lift/elevator calling, e-bike hiring, and so on. Smart buildings increasingly rely on mobile access control as the backbone for digital services The financial upside is clear; smart, digitally transformed buildings can deliver around 8% higher yields per square foot versus traditional office space. Operational savings accrue from reduced administration, the removal of card production and shipping, and lighter IT support. This creates a value cycle — better experiences drive adoption, adoption fuels monetisation, and monetisation funds further improvements. Achieving technology impact in the real world One standout project is One Bangkok – a $3.9 billion mixed used development in Thailand – which demonstrates the scale of what can be achieved when access control data is used for optimisation, particularly when it comes to monitoring facilities usage and occupier behaviours. By switching lights off or lowering the temperature in unused rooms, for example, the One Bangkok building demonstrates this potential with a 22% reduction in energy consumption, saving 17,000 MWh and 9,000 tons of CO₂ annually.  Sustainability is a key factor in contributing to how properties are valued. And sustainability extends far beyond digital credentials having a lower environmental impact than plastic cards.  Buildings with recognised sustainability certifications often command rental premiums of around 6%, and three‑quarters of security decision‑makers now consider environmental impact in their procurement assessments.

Totem announced its partnership with Milestone Systems, bringing together Milestone’s powerful video management software and Totem’s 24/7 remote monitoring capabilities to give security providers and monitoring centers a more complete approach to video-based security. The partnership addresses a fundamental challenge facing today’s security industry: having access to video is not the same as having the capacity to act on it. Modern video management platforms can collect, organise, and make sense of enormous amounts of security data. But when an event occurs at 2 a.m., the technology’s value ultimately depends on what happens next. Video management software Who’s watching? Who verifies the event? Who determines whether it requires action? And who initiates the appropriate response? Totem answers those questions. Through its partnership with Milestone, Totem can provide monitoring centers and security providers with an operational extension that turns video intelligence into active, around-the-clock security operations. Milestone’s open platform XProtect® video management software and broad partner ecosystem is designed to support a wide range of cameras, devices, applications and integrations. Its partner ecosystem is built around collaboration, technical expertise and developing solutions that deliver customer value. Scalable monitoring capacity Totem brings the human monitoring layer to that technology. With trained operators, 24/7 coverage, video verification and scalable monitoring capacity, Totem works as an extension of its partners’ existing security operations. The company currently supports thousands of cameras across commercial and industrial environments and combines human monitoring with advanced video analytics and other technologies. “Milestone gives security professionals an exceptionally powerful video management platform. Totem helps make sure that capability doesn't stop at the screen,” said Luis Fernando Uribe Blum, CEO of Totem. “Our role is to bring the operational side of security into the equation, including trained people, 24/7 coverage, verification, and response. For monitoring centers, that creates an opportunity to take on more video, offer more proactive services, and deliver greater value to their customers without having to build an entirely new monitoring operation themselves.” Evolution of video surveillance The evolution of video surveillance has created an interesting paradox for security providers. There is more video than ever before—and potentially less time to watch it. Organisations are deploying more cameras, expanding coverage areas, and expecting their security systems to do more than record incidents after they happen. They want video to contribute to prevention, verification and real-time response. That shift places new demands on monitoring centers. Adding cameras to a customer's account can mean adding alerts, events, and video feeds to an operator's workload. Building the infrastructure and staffing necessary to support that growth internally can be expensive and difficult to scale. Totem offers another model. Rather than requiring a monitoring center to build every component of a 24/7 video operation internally, Totem can function as an extension of the existing team. Broad technology ecosystem Its monitoring professionals can review events, verify alarms, and support response protocols around the clock. The technology identifies the information. The monitoring operation gives it context. That distinction becomes increasingly important as security systems become more intelligent. Milestone's approach is rooted in an open platform and broad technology ecosystem, allowing security solutions to evolve rather than locking organisations into a single technology stack. Its Technology Partner Program is specifically designed around verified integrations, technical collaboration and bringing complementary capabilities to market. For Totem, the partnership reinforces a similar philosophy: monitoring should work with the technology security providers already trust. Associated