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The alliance combines Stanley’s expertise in electronic security with USA’s premier manpower services Stanley Security Solutions (Stanley), a leading national security integrator, announces its strategic alliance with U.S. Security Associates (USA), a chief uniformed security services agency. The alliance combines Stanley’s expertise in electronic security and systems integration with USA’s premier manpower services to provide customers with a more comp...

Connexion2’s 8 Series Identicom has been shortlisted for “Lone Worker Protection Solution of The Year” Connexion2’s new 8 Series Identicom has been shortlisted for the new “Lone Worker Protection Solution of The Year” award at the IFSEC and FIREX Awards 2013.  The category celebrates and acknowledges technical innovation and excellence in devices that have been specifically designed with lone workers in mind. Launched at IFSEC last yea...

Over 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event ASIS International held its 12th European Security Conference & Exhibition on 14-16 April 2013 at the Swedish Congress & Exhibition Centre. 403 senior security professionals from 37 countries were registered for the event. On Sunday 14 April, the programme started with a professional tour of the Gothenburg Casino, giving insights on the challenges they face in securing this historic...

IFSEC & FIREX Awards celebrateexcellence in product design, innovationand installation UBM Live - organiser of IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s leading annual security and fire events – has announced the shortlist for the IFSEC & FIREX Industry Awards 2013. Carefully drawn up from the wide number of entrants across the security and fire sectors, the following categories have been shortlisted: CCTV Camera Equipment of the Year, CCTV...

Grandstream Networks, a worldwide manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions, recently announced that business and residential users employing GXV IP Video Surveillance Cameras have new flexibility and convenience options for monitoring physical security at their office or at home. IP Cam Viewer, a mobile application for Android, Apple, and Blackberry devices, allows business owners or homeowners to use a smartphone or tablet to remotely monitor and record live fee...

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...

New members include Exacq, LG, Oncam, ImmerVision, Panasonic, Pelco and Sony Continuing its commitment to increase the interoperability of security technologies, Honeywell recently announced seven new members have joined the Honeywell Open Technology Alliance. Formed in 2010, the alliance is comprised of physical security and IT manufacturers committed to developing open and integrated security solutions for end users. New members of Honeywell Open Technology Alliance include...

Mul-T-Lock will showcase its Smartair eCylinder and Watchlock padlock security solutions at IFSEC 2013 ASSA ABLOY and HID Global technologies help millions of customers to access their world securely. ASSA ABLOY’s global leadership incorporates the combined power of award-winning technology from leading brands HID Global, ABLOY, Yale, Mul-T-Lock, Traka and effeff. At IFSEC 2013, all these brands are showcasing the cutting edge in access technology on one stand. See demo...

PSIM enables Safe Cities and Education facilities to realise the full potential of their security investment CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will be exhibiting at ISC West Las Vegas April 10-12, 2013 - explaining how PSIM is enabling both Safe Cities and Education facilities to realise the full potential of their security investment by creating unified command centres and implementing joint response plans. Ensuring the...

IDV Solutions' new memebrs Bruce Gerbl and Philip Koken are veterans of the security industry IDV Solutions, maker of Visual Command Center and Visual Fusion software, recently announced the expansion of its sales and management teams with a series of new hires and promotions. Visual Command Center is physical security and risk visualisation (PSRV) software that unites data from external sources, enterprise systems, and internal devices into a real-time, common operating pict...

Connexion2 will exhibit Identicom 877c and its Identicom mobile smart-phone application Lone worker specialist, Connexion2, developer and manufacturer of the award winning, Identicom lone worker protection device, will be unveiling its richer-content, lone worker solutions at IFSEC 2013, stand 5/K40, Hall 5 being held at the NEC Birmingham from 13th to 16th May. In addition to showcasing its full range of lone worker products and solutions, Connexion2 will be exhibiting the en...

Michael Chertoff is the former Secretary of Homeland Security and Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, was honoured to present Michael Chertoff, former Secretary of Homeland Security and Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group, www.chertoffgroup.com, as the keynote speaker during an executive event in New York City on March 4, 2013. "Micha...

The partnership is created under the CNL Software Technology Alliance Program CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM), and Vanguard Integrated Solutions a leading provider of Security Products and IP-Based Integrated Solutions, announce that they have formed a technology partnership. The two companies share the view that video intelligence should move away from closed systems, moving to open platforms allowing greater interoperability w...

SDW 2013 will be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London, 21-23 May 2013 SDW 2013, a conference and exhibition focused on the design and use of government and citizen-based identity credentials, has announced an impressive initial line up of international speakers. The show, to be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London, UK, 21-23 May 2013, includes keynote presentations from, Mandie Campbell, Chief Operating Officer, UK Border Force, a...

Mark Harper will discuss the challenges facing border control and immigration Mark Harper MP as Minister of State for Immigration will once again provide the keynote address for this year's World BORDERPOL Congress, to be held at Central Hall Westminster, London on the 3rd-4th December. Executive Director of BORDERPOL, Thomas Tass said, "Following the success of the inaugural event last year, BORDERPOL are pleased and delighted to once again welcome Minister Harper, whos...

