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Find articles published in the SIA Technology Insights journal, a twice-annual journal focusing on emerging security technologies, and authored by SIA members.
Data, Data Everywhere
The Right Tools Can Make Security Information Actionable – Even Predictive Updated Feb. 24, 2023 The future of the security industry is right in front of us, and it is being driven by data from sensors, smart devices, mobile phones, and other intelligent technologies. This connected environment leads to new opportunities to make informed, real-time…
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Four Video Surveillance Trends Alarm Companies Need to Know
Emerging Technologies Can Strengthen Partnerships, Build RMR During the past two years, organizations around the globe have increased their reliance on video surveillance. The explanation as to why is both simple and intricate all at once: Video has become the source of advanced security and operational insights that enables leaders to adapt to the contemporary…
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Knowing Is More Than Half the Battle
Protective Intelligence Technology Can Turn Data Into Insights and Action Physical security teams are in a state of telemetry overload. From CCTV cameras to access control systems to the vast number of public records databases used to investigate threat actors and persons of concern, teams have more data and more information at their fingertips than…
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Getting Ahead in the Cloud
Leaving Behind On-Premises Access Control Is a Step Toward the Future The shift has begun. Or, more accurately, is gaining momentum. Since 2020 and the pandemic-induced hybrid workplace, IT and security teams have faced mounting pressure to reevaluate their physical access control. Many teams have found that their on-premises systems simply will not cut it…
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Turning Security From Reactive to Proactive
Intelligent Video Monitoring Can Be Used to Prevent, Not Just Investigate, Crimes Video surveillance has become the primary data source for security and insights that help businesses operate. Typically, video is a reactive process used to investigate a crime after damage has been done. But more impactful solutions are now available. Proactive video monitoring (PVM)…
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SIA Technology Insights – Spring 2022
SIA Technology Insights is a journal produced semiannually by SIA that distills the most current thinking for applying today’s security technologies.
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Using Technology to Bring Employees Back Safely: Touchless Access Control and Other Solutions Enhance Both Security and Health
Will we ever return to the office for good? The rise of the Omicron variant and the pandemic’s rapid resurgence has forced companies to postpone office return dates. However, many companies will soon welcome people back, and they will need to address people’s safety concerns in the process. A Gartner survey of global HR leaders…
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Putting Video in a Container: Containerization Technology Can Provide an Integrated and Future-Proof C2 Platform
Video management systems (VMS) will always be necessary for mission-critical organizations because they are the foundational application that security systems are built upon. Therefore, VMS architecture should promote interoperability, scalability and reliability. Historically, one of the biggest challenges in video surveillance deployments has been ensuring the ability to scale a system as the need arises.…
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Integrating Technologies, Security and Privacy: Hospital Security Systems Must Do More Than Lock Doors and Record Video
Health care facilities are faced with a considerable number of challenges. The responsibility to balance security with a welcoming and therapeutic environment demands a unique approach that involves security leaders, the IT department and the C-suite. Paramount to this idea is executing a multilayered strategy that includes creative security solutions, staff safety training and the…
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The Unique Benefits of CCTV Towers: Overt Security Has Its Advantages
Retailers have had cameras, both inside and outside their stores, since the VCR made it economical. Traditionally, the cameras have been hidden in corners, mounted on light poles, or attached to the sides of buildings. But that is changing. Now when visiting retailers, customers might actually notice the cameras because they are not subtly installed…
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