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More and more physical security systems are being hosted in the cloud. But are cloud-based security systems “safe?” It’s a question being posed by risk-averse security professionals all over the world, and one for which a clear, concise answer may be difficult to find. We decided to pose it to our Expert Panel.

Salesmen may face pressure to “seal the deal,” but might an overemphasis on the ABCs of selling (“always be closing”) actually work to the detriment of an unsuspecting customer coerced into buying too much (or the wrong) technology to meet his or her needs? Not likely, according to our Expert Panel, who this week address the topic of salesmanship in the security market. We asked: Can an end user trust a security salesman’s advice? Our responses are overwhelmingly in...

Going back to the days when we asked our children to program our VCRs, many of us are challenged by the intricacies of technology. However, a benefit of newer inventions such as smartphones and tablets is that they are easier to use and “intuitive” – whatever that means. Security and video surveillance systems are becoming more complex in lockstep with consumer electronics, so we asked this week’s panellists: How does technology innovation in security systems impact the s...

There’s almost no such thing as a local business anymore. Even the smallest of entrepreneurs find they have immediate access to a global marketplace via the Internet, and larger companies continue to find new ways to maximise their successes throughout the world. We asked our panellists this week to comment on how they see globalisation impacting the physical security market. Their broad-ranging responses emphasis the opportunities and challenges of succeeding the global marketplace.

ECKey (www.ECKey.com), the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced that it has introduced VIZpin LITE, a free version of VIZpin, the popular cloud-based Access Control as a Service (ACaaS) and visitor management service. VIZpin LITE is a single-door version of VIZpin. Any VIZpin-enabled device can be registered at VIZpin.com, letting you send secure, encrypted VIZpin keys to that device from anywhere and to anyone with the VIZpin app.  V...

The U.S. physical security market will be focused on Las Vegas this week and the big ISC West trade show for 2015. But what should attendees expect when they get to Sin City? We asked our panelists for their insights into what will be making “big news” at this year’s show. Fortunately, the suspense is almost over!

Securitech and ECKey recently announced a complete line of VIZpin-enabled, stand-alone electronic door locks Securitech, a leading US-based producer of security door hardware, and ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced a complete line of VIZpin®-enabled, stand-alone electronic door locks. Planned for Q2 of 2015, several of Securitech’s most popular electrically released locks will be available in VIZpi...

If we didn’t have manufacturers, integrators wouldn’t have anything to sell. But what is the role of manufacturing companies when it comes to taking those products to market? Effectively managing the sales channel – helping resellers be successful without somehow undermining their efforts or (heaven forbid!) selling direct to an end user – is an ongoing and delicate challenge for manufacturers. They want to do everything in their power to ensure success of their products...

ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Bluetooth readers and access control systems, has announced the release of its VP1 Dual Mode Reader. ECKey announced the launch of their VP1 “Dual Mode” Reader, which is a complete electronic access control system that eliminates the hassle and expense of panels, cards, readers, software and networks.  It works with VIZpin, their cloud-based SaaS (Security as a Service), that lets you send, revoke and monitor electronic keys anytime from a...

The retired police officer who takes a cushy job as a security director is almost a cultural cliché. Like any cliché, the idea has roots in the real world, where police departments have often been a rich source of the security industry’s leadership talent. Former military personnel often find their way to the security industry, too, and realise that the familiar elements of discipline and command structure translate well. We wondered about the impact of this historic trend an...

ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone readers and access control systems, recently announced the ECKey VP1 reader which is now available for purchase. The VP1 reader is a complete electronic access control system that eliminates the hassle and expense of panels, cards, readers, software and networks. It works with VIZpin, ECKey’s cloud based SaaS (Security as a Service), that lets users send, revoke and monitor electronic keys anytime from anywhere. The VP1 uses long-range Bluetooth so u...

We live in a global market, and goods can easily be manufactured anywhere in the world and then shipped anywhere else. For many years, companies have taken advantage of the consequent flexibility to save costs and increase profits by manufacturing products around the world, especially in low-cost areas such as China. Historically, goods made in China (and some other locales) have been characterised as somehow lower in quality, and yet many of the top companies (such as Apple, for example) have m...

This week brought a big surprise to the security and video surveillance market; specifically, the announcement of Canon’s plans to acquire iconic IP camera manufacturer Axis. But surprises happen all the time, especially in a dynamic, technology-driven market like physical security. Those who have been involved in this market for many years have often been surprised, for better or worse, at the various twists and turns over time. It’s part of what keeps life interesting! This week, w...

There’s a cloud hanging over the security market. Or rather, The Cloud is portending great change for our market (and other markets, too). But with all the talk about cloud-based systems, limitations still linger along the path to optimum implementation in the security market. We asked our panelists to reflect on those limitations and look ahead five years to how the situation is likely to change. From bandwidth and connectivity challenges, to geographic limitations and even a need to chan...

Argus Control installed ECKey Bluetooth readers to manage access to the inventory room ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced that Argus Control, located in Brasilia, Brazil, has implemented ECKey access control technology to provide low cost, highly effective control for its product inventory. “We were having issues of equipment being taken from the inventory without any documentation,” explained Cr...

Dozens of suppliers, dealers, installers and industry organisations participated in our First Annual Security Market Review and Forecast 2014 was a great time to be in the security industry, and 2015 will be even better. This is the optimistic view shared among industry leaders contacted by SourceSecurity.com and asked to reflect on the market in 2014 and to look ahead to the New Year. Dozens of suppliers, dealers, installers and industry organisations participated in our...

The major trend ECKey has seen in 2014 is an increased demand for “accountable” access control that is both convenient and affordable  ECKey 2014/2015 Review and Forecast: The major trend we have seen in 2014 is an increased demand for “accountable” access control that is both convenient and affordable. Tight budgets are shining a light on the true cost of ownership of card reader and biometric systems. In many ways these systems are similar...

ECKey’s VIZpin service provides electronic access control at a fraction of the cost of traditional access solutions ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced that Chester County, PA, has chosen ECKey access control technology to install at their cell tower sites to provide more effective protection for such critical infrastructure. The Protection Bureau, in Exton PA, is overseeing the planning and installation...

PDQ Manufacturing, a leading US-based producer of architectural door hardware, and ECKey, the market leader in Smartphone Access Control Systems and Bluetooth Readers, recently announced a complete line of VIZpin®-enabled, stand-alone electronic door locks. Planned for Q1 of 2015, several of PDQ’s most popular stand-alone electronic locks will be available in VIZpin-enabled models.  Marketed under PDQ’s Tellcard© brand, the VIZpin technology empowers a line extension o...

ECKey is an established leader in Bluetooth solutions for the Access Control IndustryECKey Corporation has announced a partnership with G4S Israel (Hashmira Security Technologies Ltd.) to exclusively distribute the award winning ECKey product range into Israel. As part of the agreement, Israel-based G4S (Hashmira Security Technologies Ltd.) will support the growing number of inquiries and existing customers of ECKey in the region. This partnership will position G4S and ECKey as the leading playe...