The key to surviving severe weather is early warning. That is why America’s wireless industry is rolling out Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), a new nationwide text emergency alert system that connects users with NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS), FEMA, the… Read More
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Communication & your Security System :: Security Tips from ARK Systems
Emergency situations – ranging in degree from terrorist attacks and deadly shootings to fires, riots, and everything in between – are a business owner’s worst fear. These fears are worsened by inferior or ineffective security systems, especially in terms of… Read More
Thermal Cameras: Quickly Gaining Popularity in the Security Industry
The role of security cameras are crucial in the overall security of a building or facility, especially the monitoring of the building’s perimeter. However, there are certain conditions in which even the best security cameras cannot perform up to expectations…. Read More
Fiber Optics: Interconnecting Fire Alarm Systems in Large Facilities
There are certain larger facilities – such as airports, warehouses, and campuses – that present unique challenges in terms of fire detection and fire control. For buildings such as these, interconnecting all of the local fire alarm control panels to… Read More
Protecting Critical Patient Information :: Physical Access Control
Under HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a patient’s personal information and medical history must be protected both physically and electronically. Because of this, HIPAA also requires healthcare organizations with access to critical patient information to assess their… Read More
Smarter Security Technology: It’s worth the Investment
Despite less than stellar economic times, there are certain business investments that are still worth the investment, like security. Even as the economy struggles, businesses continue to upgrade their security systems, realizing the growing importance of security. And as the… Read More
The Benefits of a City-Wide Surveillance Program :: Security System News
A city-wide surveillance program may seem like a huge undertaking…and it is. But such a surveillance system can be incredibly beneficial and well worth the work. Tips for Establishing a Successful Surveillance System What is your Objective? Before you even… Read More
Physical Access Control: Building a Better Security System with ARK Systems
The term access control is actually fairly vague, covering a wide range of security products, services, and devices. These security solutions include security officers, locks and keys, access cards, key fobs and readers, combination locks, biometric systems, and so much… Read More
RedCloud Awarded Patent for New Security Technology :: Security Systems
RedCloud, a high tech access control system, was recently awarded a patent by the U.S. Patent Office for its revolutionary technology, enabling the integration and convergence of distributed access control network appliances with identity management and IT security information systems…. Read More