In 1929, Hungarian author Frigyes Karinthy proposed the theory that the modern world was “shrinking” due to ever-increasing connectedness of human beings. He believed that any two individuals could be connected through at most five acquaintances, which is the original version of six degrees of separation.

The Midwest-based convenience store chain, Kwik Trip, needs to protect itself against the same threats as many of its C-store competitors. But, in addition, Kwik Trip also manages its own bakery, commissary, dairy, and warehouse — producing, packing and shipping a wide variety of goods for all its stores 365 days a year.

The features and functionality of video management systems (VMS) have grown tremendously in the last couple of years, and there are more and more advancements coming today and in the future.

Sadly, we just don’t have the space to share all their information. This interview with Tim Lyvers, co-founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Advanced Digital Solutions LLC (ADS), Charlotte, N.C., is an extension of the comments that were used in this year’s article, “State of the Market: Video Surveillance.”

Sadly, we just don’t have the space to share all their information. This interview with PSA Security dealer, Tom Hagen, president and CEO, Pro-Tec Design, Minneapolis, is an extension of the comments that were used in this year’s article, “State of the Market: Video Surveillance.”