Historically, physical security systems and information technology systems dwelt in different silos. Chief security officers and chief information officers ran their respective domains without input from the other. But rapid adoption of IP-based security devices spurred the convergence of physical and information security, bringing the two spheres together. SIA is dedicated to managing disciplines within this convergence.

, , , ,

Using Crowdsourcing to Secure Events

Deployment of a reporting app can vastly increase situational awareness, responsiveness Now that the event industry has rebounded from the COVID-related downturn, the landscape of in-person events has changed significantly. Festivals, sporting events, concerts, exhibitions and conferences all look and feel much different than they did before the pandemic. Not to mention that horrific instances…

Keep Reading »
, , ,

Digital Twins and the Future of Physical Security and Risk Management

Digital Twins Provide New, Dynamic Views of Building Operations Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming ubiquitous; however, when it comes to the enterprise, physical security has remained within the domain of forensics, with outdated manual methods and tools keeping these departments in the dark ages. The result: Facilities are managing expensive, inefficient and wasteful physical security…

Keep Reading »
artificial intelligence
, , ,

Four AI-Focused Sessions You Can’t Miss at ISC West

,

ISC West 2023 is coming up March 28-31 in Las Vegas, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC West recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education@ISC West program, including keynote presentations from top luminaries and 65+ sessions on the most current business trends, technologies and industry developments. Among the robust lineup of…

Keep Reading »
, , , ,

Six Cybersecurity Sessions You Can’t Miss at ISC West

,

ISC West 2023 is coming up March 28-31 in Las Vegas, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC West recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education@ISC West program, including keynote presentations from top luminaries and 65+ sessions on the most current business trends, technologies and industry developments. Among the robust lineup of…

Keep Reading »
ThisPersonDoesNotExist
, ,

The Possible Crisis Before Us: How Deepfakes Could Combine With AI, Blockchain, Quantum and Other Threats

Note: The top image for this story is a series of deepfake images from ThisPersonDoesNotExist.com. Acceleration in digital processes, products and services has created many new and innovative digital solutions, some good and some not so good. We have faced political, digital marketing and health care challenges that created an opportunity for a new digital…

Keep Reading »
, ,

Understanding Different Types and Uses of Video Surveillance Data

Jan. 22-28 is Data Privacy Week, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Data Privacy Advisory Board is marking the occasion with helpful tips and guidance on key data privacy topics. Here, learn about different types and uses of video surveillance data. As artificial intelligence (AI) applications have matured, it has become commonplace to see video cameras shipped…

Keep Reading »
Smart Building Technology
, , , ,

Smart Building Technology: Is it Time You Make the Switch?

, , ,

In 2020, 75% of real estate executives anticipated that smart buildings would become the norm within five years. Now, almost three years after the announcement, many CRE professionals still struggle to incorporate these tools into their overall building strategy…and that is becoming a problem. First things first… What is a Smart Building? Before we dive…

Keep Reading »