Whether you think it is hype or hope, the Internet of Things is poised to affect the security industry. And if you are not prepared, you will be left behind. Also, four experienced integrators talk to SDM about their experiences in the enterprise access control space and find out what integrators should know when choosing equipment for harsh outdoor installations. Read all this and more in the September 2015 issue of SDM.
Whether you think it is hype or hope, the Internet of Things is poised to affect the security industry. And if you are not prepared, you will be left behind.
Which suppliers do the largest systems integrators use? This Top Systems Integrators brand-usage report lists the top 15 manufacturers and top 12 distributors that earn the business of the largest systems integrators in the physical security channel.
Now is the time for the security integrator to be part of the conversation regarding adaptation of the IoT to the facility security and management industry.
Writers are taught to use the most precise words possible, so understandably, a writer’s liberal use of the word “thing” in any one article or essay is frowned upon by journalism teachers. Thus when the term Internet of Things came to be widely used, I was delighted by its ability to deliver such a broad and imprecise meaning. It was intriguing, yet ultimately too wide-ranging — just what was this Internet of Things (IoT)?
In a recent case in the state of New York, an issue arose regarding the Asset Purchase Agreement (APA). The defendants were in the business of installing, servicing and monitoring fire alarm systems. The plaintiff sought to purchase the defendants’ business pursuant to an APA, which was signed by the parties.
Have you ever felt like you’ve been stalked online? Chances are, we’ve all experienced an advertiser stalking us. Have you ever noticed as you navigate across the Web that, somehow, the product or service you just researched and thought about buying keeps following you — well, practically stalks you? How do they do this?
Have you ever experienced a moment in time when you said, “Why didn’t I think about that before?” I had one of those moments in an elevator while attending the recent CompTIA ChannelCon conference in Chicago.
So the new product is really useful, cool and innovative. It helps a lot of people and makes things better for customers. Does anyone know that they really need it?
There are several trade shows you could attend every year. So when resources and time are limited how do you decide? We can tell you every day of the year why we think you should be at CEDIA EXPO, but don’t just take our word for it. We asked #CEDIATweep Todd Puma why he attends CEDIA EXPO every year.
Palm Beach is the easternmost town in Florida and is located on a 16-mile-long barrier island. Since the late 19th century, Palm Beach has developed a worldrenowned reputation for its beauty, quality of life and small-town character.
We have all seen images of the ancient cavemen, with the group standing around a roaring fire while some brave soul holds a skewered piece of mastodon meat and tries to get the perfect grill lines. Heat is important when living in a cold environment such as Chicago. While my SoCal, Caribbean and desert friends don’t usually have this problem, I can assure you that when the heat fails in Chicago during January, not only does the family get upset, but serious consequences can occur, including broken water pipes and marital tension.
AES received U.S. Patent No. 8,072,945 for AES Link Layered Networks, which extend the functionality and reliability of AES-IntelliNet private wireless mesh radio networks.
Mobile Access Support — ASSA ABLOY Group brands Corbin Russwin and SARGENT will feature HID Mobile Access support across a broad range of access control locks.
COPS Monitoring, a provider of nationwide wholesale alarm monitoring and dealer services, added two former alarm company owners, Ernie Gambone and Charlie Crenshaw, as account executives.
Universal Protection Service, a division of Universal Services of America and a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus and Partners Group, has acquired Guardsmark.
On September 17, 2014, distributor giant Anixter (Glenview, IL) acquired Tri-Ed Distribution (Woodbury, NY) for $420 million. We take a look one year later.
NICE Systems has entered an agreement to sell its physical security business unit, which provides video surveillance technologies and capabilities, to Battery Ventures.
SDM's Senior Editor, Karyn Hdgson, spoke with Martin Huddart, president, Access and Egress Hardware Group, ASSA ABLOY Americas, about the most talked about trends in access control.
SunEdison and Vivint Solar have signed a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which SunEdison will acquire Vivint Solar, a U.S. provider of residential solar systems, for approximately $2.2 billion.
Crime Prevention Security Systems has expanded its coverage area to northeast Florida with its acquisition of Scott Alarm Inc., based in Jacksonville, Fla.
FIBARO, a manufacturer of wireless, intelligent home automation systems, announced that its three most popular sensors now integrate with the HomeSeer home control system.
REELEX Packaging Solutions, provider and licensor of the REELEX tangle- and twist-free package for wire and cable, signed four new licensees in the first six months of 2015.
MicroPower Technologies Inc. joined ONVIF, an open forum within the physical security industry that seeks to further the development and use of a global open standard for IP-based devices.
IDIS announced the successful integration of its flagship end-to-end surveillance solution, DirectIP, with Gallagher Command Centre and Paxton’s Net2 access control.
3xLOGIC Inc., a provider of integrated intelligent security solutions, announced the schedules for new BICSI-recognized video certification and access control certification training courses.
Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) announced that its CellComSLF and iCOMSLF universal communicators have been certified by the California State Fire Marshall for use in commercial installations.
PCSC, a designer and manufacturer of access control solutions, entered into a strategic partnership with INEX/ZAMIR, a provider of ALPR solutions and services.
Briscoe Protective Systems Inc. launched its new microsite focused on carbon monoxide (CO) and the new commercial monitoring laws affecting N.Y. businesses.
Tyco Security Products announced the expansion of a strategic global partnership with Alarm.com that will enable smart interactive services for both the residential and small to medium commercial market.
Micro Key Solutions (MKS) and Bosch Security Systems Inc. announced the completion and successful deployment of the integration between the MKS central station platform and the full range of cloud-based video monitoring services from Bosch.
Farpointe Data, a DORMA Group company and global partner for RFID solutions, announced that companies using access control readers with Farpointe’s fleaPower option can expect long-term energy savings.
EX-SDI, derived from HD-SDI, is an enhanced HD video digital transmission technology which ensures full HD signal transmission over RG59 cable without any video transmission loss.
The wireless solar or battery driveway monitor with four-channel voice receiver (STI-V34100 or STI-V34150) detects when a vehicle enters or leaves a protected driveway.
PSX Power Solutions are designed to provide clean, uninterrupted power to iSTAR door controllers, ensuring security system integrity during power failures.
HID Global’s extended-range high frequency and long-range ultra-high-frequency (UHF) solutions provide new options for using a single card to open doors as well as access parking gates from a distance.
Tyco Security Products’ new line of IP cameras and NVRs is designed to meet the budget of small- to medium-sized businesses while satisfying their need for high-quality video surveillance.
The HES KS200 server cabinet lock extends access control to protect data center assets from intrusion and expensive downtime by bringing realtime access control in a single-card system to individual server cabinet doors.
The Verint Situational Awareness platform incorporates enhanced visualization and actionable intelligence capabilities to help security personnel achieve higher levels of security, compliance and risk reduction.
NAPCO’s StarLink Universal Sole Path Fire Cellular Communicator #SLE-CDMA-FIRE provides affordable full-event CDMA reporting for any brand 12V to 24V panel or FACP reporting in Contact ID.
Camden Door Controls’ CV-350 Series TCP/IP and RS485 networked access control system is designed for two- to six-door applications and provides virtually unlimited system expansion.
The Sky Track monitor walls provide users with the ability to mount multiple large monitors to a console base in situations in which wall mounting isn’t an option.
Siklu’s EtherHaul-600TL, the world’s smallest outdoor wireless radio, is designed to empower wireless surveillance networks with interference-free, interception-resistant, fiber-like video transmission quality.
The AES 7706-ULF is UL listed and NFPA compliant, featuring a compact intelligent Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) for monitoring wet or dry fire sprinkler systems.