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How Robots and Drones Are Shaping the Future of Security

November 15, 2018

The adoption of technology within security operations is table stakes, and the use of equipment like IP cameras is a practice that is synonymous with surveillance. Since the introduction of this type of equipment dates back more than 20 years, however, security professionals are quickly realizing that their use of technology must consider new threats and advancements in today’s workplace. Innovations in machine learning, computer vision, and robotics are expected to have a profound impact across multiple product categories in security operations.

ISC East 2018 Opens, With More Opportunities Than Ever

November 14, 2018

ISC East 2018 officially opened this morning with a ceremony announcing it bigger and better than ever. For the first time, this year’s event is co-located with two other very timely and relevant events: the Unmanned Security Expo New York and Infosecurity North America.

What Do You Know About Cloud-Based Access Control?

You probably think you understand what cloud-based access control is all about; but these 3 key trends and benefits may surprise you.

Karyn Hodgson

November 12, 2018

To many security dealers and integrators, cloud-based access control is something that utilizes a cloud-first or cloud-only approach.

11 Ways to Maximize the Value of Your Security Company

From focusing on a vertical market to treating your competitors fairly, financial experts offer advice on what really matters to potential buyers.

Joan Engebretson

November 5, 2018

The owner or owners of almost every security dealer consider selling their company at some time.

Security as Playmaker at the World Cup

The 2018 World Cup required the involvement of a significant number of service providers and installers, complex integrations, and years of planning to provide physical security to the stadiums. Here’s a peek at a slice of that work.

Maggie Shein

November 1, 2018

The World Cup is one of the biggest international sporting events. Almost half of the world’s population tuned in to watch the month-long 2010 World Cup in South Africa, according to FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association).

Security Leadership Gained, Leadership Lost

Learn about these four negative habits or traits that can diminish your respect as a leader.

October 29, 2018

There are many excellent subject-matter experts that pen books and articles about gaining and exhibiting specific leadership qualities.

Thinking Outside the Box About CO & Smoke Detectors

Fire and life safety codes determine critical CO and smoke detector functionality — and that’s a good thing. But products can be even better when manufacturers think beyond code requirements.

Joan Engebretson

October 22, 2018

The use of smoke and CO detectors in customer installations is driven, in large part, by fire protection and life safety codes, which also drive the specifications for the detectors that manufacturers build.

Feeding the Growing Appetite for Video Surveillance Data

The increasing value of information is driving the demand for reliable, high-capacity, advanced video storage systems.

Derek Rice

October 15, 2018

Historically, storage has been a challenge for video system designers and installers, with requirements rising along with camera resolutions. The addition of big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), integrated systems and IT applications to the mix have multiplied storage needs exponentially.

SDM 2018 Systems Integrator of the Year: LVC Companies Inc.

An entrepreneurial spirit driven by a desire to service a diverse customer base; a new president/CEO who comes at a time when the company needed to restructure; and a corporate culture that blends personal responsibility with a plan to set employees up to succeed are just a few of the features of this year’s Systems Integrator of the Year.

Karyn Hodgson

October 9, 2018

LVC Companies Inc. (formerly Low Voltage Contractors) began as it would continue — as an entrepreneurial leap of faith brought about by a customer’s need.