The general outlook across the industry is highly optimistic as dealers and manufacturers ride the wave of integrated technologies and consumer interest to more and more growth. But there are also cautionary notes. Read more about SDM February Issue.
The general outlook across the industry is highly optimistic as dealers and manufacturers ride the wave of integrated technologies and consumer interest to more and more growth.
Here’s the good news: Not a single person interviewed for this article said business was flat or declined in 2016, or expected it to decline in 2017. In fact, many reported double-digit growth and a continued strong business outlook, both residentially and commercially.
Just about all security dealers now offer interactive services. Are you doing everything you could be to maximize their value for your customers and your business?
The strengths of thermal cameras for use in video surveillance have been well-documented, most notably their reliance on heat signatures alone to “see.”
The demand for video surveillance, combined with continued advancements in technology and resolution, is driving most of the demand for video storage solutions.
Security integrators have traditionally been slightly ambivalent toward wireless access control; but end user attitudes, better technology, and increased revenue opportunities make this technology one that it’s time to get to know better.
This year the Central Station Alarm Association, a 67-year-old organization representing the interests of companies that operate monitoring centers, will change its name.
Proper use of personal protection equipment, ladders, lifts and scaffolding are critical to keeping security technicians safe. It’s also important to follow regulations pertaining to hazardous chemicals, electrical safety, and fall protection.
Video doorbells can do much more than just show you who is on your porch; with new integrations with smartphones and other smart home products, video doorbells have become one of the hottest trends in smart home and should be part of every dealer’s offering.
It started out as a great concept. Maybe you remember walking up to certain porches that had large panels with dated speakers and a red button, announcing the fact that this home was equipped with Jetsons-like technology of a doorbell intercom.
I will admit it; I work in a pretty sloppy fashion. While the “bills to be paid” and the “bills to be sent” always get top priority, other items in my business and personal life seem to get magically piled up around my desk and workspace, only to be addressed when desperation occurs.
In honor of the company’s 20 years in the security industry, IDIS released a special webpage and video that highlights its accomplishments over the years.
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of California recently ordered the preliminary certification of a conditional class action settlement involving various California wage and hours laws.
I am sitting in front of my schedule and getting ready to book my travel arrangements for what I call the “Spring Fling.” This year will start with the CompTIA Partner Advisory Council followed by the NSCA Business Leadership Conference, Channel Partners Conference, CompTIA Member Meeting, ISC West and then comes to an end with one of my favorites, TEC 2017.
Highland Springs, located just outside of Springfield, Mo., has more than 500 residents and various contracting workers for landscaping and infrastructure upgrades.
In an informal online poll on www.SDMmag.com from early January to mid Febru-ary 2017, visitors were asked: “What effect do you think the incoming Presidential Administration will have on security sales and end user spending?”
Locks & Hardware announced its line of Yale Real Living Assure Locks will be HomeKit compatible by the end of March 2017 with the addition of a HomeKit Network Module.
New integrations from Connected Technologies LLC expand the installation and specification possibilities of the Connect One cloud-hosted security management platform, the company described.
Lutron Electronics announced that it continued to advance the lighting control and connected home technology industry at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
OnSSI announced the latest enhancements to its Ocularis video management system that further improves overall security with new features and enhancements.
In its effort to further extend system flexibility and customer options, Vanderbilt recently completed its integration with Mercury Security and is now an Authentic Mercury partner.
It may look like magic, but transforming bare walls and empty space into an ergonomic, high-functioning control room takes serious logistics and design work.
The Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC) awarded its Director’s Award of Distinction to St. Cloud, Fla., and to Lexington, S.C., for the cities’ work to reduce alarm dispatches.
This year’s Super Bowl in Houston depended on several security solutions and companies to ensure safety, including situation management and data correlation capabilities by Vidsys and high-resolution network cameras by Axis.
The Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA) announced the AFAA Annual Meeting and Codes Conference will take place in Monterey Bay - Seaside, Calif., from April 25 to 28.
Changes in technology and increasing customer demands leave no room for complacency for SedonaOffice, a provider of financial and business management software.
Canon U.S.A. has collaborated with the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) on a campaign to bring attention to the risks associated with purchasing counterfeit power accessories, such as batteries, chargers and external flashes.
A 911 communications center serves as the heart of police, fire, paramedic and other public services. Even in smaller municipalities emergency calls can arrive at a rate of one a minute. With lives literally on the line 24/7, there is no opportune time for these centers to fail due to a security breach.
Speco Technologies released SecureGuard 2.1, an update for its video management software that features custom branding capabilities, as well as NAS/DAS archiving.
