Archive for October 2019
Security Industry Association Introduces New SIA Center of Excellence
This new online repository of security industry learning and development tools and resources is designed to improve individual, team and organizational performance. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled the new SIA Center of Excellence, a member-driven learning consortium for education, research and training resources serving the security industry. This online repository…
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More POwEr: How Much Can Power Over Ethernet Deliver?
Finally, it happened. On Sept. 27, 2018, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) formally approved IEEE 802.3bt-2018 and published it as an amendment to the 802.3 standard in January. Titled “Physical Layer and Management Parameters for Power over Ethernet over 4 pairs,” this amendment “represents a substantial change to the capabilities of Ethernet…
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SIA Announces Keynote and Featured Speakers for Securing New Ground 2019
Top C-level executives and security directors will headline the security industry’s executive conference Oct. 29-30 in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2019 keynote and featured speakers for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s annual executive conference taking place at the Grand Hyatt New York in…
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How Video, Big Data and Analytics Are Providing Insights and Driving Efficiency in the Retail Sector
It’s no secret that the retail industry is growing more competitive by the day as brick-and-mortar store owners attempt to hold their own against online behemoths offering reduced prices and fast shipping. In this environment, customer experience is becoming increasingly intertwined with sales. Thanks to recent advancements in video capture and data management, retailers are…
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Introduction to Cloud-Based Access Systems
As the security industry expands to keep up with modern businesses’ needs, new technology is modernizing and improving access control. While current access control solutions are still satisfactory for many companies, cloud-based access control systems are steadily growing in popularity. Many access control experts are predicting a sharp increase in the number of customers who…
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Overview of Access Control Systems
Basic Access Control Access control is modernizing security for businesses everywhere. As companies grow and expand, it becomes more important for them to develop complex security systems that are still easy to use. Access control can solve these issues and streamline daily processes that often cause unnecessary headaches in the workplace. This article will provide…
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U.S. Commerce Department Places Restrictions on Chinese Video Surveillance and AI Firms
Chinese firms placed on “Entity List” due to implication in human rights violations On Monday, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued a rule that places Dahua and Hikvision among eight Chinese companies and 20 Chinese public security bureaus on the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security “Entity List.” The Entity List imposes certain export…
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Steve Van Till to Receive the Security Industry Association’s 2019 Lippert Award
The Brivo president and CEO will be recognized for his outstanding security industry service and leadership at SIA Honors Night Nov. 20 in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected Steve Van Till – co-founder, president and CEO of Brivo – as the 2019 recipient of the George R. Lippert…
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Security Industry Association to Present Maureen Carlo With the 2019 SIA Progress Award
Carlo, committee chair of the SIA Women in Security Forum, will be recognized at SIA Honors Night Nov. 20 in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Maureen Carlo, director of strategic alliances – North America at BCD International, as the 2019 recipient of the SIA Progress Award, an honor…
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