Archive for the ‘Public Safety’ Category

• Crime Rates Rise in the Summer

  • June 15th, 2023
  • Posted in Access Control, Audiovisual Systems, Commercial Security, Integration, Networked Security, Public Safety, Security Technology, surveillance cameras, surveillance monitoring, Systems Integration, Video Surveillance
  • Tags: commercial security, crime rates, security strategies, security systems, summer crime

  As the weather continues to warm up and more people spend time outside of their homes to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, there’s a problem everyone should be aware of—crime rates rise in the summer. This is an issue… Read More

• Mass Shootings: A Case For Better Access Control

  • April 20th, 2023
  • Posted in Access Control, Public Safety, School Security, School Shooters, surveillance monitoring, Video Surveillance
  • Tags: access control, access control systems, mas shootings, public security, school security, surveillance monitoring, Video surveillance

  The U.S. has experienced two high-profile mass shootings in just two weeks, and they make a strong case for why facilities need to beef up their access control. The best ways to keep your facility safe and secure are to… Read More

• Tightening Security for the Holiday Season

  • November 23rd, 2022
  • Posted in Access Control, ARK Systems, Commercial Security, Integration, Public Safety, Security Technology, Video Surveillance
  • Tags: Business security, commercial security, holiday security, security systems, Security Trends

  The holiday season is stressful for both homes and businesses. With crimes such as theft, robbery, and personal larceny on the rise, everyone needs to be more alert and tighten up their security during this season. For businesses, theft is… Read More

• What are the Benefits of Central Station Alarm Monitoring?

  • August 11th, 2022
  • Posted in Access Control, Commercial Security, Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Safety, Fire Sprinkler Systems, Integration, Public Safety, School Security, Security Technology, Systems Integration
  • Tags: alarm monitoring, central monitoring station, central station alarm monitoring, fire alarm systems, security integration, security systems

  Alarm systems are an absolute necessity, but there are ways to make these systems work a little harder for your facility. One of the best ways to upgrade your alarm system is by having them connected to central station alarm… Read More

• Refocusing on the Importance of Safety and Security for Houses of Worship as Reopenings Begin

  • May 20th, 2021
  • Posted in Public Safety
  • Tags: houses of worship, reopenings, Safety, security

  Houses of worship are meant to be pillars of the community that they serve. There’s a reason such gatherings are called congregations, after all. While the type of worship services may differ, there is no question that they all need… Read More

• Thermal Imaging Dilemmas: Retaining Temperature Scanners After the Pandemic

  • January 29th, 2021
  • Posted in Public Safety
  • Tags: Imaging, public safety, thermal imaging

  There is no doubt that thermal imaging technology has become indispensable. Temperature scanners are less-invasive ways to test incoming clients, customers, and patrons to see if they have a fever. Fever is one of the most common symptoms of COVID-19…. Read More