Video Surveillance
The most rapidly growing sector of the security industry is undoubtedly video surveillance, which has seen fast adoption with a boost in video quality and a drop in system prices. Video surveillance systems empower security personnel to see across vast enterprises, but they also provide other benefits such as demonstrating patterns in customer behavior.
There Is More to Cameras Than Megapixels
For systems integrators, it is not enough to sell megapixels alone. Sure, the number is important, but ultimately end users want to know the value proposition and how the camera will help solve security, safety or other challenges at the protected premises. Users want to be able to target specific areas with technology that resolves…
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All in One Security: Introducing the Intelligent Security Operations Center
An intelligent security operations center can enhance situational awareness and effectiveness The threat landscape is changing rapidly, becoming more sophisticated and complex with each incident. Those responsible for keeping people, property and assets safe need a comprehensive and cohesive approach to security. To protect what matters most, organizations of all sizes and industries must take…
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SIA Technology Insights – Fall 2019
In every issue of SIA Technology Insights, we try to look to the cutting edge (and sometimes even to the bleeding edge) of security technology, to ensure you stay current with the steady whir of technology change. This edition examines the new world of security, where everything is online, machines are learning to perform tasks and threats can come from anywhere in the world.
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3 Smart City Technologies Improving Security and Transportation
Smart cities offer solutions to our greatest urban challenges. Rising crime rates, traffic congestion and inefficient utility use are all issues that smart cities seek to address. For these metropolises, the goal is to gather both real-time information and trends over time that can inform business, operations and tactical decisions. There are several factors driving…
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SIA Analysis of Acquisition Rules Related to NDAA Prohibition of Chinese Video Surveillance Products
This preliminary analysis covers the interim final rule implementing Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal 2019 (P.L. 115-232) which prohibits procurement of certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance products. This rule was published and became effective August 13, 2019. This analysis focuses specifically on the video surveillance equipment and services covered, and SIA will update this analysis with additional insight or information as needed.
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Webinar: SIA Member Briefing on NDAA Requirements
Regulation Implementing NDAA Procurement Ban Announced
On the afternoon of Aug. 7, 2019, the pre-publication version of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) rule implementing the first subsection of the procurement prohibition on certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance equipment was posted. It is anticipated that the rule will be published in the Federal Register as early as Thursday, Aug. 8 (regulations.gov).…
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Webinar: How Can Video Provide ROI to Retailers?
Hazard Counting: How Hardened Video Cameras Can Secure the Most Dangerous of Sites
Video surveillance technology is a key component of security plans for enterprise organizations. And nowhere is this more true than at oil and gas production sites, critical infrastructure facilities, and manufacturing locations that are considered “hazardous environments.” Here, protection, safety and security go hand-in-hand with operations management, and video technology is at the heart of…
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At the Center of It All
Following a set of best practices can lead to a more effective GSOC There recently has been a renewed focus on the heart of an organization’s security posture – the global security operations center (GSOC). Gone are the days when the GSOC was an afterthought on the road to securing a space. Today’s GSOCs are…
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