Tue.Mar 19, 2024

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New Solutions for Multifamily Access Control

Security Industry Association

Cloud platforms and mobile credentials offer convenience and security Jennifer Lytle is vice president and general manager, emerging business at LiftMaster. Access control systems for apartments, condominiums and gated communities have evolved from traditional methods such as keys, cards and fobs to more advanced solutions. Smart access control presents an opportunity to foster new client relationships, and security integrators who are serious about growing their business should get in front of

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The U.S.–China Rivalry in a New Medieval Age

The Rand Blog

Trends like weakening governments and fragmenting societies suggest that the era of industrial superpowers is over and we've entered a new medieval age. The U.S.-China rivalry may have more in common with the fitful conflicts of the 14th century than with the cataclysmic world wars of the 20th.

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Optimizing Performance and Cost Savings for Elastic on Pure Storage

Pure Storage

Optimizing Performance and Cost Savings for Elastic on Pure Storage by Pure Storage Blog This article originally appeared on InsideBigData.com. There’s no denying that data is growing at an unprecedented rate and access to this data is crucial for enterprises seeking insights for business growth. As data continues to expand, so does the demand for fast query performance and quick insights.

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Math Teachers’ Efforts Can Really Add Up

The Rand Blog

New RAND research reveals that teachers wield incredible influence in leveling the playing field in math class—and in helping students achieve their full potential.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Minefield of Remote Work

LogisManager

How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Minefield of Remote Work Last Updated: March 19, 2024 While the debate over the productivity of employees working from home continues to rage, another factor that requires special attention in a hybrid or fully remote company is workplace cybersecurity. According to an INTERPOL report , between January and April 2020, there was a significant increase in malicious cyber activities attributed to the pandemic shift to WFH.

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How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Minefield of Remote Work

LogisManager

How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Minefield of Remote Work Last Updated: March 19, 2024 While the debate over the productivity of employees working from home continues to rage, another factor that requires special attention in a hybrid or fully remote company is workplace cybersecurity. According to an INTERPOL report , between January and April 2020, there was a significant increase in malicious cyber activities attributed to the pandemic shift to WFH.

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Security Industry Association Expands Its Team to Better Serve Its Members

Security Industry Association

Rachel Tayag, Adriana Lopez Cadima, Natalie Robinson and Adom Yusuf will support and advance SIA’s efforts and initiatives in learning and development, marketing, member services and standards and technology. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has welcomed four new members to the SIA team to support the association’s members and initiatives: Rachel Tayag, associate director of learning and development; Adriana Lopez Cadima, senior manager of design and videography; Na

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The British Library Cyber Incident Report – Standard or New Lessons?

Plan B Consulting

In this week’s bulletin, Charlie looks into the cyber attack on the British Library and discusses what organisations can take away from the attack. It’s difficult to extract lessons learned from cyber response when you are not the responder. Most organisations don’t like to share their lessons, or when they do, they mainly do so behind closed doors.

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Amplifying School Security With Gunshot Detection Systems

Security Industry Association

Solutions Can Speed Response to the Threat Rich Onofrio is the chief technology officer for Shooter Detection Systems. Gun violence in American schools is a topic that no one likes to think about, much less discuss. Preventive measures should be priorities, including security practices and technologies, and resources should be provided to help students and staff deal with mental health and anger issues before they escalate.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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How to choose the best cloud storage for personal use

Acronis

Get the best cloud storage for personal use. Safeguard your files and access them anywhere. Never lose your data again. Get your personal cloud storage today.

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Tightening the Perimeter With Technology

Security Industry Association

Artificial intelligence and other solutions can turn security from reactive to proactive Jamie Bradford is the director of technology solutions at Evolon. In recent months, there has been a noticeable evolution within the security sector, a transition from traditional physical defenses to technological solutions. This significant shift has greatly enhanced the scope and effectiveness of perimeter defense strategies, propelling solutions beyond the conventional reliance on physical barriers and p

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Build More Resilient Operations with PagerDuty Incident Management by Laura Chu

PagerDuty

Mitigating business risk is a key enterprise priority. To avoid unnecessary exposure to the business, technical teams need a proactive approach to managing incidents. While this is a well-known challenge, it’s also much easier said than done. Over the years, many organizations have cobbled together their own bespoke processes for managing different types of incidents.

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Improving Visitor Management With Lighting Technologies

Security Industry Association

External illumination boosts accuracy of biometric solutions Eddie Reynolds is the president and CEO of iluminar. Visitor management is a critical aspect of every physical security plan. Verifying the identity of patrons and guests before granting access to a facility is essential for maintaining a safe environment. Over the last decade, airports, government facilities, banks, data centers and other institutions have increasingly adopted contactless, biometric technology systems, such as facial

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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How AI Can Transform Integrated Security

Security Industry Association

The potential is great, though challenges remain James Segil is the vice president of marketing and inside sales, video security and access control at Motorola Solutions. The physical and cybersecurity world is dynamic and fast-paced, with security experts constantly looking for ways to automate, optimize and enhance their security efforts. In the rapidly evolving landscape of security services, one trend is clear: the move toward artificial intelligence (AI).

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Security Shifts: The Technology Trends Creating a Safer World

Security Industry Association

Cloud and AI are remaking video surveillance Steve Prodger is the chief revenue officer for Arcules. It is quite clear that technology is undergoing significant changes, and it is largely thanks to major advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. These developments are in line with what experts like Bill Gates have been predicting: a significant boom in technology over the next few years, driven by the increasing power of AI.

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Mobile Credentials: A Seamless and Sustainable Approach to Access

Security Industry Association

As mobile credentials become ubiquitous, mobile access systems become more powerful Sanjit Bardhan is vice president and head of mobile for HID Global. Picture going to the office and quickly entering by just tapping a smartphone against a digital reader. There is no searching for keycards or badges, just seamless access granted. As you make your way through the building, from the lobby to your designated floor, the lighting adjusts automatically to your presence.

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How to Improve the Integrator-End User Relationship

Security Industry Association

A cloud-based business software solution ensures accuracy and accessibility Maureen Carlson is the co-founder and vice president of growth for System Surveyor. In the world of physical security integration, simply installing equipment and providing passable customer service along the way is not enough. As integrated systems grow more complex and intelligent devices require more consistent lifecycle maintenance to perform at their best, it will be up to integrators and end users alike to adopt bu

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Brain Fog HQ: Memory Enhancement Techniques for Professional Development

Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion

In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha

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Balancing Wireless Innovation With Wired Reliability

Security Industry Association

Integrating both approaches advances convenience, security and sustainability in smart buildings Richard Kasslack is the senior vice president of sales and corporate development at NVT Phybridge. In the realm of smart building technologies, the evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT) has led to a significant transformation in networking needs, bringing forth not only the question of data connectivity but also the crucial issue of power delivery to each endpoint.

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Surveillance and Beyond: How Autonomous Indoor Drones Address Security and Operational Challenges

Security Industry Association

The security industry finds itself at the heart of a technological renaissance. Indoor drones, in particular, herald a new era of security solutions. These aerial devices are redefining the boundaries of surveillance and safety in real time, showcasing the fusion of technology and practical application in meeting today’s security challenges. The Evolution of Indoor Drones Gil Brudner is the director of product at Indoor Robotics.