Notes from Norstrom

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for hybrid cloud organisations, released new critical insights from its 2024 Cyber Recovery Readiness Report. This global survey of 1,000 security and IT professionals across 11 countries, reveals interesting behaviour changes for organisations that have been breached versus those that have not. Cyber resilience and recovery The Commvault survey, done in collaboration with GigaOm, shows that organisations...

Axis Communications announced that the company has achieved the System and Organisation Controls (SOC 2®) Type 1 attestation for its cloud-based solutions, Axis Cloud Connect and AXIS Device Manager Extend. The audit, conducted by an independent third-party auditor, confirms that Axis has implemented robust cloud security controls and practices that meet the stringent criteria set forth by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), which include data security, availabil...

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) announces the Mx11 family of helium-sealed Enterprise Capacity HDDs. The Mx11 family includes the MG11 Series, which provides capacities of up to 24TB using conventional magnetic recording (CMR), and the MA11 Series, which offers up to 28TB capacities with shingled magnetic recording (SMR). Mx11 family The new Mx11 family is designed to deliver new levels of density and power efficiency to customers tasked with controlling (or managing) operational co...

ThinCats, the alternative finance provider to mid-sized SMEs has supported Ranger Fire and Security with their latest acquisition of fire door business, Fire Door Specialists Ltd (FDS). First acquisition Ranger, which launched in February 2024, has already acquired four other businesses following Transitional Capital from ThinCats and private equity backing from Hyperion Capital – all in the active fire space – AFIL Ltd, Ignis Fire Protection Ltd, Syncro Group Ltd and IPH Fire Solu...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security solutions for video protection and public safety, announced the establishment of a comprehensive AI governance framework. This initiative aims to ensure the responsible research, development, and utilisation of AI technologies. Building on the Ethical Principles for AI published by i-PRO in December 2023, the company has taken further steps by launching the i-PRO AI Ethics Committee in June 2024. AI ethics...

In response to the increased demand for oxygen supplies following the 2020 pandemic and subsequent rise in respiratory-related conditions, Jacksons Fencing completed a key project in 2024 to safeguard vital oxygen storage facilities at a pioneering UK hospital. Addressing the demand The pandemic highlighted the critical role of oxygen in treating patients, causing a surge in its use across hospitals. Some facilities even declared major incidents due to oxygen shortages, prompting a signif...

Specialised Fire & Security is using BigChange job management software to improve customer service with engineers live-linked to back-office systems using a mobile app. Using the system, Specialised has already automated around 80 percent of its routine job management workflows allowing back-office staff and field engineers to focus on the customer experience.  Tailored solutions Based in Northern Ireland, the independent fire and security provider has established a reputation for de...

PACOM, a pioneering provider of access control and integrated security management solutions, has launched VIGIL CORE, its next-generation cutting-edge cloud-based platform offering greater efficiency, a long-term solution, and value beyond traditional security. The solution is a centrally controlled security and business management platform that is intelligent, user-friendly and highly cost-effective, and will prove to be a great fit for customers with single sites, hundreds of sites or large c...

Proofpoint, Inc., a pioneering cybersecurity and compliance company, and CyberArk, the identity security company, announced an extended strategic collaboration, working together to help organisations around the world secure identities everywhere. Supporting this joint aim, the expanded partnership includes the launch of new integrations and solutions to address critical cyber challenges. Securing Identities Digital transformation and the cloud have altered infrastructures, while mobile t...

Zerto, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, recently commissioned IDC to conduct a major ransomware and disaster preparedness survey, which revealed the extent to which backup-related issues are currently failing organisations across the globe. These backup-related issues are currently the number one cause of data loss —responsible for 32% of incidents — despite the fact that backup and recovery was cited as the number one priority for IT software investment this year.  Data...

AtlasIED and Singlewire Software, recognised pioneers in the security industry, will exhibit jointly at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 in Orlando, FL, from September 23-25.  The companies will showcase their award-winning security technology solutions, including IntelliSee, IPX endpoints, InformaCast, and Visitor Aware, at booth #1848. GSX attendees will witness firsthand the power of these solutions through a formal demonstration of their integrations. Security and safety “I...

Matrix, a pioneering provider of advanced security and telecom solutions, is thrilled to announce its participation in the MSP India Summit, scheduled for September 13th at HOLIDAY INN, AEROCITY, NEW DELHI. This esteemed event will offer Matrix an opportunity to showcase its cutting-edge solutions in IP Video Surveillance, Access Control, Time-Attendance, and Telecom technologies.  Security and communication At the MSP India Summit 2024, Matrix will present its extensive security portfol...

Alcatraz AI, a global provider of frictionless, AI-powered biometric access control technology revolutionising security through facial authentication, is excited to announce their attendance at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 from September 23rd-25th in Orlando, FL. While at the conference, Alcatraz AI will present its latest biometric access control end-to-end technology, Rock X, at its booth (#3000). For the first time, Alcatraz AI will be showcasing the system’s discreet,...

Research released shows that 39% of UK businesses with excellent technology connectivity say their financial performance is among the pioneers in their industry. In addition, 62% say that excellent tech connectivity gives them a competitive edge. TeamViewer, a pioneering global provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalisation solutions, undertook global research conducted by FT Longitude to uncover ‘The Real Value of Technology Connectivity’.  Cybersecurity perform...

A new digital technology that helps organisations to monitor and manage a broad spectrum of new and existing security systems and peripherals from a smartphone through a complementary user-friendly app has been introduced by OPTEX, the global pioneer in security sensing technology. Olarm MAX Olarm MAX – is a discrete, Graded Dual-Path (DP) digital communicator that can be quickly and easily installed alongside a new and existing alarm panel to make them smart and effectively bring 21...

