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    Integrators and healthcare end-users have pivoted with the times as security work must go on despite COVID restrictions.
    J. Matthew Ladd
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Integrators and end-users have pivoted with the times as security work must go on despite COVID restrictions
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    Although some already exist, Amazon may have given integrators a new avenue for custom development of deep learning and video analytics applications
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    Jan. 15, 2021
    From thermal devices to wearable scanners, check out the latest products in this emerging market
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    Recently, healthcare identification methods such as plastic ID cards and barcoded wristbands are giving way to newer solutions featuring one of three biometric technologies – facial, fingerprint or iris recognition.
    Mohammed Murad
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Another largely untapped opportunity for integrators to use security technology to solve a common problem in the healthcare market
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    Electronic Access Control can address sometimes overlooked areas where touch-free solutions could be deployed, including on mobile medical carts.
    Steve Spatig
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Electronic Access Control can address three sometimes overlooked areas where touch-free solutions could be deployed

    More content from January 2021

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    From COVID contact tracing to electronic medical record integration, visitor management system options for healthcare organizations are continually evolving.
    Paul Rothman
    Jan. 15, 2021
    From COVID contact tracing to electronic medical record integration, the options for healthcare organizations are continually evolving
    The OSDP Product verification process has already been completed for three products from Wavelynx; three from Farpointe Data; and one from Cypress Integration. Products from Allegion, HID Global, Deister Electronics and Third Millennium are deep into the verification process.
    Joseph Gittens
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Updated version of the access control spec and growing list of verified products pave the way for widespread adoption
    Brian Coulombe (bcoulombe@rossbar.com) is Principal and Director of Operations at Ross & Baruzzini | DVS. Connect with him on Linkedin at www.linkedin.com/in/brian-coulombe or Twitter, @DVS_RB.
    Brian Coulombe
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Quantum Dot technology is poised to revolutionize video surveillance
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    Jan. 15, 2021
    Integrator-focused apps for installation, productivity and business success
    Paul Rothman is Editor-in-Chief of Security Business magazine (www.securitybusinessmag.com). Email him your comments or topic suggestions at prothman@securitybusinessmag.com.
    Paul Rothman
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Take a closer look at a new California law, as well as a new wave of vaccine-related phishing attacks
    Chris Peterson is the founder and president of Vector Firm (www.vectorfirm.com), a sales consulting and training company built specifically for the security industry. To request more info about the company, visit www.securityinfowatch.com/12361573.
    Chris Peterson
    Jan. 15, 2021
    Four ways that repetition will improve your performance
    Timothy J. Pastore, Esq., is a Partner in the New York office of Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP (www.mmwr.com), where he is Vice-Chair of the Litigation Department. Before entering private practice, Mr. Pastore was an officer and Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the U.S. Air Force and a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Reach him at (212) 551-7707 or by e-mail at tpastore@mmwr.com.
    Latest NIST study confirms vendor improvements in detecting masked faces
    Ric McCullough is President of PSA Security Network. Request more info about PSA at www.securityinfowatch.com/10214742.
    Ric McCullough
    Jan. 15, 2021
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    Jan. 5, 2021
    Blanket Purchase Agreement to provide security systems and support services to various Social Security Administration (SSA) locations nationwide
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    Security Alarm Lending Group Selected By Family-Owned Business For Full Banking Solution Including $10 Million Loan Facility For Working Capital
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    Jan. 5, 2021
    Carl Siemon, who has served as President and CEO since 1982, will continue to serve on the Board of Directors
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    Joel Griffin
    Jan. 4, 2021
    Deal expected to close later this year
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    Staff Reports
    Jan. 4, 2021
    Acquisitions expand Doyle's presence throughout New York
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    It is the recent advances in deep learning that have attracted billions of dollars of annual investment in video analytics and has resulted in very significant improvements in video analytics capabilities, which has been good news for the security video industry. However, advances in video analytics have historically been a good-news/bad-news situation for the security industry, which has already experienced two over-hyped phases of video analytics, with a third one on the way.
