I had an opportunity last November to present to a standing-room-only crowd at ISC East. I was joined by two security industry veterans — Paul Boucherle and Bob Banerjee — and we tackled the subject of what the industry might look like in 10 years. No one really knows, but here is my take on the future of the security industry.
Tyco International announced it is bolstering its technological capabilities on several fronts. It has appointed Daryll T. Fogal as chief technology officer (CTO), launched its new “Tyco On” software solutions platform, and made a strategic investment in San Jose, Calif.-based Qolsys, a provider of innovative home automation solutions.
The SIA Education@ISC East Program began on Wednesday with all new content on the most current business trends, technologies and state requirements/codes.
Representatives from more than 200 exhibiting companies and approximately 4,500 attendees gathered with special guests in the North Hall entrance for the grand opening ceremony of ISC East 2014 today, as the New York Police Department’s Emerald Society Pipes & Drums played with enthusiasm and skill.
As the UL-listed central station service provider for BluePoint Alert Solutions, EMERgency24 provides immediate notifications to the local emergency dispatch center, as well as text message and email alerts of the situation to selected stakeholders such as teachers, tenants and staff on duty, police/fire chiefs, mayors, school superintendents and CEOs.
Samsung Techwin America’s Wi-Fi IP outdoor camera, the SmartCam HD Outdoor, is now available at major retailers including Best Buy, Fry’s Electronics and major online retailers such as Amazon.com and Newegg.com.
iBridge Messenger® is a complementary iBridge Connected Home notification service for new and retrofit Gemini Systems accounts, allowing users to stay connected and in control of their alarm, video, temperature, lights and locks via their phones with text messages and video alerts. Broadband-, event-based SMS/MMS iBridge Messenger adds live VGA-quality, pre- and post-event video alerts to text messages and reminder notifications. This system allows consumers to watch events unfold, such as returning children, deliveries, pets, etc.
