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For many organizations, Excel or Google Sheets are the default tools for documenting assessments, tracking vulnerabilities, and monitoring remediation. Despite the rise of specialized platforms and integrated systems, more than 90% of organizations still rely on these tools to document assessments and track risk.
Manual tracking, fragmented reporting, and email-based coordination are limiting how organizations prioritize and reduce enterprise risk.

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Building a robust workforce requires a strategic and multifaceted approach. By crafting a strong employer brand, offering competitive compensation and benefits, investing in professional development, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusion, and utilizing advanced recruitment techniques, your organization can attract and retain top talent in the security industry.
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High-pressure incidents often expose the strengths and weaknesses of an organization's communication, leadership and decision-making long before technology becomes the determining factor.
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Industry News

Reader voting will determine the winning products in 20 categories, with winners and honorable mentions to be recognized later this year.
Voting is now open for the 2026 SecurityInfoWatch Readers' Choice Product Awards, recognizing the year's top security products across 20 categories.
July 16, 2026
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LSA's third annual Global Thought Leaders program recognizes professionals influencing the future of the security and life safety industry.
The Life Safety Alliance's 2026 Top Global Thought Leaders in Security and Life Safety list expanded to 41 honorees after a tie for the final position, while new scoring categories...
July 15, 2026
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The warning identifies communications, energy, healthcare, financial services, defense and state and local government among the critical infrastructure sectors most at risk from the ongoing campaign.
The joint cybersecurity advisory urges organizations to harden routers and other network devices against an ongoing Russian government-sponsored campaign targeting critical infrastructu...
July 14, 2026
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Kastle says its five executive appointments add operational, technology, sales and marketing expertise to support the company's next phase of enterprise growth.
Kastle CEO Haniel Lynn tells SecurityInfoWatch why changing customer expectations, not simply company growth, drove the company’s largest leadership expansion in more than two...
July 13, 2026

Security Executives

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For midmarket organizations and the managed service providers (MSPs) that support them, the impact of AI on security has become increasingly painful.
As autonomous AI agents gain the authority to access systems, trigger workflows, and influence security operations, organizations can no longer rely on governance models designed...
July 10, 2026
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This new guidance is a broader, three-pillar blueprint: secure the DNS infrastructure, ensure the integrity of DNS systems and configurations, and implement Protective DNS as a cybersecurity control.
NIST's landmark revision elevates DNS from overlooked network infrastructure to a strategic cybersecurity control, redefining how organizations strengthen resilience, implement...
July 6, 2026
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Automation, cloud adoption, and the rise of AI-driven workflows are rapidly increasing the number of non-human identities operating inside enterprise environments. Each one is a potential entry point.
Machine identities now outnumber human users across most enterprises, yet many remain unmanaged, overprivileged, and virtually invisible to security teams. Understanding how attackers...
July 6, 2026
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As AI rapidly transforms both the threat landscape and enterprise operations, directors are increasingly expected to oversee risks that extend well beyond traditional cybersecurity.
In this SecurityInfoWatch Executive Q&A, Nick Kakolowski of IANS and Steve Martano of Artico Search examine new benchmark findings that reveal why the quality of boardroom dialogue...
June 30, 2026

Integrators

Travis Deatherage, left, president of LINX Multimedia, and Pete Keller, chief financial officer of Integrated Protection Services, have been appointed to the PSA Network's board of directors.
The PSA Network (PSA) has appointed Travis Deatherage, president of LINX Multimedia, and Pete Keller, chief financial officer of Integrated Protection Services (IPS), to its board...
July 16, 2026
Gary Hinton will remain with North Carolina Sound as a strategic advisor following the company's acquisition by Cobalt Service Partners.
Cobalt Service Partners said the addition of North Carolina Sound marks its 21st acquisition since December 2023 and its fourth completed in 2026.
July 14, 2026
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Business analytics and benchmarking tools are central to the Electronic Security Association's Industry Research Center, which is expanding its research initiatives with guidance from a newly formed advisory council.
The Electronic Security Association says the new advisory council will help guide the strategic direction of its Industry Research Center and support development of the upcoming...
July 9, 2026
Michael Cox (left) and Scott R. Elkins will work together to lead Zeus Fire and Security's next phase of growth, with Cox overseeing day-to-day operations and Elkins focusing on long-term strategy, acquisitions and industry relationships.
Elkins says Zeus Fire and Security’s leadership transition is designed to strengthen the company’s executive team while maintaining its acquisition-driven growth strategy.
July 7, 2026

Video Surveillance

SoFi Stadium has standardized on the Genetec Security Center platform to manage more than 3,000 cameras, 700 readers and other physical security systems across its campus.
SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park have standardized on the Genetec Security Center platform to unify video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition and ...
July 16, 2026
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ADI's new Araknis 830 is designed for high-demand residential and light commercial networks.
ADI has expanded its Araknis Wi-Fi 7 lineup with the new 830 Indoor Access Point, delivering higher capacity, improved performance and cloud-based remote management for demanding...
July 16, 2026
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The draft standard includes support for secure cloud connectivity, encrypted video storage and WebRTC streaming while allowing cameras behind local firewalls to connect without port forwarding or VPN configuration, according to ONVIF.
ONVIF says the proposed specification is designed to enable interoperable cloud video surveillance systems that allow conformant products from multiple manufacturers to work together...
July 9, 2026
DMP's new VUE Plus camera lineup expands the company's professional-grade video portfolio with varifocal, panoramic and fisheye models featuring AlarmVision technology.
DMP has introduced VUE Plus cameras, expanding its professional-grade video portfolio with new models that combine onboard analytics and direct intrusion panel integration for...
July 6, 2026