Profile S describes the functionalities shared by ONVIF conformant video management systems Profile S describes the common functionalities shared by ONVIF conformant video management systems and devices that send, configure, request or control the streaming of media data over an IP network, and includes specific features such as PTZ control, audio streaming and relay outputs. In order to achieve Profile S certification, Wavestore’s VMS had to be tested with cameras from...

The awards are designed to encourage installers to recognise the opportunity for growth IFSEC International and FIREX International, the world’s largest dedicated security and fire safety shows, are pleased to announce the launch of the IFSEC & FIREX Awards. Integrating for the first year, the IFSEC & FIREX Awards is the premier event for the fire and security industry to celebrate security and fire innovations over the last 12 months. In association with the Br...

CNL reviews the technology to deter crime through improved situational awareness CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, will present “Safer Cities Through Improved Situational Awareness” and “Information Management for Physical Security”, at the ASIS 4th Middle East Security Conference & Exhibition between February 17-19, 2013 in Dubai, UAE. Set at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, under th...

G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes G4S Secure Solutions has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc. has expanded its residential services to include another large upscale gated community in Boca Raton, Florida. G4S brings its proven safety and security programs to Boca Falls, a community with more than 700 homes...

Counter Terror Expo 2013 delivers various available protective measures relevant to oil & gas security Energy sector security has taken on an entirely new dimension following the recent hostage crisis at the In Amenas gas plant in Algeria, say analysts who have long viewed the security of physical infrastructure supporting the sector as it’s principle Achilles Heel. The assault, which has claimed the lives of at least 37 foreign workers, is said to be worst terroris...

Keith Bloodworth was selected as the 6th most influential person within the global security CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that IFSEC International has recognised its CEO Keith Bloodworth as one of the most influential people within the security industry. As part of the 40th birthday celebrations at IFSEC International, the show has worked hard with industry leaders and their extensive readersh...

Skowronski will focus on continuing to drive the momentum of the company's PIAM software Quantum Secure, the leading provider of enterprise software to manage and streamline security identities, compliance and analytics across disparate physical security systems, has appointed John Skowronski as Vice President of Global Sales.   Skowronski brings a strong combination of experience, enthusiasm, domain knowledge and demonstrated record of achievement to Quantum Secure...

Magal's new cyber security solutions will monitor. detect and protect against abnormal network activity Magal Security Systems Ltd. announced that it is expanding its business proposition with integrated physical-cyber protection solutions. As part of this strategy Magal acquires WebSilicon - an Israeli-based leading company in the rapidly growing network management and monitoring markets. Magal’s new cyber security solutions will monitor, detect and protect against ab...

IP physical security systems require a powerful mix of infrastructure components, ranging from robust high-speed cabling and PoE/PoE+ power delivery, to IPv4 and IPv6 connections and high-capacity network equipment. A single flaw in any of these components will seriously compromise system availability, as well as the overall security of a facility and its occupants. For that reason, security integrators must assure that the IP systems they install keep working for customers 24/7/365. The Signal...

NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution NICE Systems recently announced that NICE Situator has been named the Best Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) Solution as part of the 2012 Government Security News (GSN) Homeland Security Awards. The GSN Awards acknowledge the outstanding achievements of security vendors and government agencies at the federal, state and municipal levels. Denver Regional Transportation D...

CNL Software recently announced the further expansion of its operations in the Middle East CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce that it will be demonstrating its IPSecurityCenterTM PSIM solution, as chosen by leading law enforcement, Safe City and CNI organisations in the Middle East, at Intersec 2013. This year will be the 15th edition of Intersec, the leading regional trade event in the security, sa...

The 2012 PSIM World report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011 NICE System is ranked as the global leader in providing Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software solutions, according to IMS Research (now part of IHS). The 2012 IMS Research Physical Security Information Management World Report counts NICE as the leading supplier of PSIM software based on revenues in 2011. This is the second consecutive IMS Research PSIM r...

Lightfinder Technology helps to capture detailed images at night in colour without additional lighting Axis Communications AB of Sweden won in the Physical Security category for its Lightfinder technology, which makes it possible for digital cameras to capture detailed images at night—in colour—without additional lighting. Analogue security cameras, by contrast, capture only black-and-white images, which are less useful for identifying culprits. The surveillance...

Brivo was recognised by GSN for its HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 compliance solution Brivo Systems LLC, leader in cloud applications for security management, recently announced that for the 2nd year in a row, Brivo took the honour for “Best Integrated System, HSPD-12 and FIPS-201 Compliance” at the 4th Annual Homeland Security Awards, sponsored by Government Security News. Brivo offers two innovative solutions, Aparato and CloudPass designed to serve the unique needs of g...

WV-SP509 camera possesses a host of smart features and full ratification from ONVIF Panasonic’s Professional Camera Solutions is pleased to announce that the WV-SP509 continued its streak as an award winning security camera on Thursday the 8th November at the Computing Security Awards. Computing Security is the sister publication of Network Computing and deals with the key issues that organisations face as they try to maintain secure networks in the face of new and old...