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New Software Upgrade for Access Control Software AccessNsite

American Direct Procurement, Inc. announced today the release of software enhancements to their next generation access control software, AccessNsite®.

FLIR Launches Second Generation FLIR Meridian Network Video Recorder

Latest all-in-one NVR offers advanced embedded enterprise video management features for small and medium business users.

Online Exclusive: Building Security Management: Is the Cloud a Viable Option?

Online Exclusive: Building Security Management: Is the Cloud a Viable Option?

Now, the understanding of cloud technology and its value are clear, but safety often comes into question for security professionals.



How Safe is Your Campus?

Effective campus security consists of more than just a budget line-item and the proverbial “knocking on wood” in today’s day and age.

The Building Blocks

Educational institutions face an increasing risk environment. Recent high-profile incidents emphasize these risks and magnify the vulnerabilities that educational facilities face. This has led to an increase in public demand for improved security solutions across campuses. K-12 schools, early-learning institutions, and higher education alike strive to meet the safety expectation of all stakeholders.

Holiday Precautions

With the holidays upon us, there is no better time to start implementing these safety measures.

Plan of Action

As concerns for campus safety rapidly rise within higher education communities, it is important to implement a proactive plan as the first step to acknowledging your security needs. By preparing a communications system and plan of action prior to an incident, the effectiveness and response of your team can be better executed. By incorporating emergency communication products, a campus can ready itself by providing prominent crime deterrents, self-help options and a wide range of surveillance.

Extraordinary Protection

Following several high-profile incidents alleging abuse special needs students (including some non-communicative students), and the activism of a number of parent groups in the State of Texas, Governor Greg Abbott signed Texas Senate Bill 507, requiring districts to install audio and video surveillance equipment into select special education classrooms when requested.

IPVideo Corporation Announces Carey Lefebvre as Its Western Regional Channel Manager

New York-based manufacturer of IP-based surveillance and command center solutions expands and hires new Western Regional Channel Manager

RapidRun Optical Modular Cabling System Eases the 4K/UHD Transition for the Residential Market

Middle Atlantic Products announced today that C2G's powerful commercial solutions are now available exclusively to residential integrator partners along with Middle Atlantic robust roster of power and AV system foundational products

Tech Giants Create Database for Terrorist Content

Tech Giants Create Database for Terrorist Content

Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Microsoft are collaborating to crackdown on terrorist content on their platforms.

Orion Entrance Control, Inc., To Take Center Stage at Popular New Hampshire High Tech Forum Dec. 7

Orion Entrance Control, Inc. will share its company story, opportunities, and challenges with a group of hand-selected experts and a live audience to gain valuable feedback and advice.

Man Motivated by Fake News Story Brings Rifle to Washington Pizzeria

Man Motivated by Fake News Story Brings Rifle to Washington Pizzeria

No one was hurt in the incident.

'Tis the Season to be... Alert

With the holidays upon us, there is no better time to start implementing these safety measures.

Edge360 Deploys Global Situational Awareness Platform for the Department of State

Security Experts to Lead the Development and Integration of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) System in Support of State Department’s Worldwide Upgrade

Jacksonville Bank Robber in Custody after Taking Hostages

Jacksonville Bank Robber in Custody after Taking Hostages

SWAT teams were able to break into the bank to rescue hostages and arrest the suspect.

Facebook Isn

Online Exclusive: Facebook Isn't Safe!

Close the door on Locky ransomware infection via Facebook

Former ASG Security President and CEO Joe Nuccio joins ADT as Senior Vice President, Business Development

Nuccio joins ADT from ASG Security, where he served as President and CEO.

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