The number of users and audit trail entries is limited in a standalone configuration by the available memory and varies among each manufacturer. Source: Security Industry Association (SIA) White Paper
One form of integrated system blends security system functionality with building automation, the type of system that traditionally is used to control heat, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), power and
Although they are sometimes taken for granted, camera lenses are a critical element of video surveillance systems. Choosing the right lens and installing it properly can mean the difference between
Last year was an excellent one for the access control market – and based on comments from a wide range of systems integrators, manufacturers and distributors, 2006 is also likely
The video surveillance market is poised for a great 2006. That’s the consensus among a wide range of security dealer, manufacturer and distributor executives with whom SDM Magazine spoke recently.
As global head of corporate security for Lehman Brothers, Ken Damstrom has been a pioneer in converging physical and logical security. SDM: What are Lehman Brothers’ goals for converging physical
GorskiBill Gorski, president of the Security Industry Association and senior director of business development for Siemens Building Technologies, notes that more and more organizations are integrating (or considering integrating) their
Domed cameras are a good choice for video surveillance systems to address either of two basic needs. When the installation requires the added power and flexibility of a pan/tilt/zoom camera,
Along with the rise in integrated security systems sales has come the need for designers and technicians to develop different skill sets than those used for traditional security systems. In
All types of security systems - including intrusion detection, access control, video surveillance and fire protection - rely on batteries and power supplies. Typically, batteries and power supplies are used