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The article focuses on advanced security solutions, featuring products such as Napco's MVP Access Cloud-Hosted Access Control, Krieger's RF and acoustical hybrid doors, and PureTech Systems' AI-boosted video analytics.

The article focuses on the transformation of access control technology through cloud-based solutions, highlighting how this shift is becoming the new norm in the industry. Topics include the importance of cloud architecture in access control systems, the roles of companies such as Brivo, Swiftconnect, and Wavelynx in driving innovation, and the anticipated future developments in enterprise software and middleware.

The article focuses on the importance of interactive mapping in enhancing school safety and emergency response. Topics include the need for comprehensive facility and vicinity mapping, guidelines for emergency responders, and how interactive maps provide real-time, detailed information to improve safety, streamline operations, and reduce costs.

The article evaluates several school security solutions, including the School Security Solutions from NAPCO Security Technologies, the Multi-Technology Readers from STid, and the AC Series Access Control Product Line from Aiphone.

The article presents several categories and winner product systems selected under the security industry's Readers' Choice Awards program in 2022 including winners Allegion's Schlage NDE and LE Locks with Si option under the locks and door hardware category, Invixium IXM TFACE Dual Biometric Reader under the access control hardware category and AXIS Camera Station Secure Entry under access control software category.

The article focuses on the importance of interoperability in integrating access control systems, discussing the differences between "integrated" and "interoperable" systems. It highlights the challenges and benefits of both approaches, emphasizing that while customers and the market are pushing for interoperability, there are downsides to consider for both options.

The article focuses on Catholic Charities' Caritas Center, a facility in Santa Rosa, Calif., providing shelter and services to vulnerable populations, with an emphasis on safety. Topics discussed include the integration of Identiv's access control and video surveillance systems by Blakeslee Electric to create a secure yet welcoming environment, earning recognition in the 2023 Security Vanguard Awards.

The article evaluates several video surveillance product, including the Discreet Camera Enclosures from Parabit Systems, the RCO-6000-CML-4NH-1E Rugged NVR from Premio, and the Avigilon H6SL Cameras from Motorola Solutions.

The article focuses on the vulnerabilities of 125 KHz card reader systems in access control and the ease with which these cards can be duplicated. It discusses the advantages of upgrading to 13.56 MHz MIFARE standard card reader systems, which offer enhanced security features such as encryption and unique encryption keys to prevent unauthorized duplication.

The article evaluates several security equipment including the KS100 Server Cabinet Lock from Hanchett Entry Systems Inc. (HES), the G-Lock magnetic lock for slide and automatic swing doors from EMX Industries, and the Symmetry v8.0.2 access control software from AMAG Technology.

The article mentions security standards for PACS (picture archiving and communication systems) needed to fulfill security systems with FICAM (Federal Identity, Credential, and Access Management) to provide a common set of standards, best practices and implementation guidelines for federal agencies.

Because these devices also put our security at risk, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a guide to help us adjust to a world where seemingly everything is connected and potentially vulnerable. "This "Core Baseline" guide offers recommendations for what loT devices should do and what security features they should possess", says Mike Fagan, a NIST computer scientist and one of the guide's authors. For example, the loT device and its supporting software should gather and authenticate the identity of users trying to access the device, such as by using a username and password. [Extracted from the article]

The article evaluates several school facilities equipment and supplies including Mendola Chair from the Burgess Collection, Tork washroom equipment, and CyberLock Flex System access control system.

The article reviews enterprise integrated security systems which include net10 intelligent access control systems for buildings from Paxton, Symmetry v8.1 access control software from AMAG Technology, and Pro-Watch security management suite from Honeywell.

The article focuses on offering retrofit solution in replacing aging or obsolete access control systems of customers. The factors to consider when choosing a vendor partner to drive retrofit strategy are discussed which include picking the vendor wisely, staying up on the trends, and knowing the marketplace to help in gaining market share and growing the business. Also presented is the case of DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama which upgraded its security management system.

The article reviews the nexTouch keypad access lock from Yale Lock & Hardware, the BN1008FE Fisheye Camera from Bolide Technology Group and the DNA Fusion v6.4 access control software and hardware from Open Options Access Technology.

The author discusses the readiness of Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) to achieve its potentials in the security industry. Topics discussed include the opinions expressed in a panel discussion at the TechSec Solutions Conference including PSIM limitations as cost, exclusivity to enterprise customers, and difficulty to install and maintain as discussed by Dick Beard of KapLogic. Also discussed is the proposed new category Information Management and Display.

The article discusses the release of the Profile C, a physical access control system (PACS) from ONVIF.

The article presents the views of Karen Evans, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Sielox LLC, Runnemede, New Jersey, makers of the Pinnacle access control and event management system software. Evans states that the future of access control will be browser-based and notes the advantages of running access control in a virtual environment. She asserts that technology partnerships and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) relationships are the key focus of the company.