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The latest edition of the Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools improves on the previous five versions of the guidelines, making the recommendations even more streamlined, easier to use and more reflective of evolving school security challenges.

The need for robust security measures in K-12 schools and higher education has never been more critical. From the integration of new technologies to time-tested best practices, industry stakeholders are on the frontlines to help fortify the nation’s learning environments.

A Netwrix survey found phishing and user account compromise were the most common attack paths for end users across the education sector.

Robust investment growth in target building segments is expected to drive increased spending through 2023, according to the NSCA’s Electronic Systems Outlook report for Summer 2023.  

The Security Market Index tracks industry confidence using a bimonthly survey of a select group of security leaders in SIA’s membership.

The new high-performance Hailo-8 Century PCIe card line offers up to 208 Tera Operations per Second (TOPS) for most demanding applications, and the Hailo-8L makes advanced AI processing available for entry-level applications.

As the security and smart home market continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the convergence of technology and security has sparked a surge in innovative products and services, each promising enhanced safety, convenience and peace of mind.

Platinum Tools, a provider of preparation, installation, hand termination, and testing solutions from NSI Building Technologies, announced it has joined the SDVoE Alliance.

Parents cite bullying/cyberbullying and active shooters among their top safety concerns, whereas teachers are most apprehensive about student mental health issues and adequate staff to keep their schools safe. 

TMA established the scholarship in 2022 to honor Fiore’s enduring contribution to the alarm industry and the Alarm Industry Communications Committee (AICC).