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Insight Enterprises, the global integrator of Insight Intelligent Technology Solutions™ for organisations of all sizes, announces its partnership with Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions. The collaboration will drive digital transformation for cities, providing end-to-end delivery and management of a unified data platform across a city’s departments. Emergency management operations “City infr...

Mitie Security, one of UK’s renowned technology-led security business, has become one amongst the first business in the sector to successfully pilot virtual accredited training modules. Mitie is working in partnership with the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and Highfield Qualifications, the licence awarding body, to provide online access to the training course which is required to become a licensed security guard. Previously, candidates were required to attend on-site courses. However,...

Boon Edam Inc., a provider of security entrances and architectural revolving doors, has appointed Patrick Nora as the new President and Managing Director of the Boon Edam factory organisation (Boon Edam Manufacturing) in Lillington, North Carolina. Patrick will work in tandem with Valerie Anderson, the President and Managing Director of the commercial organisation (Boon Edam Inc.), to fabricate and deliver premium security entrances and architectural revolving doors to customers in the Americas...

Managing dozens or hundreds of expensive mobile assets is a tough job. Fortunately, today's fleet managers have plenty of software and hardware options to make it easier, from sophisticated in vehicle telematics systems to back-end scheduling and logistics software. These tools help fleet managers control costs, reduce risks and improve driver accountability. All of these benefits depend on the ability to correctly identify individual drivers or users and control who has access to vehicles, equ...

A scenario that is globally familiar: A company operates thousands of multifunction printers at various global locations. Employees authenticate themselves at each device via RFID badges to approve print jobs. If a technology change in the employee ID cards is required, all RFID modules must also receive an update. With Elatec's remote management solution, a global software rollout over a network is just a push of a button away. “Elatec comprehensively supports its customers in the implem...

TELUS acquired ADT Canada creating ADT by TELUS and is now using their new capabilities to provide much needed security support to Canada’s small business community. With many small businesses having to close their doors or look for new ways to operate during this time, they need a way to watch and protect their properties and keep important assets safe. The threat of break-ins is all too real. In Montreal, a jewellery store owner is reeling after thieves made off with his two safes durin...

The healthcare IT ecosystem has become increasingly complex over the last decade. Connected medical devices, Electronic Health Records (EHRs), quality measurement systems and other innovations have transformed the way patient care is delivered, how outcomes are measured and monitored, and how patients connect with healthcare providers. But with greater connection and complexity come greater risk and responsibility. Hospitals and other healthcare organisations have to comply with strict rules un...

SecurityTrax, an Alarm.com company, has launched an all-new, customisable cloud-based platform that unites the business operations of security and automation providers, including customer relationship management (CRM) and more.   The completely redesigned interface streamlines workflows, and provides a single, intuitive and user-friendly experience on any device or web browser.   Enhanced APIs let businesses customise the platform to fit their specific operational needs and processes...

Identiv, Inc. has announced that after extensive testing of its Hirsch Physical Access Control System (PACS) CPNI solution, the platform is now approved by the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI), the UK government authority for protective security advice to the country’s national infrastructure. CPNI-approved physical access control platform The CPNI works with partners in government, police, industry, and academia to protect the nation from threats and terrorism...

Across the globe, organisations are preparing to get back up and running in a new normal wherein the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic spread is a persistent threat. AlertEnterprise has announced the launch of the Workforce and Workspace Health & Safety Access Governance and Intelligence software modules to help organisations in automating and proactively enforcing policies for workforce re-entry, workspace social distancing, effective infection response and maintaining business continuity. Workfo...

Rapid aging population, high healthcare costs, and physician shortages are creating an increasing demand for care at home, especially for seniors with long-term health conditions. The GX features a LCD display that shows clock time, temperature, GSM signal strength and sensor faults to keep users fully informed at all times. GX smart care medical alarm is an all-in-one wellness, and personal safety medical alarm solution, bridging medical health monitoring and emergency alarm to keep seniors sa...

Multi-functional wireless smart smoke detector with powerful functions, the SD-29 series is designed to protect one's family against potential fire hazards, and build a more comfortable lifestyle. This series was crafted from the belief that sensor should have multiple functions and abilities, thus a unique feature of SD-29 is the optional built-in PIR motion sensor, temperature sensor, and/or emergency light. With its small and streamlined design, it will be a seamless addition to one's home d...

The DIO-52ZW is a Z-Wave DI/DO module that integrates wired devices into Z-Wave wireless networks to create automated responses and enhance security and convenience. Providing a digital input (DI) and a digital output (DO) that connect to wired devices, the DIO-52ZW serves as a bridge of reliable and fast communication between a security system and wired devices over Z-Wave network. The DIO-52ZW turns the device connected to its DI point into the trigger of events, and its DO point into the res...

HITRUST Assessment XChange (XChange), a wholly-owned subsidiary of HITRUST, is providing healthcare organisations with free access to its third-party risk management (TPRM) solution, including methodologies, technology, and staff augmentation. The decision to provide the TPRM service free of charge was made, after discussions with leaders in the healthcare industry concerning operational challenges, financial impacts, and disruptions being faced by organisations across the healthcare ecosystem...

Based on facial recognition technology, voice recognition technology, Internet communication technology, and the linkage algorithm technology independently developed by DNAKE, the solution realises non-contact intelligent unlocking and access control for the whole process of personnel entering the community to effectively enhance the owner's experience in the smart community, which has a certain anti-epidemic efficacy during the transmission of special viruses. Set up a barrier gate or pedest...