operational burden Totem's monitoring infrastructure is designed to support a range of security technologies and video platforms, while its services can provide dedicated monitoring teams, flexible service models, rapid onboarding and scalable monitoring capacity. This makes the partnership particularly relevant for U.S. central stations and monitoring centers looking to expand video services without assuming all of the associated operational burden. A monitoring center may already have the customers. It may already have the VMS. It may already have the cameras and the security infrastructure. What it may need is more capacity. Totem can provide that capacity. The Totem model is intentionally designed to complement existing monitoring operations. For U.S. monitoring centers, partnering with Totem can provide additional resources for overnight coverage, video verification, increased camera volumes or customers requiring more sophisticated video monitoring. Sophisticated video monitoring That means monitoring centers can pursue new video opportunities while maintaining control of their customer relationships and existing operations. It also creates a path to scale. As customers add cameras or expand their facilities, monitoring centers can increase their video monitoring capabilities without necessarily having to expand their own facilities, staffing and infrastructure at the same pace. The result is a more flexible model for delivering 24/7 security in a world where the amount of video—and the expectations surrounding it—continue to grow. “The security industry has spent years investing in better cameras, better analytics, and better video management,” said Luis Fernando Uribe Blum, CEO of Totem. “The next question is how we operationalise all of that intelligence. Our partnership with Milestone allows us to help monitoring centers bridge that gap. We bring the people and operational expertise that turn a sophisticated video environment into an active security service.”

Dell Technologies expands its cybersecurity and resilience portfolio across the AI environments, identity systems and infrastructure that attackers increasingly target and organisations cannot run without. The announcement includes new AI services and PowerProtect capabilities, identity resilience and managed threat detection, and deeper integration across Dell's storage portfolio with new quantum-safe encryption. Cyberattacks today don't just destroy data. They disrupt the systems organisations depend on to function. AI environments have become high-value targets, concentrating sensitive data while introducing new attack surfaces that most cybersecurity strategies weren't built to address. Identity platforms control access to everything, yet most recovery plans still treat them as an afterthought. And the threat horizon is expanding: data stolen today can be held and decrypted when quantum computing makes current encryption obsolete. Organisations need resilience strategies that match where threats are headed. Identifying configuration risks Dell is expanding its Services portfolio and PowerProtect capabilities to strengthen cybersecurity for AI environments and simplify cyber resilience operations. Security Hardening for Dell AI Factory service helps organisations securely deploy Dell AI Factory infrastructure with security controls aligned to their IT and security standards. Dell experts assess physical, virtual and application layers, identify configuration risks that could affect AI workloads and provide prioritised recommendations to reduce exposure. Resilience Operations for AI service starts with what matters most to the business. Dell experts work with organisations to identify their most critical AI capabilities, then build the recovery policies and procedures to help keep them protected. Dell delivers a prioritised plan for what AI applications to protect and how to recover them when disruption occurs. PowerProtect AI Assistant capabilities deliver an enhanced conversational interface for managing cyber resilience across assets, tasks, restores and reporting. Proactive daily briefs surface potential risks before they escalate, and a human-in-the-loop approval workflow allows teams to review and approve actions before they are taken. These capabilities help organisations surface issues sooner and move faster when response time matters most. Response for identity threats Identity systems control access to infrastructure, data and applications. Their broad reach makes these systems a high-value target and an essential part of cyber resilience strategies. New PowerProtect identity resilience capabilities help organisations restore a clean, trusted copy of their identity platforms, including Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID and Okta. Rather than needing to rebuild access controls manually after an incident, organisations can restore identity platforms and access controls to a clean, trusted state. Dell is also offering identity threat detection through Dell Managed Detection and Response (MDR) for Identity. The service provides 24x7 monitoring and response for identity threats, including suspicious authentication activity, compromised accounts and privilege misuse. When the service detects defined attack patterns, Dell experts can initiate automated response actions to help contain the threat. Deepening infrastructure resilience Dell is deepening integration across its cyber resilience and storage portfolio to provide faster, more flexible recovery options while helping organisations prepare for