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PSIM transition to Converged Security and Information Management (CSIM)

(see bigger image) The very nature of true enterprise PSIM software is that it has the capability to connect to other systems and subsystems In this article, James I. Chong, CEO & Founder of Vidsys, sheds light on true PSIM (Physical Security Information Management). He mentions how Vidsys is continually innovating and accelerating its roadmap for PSIM toward Converged Security and Information Management or CSIM. Citing various analysts’ projection, James s...

Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) - the death of an acronym?

Time flies, and I’m sure it’s been 10 or 15 years since the term PSIM (meaning physical security information management) came into favour in our market. It was a variation on the term SIM (security information management), which in the realm of information security refers to a collection of data into a central repository for trend analysis. The idea was to apply the same concept to physical security equipment in the form of an over-arching software system that takes information from...

Vidsys provides security software platform for USA Pavilion at Expo Milano 2015

Vidsys PSIM was a natural partner to provide security solutions for the USA Pavilion Vidsys has been selected to provide the security software platform for the USA Pavilion at this year’s world’s fair, Expo Milano 2015. With the theme “American Food 2.0: United to Feed the Planet,” the USA Pavilion programming will highlight innovation on a wide range of topics, including food security, sustainability and mobility. With its culture of continuous improve...

Vidsys converges cyber and physical security in its next-gen web-enabled software platform

Vidsys, a top global provider of enterprise Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced recently the next stage of evolution of its award winning, web-enabled software platform, to include the convergence of physical and cyber security along with information management solutions. “Our intelligent, browser-based software can turn massive amounts of data into meaningful and actionable information that can be used to deliver holistic risk management for organisations...

VidSys’s founder and chief technology officer James I. Chong named as new chief executive officer

Chong’s focus will be expanding the current VidSys capabilities to meet the growing market demand for its PSIM software VidSys, a leading global provider of enterprise Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced recently that the Board of Directors has named company Founder and Chief Technology Officer James I. Chong as the new Chief Executive Officer.   “With a unique combination of technology expertise, product strategy, and business...

VidSys participates in IFSEC Arabia 2014

VidSys entered the Middle East market in 2010 and recently opened a regional headquarters in Dubai VidSys, a leading global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is participating in IFSEC Arabia, taking place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center this week. Phil Stockham, Director of Operations EMEA said, “VidSys is leading the way in terms of PSIM deployments in Saudi Arabia with references in Corporate, Governme...

VidSys to demonstrate latest award winning software at ASIS International 2014 in Atlanta

VidSys’ National Language Support software can be easily adapted to various languages without code changes VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that it will demonstrate the latest release of its award winning product at ASIS in Atlanta, September 29 through October 1 in Booth #3565. In 7.7, VidSys debuts National Language Support, meaning the software can be easily adapted to various languages without...

VidSys opens new regional headquarters office in Dubai, UAE

The new office underscores VidSys’ commitment to its substantial existing business and ongoing rapid growth VidSys, a leading global provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced its establishment of a new VidSys regional headquarters office in Dubai, UAE. The office is led by Philip Stockham, VidSys Director for EMEA Operations, and includes a team of senior sales executives, product engineers and program managers. Located in...

S1 Corporation announces strategic alliance with VidSys

S1 is adopting VidSys as its exclusive go-to-market PSIM platform for security integration and critical infrastructure S1 Corporation (“S1”), a global leader in security systems and integration, and VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced a strategic partnership agreement. S1, an affiliate of the top global corporation Samsung Group, is adopting VidSys as its exclusive go-to-market PSIM platform for sec...

HP Autonomy and VidSys announce strategic alliance to develop an advanced PSIM platform

The HP Autonomy and VidSys combined platform is designed to reduce physical security risks and incidents HP Autonomy and VidSys recently announced a strategic alliance to develop an advanced physical security information management (PSIM) platform powered by next generation video surveillance analytics. The solution will improve the effectiveness of security professionals by augmenting VidSys’ industry leading PSIM offering with analytics delivered by HP IDOL’s ad...

VidSys demonstrates its latest version 7.6 PSIM software platform at ISC WEST 2014

The VidSys 7.6 upgrade provides enhanced functionality and an expanded suite of product security tools VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the release of version 7.6 of its software platform. The upgrade provides enhanced functionality, increased operating efficiency and an expanded suite of product security tools and features. New functionality in VidSys 7.6 increases the ease of use for operators and system...

S1 Corporation and VidSys invite ISC West media attendees to a strategic agreement signing ceremony

The strategic agreement signing ceremony will be held at Samsung Hospitality Suite 3rd floor of Palazzo Tower S1 Corporation (“S1”), a global leader in security systems and integration, and VidSys, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, invite members of the media attending ISC West to a strategic agreement signing ceremony and media availability with CEOs. Where: Samsung Hospitality Suite 3rd floor of the Palazzo Tower When...

Vidsys to showcase its next generation PSIM in a security operations environment at Intersec 2014

VidSys Vice President EMEA Darren Chalmers-Stevens will be demonstrating next-generation PSIM from VidSys VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, today announced details of its participation at the Intersec Expo, taking place 19-21 January 2014 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on the Sony stand #SA-316C. Together with Sony, Darren Chalmers-Stevens, Vice President EMEA, VidSys will demonstrate next gene...

VidSys achieves success across Europe and the Middle East with 7.5 PSIM software release

VidSys 7.5 release provides increased flexibility and customisation for security operators VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is realising success across Europe and the Middle East following the 7.5 release of its PSIM software platform. The completion of rapid deployments and new projects wins within the enterprise, government and transportation sectors, including a major port in London, signals the growing interest in VidS...

