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Explore expert insights on IP-network-based security, drone defense, cybersecurity, access control, and AI's impact on integrated systems for security integrators.

]]> https://www.sdmmag.com/rss/2231 en-us Beyond the Buzzwords: What Security Integration Really Looks Like Today hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) Terms like ‘single pane of glass,’ ‘AI’ and ‘consultative selling’ may dominate today’s security conversations, but real-world integrations remain far more complex.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105485 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105485-beyond-the-buzzwords-what-security-integration-really-looks-like-today Autonomous Security Solutions: The Next Frontier hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) Industry veterans and pioneers explain why they believe autonomous security solutions like robots and drones are going to be the next big thing in security.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105134 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105134-autonomous-security-solutions-the-next-frontier Taking the Right Steps for a Unified Cybersecurity Posture hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) Physical and cybersecurity are no longer siloed — they are one and the same. And security integrators need to be prepared for what that means for their business today and in the future.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104817 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104817-taking-the-right-steps-for-a-unified-cybersecurity-posture BadgePass & PDK Announce Integration to Streamline Credential Issuance and Simplify Access Management This new integration allows BadgeHub partners and end-users to issue secure physical credentials for immediate use within the PDK platform. With the ability to sync cardholder data instantly, users can manage credentials and access permissions all from within BadgeHub.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104562 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:05:42 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104562-badgepass-and-pdk-announce-integration-to-streamline-credential-issuance-and-simplify-access-management Integrated Security Solutions for Changing Markets Manufacturers and tech vendors weigh in on how AI is being incorporated into integrated solutions and what it’s doing for customers of all sizes.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104534 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104534-integrated-security-solutions-for-changing-markets Open Architecture Offers Distinct Advantages With a broad ecosystem of partners from which to choose, public safety agencies can respond more easily to emerging threats and opportunities. By enabling seamless integration of diverse technologies — such as AI-driven video analytics, automated incident response tools, and body-worn cameras — open systems empower public safety teams to reduce latency, maintain vendor choice, and build a more resilient, unified infrastructure.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/104336 Thu, 29 May 2025 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/104336-open-architecture-offers-distinct-advantages Security Amplified: Audio’s Impact Speaks Volumes About Preventive Security stepanekl@bnpmedia.com (Laura Stepanek) Audio is a powerful tool for crime prevention, especially when integrated with other solutions.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104304 Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/104304-security-amplified-audios-impact-speaks-volumes-about-preventive-security What Drives The Top 3 Access Control Vertical Markets? stepanekl@bnpmedia.com (Laura Stepanek) Security professionals discuss what is driving growth in access control among end users in healthcare, education, and small/medium businesses, suggesting systems and technologies that address their pain points.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103948 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103948-what-drives-the-top-3-access-control-vertical-markets The Layers of Cybersecurity & Access Control Cybersecurity is an integral part of today's security solutions. It is a multilayered effort that requires manufacturers, dealers and integrators, and end users to contribute to the protection of the system.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103884 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103884-the-layers-of-cybersecurity-and-access-control How Integrators Are Navigating the Next Era of AI-Enabled Security Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) Find out how security integrators are addressing the rapid adoption of AI technologies, overcoming cost challenges, implementing advanced solutions for clients, and improving internal business efficiency with AI.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103692 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103692-how-integrators-are-navigating-the-next-era-of-ai-enabled-security-part-2 How Integrators Are Navigating the Next Era of AI-Enabled Security Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) Find out how security integrators are addressing the rapid adoption of AI technologies, overcoming cost challenges, implementing advanced solutions for clients, and improving internal business efficiency with AI.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103690 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103690-how-integrators-are-navigating-the-next-era-of-ai-enabled-security-part-1 Why Audio Data Is the Missing Link in Security Strategies Discover how integrating audio data analytics into security systems enhances situational awareness and proactive threat detection.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/103642 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/103642-why-audio-data-is-the-missing-link-in-security-strategies LYNN Offers Custom Engraving & Branding for Enclosures, Plates, & Panels Custom engraving is available for most metal and plastic products, including LYNN’s popular TheNID, SlimFIT, and HyperDrop lines.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103200 Wed, 29 May 2024 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103200-lynn-offers-custom-engraving-and-branding-for-enclosures-plates-and-panels Countering the Threat: Exploring Trends in Drone Defense Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) Surveying the burgeoning market for counter-drone technology, we delve into the latest trends and opportunities driving security integrators’ efforts to safeguard against airborne threats.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103158 Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103158-countering-the-threat-exploring-trends-in-drone-defense Notorious Botnet Has Resurfaced to Exploit End-of-Life Routers & IoT Devices A recent report by Black Lotus Labs has revealed a multi-year campaign aimed at vulnerable small home/small office (SOHO) routers.