Once exclusively the domain of large enterprises, access control systems have been making the jump to the small business market in recent years. There are several factors that account for this. Small businesses that previously invested in a video surveillance… Read More
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Designing Intelligible Emergency Communication Systems
During an emergency situation, emergency personnel need to be able to communicate with the occupants of a facility in a fast, efficient, and most importantly, intelligible manner. This is easier said than done. Intelligibility of voice communications over a loudspeaker… Read More
What are the Benefits of Wireless Video Surveillance?
Wireless technology has allowed video surveillance to break free of traditional boundaries and is creating greater opportunities for users to integrate wireless surveillance into their security solutions. WiFi-enabled products as well as solar and battery powered products which cut the… 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
How Security Technology is Improving the Retail Experience
With the rise of online shopping on mobile devices, consumers are expecting the same high degree of usability and functionality in their retail shopping experience. In order to meet these expectations, retailers are finding more and more that technology that… Read More
Weatherproofing Outdoor Video Surveillance Systems
Outdoor video surveillance systems play a major role in securing large commercial and industrial facilities. Video security is especially useful in deterring theft and vandalism on commercial and industrial property, as well as giving a clear picture of who was… Read More
New App Makes Mobile Security Monitoring Even Easier
The integration of IP cameras with video monitoring control panels and mobile devices is making monitoring facility security easier, more efficient, and more intuitive than ever. With its Remote Security Control app for its B series Intrusion Control Panels, Bosch… Read More
Learning Security from Robin Williams
In a nice tribute to Robin Williams, Security Today has given us “7 Things Security Professionals Can Learn from Robin Williams.” Using quotes from Williams’ films, Security Today applies the wisdom of Robin to the profession of security, and reminds… Read More
Widespread Adoption of Biometrics Builds Confidence Among Users
For a long time, biometrics were slow to catch on. Today, though still not completely mainstream, the use of biometrics has increased, as businesses and organizations across various industries are becoming more comfortable with biometric verification systems. Enterprises are also… 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