emerging quantum-era risks. Enhanced integration between PowerProtect and Dell PowerScale automatically initiates, schedules and manages retention lock local snapshots for rapid recovery. PowerScale SmartSync support lets organisations synchronise snapshots to Dell ObjectScale for an additional recovery copy and long-term retention. Dell is also helping organisations prepare for quantum-era risks: The latest version of Dell PowerStore software introduces quantum-safe data-in-flight encryption over Fibre Channel connectivity. When used with supported Dell PowerEdge servers and configurations, organisations can protect data against harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks. Dell Post-Quantum Readiness Assessment identifies cryptographic exposure across IT infrastructure and devices, prioritises migration actions and provides an inventory and risks ranked by criticality. Supporting business continuity Simon Jelley, vice president, Cyber Resilience, Dell Technologies: "Organisations are managing more complexity, more exposure and faster-moving threats than they were even just a few months ago. Organisations are trying to protect their AI environments, identity systems and infrastructure with tools and strategies that were designed for yesterday’s threats. Dell has the portfolio, the services and the operational expertise to help organisations strengthen cyber resilience and close the gaps between where threats are headed and where most strategies stand today.” Xiong Xiong, vice president of IT, Ascend Performance Materials: “For manufacturers, resilience is critical to maintaining operations and serving customers without interruption. Working with Dell Technologies has helped strengthen our backup and recovery capabilities, giving us greater confidence in our ability to protect critical data and support business continuity across our global operations.” Dave Vellante, co-founder and chief analyst, theCUBE Research: “Agentic AI is changing both the speed and scope of cyber risk. AI-enabled attacks and enterprise agents can operate at machine speed, amplifying the impact of compromised identities, excessive permissions or errors. Encrypted data stolen today could also be decrypted by future quantum computers. We believe Dell’s focus on connecting protection, detection and recovery across AI environments, identity and infrastructure addresses an important enterprise need -- containing disruption, sustaining critical operations and restoring systems and data to a verified, trusted state.” Availability PowerProtect identity resilience capabilities for Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID and Okta are now available. Dell Managed Detection and Response for Identity is now available. Dell Security Hardening for AI Factory will be available in October 2026. Dell Resilience Operations for AI are now available. PowerProtect AI Assistant expanded capabilities are now available. The latest PowerStore software will be available in November 2026. PowerProtect and PowerScale snapshot orchestration integration will be available December 2026. Dell Post-Quantum Readiness Assessment will be available in November 2026.

Mappedin, the indoor operating platform transforming the way venues are experienced and managed, announces a technology integration with Brivo, the global pioneer in cloud-native AI-driven physical security. The integration brings Brivo's access control and video management capabilities directly into Mappedin Security Center, delivering a unified, map-based security operations experience for enterprise and campus environments. Disconnected security systems Ideal for enhancing modern facilities that already rely on multiple, disconnected security systems for access control, video surveillance, and incident management, the integration capabilities include: Seeing all access events in real time on an interactive map Viewing live video from Brivo-connected cameras based on camera locations displayed on a map Correlating access and video events based on locations Configuring alert rules to highlight specific events with visual indicators on a map Managing lockdowns and emergency responses from the map Monitoring building-wide security status on unified dashboards These combined capabilities give security teams and building operators a foundational layer of indoor building intelligence to keep physical assets, tenants, and visitors safe. Multi-floor venues “Security teams need to know what is happening, and more importantly, specifically where it is happening and what resources are nearby,” said Brian McIlravey, Director of Enterprise Security and Public Safety. “Our partnership with Brivo provides a layer of intelligence for security operators and responders so that they can make faster, more informed decisions. Together we’re delivering better safety outcomes for our customers.” Brivo's open API platform and Mappedin's SDK connect Brivo-managed access points and cameras to their corresponding locations on Mappedin's interactive 3D indoor maps. The combined integration creates a solution that supports multi-building, multi-floor venues, and scales from single buildings to large campuses. “Security events don’t happen in dashboards; they happen in physical spaces,” said Tijmen Vos, Brivo VP Product. “By combining Brivo’s unified access control and video platform with MappedIn’s indoor mapping technology, we’re giving security teams the spatial context they need to act faster and smarter. It’s another step toward making physical security more connected, intelligent, and actionable.”

