Need strategies to protect your physical security investments? Keep reading for tips, criteria, and the right questions you should be asking. Thinking of upgrading to a physical security as a service (PSaaS) solution through a cloud or hybrid-cloud deployment model? Luckily, making big changes doesn’t mean ripping out existing [...]

The development, implementation, and operation of bespoke video surveillance systems have long been a central component of any effective commercial security installation. As foundational technologies like cameras, storage solutions, and processing systems have become more advanced, defensive capabilities have dramatically increased. Among the most beneficial modern developments has been [...]

Access control technologies and principles are essential for ensuring the physical security of people, assets, and property. Recent research indicates that nearly 30% of businesses have experienced an increase in physical security incidents, prompting many leaders and security professionals to seek more robust defense measures. Over the past few [...]

The Need for Collaboration Physical security and IT convergence has been happening for years. It started when physical security systems shifted from analog to IP. More recently, they’ve moved into the cloud. This evolution has required more collaboration between the two teams. Although these groups have made headway in [...]

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a critical U.S. federal law with far-reaching implications for the security technology sector. Section 889, in particular, has become a significant topic of discussion in the physical security industry due to its impact on US-based end-users that receive federal funding. Compliance with [...]

As over half the world's population now resides in cities, urban centers continue to swell. By 2050, 70% of people will live in cities, according to the World Bank. City officials are accelerating smart city initiatives to improve public safety, infrastructure, and basic services. But how can these cities [...]