Surveillance & Security News for February 2017

The Savelberg nursing home has implemented smart domotics to provide elderly people affected by dementia with a wider range of movement. Depending on individual abilities, residents can move freely within three living zones. Savelberg has chosen the Conview Care solution from Leertouwer, which uses MOBOTIX cameras. Integrating residential and care services Savelberg in Gouda is part of Zorgpartners Midden-Holland. Zorgpartners is a full-service organisation offering diverse residential and car...

The early October wildfires in Northern California and recent spate of hurricanes in the Southeast and Puerto Rico reinforce the fact that the healthcare community is in need of more stringent attention to organised and community-supported Emergency Management. Regulating healthcare facilities With the potential for catastrophes in the future, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has been working on "All-Hazards" Emergency Preparedness for several years and published CMS-3178 -...

Erste Group Bank AG built a new group headquarters on the site of the former Südbahnhof railway station in Vienna, with construction work taking place from 2012 to 2016. Employees who were previously distributed across 20 different locations throughout the city now all work in the same building complex. Advantages of new arrangement The advantages of this new arrangement are clear: Closer proximity and improved infrastructure strengthen cooperation and provide a modern, pleasant working e...

Financial institutions of all sizes demand simple, reliable solutions to protect against fraud, theft, and accidents in the workplace. Advancements in camera resolution and storage capabilities have put pressure on banks and credit unions to upgrade their video surveillance systems. Upgrading to a modern, economical NVR server will greatly increase system performance and scalability for small-budget projects with benefits seen across both loss prevention and business insights. Reliable high per...

Hospitals present a complex security challenge, in that they should always be welcoming public spaces. Indeed, in Sweden, many are ‘open’ during daylight hours. However, every hospital also has many sensitive assets that need securing around the clock. Hospital security Key assets include patients, doctors, nurses and support staff. The protection of drugs and confidential patient data is critical. In labs, sensitive – even dangerous – research or testing materials dem...

Video surveillance has begun offering healthcare providers more than just security; video analytics are now allowing hospitals and clinics to achieve their business goals. Improving patient satisfaction is supported by staff reminders when a patient has been left alone for too long. Even more, an alert can be given to staff members when a patient arrives that needs assistance. This reduces wait times, improves service and gives patients better outcomes.  However, healthcare costs are risin...

Security solutions should be about integration not isolation. Many organisations are considering their existing processes and systems and looking at how to leverage further value. Security is part of that focus and is a central component in the move towards a more integrated approach, which results in significant benefits. Gert Rohrmann, Technical Manager for the solutions division of Siemens Building Technologies UK, examines how by drawing data from a number of different sources...

Smart buildings are on the rise around the world, not only because a growing number of companies are considering their environmental impact, but also because of the dramatic cost savings that can be realised through integration. In every building that has an integrated security and access control system, an opportunity awaits to also integrate the building’s energy use, water use, ventilation and more. The key is to effectively convey the tremendous potential of this new tech...

The top influencing trends in the security industry at ISC West 2017 will be big data, cyber security and the Internet of Things More than a thousand companies will be showing off their latest and greatest technologies and services at this year’s ISC West in Las Vegas. With so much to look at and experience, will you be able to pinpoint the next big thing or things that will dominate the security market in 2017? A good way to predict those upcoming trends is to look at w...

Crime prevention may require changes to the structure, added surveillance cameras, effective access control methods Given the vast amount of litigation, businesses and property owners must find a system of adherence towards safe and secure premises to avoid multimillion dollar verdicts. In the business of law, negligent security is a rapidly growing niche field and the number of lawsuits continues to increase. Why? The obvious answer is the current lack of uniform security pro...

Smartphones offer a new alternative to traditional physical access control form factors such as smart cards or fobs. Convenience is the most obvious benefit, but there are others. Here are some advantages of using smart devices for access control: 1. Less vulnerability to cloning when compared to magstripe or low-frequency proximity cards. Digital credentials and mobile IDs are securely stored and protected. 2. Longer-distance communication, which allows readers to be mount...

The new scanner can quickly screen large groups of people without needing them to stop or slow down Most body scanners are designed to work one person at a time, checkpoint style. QinetiQ has developed a scanner that can be used in crowded places without having to slow down or stop moving targets. The body scanner, capable of detecting hidden explosives or weapons on a person, has been demonstrated publicly in the United Kingdom for the first time. The QinetiQ SPO-NX SPO-NX...

Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, leadership, RMR, project management, and technical topics PSA Security Network, an electronic security cooperative, announced it will host an ISC West 2017 education track with sessions and a workshop during ISC West in Las Vegas, Nevada, April 4-5, 2017. Various PSA Committee members, staff, and other industry experts will lead the eight sessions that are included in the PSA Track. Focus areas include cybersecurity, marketing, le...

NETAVIS iCAT Video Analytics improves the overall security and delivers the full potential of intelligent video surveillance NETAVIS Software GmbH, a provider of server-based video management and video analytics solutions launches NETAVIS iCAT JumpStart: an initiative to commercially include the in-house video analytics in the video management software Observer. Video analytics integration “Our vast experience with IP-video and our expertise with video analytics show c...

LTV Professional Line network video recorders enable reliable and high-definition video surveillance and are simple to install and operate For demanding security solutions, LTV provides the powerful video surveillance products of its Professional Line. The network video cameras are available as outdoor and indoor models and offer a resolution in 1.3 megapixel (720p) or 2 megapixel Full HD quality (1080p). Professional Line network video recorders with 4 to 16 channels enable r...

