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28 Mass Attacks Occurred in 2017

May 1, 2018

There were 28 mass attacks (during which three or more persons were harmed) carried out in public places within the U.S. in 2017. The attacks resulted in losses of 147 lives, with nearly 700 others injured.

IAHSS Publishes Guideline for Patient Violence Response

April 24, 2018

“Violence stemming from patients and patient visitors present considerable risk and concern to the healthcare industry. Healthcare Facilities (HCFs) should establish specific violence prevention and aggression management policies, processes and practices to deter, identify and manage violent events.”

To Curb Car Break-Ins, San Francisco Bolsters Garage Security

April 24, 2018

To address smash-and-grab car break-ins at the seven parking garages owned by the Municipal Transportation Agency, San Francisco officials are upping their game on security measures. Since May, the SFMTA has added high-definition security cameras, license plate readers, protective fencing, intercom systems and, in some locations, police officers, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Pro's and Cons for IP vs. Analog Video Surveillance

Thinking about making the switch to IP cameras? Here’s what to consider.

Sarah Ludwig

April 12, 2018

If you’re thinking about upgrading your analog cameras to IP, there are a variety of factors to think about.

Can Deploying Security Entrances Enhance Guard Services?

Tracie Thomas

April 10, 2018

A complete physical security plan for your enterprise’s entrances and exits should consist of a balance between technology, education and manpower.

City Surveillance Market Surpasses $3 Billion, Driving Analytics Adoption

April 9, 2018

The global market for city surveillance equipment surpassed $3 billion in 2017, and it’s expected to grow at an average annual rate of 14.6 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to a report from IHS Markit.

Cleveland School District Implements Video Surveillance System Reliability Solution from Viakoo

April 5, 2018

The District is committed to serving as a model of innovation for the state of Ohio, including leveraging technology to deliver a safe and orderly environment for students and staff.

How Video Management Systems Can Open the Door to Bigger Budgets

Can Your VMS Help Marketing, Operations and Safety Find Inroads to Efficiency?

April 1, 2018

Due to improvements at the camera level and the video management level, whole enterprises – not just security – can find value in video surveillance investments.

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Business Continuity and Natural Disaster Resilience: Where Are We Heading?

March 19, 2018

Weather-related events can have a significant effect on business continuity.

Beyond Passwords: How Security Can Improve Identity in 2018

In 2018, enterprises will increasingly look to a future beyond passwords.

Adam Stone

March 15, 2018

IT security leaders are calling for an end to the complex password. They foresee biometrics, dual-factor authentication and eventually a new “whole person” approach to identity as being among the not-too-distant remedies for password malaise.