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AMAG Technology introduces new capabilities in Symmetry GUEST to improve visitor experience

Symmetry GUEST integrates with Symmetry CONNECT and Symmetry Access Control System to provide an optimal security solution AMAG Technology’s Symmetry GUEST visitor management system, a web-based software platform that improves and streamlines the visitor experience while enforcing security policies, now includes several new enhancements to help companies meet compliance, save money, and create an exceptional visitor experience. Symmetry GUEST operates on most tablets, sm...

Physical security systems enable compliance to HIPAA and other privacy laws

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) in the United States fosters health insurance coverage for workers and their families, and requires national standards for electronic health care transactions.   The law’s privacy provisions include protection of information related to any individual’s health status, provision of health care, or payment for health care. There are also additional health privacy laws specific to California. Inter...

AMAG adds unified security capabilities to Symmetry access control software

AMAG's Symmetry Advanced Reporting searches security data to identify anomalies for further investigation, compliance reporting and analysis AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, announces the release of two new software features that improve the functionality and reporting capabilities in Symmetry™ v8.1 access control software. &l...

FLIR joins AMAG Technology Symmetry Preferred Partner Program

As a certified partner, FLIR’s Latitude VMS integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System AMAG Technology, the security solution manufacturer specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based identity solutions and visitor management, welcomes FLIR as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Program. As a certified partner, FLIR’s Latitude Video Management System integrates with AMA...

Access control technologies manage emergency hospital lockdowns

Part 6 of our Security in Healthcare series Lockdown capabilities are an important aspect of safety and security for hospitals, doctor’s offices and medical facilities Hospitals and healthcare institutions increasingly face a reality of workplace violence, attacks on patients, and threats to doctors and other support staff. When these types of conflicts arise, there is an urgent need to lock the facility down quickly. Security professionals and their teams need...

Healthcare security systems: Funding remains biggest obstacle to installation

Part 5 of our Security in Healthcare series It’s difficult for hospital security directors to provide a quantified ROI in an updated security system Several forces are working in favour of greater adoption of hospital security and video surveillance technologies in the healthcare market. “Healthcare facilities and campuses are growing at a rapid rate to accommodate an aging population and the research and development of pharmacology and many different type...

Technology streamlines and improves visitor management at healthcare facilities

Part 4 of our Security in Healthcare series    Secure visitor management integrated with physical access control systems (PACS) is increasingly popular Controlling visitors to hospitals and healthcare facilities can directly impact security. Traditional methods of visitor management, such as paper visitor logs and handwritten badges are insufficient given today’s variety of security challenges. A hospital using paper-based systems cannot easily cross-c...

Challenges and opportunities in analogue-to-IP video system transition in healthcare facilities

 Part 2 of our Security in Healthcare series The future is digital, and analogue systems are a thing of the past – or are they? The fact is, in the healthcare vertical at least, we may still have a way to go before the full potential of IP-based systems is realised. Obstacles include a lack of funding and the challenge of sharing IP bandwidth with other healthcare technologies. Bandwidth competition While many hospitals have invested significantly in IP syst...

AMAG Symmetry Access Control System manages Dominion Resources’ physical access control requirements

Dominion chose AMAG’s Symmetry access control system as it would help them meet NERC CIP requirements Dominion Resources selected AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Access Control System to secure its offices, plant and operations facilities in Virginia and several other states. AMAG Technology is a security solution provider specialising in access control, intrusion detection, video management, policy-based platform solutions and visitor management. Meeting NERC CIP requ...

Stone Lock Global joins AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme

The integrated access control solution enhances security in the most unobtrusive way AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is pleased to welcome Stone Lock Global as a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry Preferred Partner Programme.  As a certified partner, Stone Lock Global’s Facial Recognition device integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System.&nbs...

Suprema to globally provide and support BioConnect Identity Platform

The BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with the majority of leading access control systems BioConnect and Suprema have announced Suprema's launch of the BioConnect Identity Platform. Developed by BioConnect, Suprema's long-standing strategic partner in North America, the BioConnect Identity Platform provides an integration of Suprema's biometric solutions with majority of the leading access control systems in the global secur...

