Access control applications

One of India’s largest broking firms, invested in Matrix Telecom Solutions to transition from wired communication to VoIP communication

The brokerage firm stands as one of the largest in India, providing a range of investment services including online and offline trading, mutual funds transactions, demat accounts, portfolio management services, insurance, fixed deposits, and loans. The firm is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange. It is also registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as a Merchant Banker. Challenges The Brokerage firm was initially using telecommunicat...

Yorkdale Shopping Centre enhances luxury shopping experience with Genetec Security Centre

Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced that the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto, Canada, has unified its security operations based on Genetec™ Security Centre,  Sipelia™, AutoVu™,  and Mission Control™. With the Genetec platform, the security team at Yorkdale has been able to enhance operational efficiency, better collaborate with local police, and take a more proact...

Gallagher Security secures the world’s largest office building in Surat, India

Gallagher Security is proud to be securing the world’s largest commercial office building as India’s Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) officially opens its doors this week. Described as a ‘one-stop’ destination for over 65,000 diamond professionals, the newly opened SDB is a 15-storey complex, spread across more than 35 acres, and comprising over 7.1 million square feet of floor space. SDB is the world’s largest single complex, consisting of nine towers and containing an...

India’s largest eyewear chain secures 1500+ retail outlets with Matrix IP cameras and NVRs

Required a reliable Indian brand that could provide pre and post-sales support throughout India. Matrix’s competitor brands had failed to provide tech support in some remote locations in India Need for effective monitoring in critical areas of the store: Entrances, Exits, Aisles, Cash Counters, and Inventory Need for a solution that provided valuable video evidence for dispute resolution and liability claims Required efficient monitoring at night to mitigate the risk of thefts Solu...

Pioneering watch and jewellery retailer adopts IDIS video analytics to drive growth and profitability

An IDIS end-to-end retail branch network solution has been adopted across all of Konyalı Saat’s 40 store locations in Türkiye as well as at the pioneering retailer’s warehouse and workshop where high-value watches are repaired, serviced, and calibrated. Konyalı Saat is one of Türkiye’s pioneering independent retail chains in the luxury watches and jewellery sector, with 40 stores selling a wide selection of top brand Swiss-made timepieces, silver and gold acces...

Revitalising heritage: St Mary and St Ethelburga Church unveils elegant boundary upgrade

St Mary and St Ethelburga Church, a cherished Catholic establishment in Barking, has recently completed a transformative project to enhance its visual appeal and security measures. For more than a century and a half, this parish, home to two churches, has remained a steadfast pillar of faith and community within Barking and Ilford. Evolving needs of its congregation In 1869, the original church, an architectural marvel designed by E.W. Pugin, graced the landscape with its iconic wooden spired...

Bosch Building Technologies: AI-based video solution for greater transparency and security when monitoring shipping traffic

At Scheveningen Harbour in the coastal city of The Hague in the Netherlands, an AI-based video security system from Bosch Building Technologies is now ensuring that every single ship or boat entering or leaving the harbour is logged. The customised solution developed by Bosch together with its partner BrainCreators automatically registers and classifies shipping traffic. Intelligent security solution Until now, employees at the port control centre had to keep an eye on shipping traffic around...

Local Italian police department reduces park crime by 80% with AI-enabled i-PRO cameras

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, announced that the Gardone Val Trompia Police Department in Lombardy, Italy, has chosen i-PRO multi-sensor security cameras with advanced, AI-based analytics to help keep a popular community park safe for city residents and visitors. Mella Park, a green space located in Gardone, a city of 11,200, is a vibrant meeting place for residents of Gardone and nearby communities. Like many public spaces, Me...

Pennsylvania’s Germantown Academy adopts ZeroEyes’ AI Gun Detection and intelligent situational awareness platform

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Germantown Academy (GA) in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania to protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related violence. Founded in 1759, GA is the country’s oldest non-sectarian day school. Multilayered ra...

Protecting a manufacturing site with Incedo™ access control solution

To ensure smooth and secure access control at commercial or manufacturing sites, it's crucial to have a reliable, secure, and convenient solution. The software and hardware should be easy to control through a unified interface, and adaptable to the organisation’s changes over time.  Access management system Resstende, an Italian sun protection manufacturer known for roller-shutter systems, needed such a solution. With over 60 employees and a yearly turnover of €12.4m, the...