Tenable® Holdings, Inc., the exposure management company, announces it has been selected to power the Atos Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) service. Atos, a global pioneer in AI-powered digital transformation, counts Tenable as one of its preferred partners. The CTEM service enables organisations to shift from reactive remediation to proactive risk reduction, helping security teams stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats. Cyber exposures are increasing across the enterprise, ranging from misconfigurations and over permissioned identities to shadow AI. The rapid adoption of AI agents, continuous application deployments, and cloud migrations cause enterprise infrastructure to be in a state of continuous motion. Together, Tenable and Atos combine AI-driven exposure management with global cyber defence to transform security operations from reactive patching into continuous, measurable risk reduction. Unparalleled risk reduction “When building our next-generation CTEM services, choosing Tenable as our strategic technology partner was an easy decision,” said Farah Rigal, Head of Global Cyber Security Products and Services, Atos. “The Tenable One Exposure Management Platform is hands-down one of the most comprehensive platforms on the market today. It delivers unmatched visibility and intelligence across complex enterprise attack surfaces that allow us to eliminate noise, pinpoint critical attack paths and enable organisations to take action to achieve unparalleled risk reduction.” Atos selected Tenable One to power its global CTEM operations in part due to Tenable One’s unified, AI-driven visibility across the entire attack surface including IT, cloud, identity and OT environments. By combining predictive threat prioritisation with Tenable Hexa AI, the autonomous engine that automates asset discovery, tagging, and triage, Tenable One translates complex attack path analysis into actionable business risk reduction, enabling security teams to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. Actionable business risk reduction “Modern cybersecurity isn't about fixing every flaw, it's about safeguarding business continuity before threats materialise," said Greg Goetz, VP, Global Strategic Partners, Tenable. "By combining Tenable's exposure intelligence with Atos's global security expertise, our teams combine to deliver a CTEM approach that turns overwhelming risk into clear, prioritised protection for Atos customers.” To learn more, download the CTEM whitepaper or meet with experts from Tenable and Atos during it-sa, in Nuremberg October 27–29, Hall 7, Booth 7-248, to learn more.

B&B Theatres brought their video surveillance under a single platform with OpenEye Web Services (OWS), helping them to more easily manage their security systems across locations. Learn more about how B&B Theatres were able to improve their ROI with a flexible, scalable cloud video solution. With a rich history spanning a century, B&B Theatres is now the fifth largest theatre chain in North America, and the largest privately held operator of cinemas. As B&B Theatres rapidly expanded over the past decade, they inherited many disparate and legacy video security systems, creating a need for an improved video security platform. Improved video security platform B&B Theatres partnered with OpenEye to utilise powerful cloud-managed video surveillance, with benefits including: Open Ecosystem: The OWS open ecosystem enables B&B Theatres to integrate their existing cameras and security solutions into OWS. Cybersecurity: OpenEye’s video security platform utilises cybersecurity best practices for a more secure video platform. Health Monitoring: Automated health monitoring keeps B&B theatres ahead of any pending hardware or system issues. Through working with OpenEye, B&B Theatres is now able to manage their security equipment across multiple locations under a single, convenient platform for improved safety and enhanced operations.