Quantum Secure’s SAFE Sports and Events Access Manager enables secure and rapid entry to stadiums or other venues, providing a high-quality, high-security customer experience for temporary or limited-engagement events.
Genetec announced the new Genetec Retail Intelligence application, which will filter and analyze incoming video surveillance data to produce actionable intelligence about store operations, buying patterns, and trends.
The Platinum fixed lens mini dome camera 4.1MP Wi-Fi -2.8mm, CMIP3142W-28SWIFI, not only makes for a clean and easy wireless installation, but adds another dimension to forensic evidence — sound.
The Multi-Access Open Platform 5-1 add on feature for LTS DVR tackles camera compatibility, offering more surveillance options by combining IP, with analog video formats HD-TVI, analog, HDCVI, and AHD for a seamless integration.
Tyco Security Products introduced version 4.9 of the American Dynamics’ victor video management system and VideoEdge NVRs, with more powerful, intuitive features designed to put greater system functionality and key information in the hands of security system operators and administrators.
Upgraded VideoXpert VMS dramatically improves unified management of surveillance and security systems with a simple, customizable user interface suitable for both occasional and power users.
ipDatatel announced three new solutions for alarm dealers that are designed to help dealers stay ahead of technology changes in the industry, as well as increase sales with new offerings for their customers.
At ISC West Genetec Inc. will unveil the latest version of Security Center, its unified IP security flagship platform, as well as a new retail intelligence application targeted to retail marketing and operations users.
System Surveyor, a mobile and graphical system design and management tool that simplifies system design, installation and maintenance, announced the release of version 3.6.5, which delivers major enhancements to the Area of Coverage (AoC) coverage tool used to show coverage areas for cameras, motion detectors and other devices.
Ultra-scalable from two to thousands of doors, CA4k Enterprise Security Management software platform, which integrates access control, locking, alarms, video and remote hosted services, has a fresh all-new look and user interface with intuitive icons, trees, multi-view windows and more.
Tyco Security Products introduced the latest version of its EntraPass security software from Kantech with the new EntraPass Go Pass mobile application.
New from Moog Sensor and Surveillance Systems, the MPT-90 is a reimagined pan-and-tilt positioner offering upgraded features including health monitoring, GPS capabilities, additional configuration via multiple ports, and more customization for those customers with very specific application requirements.
AMAG Technology’s Symmetry Blue Reader combines Bluetooth Low Energy with card reading capabilities to deliver integrated access control to open doors.
The System Sensor L-Series covers the full range of candela settings while having the lowest power consumption — up to 35 percent reduction across all settings.
AES Corporation announced the launch of IntelliNet 2.0, bringing alarm dealers and contract central stations the next generation of AES global alarm communication solutions.
S2 Security introduced S2 Magic Monitor Version 4, which provides a unified security management user experience for access control, video surveillance, forensics, digital signage and live Internet feeds.
The Horn/Strobe/Speaker Damage Stoppers are the only UL/cUL Listed guards designed to protect System Sensor SpectrAlert Advanced series of notification appliances.
Honeywell’s new addition to its Lyric Security and Home Control platform seamlessly allows consumers to control their home security and automation systems on their personal devices.
Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduced two new IP cameras — a 2MP PTZ and 12MP Fisheye camera — adding power and value to its growing Illustra IP camera portfolio.
Sielox is adding features to its AnyWare browser-based access control platform to make it faster, easier and more scalable than ever for small to mid-sized businesses.
Viakoo’s unique Automated Surveillance & Access Control Data Stream Verification Solution provides a digital model of networked surveillance and access control systems’ devices to analyze and verify performance, and maintain the overall integrity of their physical security systems.
Dahua Technology’s hybrid multi-sensor PTZ camera offers simultaneous monitoring for a seamless 360-deg. overview, while providing the flexibility to zoom and track objects for a detailed regional view. It incorporates eight 2MP sensors for a 360-deg. field-of-view without blind spots; while the 2MP integrated PTZ provides fast, pan/tilt/zoom functionality.
Hanwha Techwin launched Wisenet X series featuring Hanwha’s new Wisenet 5 self-developed chipset, the most important core technology developed to date by Hanwha Techwin.
Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, introduced the iSTAR Ultra Video, a palm-sized solution that delivers integrated, small-site security scaled for enterprise management and performance.
Arteco Open Connector is an award-winning integration platform that streamlines interoperability between systems, devices and different types of applications, from video security, access control, intrusion and fire detection to building automation, traffic control and parking management through a single intuitive user interface.