2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners announced

JR Andrews accepted the Superstar award for Altronix from Bill Bozeman, President & CEO of PSA Security Network PSA Security Network, the world’s largest electronic security cooperative, has announced the 2016 PSA Security Network Vendor Award and Customer Service Award Winners. The Vendor Award winners were selected by PSA owner companies based on rankings for pricing, shipping, support, lead generation, returns and product performance. PSA’s custom...

March Networks integrates Command Enterprise video management solution with AMAG Symmetry access control system

March Networks® and AMAG Technology are pleased to announce the certified integration of the March Networks Command™ Enterprise video management solution with AMAG’s Symmetry™ Access Control system. The integration provides organisations with a single, unified IP video surveillance and access control solution that enables better situational awareness, improved risk mitigation and more efficient security system management. March Networks surveillance in Symmetry Virtual Mat...

Quantum Secure re-certifies SAFE v4.9 with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry v8.0.2 access control software and future versions

Quantum Secure, a leading provider of enterprise-grade physical identity and access management (PIAM) solutions, has re-certified their SAFE Software version 4.9 with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry v8.0.2 Access Control Software and future v8.x versions. The integration allows for cardholder synchronisation between SAFE Software and Symmetry software.   Seamless integration between SAFE and Symmetry “Quantum Secure’s continued ability to create advanced technology solutions...

How successful was ISC West 2016 for security industry exhibitors and visitors?

The security market in the United States has been in a collective state of exhilaration since ISC West. The (possibly) unprecedented success of the big trade show has left us all feeling optimistic about the year ahead. Members of our Expert Panel Roundtable are joining the chorus of compliments for the show as they answer this week’s question: How successful was ISC West 2016? Did it meet your expectations?

New access control technologies offer flexible locking solutions for enterprise security

End users are looking to expand access control beyond its traditional role securing perimeter doors. Innovations such as wireless locks, wi-fi, power-over Ethernet (PoE) and panel-less IP architectures are yielding more flexible solutions for a larger range of locking needs both inside and at the perimeter of an enterprise. Donna Chapman, an ASSA ABLOY Integrated Solutions Specialist, notes that new technologies are increasing how many openings are secured in a building from the current 5 to 15...

AMAG focuses on "operationalising" security technology and good customer outcomes to re-invent themselves beyond access control

It seems every company is seeking to re-invent itself in our changing market. A case in point is AMAG, which has long been associated with access control. Today, AMAG’s proposition to the market is much broader than that, now also encompassing Symmetry CONNECT, a policy-based platform providing safety, security and risk management capabilities enabling organisations to manage their enterprise security functions. This spring, AMAG is introducing Symmetry GUEST, a new identity management sys...

Morse Watchmans key management solutions upgrades to be demonstrated at ISC West 2016

Morse Watchmans’ ISC West exhibit demonstrates how its advanced key management systems create an integrated state-of-the-art security system Product enhancements that add convenience and network security, and an expanded list of integrations and connectivity with leading access control solutions are just some of the innovations featured by Morse Watchmans this week at ISC West. Also on display is a new video that captures the essence of the industry-leading key managemen...

Altronix showcases latest Trove access and power integration enclosures at ISC West 2016

New additions include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories Altronix, the recognised leader in power and transmission solutions for the professional security industry, is showcasing new additions to its popular line of Trove™ access and power integration enclosures at ISC West 2016. Additions to the Trove offering include backplanes for AMAG, CDVI, KABA/KeyScan and Software House access controllers and accessories,...

ISC West 2016: Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch electronic key cabinet features new security upgrades

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher Touch features security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements Morse Watchmans is introducing enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more secure and more useful for today’s business needs. New features being presented at ISC West include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback. Better cyber security and con...

PSA Security Network announces sponsors for its PSA TEC 2016 annual security conference in Westminster

Attendees will tap into industry trends including security robotics & cybersecurity as well as see what’s new from exhibitors PSA Security Network the world’s largest electronic security cooperative today announced the roster of sponsors for PSA TEC 2106 to be held in Westminster, CO on May 9-12, 2016. For 2016, TEC goes “Beyond the Edge,” offering educational programmes focused on industry trends and polishing attendees’ business acumen with...