Access & Identity

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VTS and SwiftConnect are integrating connected access capabilities into the VTS Activate platform to enhance workplace access experiences.
VTS and SwiftConnect have partnered to integrate connected access capabilities into the VTS Activate platform, helping commercial real estate owners and tenants deliver streamlined...
July 16, 2026
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Suprema has earned ISO/IEC 42001 certification, validating its AI governance framework for biometric access control solutions.
Suprema has earned ISO/IEC 42001 certification, validating its governance framework for artificial intelligence used in biometric authentication and identity verification across...
July 16, 2026
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HID Amico biometric facial recognition readers are now available in North America in 3.5-inch and 7-inch touchscreen models.
HID has introduced its Amico biometric facial recognition readers across North America, bringing multi-modal biometric access control to a broader range of organizations including...
July 16, 2026
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Speco Technologies' SecureGuard Cloud unifies cloud security management, remote device management and video access through a single platform.
Speco Technologies has launched SecureGuard Cloud, a unified platform that combines cloud security management tools while enabling dealers and integrators to offer recurring revenue...
July 16, 2026

Artificial Intelligence

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Blackpoint Cyber's AI SOC Agent for Identity Threat Detection and Response autonomously contains high-confidence credential-based attacks targeting Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace accounts.
Blackpoint Cyber has introduced a generally available AI-powered SOC Agent designed to autonomously contain high-confidence identity threats targeting Microsoft 365 and Google...
July 10, 2026
Zenitel Cloud Remote Monitoring & Management extends Zenitel Connect Pro with centralized cloud-based monitoring, diagnostics and lifecycle management for communication systems.
Zenitel has launched Cloud Remote Monitoring & Management, extending Zenitel Connect Pro with centralized cloud-based monitoring, diagnostics and lifecycle management for multi...
July 6, 2026
Verkada and NVIDIA are collaborating to accelerate physical AI development, enhancing AI-powered video analytics and search capabilities for security and operations.
Verkada is expanding its AI capabilities through a collaboration with NVIDIA aimed at improving video analytics, search accuracy and physical AI applications across the built ...
July 2, 2026
Schneider Electric said the agreement is intended to expand industrial AI capabilities by integrating Cognite into AVEVA after the transaction is completed.
Schneider Electric has entered into an agreement to acquire industrial AI and data platform provider Cognite in a $3.1 billion all-cash transaction, with plans to integrate the...
July 1, 2026

Podcasts

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A deadly shooting at Brown University is exposing critical gaps in campus surveillance strategies and accelerating the shift toward real-time, AI-driven security systems.
May 6, 2026
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Drawing on Kiteworks research, Tim Freestone warns that organizations racing to adopt agentic AI without proper governance and control are exposing themselves to significant security...
April 15, 2026
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Artorias co-founder Stefano Ritondale breaks down the intelligence failures that left enterprise security teams flat-footed, and why AI-driven OSINT is no longer optional.
March 18, 2026
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The latest SecurityDNA podcast episode unpacks the sweeping rollout of FedRAMP 20X and CMMC 2.0, revealing why tens of thousands of defense contractors may be unprepared for fast...
March 18, 2026

Webinars

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Protecting the perimeter now requires more than physical barriers—it demands intelligent, AI-driven systems that detect threats faster, reduce false alarms, and strengthen operational...
Aug. 26, 2026
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Most security teams generate thousands of hours of video every day—but almost none of it is ever put to work. Discover how AI is transforming video into searchable intelligence...
Aug. 12, 2026
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As cities become more connected, predictive analytics and real-time data fusion are transforming situational awareness from a reactive function into the intelligence engine behind...
Aug. 19, 2026
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Video surveillance is evolving from a passive security tool into a strategic intelligence platform that delivers actionable insights across operations, safety, and customer experience...
Aug. 5, 2026

Learning Resources

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Drawing on conversations with industry leaders and feedback from our customers during security advisory council sessions, we’ve identified seven forces defining security strategies...
July 1, 2026
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Ready to drive greater ROI from your access control? Learn how a modern access control solution unlocks new insights and big returns.
July 1, 2026
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A 25-question checklist for evaluating VMS platforms across the eight categories that determine long-term value: scalability, integrations, AI readiness, cybersecurity, total ...
June 25, 2026
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As AI workloads, cloud expansion, and hyperscale construction drive unprecedented data center growth, security leaders face a new generation of physical and cyber risks. This ...
June 23, 2026

Videos

NAPCO highlights its new MVP Cloud-Based Access Control Platform at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Napco Security Technologies’ Rob Etmans, Director of Sales, focusing on how the company’s MVP Access cloud platform is helping dealers...
March 31, 2026
Prometheus exec explains the complications when physical and cybersecurity come together
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews PSG’s Jeremy Freeze-Skret, VP of Engineering, focusing on the convergence of cyber and physical security and how organizations are...
March 31, 2026
Live from the Traka booth at ISC West 2026!
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews TRAKA Technical Director Hector Melendez, focusing on trends in electronic key management and the role of intelligent key cabinets...
March 31, 2026
Schlage embraces the mobile credential evolution at ISC West 2026
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviews Olivia Renaud from Allegion, focusing on the evolution of wallet-based mobile credentials, the impact of their partnership, and ...
March 31, 2026