IDEMIA to supply seamless passenger flow facilitation solution at Airports Company South Africa (ACSA)

IDEMIA has been selected by ACSA to implement its solution in South Africa’s three main international airports: OR Tambo, Cape Town, and King Shaka including the border clearance process using the latest e-Gates technologies. Interconnected with all the major airlines in the world, South Africa is a key country when it comes to air transportation in Africa. ID2Travel The four-year project started in October 2023 and will be deployed in three phases. As soon as 2026, nine South African a...

SwiftConnect integration with Software House C•CURE 9000 access control extends employee badge in Apple wallet to more customers

SwiftConnect, a pioneering provider of connected access enablement, is powering easy, secure, and private access using an iPhone and Apple Watch with the Johnson Controls Software House C•CURE 9000 access control system. The SwiftConnect AccessCloud platform integration with the Software House C•CURE 9000 access control system makes it possible for Software House C•CURE 9000 customers to take advantage of the employee badge in Apple Wallet for physical access. Deployments of emp...

HID wins contract to provide Finland with new driver’s licence and European 2nd gen smart tachograph card solution

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, has been awarded a contract to provide Finland with a new high-security driver’s licence cards and personalisation services solution, incorporating the European second-generation smart Tachograph solution.  This collaboration reflects HID’s commitment to enhancing security and efficiency in Finland's transportation systems. Configurable solution Finland will benefit from a comprehensive, tailor-made, and configurable sol...

IDEMIA provides INTERPOL with an enhanced Multibiometric Identification System (MBIS) to support its 196 member countries

On the occasion of INTERPOL’s 91st General Assembly – and 100th anniversary – the world’s largest international police organisation announces the launch of its enhanced BioHUB, powered by IDEMIA’s newest Multibiometric Identification System (MBIS). Multibiometric Identification System This latest version, MBIS 5, integrates new generation algorithms, which provide a higher matching accuracy rate with a shorter response time and a more user-friendly interface. The...

Bosch upgrades safety and security technology in one of Germany’s largest multi-purpose arenas

From sporting events and shows to parties and concerts, whatever happens at the Rudolf Weber-Arena in Oberhausen, Germany, up to 12,700 spectators can be on hand to cheer on their idols. The venue is extremely popular with spectators and event organisers alike, not only because of the great variety of events on offer but also because of its size and central location in the Ruhr area.  Bosch upgrade To ensure that event-goers continue to benefit from the highest standards of safety and se...

St. Benedict’s Catholic Primary School Transforms Perimeter To Reflect School Values

St. Benedict’s Catholic Primary School, an institution deeply rooted in religious values and commitment to a positive learning environment, has recently completed a significant enhancement project aimed at upgrading its perimeter fencing. Situated in Chatham, Kent, and renowned for its dedication to sustainability and fostering a safe atmosphere, the school partnered with Jacksons Fencing, a provider of fencing solutions, to upgrade security and aesthetics. Cohesive aesthetics align...

No more missing keys: Wireless access management saves time and keeps college facilities managers in control

Koning Willem I College in north-east Brabant, Netherlands, offers a broad range of educational and integration programmes. In total, around 18,000 students take 250 courses at its 16 locations. A new location on Onderwijsboulevard in 's-Hertogenbosch was designed to be a model modern educational institution and this included its access control. Need for a modern locking solution The imposing new building has modern rooms that provide opportunities for consultation, collaboration in small and...

Hanwha manages people flow at Vorbasse Market with AI

Vorbasse Market, known as 'Denmark's Biggest Family Tradition', is visited by up to 250,000 people every year. It began in 1730 as a horse and trader market and this continues, with the area hosting up to 500 horses, 650 traders, and more than 200 small animal traders annually. It has also expanded to include a campsite, one of Denmark’s largest traveling fairgrounds, and an entertainment programme that includes DJs and live music.   The challenge at Vorbasse Market The team a...

Xtract One Technologies partners with NWSL’s Kansas City current to secure entrances at new and historic CPKC Stadium

Xtract One Technologies, a pioneering technology-driven threat detection and security solution that prioritises the patron access experience by leveraging AI, announced its SmartGateway System has been selected to protect the new 11,500-capacity CPKC Stadium, as a result of the Company’s partnership with Kansas City Current of the National Women’s Soccer League. Enhanced patron experience CPKC Stadium is being built by construction partners, J.E. Dunn and women-owned Mona...

Traka takes care of key management at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Traka’s intelligent key management system has been installed at Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to achieve its objectives for more efficient security processes to benefit staff on a 24/7 basis. Kingston Hospital Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust cares for more than half a million patients a year, from across Kingston, Richmond, Elmbridge (Surrey), Merton, Wandsworth, and Sutton.  In its most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) review, it was rated as “Outstandin...

