Trends & Industry Issues - Articles - Page 151

Security Companies Roll Up Their Sleeves, Lend Aid After Hurricane Harvey

September 7, 2017

Certain industries seem to attract people who are naturally dedicated to serving and protecting others. In my time covering the security industry, especially a time such as this, I am pleased to say that there seems to be common thread among the people I meet at tradeshows, conferences, and in interviews: These are people devoted to helping others.

Red Hawk Backs National Spectator Sport Security Lab

September 7, 2017

Red Hawk Fire & Security, a provider of fire, life safety and security services, is providing resources and integrated systems expertise as a charter donor for the command and control center at the new National Sport Security Laboratory (NSSL) at the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4).

ipDatatel and Resolution Products Announce Merger, New Chairman

September 7, 2017

ipDatatel and Resolution Products today announced a merger of the two companies. As part of the transaction, Robin Pederson will become chairman of the combined company.

ADS Acquires PMI Security in Third Acquisition of 2017

September 7, 2017

ADS Security, a regional electronic security and automation company headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., and ranked No. 20 on the SDM 100, has acquired the accounts of PMI Security in New Bern, N.C.

Jim DeVries Named President of ADT

September 7, 2017

ADT, a provider of security and automation solutions for homes and businesses in North America, named Jim DeVries its president. DeVries, who previously served as ADT's COO, will continue to report to ADT CEO, Tim Whall.

Las Vegas McCarran Airport Upgrades to 360-Deg. Cameras

September 5, 2017

According to an article in the Las Vegas Sun McCarran Airport will be enhancing its security operations with a new video surveillance system that will replace PTZ cameras with 360-deg. cameras.

Johnson Controls Accelerates Replacing Molinaroli as Chairman and CEO

September 5, 2017

On Sept. 1, 2017, George Oliver, formerly president and COO of Johnson Controls, assumed the role of chairman and CEO. This action accelerates the move of Oliver to his new position six months earlier than previously announced.

While all players have a responsibility when it comes to cybersecurity

Cyber Reality: How the Security Industry Is Adjusting to the New Normal

Gone are the days when cybersecurity was someone else’s problem. With savvy and tenacious hackers who can use almost anything connected to a network to access systems, and evolving and seemingly implacable threats, just where does the security industry stand on the cyber preparedness spectrum?

Tim A. Scally

September 2, 2017

Cybersecurity is a topic on everyone’s mind. Right now it seems there are more questions than answers, but one thing is certain: the issue is here to stay — cyberthreats are the new normal.

5 Big Trends Affecting the Enterprise

Enterprise customers often have unique needs and approaches to security. How will some of the top trends such as mobile credentials, cloud, big data, IoT and cybersecurity affect these larger customers?

Karyn Hodgson

September 2, 2017

Large enterprise access control customers have been pushing for several years for more open, non-proprietary security systems.

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4 Ways to Get the Right IP Megapixel Camera For the Job

Which of the many factors that must be considered are most likely to ensure you’re choosing the right camera for the right job?

September 2, 2017

When it comes to selecting the most appropriate IP megapixel camera for a particular customer or application, there are many considerations that must go into an integrator’s choice.