    Why a good understanding of the computer vision concept is important for evaluating today’s security video analytics products
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    The push for standards and operating consistencies has been an almost Quixotic quest for manufacturers, systems integrators and end-users to facilitate open systems and interoperability.
    Steve Lasky
    Dec. 24, 2020
    Profile M supports metadata and analytic configurations that are so important in today’s digitally-driven security industry
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 24, 2020
    Acquisition adds more than 38K residential and commercial accounts
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    The new integration allows businesses to identify individuals with elevated skin temperature through a contactless solution
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    SecurityInfoWatch.com takes a look back at the biggest stories of 2020.
    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 22, 2020
    A look back on the events that made industry headlines in a year defined by Covid-19
    Matt Barnette will take over as CEO of PSA Security Network on Jan. 1.
    Staff Reports
    Dec. 21, 2020
    Former HID, Mercury Security executive to take over for retiring Bill Bozeman
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 15, 2020
    Sine’s technology to provide a cloud-based mobile platform for Honeywell Forge
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 15, 2020
    Event will now take place just a week prior to ISC West
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    A new study from the National Retail Federation, which polled loss prevention executives at 61 companies, found that 75% of retailers had experienced an increase in organized retail crime activity in the past year, up from 68% last year. Additionally, losses from ORC averaged nearly $720,000 per $1 billion in sales, a 2% increase from last year.
    Staff Reports
    Dec. 15, 2020
    Losses from ORC top $700K per $1B in sales for the fifth year in a row
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 14, 2020
    Company continues to build on its commercial solutions portfolio with latest purchase
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 10, 2020
    Company’s 3G-to-4G radio conversion technology now certified for use on AT&T’s network
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    Erin Mann of Allegion Canada and Kelsey Carnell of Axis Communications will guide RISE in fostering the careers of young security talent
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    Industry giants launch integration between OpenBlue Digital Twin and Azure Digital Twins
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    G4S has agreed to be acquired by Allied Universal as part of a $5 billion deal between the tow companies.
    Staff Reports
    Dec. 8, 2020
    $5B deal brings six-month long bidding war for company to a close
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    Dec. 8, 2020
    Company continues to prioritize information security standards in manufacturing
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    Davis Group
    Dec. 8, 2020
    Transaction facilitated by Davis Mergers & Acquisitions Group
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 8, 2020
    Company continues its security portfolio expansion
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    Video Insight VMS plug-in and MOBOTIX thermal camera integration helps detect elevated skin temperature and issue alerts.
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    Dec. 4, 2020
    Video Insight VMS plug-in and MOBOTIX thermal cameras detect elevated skin temperature and issue alerts
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    dormakaba USA
    Dec. 4, 2020
    Addresses the five most critical points where hygiene is important
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    Staff Reports
    Dec. 3, 2020
    Acquisition to expand company’s capabilities in the Houston market
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    Dec. 2, 2020
    Technical support now available to company's partners two hours earlier
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    Company deepens its expertise in financial and healthcare industries with purchase of Innovative Medical Systems and Smith Hamilton, Inc.
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    The Calipsa Video Monitoring Report 2020 found 47% of respondents said the pandemic had stimulated business growth, providing an average 33% increase in clients and a 30% boost in revenue. More than a third (37%) of businesses reported no change in performance, while 16% said their operations had declined.
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    Nov. 25, 2020
    Nearly half of respondents report increased business during pandemic
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    Razberi solution suite combined with ComNet communication products will enable companies to deploy a simple, secure, video surveillance system
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    Staff Reports
    Nov. 25, 2020
    Purchase expands MCA’s geographic footprint
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    Courses are available now and will help students maintain certifications and licenses
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    Jim Geyer has joined Sage Integration as vice president of sales.
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    Nov. 18, 2020
    Industry veteran brings 22 years of sales management experience