In a move to modernise campus operations and create a smoother experience for students and staff, Peru’s National Agrarian University has deployed a comprehensive Hikvision smart campus solution. From streamlined access to safer transportation, the university is building a safer, connected and efficient campus environment. Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina (National Agrarian University) is one of Peru's most respected academic institutions. Its 102-hectare campus operates more like a small city than a traditional university, serving eight faculties, around 8,000 students, and about 600 teachers every day. Large campus area As campus activity continued to grow, the university wanted a more modern and efficient way to manage daily operations. Previously, visitor and vehicle access relied heavily on manual checks and handwritten records. The university also wanted better visibility over campus bus operations and more effective support for security teams patrolling the large campus area. Their goals included: Streamlining pedestrian and vehicle access Equipping patrol teams with mobile tools to enable them to respond to incidents faster Enhancing safety and visibility across campus bus operations Centralising management through a single unified platform Smart campus solution To achieve these, the university worked with system integrator Consorcio Valtar Security y Serinfortel to deploy a unified Hikvision smart campus solution. To improve pedestrian access, the university installed 18 Hikvision Pro Swing Barriers (DS-K3B530X) and 28 Face Recognition Terminals (DS-K5671-ZV) at the main and side entrances. The solution helps students and staff move through gates quickly while improving entry management. The facial recognition terminals support recognition speeds of less than 0.2 seconds per user and accuracy rates above 99%. Anti-tailgating functions, which prevent people slipping in behind others, helps ensure only authorised individuals can enter. LED indicators, meanwhile, provide visual indicators guide people through the turnstiles in order to avoid bottlenecks. Reducing manual paperwork To further streamline visitor handling, the university deployed a Visitor Terminal (DS-K5032-D) together with an Enrolment Station (DS-K1F600U-D6E-F) at the main entrance. The dual-screen visitor terminal supports paperless registration, helping security staff process guests more efficiently while reducing manual paperwork. At the same time, the enrolment station simplifies face enrolment and user management through an easy-to-use touch-screen interface. For vehicle access, Hikvision deployed 6 ANPR Cameras (DS-TCG406-E(S)) together with 6 Barrier Gates (DS-TMG520-H/B) at two campus entrances. The system automatically recognises license plates and manages vehicle access in real time, helping reduce waiting times and improve traffic flow. Staff vehicles can be pre-registered through the university’s app, allowing smoother entry during peak hours. Adjustable barrier speeds and multiple anti-hitting protection mechanisms also help improve operational safety. To further improve the driver experience, LED Screens (DS-TVL224-4-5Y) display welcome messages and vehicle information in real time. Maintaining daily operations Because of the campus’s large size, motorcycle patrol teams play an important role in maintaining daily operations and responding quickly across different areas. To support these teams, the university has deployed 10 Hikvision Ultra Series Body Cameras (DS-MH2311) together with 2 Dock Stations (DS-MDS001). Several features make this solution particularly suitable for mobile patrol work: Clear 2 MP video recording with a wide 129° horizontal field of view Up to 8 hours of recording with a removable 3,300 mAh battery Wireless connectivity for improved communication Real-time positioning support through GPS Centralised charging, storage, and evidence upload through dock stations Professional campus operations The cameras are mainly used during routine motorcycle patrols and when responding to incidents on campus. Recorded footage helps clearly document security procedures and provides reliable records of how situations were handled, supporting transparent and professional campus operations. The university has also upgraded safety across its fleet of 11 campus buses with Hikvision onboard solutions. Each bus is equipped with: Mobile Dome Cameras (DS-2XM6726G1-IM/ND) and Mobile Network Cameras (DS-2XM6522G1-ID): These provide real-time HD video coverage inside and outside the buses, helping operators monitor passenger boarding, alighting, and road conditions clearly. DSM Camera (AE-VC1B1I-ISF(RJ45)): This improves driving safety by detecting critical safety indicators such as fatigue, distractions, and smoking. When potential risks are identified, alerts are immediately issued to the driver, helping encourage safer driving practices during daily routes. Touch Monitor (AE-MW1203): Drivers can view live camera feeds through the monitor. The display automatically switches to relevant views when doors open or when reversing, helping drivers monitor passenger movement and blind spots more effectively. Alarm Button (DS-1530HMI(AE)(O-NEU)): It allows drivers to immediately notify the control center for rapid assistance in emergency situations. Mobile NVR (AE-MN5043(1T/SSD)(RJ45)(O-STD)): This records and stores video while also supporting GPS positioning, geofencing, and route monitoring through Google Maps integration. Campus bus management Every solution, from access control and patrol operations to campus bus management, is centrally managed through HikCentral Professional. From this single platform, the university can: Monitor access events in real time Manage user permissions and visitor records Track campus buses through GIS-based maps Receive centralised alarms and event notifications Coordinate faster responses across campus Daily campus operations According to the university, the solution has significantly improved operational visibility and coordination across the campus. “With Hikvision’s smart campus solution, we now have a much more efficient and connected way to manage daily campus operations,” says Joseph Jimy Ordóñez Blanco, General Coordinator of the University’s Security Unit. “From access management to transportation safety, the platform gives our teams better visibility, faster response capabilities, and greater confidence in maintaining a safe environment for students and staff.”