ZKAccess proves power of technology partnerships with numerous biometric integration offerings

ZKAccess teamed up with Lenel, AMAG, RS2, and Schneider-Electric to provide advanced integrated biometric solutions Technology partnerships and product integration are quickly reshaping the scope of security solutions in the marketplace. ZKAccess, a leading provider of biometric and RFID security solutions, is forging numerous integration offerings and proving how powerful meaningful technology partnerships can be. ZKAccess has teamed up with several industry leaders, includi...

AMAG Technology unveils Symmetry v8.1 access control software platform

AMAG Technology has released Symmetry™ V8.1 Access Control software. Symmetry V8.1 is available in all product editions:  Symmetry Business, Professional, Enterprise, Homeland and Global.  Symmetry products give customers a comprehensive end-to-end software platform so users can manage all their security needs while reducing risk and meeting industry compliance. Full integration with VMS “The Symmetry V8.1 upgrade delivers many access control, intrusion and video enhancem...

ISC West 2016 to centre around big data, IoT, social media, and integration

ISC West is on the immediate horizon, and I asked several industry players what they expect new and different at the industry’s big show. The answers included buzz-worthy topics from Big Data to the Internet of Things, but also mention of a perennial industry theme – integration. Video embracing social media? Tom Chamard, Executive Vice President of Sales, Salient Systems, expects social media to emerge as a larger topic of interest at ISC West, especially considering how social...

ISC West 2016: AMAG’s new Symmetry GUEST web-based visitor management system for improved customer service

Symmetry GUEST enhances visitor experience while helping organisations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs AMAG Technology has released Symmetry™ GUEST, a new web-based visitor management system that speeds the flow of visitors while improving customer service. Symmetry GUEST enhances a visitor’s experience while helping organisations enforce security policies, meet compliance and reduce costs. Demonstrations of the software will be availabl...

AMAG appoints Justin Wilmas as Director of Sales for Eastern North America

Justin will be responsible for management and leadership of all sales activities in Eastern North America AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, has hired Justin Wilmas as its Director of Sales, East Region. This newly created position will provide additional support and exceptional customer service to Symmetry resellers, consultants and end users, and Justin will be responsible for the management...

Jim Cisneros appointed as AMAG Technology's Vice President, Technical Services

Jim will work out of the Torrance, California office, and will report to COO, Howard Johnson AMAG Technology is proud to welcome Jim Cisneros as Vice President, Technical Services.  Jim will oversee all aspects of the Technical Services team globally, including Technical Support, Professional Services and Education/Training. He will work out of the Torrance, California office, and will report to Chief Operating Officer, Howard Johnson. Background in IT services “I...

AMAG Technology promotes Ryan Kaltenbaugh to Vice President, Government Solutions

Ryan will continue to manage the McLean, Virginia office and lead his team in supporting federal customers AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, announces the promotion of Ryan Kaltenbaugh to Vice President, Government Solutions, leading the federal government market globally. Ryan will continue to manage the McLean, Virginia office and lead his team in supporting federal customers.  Achiev...

SMI Mobile Verification System integrates with AMAG Symmetry V8 access control system

AMAG Technology, an integrated security provider of access control, video management and identity management solutions, is proud to announce that SMI is a certified member of AMAG’s Symmetry™ Preferred Partner Programme.  As a certified partner, SMI’s Mobile Verification System integrates with AMAG’s latest Symmetry V8 Access Control System.   AMAG Technology and SMI cooperatively tested and certified this integration. Extending access control beyond physi...

Morse Watchmans KeyWatcher® Touch Key Management System integrates with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry V8.0.2 Access Control System

Morse Watchmans announces that its KeyWatcher® Touch Key Management System is now integrated with AMAG Technology’s Symmetry V8.0.2 Access Control System. The AMAG Symmetry Integration Module allows users to provide access to KeyWatcher Touch assets to card holders from within the Symmetry system. Both Morse Watchmans and AMAG Technology cooperatively tested and certified the integration. Morse Watchmans now certified member of AMAG Technology's Symmetry Preferred Partner Program &ld...

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