VidSys shares findings from its fourth annual National Security Survey

Survey findings reveal budget to be the single largest obstacle to the advancement of security organisations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently shared a preview of findings from its fourth-annual National Security Survey.  This year’s survey of senior-level IT and physical security professionals, once again includes responses from a mix of public and private organisations. Survey findings indicate that r...

VidSys’ EMEA Sales Director to discuss ROI of PSIM and Integrated security operations at Transport Security Expo 2013

James will lead a workshop session evaluating how PSIM can reduce costs and improve security for aviation authorities VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at Transport Security Expo 2013, taking place 13-14 November, 2013 in Olympia, London. VidSys’ EMEA Sales Director James Whybrow, will lead a workshop session evaluating how integration technologies such as PSIM can...

VidSys welcomes Ellen Howe as vice president of marketing

Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, and media relations VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the addition of Ellen Howe to its leadership team. Howe brings more than 20 years of experience in homeland and aviation security, strategic communications, media relations, crisis management and social media to her new role as vice president of marketing. “We are de...

VidSys presents SecureTech LLC of Abu Dhabi with Top Integrator Partner Award

VidSys and SecureTech support a joint strategy for improving physical security capabilities in the region VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, awarded SecureTech LLC of Abu Dhabi, UAE the VidSys 2013 Top Integrator Partner Award for the United Arab Emirates. The award was presented by VidSys Chairman and CEO Michael P. Jackson to Mr. Abdulla Al Neaimi, founder and CEO of SecureTech, at the 2013 ASIS International Seminar and E...

Vidsys to display PSIM software 7.5 at ASIS 2013

The VidSys PSIM software 7.5 offers new geocoding functionality VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced the release of version 7.5 of its PSIM software platform. This release provides increased flexibility and customisation for an enriched experience for both administrators and security operators. The updated features – including mapping enhancements, advanced search capabilities and other operational enh...

VidSys announces equity finance from NewSpring Capital

VidSys provides a transformational PSIM software platform used to run operations centres for public sector agencies VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that NewSpring Capital led a $15.65 million equity financing in VidSys.  NewSpring Capital, a Radnor, Pa., family of private equity funds, invested through NewSpring Growth Capital, the firm’s dedicated technology and business services growth equi...

Vidsys announces details of its participation at the 2013 National Sports Safety and Security Conference

Vidsys will be demonstrating its PSIM software with technology partner Barco VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at the 2013 National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition, taking place July 16 – 18 at the Walt Disney World Dolphin in Orlando, FL. This year marks the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security’s (NCS4) fourth annual confer...

VidSys previews its EMEA Security Survey findings at IFSEC International 2013

The survey reveals increasing focus on integration technologies, improved collaboration and information sharing VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software,  is previewing findings from its second annual EMEA Security Survey at IFSEC International 2013.  This year’s survey of senior-level IT and physical security professionals from public sector, corporate enterprise and national government organisations reveals an in...

VidSys to lead Physical Security Information sessions at IFSEC 2013

VidSys will demonstrate its recently released 7.0 PSIM software at IFSEC 2013 VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation in the upcoming security industry event, IFSEC International 2013, taking place May 13 – 16 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK.  During this four-day event, VidSys executives will lead multiple sessions, demo the company’s rece...

VidSys releases the latest version of its PSIM software platform

VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently released the newest version of its PSIM software platform.  Version 7.0 enhances risk management capabilities and ease-of-use, allowing public and private organisations to improve overall response times, accuracy and organisational risk compliance.  The release features heightened 3D visualisation, advanced mobile application capabilities and detailed situation reports including video snap...

VidSys PSIM software helps City of Houston manage security threats and safety issues

The VidSys PSIM software integrated the City’s existing security devices throughout the downtown area VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced that the City of Houston used its PSIM software to manage potential security threats and safety issues associated with this year’s NBA All-Star Weekend events in Houston.  Using the VidSys software, the City’s public safety personnel were able to fu...

VidSys demonstrates its PSIM software at ASIS Middle East 2013

James Whybrow, Director of VidSys will detail how PSIM software can address the security needs VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at ASIS Middle East 2013, taking place February 17-19 in Dubai.  Who: James Whybrow, director, EMEA, VidSys  What: Senior security industry decision makers from across the Middle East will have the opportunity to experience a hands-on Vid...

VidSys to demonstrate PSIM software at Intersec 2013 in Dubai

Participants to learn how PSIM integrates data from disparate security systems and devices VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recenty announced details of its participation at Intersec 2013, taking place January 15-17, 2013 in Dubai. Who:  Darren Chalmers-Stevens, vice president, EMEA, VidSys What:  At the upcoming event, senior security and safety industry decision makers from across the Middle East will have th...

VidSys to unveil latest prediction for the PSIM industry in complementary webinar

VidSys’ James Chong to provide predictions that will offer critical insights  VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced it will host a complementary webinar unveiling its latest predictions and revelations for the PSIM industry. Who:  James Chong, VidSys founder, CTO and SVP of strategic innovation Why:  From corporate and airport security breaches and the London Olympics to Presidential el...

VidSys announces participation at IFSEC & OSHA Arabia 2012 in Saudi Arabia

VidSys to showcase latest advancements in its PSIM software and hands-on PSIM software demonstration VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, recently announced details of its participation at IFSEC & OSH Arabia 2012, taking place December 9-11, 2012 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. At IFSEC & OSH Arabia – one of the largest security, fire and safety events for the region attracting more than 2,500 professionals &...

VidSys ranked one of North America’s fastest growing companies on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500

VidSys, a leading provider of PSIM software, experienced notable growth from 2007 to 2011 VidSys, a leading provider of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, announced it was again named one of North America’s fastest growing companies on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. Buoyed by a growing demand for a...

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