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103018 Wed, 08 May 2024 15:37:12 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103018-notorious-botnet-has-resurfaced-to-exploit-end-of-life-routers-and-iot-devices Calculating the Hidden Costs of Video Security Every professional video installation has hidden costs. Whether it’s a new system or system upgrade, the estimated cost of equipment and installation never really represents the true bottom line.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103047 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:13:02 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/103047-calculating-the-hidden-costs-of-video-security Business Software Is Like a Holster — It Needs to Fit Just Right There are many brand-name, sector-agnostic business solutions on the market, but security companies ultimately find that getting them to function at a baseline level is expensive, time-consuming and frustrating.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/102946 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:30:49 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/102946-business-software-is-like-a-holster-it-needs-to-fit-just-right Business-Enabled Security: From Data to Insights Industry experts talk the tech and trends that are enabling security solutions to deliver business insights.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102934 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102934-business-enabled-security-from-data-to-insights Surveying the Trends & Horizons in OT/ICS Cybersecurity Ongoing integration of organizations’ information technology (IT) and OT environments revealed new cybersecurity hurdles to be overcome in areas such as supply chain vulnerabilities and complexities around protection of legacy systems.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/102888 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:51:54 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/102888-surveying-the-trends-and-horizons-in-ot-ics-cybersecurity How You Can Use the Cloud to Secure More School Projects As threats change and vulnerabilities present themselves, the cloud allows for easily adding new technologies to combat current and emerging threats.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/102861 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:37:13 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/102861-how-you-can-use-the-cloud-to-secure-more-school-projects AMG Introduces Fiber Optic Video & Data Product Line AMG sees an application for these new fiber optic products to support a new generation of multi-megapixel coaxial cameras with the need for ultra-high security.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102811 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:30:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102811-amg-introduces-fiber-optic-video-and-data-product-line Axis Announces Support for IEEE 802.1AE MACsec, Enhancing Encryption With AXIS OS 11.8, MACsec is enabled by default. Data is encrypted at the Ethernet Layer 2 network level, safeguarding the integrity of data being transferred between Axis devices and MACsec-enabled Ethernet switches.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102802 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:15:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102802-axis-announces-support-for-ieee-8021ae-macsec-enhancing-encryption The New DICE Awarded Patent for its Cybersecure Automated Network This technology automates, streamlines  and manages on-site devices, delivering unparalleled security and ease-of-use for the security industry. The patent was issued on January 2, 2024.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102800 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102800-the-new-dice-awarded-patent-for-its-cybersecure-automated-network What's Driving Trends & Innovations in License Plate Recognition? Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) Explore the technological and use case dynamics that are reshaping the LPR landscape, and opening new revenue opportunities for security integrators.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102660 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102660-whats-driving-trends-and-innovations-in-license-plate-recognition Confronting Cybersecurity Challenges Head-On Boschr@bnpmedia.com (Rodney Bosch) As digital threats loom large, manufacturers and security integrators are uniting to fortify the defenses of physical security systems. Discover how these industry players are navigating varied complexities and helping safeguard end users in the evolving realm of cybersecurity.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102557 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102557-confronting-cybersecurity-challenges-head-on How to Choose the Right Cloud Architecture for Your Customers stepanekl@bnpmedia.com (Laura Stepanek) Learn about some common configurations of cloud video and questions to ask to determine the best one for your customers’ operations.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102237 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102237-how-to-choose-the-right-cloud-architecture-for-your-customers Physical Security Operations: Costs of Not Being Enterprise-Ready While physical security departments understand the need to manage and protect their IP-based devices, they often face a number of challenges. 

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/102203 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:14:24 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/102203-physical-security-operations-costs-of-not-being-enterprise-ready How to Elevate Opportunities With Drone & Robot Technologies stepanekl@bnpmedia.com (Laura Stepanek) Security integrators recognize the customer benefits of autonomous security technologies like security robots, surveillance drones, and drone detection systems. But they admit the hurdles to sales are high.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102195 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102195-how-to-elevate-opportunities-with-drone-and-robot-technologies Surveillance Bridge Now Supports VIVOTEK VAST Security Station According to the announcement, this new integration empowers organizations to protect their data to satisfy compliance requirements, corporate mandates and to cost-effectively increase storage capacity.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102199 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102199-surveillance-bridge-now-supports-vivotek-vast-security-station CPSS Integrates Security System for Academy in Florida Real-life applications of security technologies.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102155 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102155-cpss-integrates-security-system-for-academy-in-florida