CSS provides the perfect opportunity to network, share ideas, and learn from industry subject matter experts Charles Johnson, Open Options’ Southeast Sales Manager, will be showcasing DNA Fusion at the inaugural Converged Security Summit (CSS) to be held on March 1, 2017, at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Information and physical security Hosted by GC&E Systems Group, an Open Options-certified dealer company, CSS is a one-day com...

Whilst the regulations are designed to protect individual’s rights to privacy, they will have enormous implications for the security industry Amidst the chaos of Brexit, many security minded organisations are concerned about the implications of the European Regulation on the Protection of Individuals with regard to the Processing of Personal Data, adopted in 2016 and planned to be enforceable in May 2018. As an integral component of EU privacy and human rights law; it...

Spectra operates a Security Operations Centre (SOC) which provides 24/7/365 monitoring of networks Fast-growing voice and data communications provider Spectra Group (UK), announces that it is extending its Cyber Security division in order to give SMEs similar options available to its existing Government, Defence and Public customers in the fight against cyber-attack. Next huge growth area Spectra has identified cyber services as the ‘next huge growth area’ and he...

The OV9712 CameraChip image sensor is built on OmniVision’s OmniPixel3-HS high-sensitivity pixel technology OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, in collaboration with Texas Instruments Inc. (TI), a semiconductor design and manufacturing company, announced a new reference design for low-power, battery-operated, instant-on smart home security cameras. OmniVision OV788 video processor This design pairs OmniVision’s OV788...

Once installed, users of the app will be able to access many of their system’s capabilities Vicon Industries, Inc., a designer and producer of video security systems and high-performance IP cameras, announced the release of Vicon Valerus Mobile, an app for users of Vicon Valerus Video Management Software to access their VMS system from iOS and Android phones and tablets. Available for free download from Apple’s App Store and Google Play, the new mobile app for...

Source India is a B2B platform, created to accelerate growth of the Indian electronics hardware manufacturing Matrix, a manufacturer of enterprise grade telecom and security solutions, is participating in the 8th edition of Source India Ghana 2017. Source India is a unique B2B platform, which is created by the industry to accelerate growth of the Indian electronics hardware manufacturing. This year it will be a three-day event concentrating on B-2-B meetings and conferenc...

Nine partners presented in breakout sessions, allowing for interaction and questions AMAG Technology hosted its Security Engineering Symposium in San Antonio, Texas, February 17-20, 2017 at the La Cantera Resort and Spa. The theme for the event was ‘Where Collaboration Meets Success,’ which encouraged more than 80 consultants/engineers, end users, and integrators attending to network and engage in security related discussions about technologies, challenges, and tre...

Pat Jefferies will cover the requirements of the ‘Construction Products Directive’ applicable throughout Europe Security expert Abloy UK is calling for visitors to ISEC 2017 to attend its seminar, which explains important changes to access control locking applications on fire and escape doors. Access control locking applications Taking place on the 26th-27th April 2017 in the Conference Centre, Citywest, Dublin, ISEC is Ireland's long-established event for the Ir...

The Kingdom will be investing over US$ 500 billion into modernising its infrastructure across the 285 municipalities With the economic diversification plans in place, key government authorities across kingdom are emphasising on providing the best quality of life for their citizens, which means seamless transportation, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, round the clock security, affordable housing and most importantly creating citizen centric cities. Having realised that,...

The MePIN solution is part of the HPE demonstration at the Mobile World Congress 2017 MePIN / Meontrust Inc, the forerunner in strong customer authentication user experience, is showcasing an updated and enhanced version of its market leading Mobile Connect smartphone app authenticator at the Mobile World Congress 2017 in Barcelona. Mobile Connect smartphone app authenticator The MePIN for Mobile Connect smartphone app authenticator and SDK is available for iOS and Android p...

Panasonic has introduced an elite range of security products, representing the best of its camera technology The specially selected premium range incorporates features that go far beyond simple surveillance, with the cameras all including smart coding compression and secure communication encryption. All the cameras in the range also offer a minimum resolution of Full HD, with a selection at 4K. In addition, vandal resistance, weatherproofing and the rain wash coating, unique...

Jeff Montoya and Jacob Bradshaw are the latest of many new hires to the IDIS America team  IDIS has announced the appointment of Jeff Montoya as the newest IDIS America Regional Sales Manager, as well as the hiring of Jacob Bradshaw as the latest addition to the IDIS America Inside Sales team. Montoya and Bradshaw are the latest of many new hires to the IDIS America team in a year that saw the continued growth and maturation of its sales capacity in the Americas sinc...

IDIS will demonstrate exactly why it has been at the frontline of surveillance innovation over the last two decades IDIS, a global surveillance manufacturer, announces that it will kick off its twentieth anniversary celebrations during Intersec 2017 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre on 22nd-24th January on its stand S1-F26. To commemorate two decades of innovation, IDIS has also teamed up with Security Buyer magazine to host an exclusive networking...

Comprion RSP M2M Test Platform is a collection of server simulations providing SOAP At the Mobile World Congress, the biggest telecommunications tradeshow taking place February 27 to March 02 in Barcelona, Comprion will focus on presenting testing solutions around the arising IoT world for both GSMA specifications: M2M and consumer devices. COMPRION Network Bridge Comprion will show the new RSP M2M Test Platform for testing M2M Remote SIM Provisioning scenarios. It is a coll...

BWV technology can be used in a variety of ways for evidential purposes SSAIB, the UK and Ireland’s security, fire and telecare certification body, announces that two police forces have pioneered the introduction of body-worn video (BWV) technology in accordance with the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice. Following certification to the code, completed by SSAIB auditors, the Greater Manchester Police and Metropolitan Police Service are now using devices for a variety o...