In the sphere of campus security, one huge source of mostly untapped potential is social media. Social media users generate a huge amount of data that can be used by security personnel in a number of facets of campus security…. Read More
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Community College Uses Avigilon Security Camera Technology
Security is of critical importance on college campuses, where the safety of thousands of students and staff is at stake every day. Video surveillance cameras provide an eye in the sky that covers the vast interior and exterior spaces of… Read More
Baltimore County Seeks to Increase School Security
Baltimore County is looking to increase security at its public schools, with a $10 million investment in security equipment. County Executive Kevin Kamenetz is asking the County Council for $2.5 million for equipment this year, and for the remaining $7.5… Read More
Improving Safety in Schools with Physical Security Upgrades
School security has never been a higher priority than it is now, and with many older schools still in operation, school facility managers are searching for ways to improve the security of their individual school within the context of its… Read More
Maximize the Potential of Your Emergency Notification System
As the field of emergency notification systems has evolved, so too has the technology behind it and the number of uses organizations are finding for it. An emergency notification system is no longer limited to simple pager-level technology and can… Read More
Deterrence Security Strategies on College Campuses
Securing college campuses requires a multi-pronged approach that both passively and actively employs strategies to protect the campus. The three fundamentals of security: deter, detect, and delay, are essential in providing a comprehensive security solution on a college campus. In… Read More
Using Forensic Video Data For Campus Security
The security of university campuses is no small task. Campuses can cover many acres and see the ingress and egress of thousands of students, staff, and faculty every day. IP video technology and video analytics are taking campus security to… Read More
Improving School Security
School security has never been a bigger priority and necessity than it is now. Unfortunately in today’s world, schools are the targets of a number of threats ranging from minor vandalism to sex offenders and active shooters. It is imperative… Read More
Keeping Schools Safe
Now more than ever, maintaining the security of students, teachers and faculty at schools is an imperative task. Here is a primer on school security systems. Plan A well-planned security system and security plan will ensure the safety of everyone… Read More