Paxton secures one of England’s oldest boarding schools

Christ’s Hospital School has a long history. It first opened its doors to 380 pupils in November 1552, at that time located in Newgate Street, London.   In 2022 the school needed to replace their obsolete security system with a new solution that would be simple to manage while maintaining the security of the site, staff, and pupils.   Requirements  The school has around 900 students, over 95% of which board. With 18 boarding houses on site, all requiring differe...

IDEMIA National Security Solutions demonstrates end-to-end, frictionless biometric access control at Redstone Arsenal

IDEMIA National Security Solutions (NSS), a subsidiary of IDEMIA, the world’s pioneering biometric and identity solutions provider, provided a demonstration of its innovative biometric access control technology, ID2Access, to key U.S. Army and U.S. Department of Defence stakeholders on November 15 at Redstone Arsenal. The system is deployed at Redstone Arsenal, a massive 38,400-acre site Huntsville, Alabama that serves as the primary training and testing centre for the U.S. Army’s m...

Matrix revolutionises attendance management for an Indian power utility giant

The major challenge that this power giant faced was major issues in their existing attendance management solution provided by a competitor. The issues included difficulties in managing shifts, resulting in confusion and errors in shift assignments. Additionally, the face recognition feature of the system experienced delays, pioneering to prolonged response times and potential discrepancies in attendance records. These challenges hindered operational efficiency, impacted employee productivity, a...

Dallmeier Panomera cameras boost security in Jesolo resort

Jesolo is a popular holiday resort on the Italian Adriatic coast. To ensure security for locals and tourists on the busy beach and in public places, Panomera® multifocal sensor cameras from Dallmeier are in use. Five million tourists a year Jesolo is a town of about 26,000 inhabitants and more than five million tourists a year. The large increase in the number of visitors during the summer months requires a great deal of organisation from all parties involved, also regarding the safety and...

ASSA ABLOY’s Code Handle® Door Lock: when digital PINs replace traditional keys, staff in a small business save time

In many small businesses, the task of handing out and tracking keys is laborious and time-consuming. And because mechanical locking requires a keyholder (or keyholders) to be present, staff absences or vacations cause a problem —including unnecessary waiting around for an important door to be opened. A simple, familiar solution is offered when businesses make a simple switch to digital PIN locking. “We had a door with a classic lock and key,” explains Tom Smeets, owner of fami...

Traka achieves a first in key management at Loughborough University

Traka’s intelligent key management systems have been installed at Loughborough University, to achieve its objectives for more efficient processes and controlled access for contractors across the 523-acre single-site campus. Standing as one of the top 20 research-led universities in the country, and the best in the world for sport-related subjects, Loughborough offers top-class facilities with integrated security innovation for the students, staff, and visitors. 25,000 keys operation Alo...

Advanced perimeter security solutions by Jacksons Fencing at Canterbury University

Canterbury Christ Church University, an educational institution with a rich history spanning back to 1962, has recently taken significant steps to enhance security measures on its esteemed campus. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on academic excellence, the university partnered with Jacksons Fencing in 2023 to fortify its facilities. Canterbury Christ Church University Originally established as a teacher training college, Canterbury Christ Church University achieved university...

Heald enhances public safety at Battersea Power Station

A pioneering manufacturer of hostile vehicle mitigation systems, Heald, has installed and secured a number of spaces within the bustling area of Battersea Power Station, Central London. Battersea Power Station is at the heart of one of Central London’s largest and eagerly anticipated new developments.  Challenges Over recent years, the area has become home to a community of homes, shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, offices, and over 19 acres of public space. As vehicle-borne inciden...

GCU selects CyberArk to reduce identity security risk for thousands of staff and students

CyberArk, the identity security company announced that Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) has selected the CyberArk Identity Security Platform to power its mission-critical identity and access management modernisation initiatives and improve security for its more than 27,000 staff and students. Protecting access The top-performing modern university in Scotland, GCU has campuses in the centre of Glasgow and London and is well known for its academic teaching and research programmes, especi...

Brandýs nad Labem-Stará Boleslav is using Hanwha Vision’s road AI and roadwatch to protect its roads

Brandýs nad Labem-Stará Boleslav in Czechia is known as “the city of two cities”, thanks to its history as a pair of towns spread over both banks of the Elbe River; located in the Prague-East District, the two towns were merged in 1960. The city is important economically and culturally, as it features numerous national cultural monuments, the oldest pilgrimage site in Bohemia and Brandýs nad Labem Castle at its centre. As such, it is a popular tourist destinati...