Salisbury Poultry Limited is a pioneering UK poultry processing company with a strong reputation for quality and efficiency. Established over 30 years ago, the company operates a state-of-the-art facility, supplying fresh and frozen poultry products to major retailers, wholesalers, and the food service industry. With a commitment to innovation and high standards, Salisbury Poultry continues to invest in advanced processing technology, ensuring excellent product quality and compliance with the highest food safety and welfare regulations The Challenge - Salisbury Poultry faced challenges in accurately tracking employee attendance across multiple shifts, leading to inefficiencies in workforce management and payroll processing. Manual processes made it difficult to monitor lateness, manage overtime, and ensure compliance with working time regulations. They needed a reliable, automated time and attendance solution to improve accuracy, streamline operations, and enhance overall workforce efficiency. Overall workforce efficiency The solution - Salisbury Poultry needed a robust, efficient, and GDPR-compliant time and attendance solution to manage their workforce of over 1000 employees. Their key requirements included accurate time tracking, a streamlined authorisation process for overtime, and a comprehensive leave management feature to monitor holiday entitlement and identify sickness patterns effectively. timeware® Professional was the ideal choice due to its advanced functionality, reliability, customisation capabilities and the ability to integrate seamlessly with Salisbury’s existing workforce management processes. The software ensures that all attendance data is processed quickly and accurately, minimising disruptions and enhancing operational efficiency. Additionally, timeware® provides the necessary GDPR features, ensuring data security and compliance with strict regulations. For attendance points, we recommended Suprema’s BioStation 3 face authentication device. With over 1000 employees clocking in and out daily, speed and accuracy were crucial. Improved workforce management The BioStation 3 offers fast, contactless face recognition, eliminating bottlenecks at shift changes and ensuring a seamless experience for staff. Enrolment is simple, fast, and efficient, allowing new employees to be registered quickly without delays. Suprema’s hardware is fully GDPR-compliant, providing Salisbury Poultry with the reassurance that all data is encrypted and secure. This ensures both the protection of personal information and the integrity of Salisbury’s security infrastructure, making the BioStation 3 the perfect solution for their needs. KEY BENEFITS Since adopting the timeware® solution with Suprema BioStation 3, Salisbury Poultry has significantly improved workforce management. Sensitive workforce data Accurate time tracking has streamlined payroll processing, eliminating errors and reducing the administrative workload. The leave management feature now efficiently tracks holiday entitlement and identifies sickness patterns, ensuring better resource planning. Suprema’s fast and secure face authentication has improved clocking-in efficiency, reducing queues and preventing attendance fraud. The automated overtime authorisation process ensures compliance and enhances productivity. With GDPR-compliant security features, Salisbury Poultry now has a reliable, efficient system that supports over 1000 employees while safeguarding sensitive workforce data.

Based in New York City, NY, Flushing Bank operates 30 branches and has been a staple in their community for nearly 100 years. With a heart for their customers, Flushing Bank needed a solution that could help protect their customers, employees, and assets. Hoping to streamline investigations when incidents occurred, Flushing Bank wanted a system that could optimise video retrieval and sharing. Improving response time By working with OpenEye, this financial institution utilises an intelligent cloud-managed video platform that improves their ability to gather evidence and share it with law enforcement or other necessary parties, with benefits including: Remote Access: OpenEye Web Services (OWS) enables Flushing Bank to remotely access security video from wherever they are on any device. Clip Sharing: Thanks to the cloud, Flushing Bank can streamline investigations by utilising clip sharing in OWS to easily export and share video. Video Verification: Flushing Bank receives video verification during critical incidents or suspicious activity to improve response time while simultaneously reducing false alarms. With OWS, the bank has been able to focus on what matters most while staying vigilant and improving collaboration with police.