Identity Management
Verifying user access to resources in a system involves the use of a strong identity management system. Identity management is the process of ensuring only authorized individuals obtain access to specific assets for appropriate uses. Enterprises can apply identity management across alarm, access control and video surveillance systems to speed recognition of sanctioned personnel.
StoneLock Delivers Speed and Agility Through Innovation
StoneLock Brings Speed and Agility Through Innovation StoneLock, an innovative designer, and manufacturer of secure facial-recognition access control solutions, marked 2016 as a pivotal year for the company. The year was characterized by their entry into new markets, including government, and the forging of new partnerships and integrations with nearly all the leading physical access…
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Biometric Technology: Recognition on the Rise
Security Industry Luminaries Recognized at SIA Honors Night
SIA Honors included the Lippert Ward, the Jay Hauhn Award, and the Insightful Practitioner Award along with Women in Biometrics Awards New York, NY — On Thursday night, the Security Industry Association (SIA) recognized outstanding leaders in the security industry during SIA Honors Night at Chelsea Piers in New York City. “In 2016, the Security…
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Recipients of Women in Biometrics Awards to Be Recognized at SIA Honors Night
SIA and SecureIDNews announce 2016 award recipients; winners to be honored at gala event held during ISC East. Silver Spring, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) and SecureIDNews (a publication of AVISIAN) will salute recipients of the 2016 Women in Biometrics Awards at SIA Honors Night in New York City on Nov. 16. The…
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Women in Biometrics Awards to Be Presented at SIA Honors Night
Nominations remain open through Oct. 15; awards to be presented by SIA and SecureIDNews on Nov. 16. Silver Spring, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced today that nominations are being accepted for the 2016 Women in Biometrics Awards. The awards, which are co-presented by SIA and SecureIDNews, were launched to recognize innovative women…
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Facial Recognition: Made to Order for Courthouse Safety
Among the nation’s array of government offices, one of the most visible targets for violence is the common county courthouse. Often subject to tight budgets that limit manpower and technology, courthouses can be seen as an extension of “government” and all that it represents to many would-be attackers. Courthouses are also the scene of countless…
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In a Hand or a Face
Fingerprints, facial recognition and other biometrics can make banking more secure As society becomes more technologically sophisticated, so does the way we manage and protect our money. Long gone are the days of hiding money under the mattress, or even needing to write a check by hand. But with the convenience of ATMs, online banking…
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House Homeland Security Committee Passes SIA-Backed Visa Bill
The Strong Visa Integrity Secures America Act aims to improve visa applicant vetting and overall visa security measures. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The House Homeland Security Committee Wednesday approved H.R. 5253, the Strong Visa Integrity Secures America Act, which is aimed at improving visa applicant vetting and overall visa security measures. During markup of the bill, sponsor Rep.…
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2016 SIA Government Summit Unveils Agenda
Summit experts to discuss identity management, the Internet of Things, transportation security trends and more. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The SIA Government Summit will host several critically important discussions on national security topics ranging from drones to transportation security to identity management over the course of the conference, to be held June 15-17, 2016, at…
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SIA Working Group Contributions Reflected in CSI MasterFormat
Panel’s recommended overhaul of Division 28 included in document Silver Spring, Md. — The 2016 edition of MasterFormat from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC), which contains extensive recommendations from a Security Industry Association (SIA) working group, is now available. MasterFormat provides an organizational structure that is an important tool in…
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