Vismo, the specialist in app-based global tracking and security solutions with data and information from intelligence feeds will exhibit at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024, Orlando, Florida, 23 - 25 September.  Attendees at Vismo’s booth #2907 will be able to experience the company’s offerings through interactive demonstrations and hands-on displays including with the Vismo Locate & Protect App. Emergency alerts The app features a panic button for emergency alerts via...

Codelocks has secured CE marking for its mortice locks and tubular latches, establishing an extensive range of access control solutions and fire door assemblies with CE-certified locks and latches. This achievement provides specifiers, installers, and end-users with comprehensive quality assurance, fire safety, and legal compliance across a broad selection of access control products. CE marking CE marking indicates that products have been rigorously assessed to meet stringent safety, health,...

Quod Orbis, the London-based Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) firm, has announced a partnership with Archer, a global pioneer in integrated risk management. Quod Orbis’ continuous monitoring solution is listed on the Archer Exchange, providing customers with complete and constant visibility into a company’s cybersecurity, compliance, and risk posture with near real-time insights.  Quod Orbis platform Archer has been a pioneer in risk management for over 20 years, unitin...

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) is at the forefront of the healthcare AI revolution. Since 2019, the hospital's dedicated AI centre has been developing innovative applications that are transforming patient care. The centre has made significant strides in diagnostics and treatment, developing over 20 AI applications. These applications leverage deep learning to analyse medical images with high accuracy, enabling more precise and faster disease diagnosis. Latest ad...

Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has released the XRN-426S-1T recorder - a compact NVR with a built-in 1TB solid-state drive (SSD). The 4-channel recorder supports AI search, when integrated with Hanwha Vision AI cameras, as well as resolutions of up to 4K. With a solid-state drive instead of a traditional hard drive, this recorder offers a silent and reliable solution.   Highly compact and versatile  The recorder’s compact size of just 20cm by 14cm mea...

Vantiva, a global technology pioneer enabling Network Service Providers (NSPs) to connect consumers worldwide, will demonstrate innovative AI-powered products at IBC 2024, including set-top boxes (STBs) and broadband gateways, all connected to Vantiva's Navigate AI cloud. This new class of CPE features a local Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and enhanced CPU and GPU performance, ensuring more private, secure and lower latency Edge AI use cases. This positions operator as "Home AI" platform provide...

Hirsch, a global security technology pioneer advancing physical security, video intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital identification solutions, announces the relaunch of its iconic brand and strengthened focus on the industry’s most complete high-security, end-to-end platform. This milestone follows the purchase of Identiv’s physical and cybersecurity business units by Vitaprotech, positioning Hirsch as the global pioneer in physical security, video intelligence, and identity sol...

Carlisle Support Services announces a national voluntary recognition agreement with the Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) Union, the first of its kind within the outsourced industry, to foster a joined-up vision of improving industrial relations and employee well-being. This agreement also comes at a time when the new government has confirmed its intention to move towards a nationalised Railway under the control of Great British Railways. Structured and considered approach With Carl...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based RegTech startup specialising in ID verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced a new partnership with Bitlocus, a regulated cryptocurrency exchange platform known for its comprehensive crypto-to-fiat and fiat-to-crypto solutions. iDenfy’s full-stack Know Your Customer (KYC) solution will aim to increase conversions and help Bitlocus maintain a simple and compliant verification flow.  Need for identity verification solutions As the cryptocurrency...

In the month that the world marks World Suicide Prevention Day, which is hosted on 10 September, one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent security groups, First Response Group (FRG), has joined the Security Consortium for the Prevention of Suicide (SCPS). Founded three years ago, SCPS is a network of security groups and people in both the public and private sectors working in collaboration to prevent suicide, with a particular focus on those working in the security profession which suf...

Matrix Video Management Software (VMS) has achieved STQC certification, underscoring its commitment to advanced cybersecurity. This certification highlights Matrix’s dedication to delivering a video surveillance solution that not only protects physical assets but also ensures the highest level of data security. In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, securing the video surveillance system is critical. A compromised system can expose live video feeds, alter or erase f...

Twiceme Technology, a Swedish company dedicated to revolutionising safety solutions, announced the hiring of Fredrik Kjellberg as the company’s first Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Kjellberg, who will report to Twiceme CEO Christian Connolly, will continue to build Twiceme’s brand as part of its ongoing global expansion and mission to build a culture of safety. The hiring represents an additional step by Twiceme to establish a global standard for safety that enables people to h...

Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration, announced that it has acquired Esscoe, a premier provider of mission-critical security and fire and life safety systems in the Chicago and Midwest regions.  Esscoe is a local market pioneer, offering exceptional design and engineering capabilities and fully integrated, tech-enabled security solutions. The acquisition enables Convergint to accelerate growth across the Midwestern U.S.—building on Esscoe’s long-sta...

Skills for Security, the UK’s major provider of fire and security training, is thrilled to announce their newest sponsor - Cento, the premier recruitment specialist in the fire and security, engineering, and built environment sectors. This collaboration marks a significant step forward for both organisations, as they work together to enhance industry standards and promote professional development within the fire and security sector. Ongoing initiatives Cento’s sponsorship will pro...

Absolute Security, the pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, has acquired Syxsense, a recognised innovator in automated endpoint and vulnerability management. Firmware-embedded platform With Syxsense integrated, customers will be able to add automated, vulnerability and patch management capabilities. From the moment devices are powered on, organisations will be able to leverage Absolute’s firmware-embedded platform to ensure that operating systems (OS), applications, and critical secu...