To limit the spread of COVID-19, many governments, municipalities and enterprises world-wide are introducing new health and safety measures to ensure that all entrants to public buildings are screened for above average temperatures. In response to these new measures, Pangea, a global supplier of digital identity and security solutions is announcing the integration of thermal imaging technology as part of its biometric access control and incident management solution. The thermal imaging technolo...

DIO-52 is a DI/DO module that integrates wired devices into wireless networks to create automated responses and enhances security and convenience. With a digital input (DI) and a digital output (DO) connecting to wired devices, DIO-52 serves as a bridge of reliability and fast communication between a security system and wired devices. DIO-52 turns the device connected to its DI point into the trigger of events, and its DO point into the responder of events. Open it, close it, turn it on, turn i...

WTRVS-8/15 is a small and lightweight voice reach talking pendant. Compact and easy-to-use, WTRVS-8/15 is designed to provide complete protection anywhere around the home at any time with the simple touch of a button. WTRVS-8/15 allows immediate post-alarm voice follow up after an emergency call without any delay and effort. With a simple press of a button it can open two-way voice communication channel between the user and the Central Monitoring Station. Additionally, users can talk to the Cen...

Advanced Mobile Lite Series is a 4G/LTE PERS locator that is equipped with Wi-Fi location tracking. Leveraging industry-certified A-GPS and Wi-Fi technology, Mobile Lite has improved location accuracy especially when users are inside the buildings. In addition to both GPS and Wi-Fi positioning technologies, Mobile Lite Series has built-in fall detection (Mobile Lite-R15/R18 only), providing comprehensive care for all seniors. The positional information can be accessed via Climax’s online...

VDP-3 is an AC-powered video door phone that is designed for the user to view and speak with the visitor at the door with a smartphone from anywhere. With a built-in 1080p high resolution camera and night vision technology, this video door phone gives its users a clear and wide view, day and night. VDP-3 also has built-in motion sensor to capture alarm videos when irregular motion or presence has been detected. With its ultra-slim design, small size and multiple colour options, VDP-3 can easily...

SDC-1ZBS is a discreet ultra-thin wireless ZigBee door contact that detects and reports the irregular opening / closing of doors and windows. At only 4 mm thick, SDC-1ZBS can be embedded within door and window frames, making it undetectable and ideal for security application, especially to hide from intruders looking to disarm the user’s security system. This slim and tapered door contact is easy to install and simply disappears within the user’s door and window frames, making their...

Climax’s TSP-3 is a Touchscreen keypad. Featuring a 7” full-colour, high-resolution touchscreen, TSP-3 provides quick and secure access to arm/disarm/home arm the system and an intuitive way to operate the security system. Connected to the control panel via Wi-Fi network, TSP-3 displays an overview of the system with its intuitive graphic user interface. By gaining control over security and home automation sensors in the system, TSP-3 enhances convenience and comfort level of living....

PSA, the consortium of professional systems integrators, announces a new partnership with ConsorcioTec, part of Latin Press, for PSA and USAV. ConsorcioTec is the first pan-regional buyers consortium for local low-voltage integrators specialising in Electronic Security, DataCom Networks, Custom Electronics, Building Automation and Controls, Systems Integrations, and Multimedia Installations. “Our partnership with Latin Press and ConsorcioTec will help PSA and USAV reach more systems integ...

Alcatraz, developer of secure frictionless access control products, has partnered with Intelligent Systems Marketing, Inc. (ISM), to sell and market Alcatraz’s innovative security solutions. Access control solutions ISM is a manufacturer’s representative company covering Northern California, Northern Nevada, and the Rocky Mountain States that specialises in the sale and installation of a variety of security products including comprehensive access control solutions. "We're always e...

Inner Range Ltd. announces appointment of Brad Sheen as the company’s first dedicated NSW/ACT Business Development Manager. Born and bred in New South Wales, Australia, Brad is an avid motorbike rider and brings with him over 10 years of experience in the security industry, out of which seven years have revolved around security manufacturing. Security manufacturing expert With a vast network and having experienced a variety of roles in sales, distribution and technical specialism, Brad...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2020 SIA GovSummit, its annual public policy and government security technology conference, taking place June 1-4. Due to concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, SIA GovSummit will be held as a virtual event in 2020, and for the first time ever, the conference will be entirely free to all attendees from industry and government. Offering additional sessions “SIA GovSummit 2020 will explore how security...

Whether one is a large multi-national retailer or a smaller high-street store, security will be near the top of the list of priorities. In fact, the safety of visitors and staff, coupled with the security of goods, can be vital to any retailer’s success and profitability. CLIQ® technology from provider Mul-T-Lock offers a smart security solution for all types of retail applications, whether it be a chain of supermarkets or a standalone local shop. Managing access permissions Mul-T-L...

SightLogix introduces a breakthrough in outdoor security that analyses detected targets from both thermal and visible sensors simultaneously for high detection accuracy and reduced false alarms. Dual Sensor Analytics (DSA) is a major step forward for making a smart video system into a reliable, 24-hour security solution. Two eyes are always better than one, especially when they can see different things. Thermal video has long been recognised as an excellent human detector because it sees in the...

Inner Range has released the latest firmware for Inception, their award winning web-based security and access control solution. For those who have been living under a rock, Inception is an integrated access control and security alarm system with a design edge that sets it apart from the pack. Its web-based software is built directly into the main system controller, and the Inception system is easy to access using a web browser on a computer, tablet or smartphone. Inception firmware update The...

Axis Communications announces the support for its range of audio products and network speakers in AXIS Companion video management software. The enhancement brings the benefits of audio in security and incident deterrent to the broadest range of customers, with the ease of management familiar to users of AXIS Companion. With the Axis audio support in AXIS Companion software, users will be able to install network speakers by the push of a button to their existing system. Reducing costs of suppor...