As we begin a new year, security professionals are evaluating upgrades and enhancements to safety and security systems. To get started, we're providing foundational resources and ideas in this four-part blog series. In this post, we’ll introduce the three key resources to get started in 2019: Leveraging a free site survey and security assessment Benefits [...]
When it comes to physical and electronic security, today’s IT department has a lot to do and it’s not just about the IP addresses. New Responsibilities for IT Modern IP-enables security solutions bring a host of challenges for hands-on IT departments. Virtually every system used by the security department is now IP-enabled. Computers must be [...]
In the event of an emergency requiring evacuation, organizations will need to account for building and facility occupants. Large facilities with many occupants may struggle to keep track of employee and visitor whereabouts, risking accountability during an emergency. Select an access control solution that secures the building and sensitive areas during normal operations and assists [...]
Organizations of all sizes deserve a fully-functional access control solution that requires minimal maintenance and rarely interrupts business operations. Maintenance and management are a must and, as a result, business interruptions may be an occasional reality. The ideal solution to this challenge is to deploy a system that maximizes efficiency and convenience while guaranteeing a [...]
It’s a risk to manually control visitor and employee access to the lobby, interior stairs, and elevators. This expectation may exceed the capabilities of a lobby attendant, diverting their attention and leaving interior spaces open to vandalism and other malicious activities. Most lobby attendants and security officers are expected to monitor activity and verify the [...]
Controlled substances, such as narcotics in small vials, can be a challenge to secure at healthcare facilities. Staff need regular access through a system that is simple, secure, and accountable. Controlling Access Proper cabinet and drawer construction enable security teams and administrators to provide a safe storage location for narcotics. Traditional lock systems keep unauthorized [...]
The best modern security cameras are high resolution with low storage demands, lower bandwidth, and lower light level capabilities. These cameras make it possible to push video surveillance to the very edge of a campus and that’s rather desirable. Though the cameras may be ready for the challenge, power and network connectivity may still be [...]
Many of us use vehicle gates daily. When we do, multiple security solutions control and monitor our every move. Gates Vehicle barriers, usually arm gates, keep unauthorized vehicles out of secure parking areas and require visitors to check-in for access before entry. Gates can be operated manually by guard staff or opened automatically when a [...]
We live in a connected world. Business teams operate from multiple connected locations and security systems should be interconnected as well. When an emergency alert activates, or criminal act occurs, remote security and administration teams must act. Multiple Systems Modern security solutions contain one or more security systems, unified by system integration, that are leveraged [...]
We run into a lot of systems that are antiquated and not fully integrated. And it’s no surprise. Technology is improving at breakneck speeds and budgets are slow to keep up with security demands. For example, an organization may have installed analog cameras five years ago. The following year they installed an access control and [...]
