Each year an average of $3 billion is spent to improve security measures in schools in the United States. As a result, school districts have implemented a variety of technologies, from surveillance cameras building wide, access control systems to manage the flow of staff and visitors, and gunshot detection technology – all in an effort […]
The world of supply chain management continues to be a challenge. While many security device manufacturers now strive to provide more precise delivery dates, a welcome change from the ambiguous estimations of the past, the supply chain issues are far from resolved. Price fluctuations, product availability and providing accurate project completion timelines continue to be […]
Cloud services has been the talk of late within the security industry. Reduced cost of ownership and easy access to data 24/7 has spurred the development of cloud-based solutions, touching every technology type within the security industry, from access control and video surveillance to mass notification systems and fire alarms. It seems that nearly every […]
By Sanford Lewis and Brad Bowen, Utah Yamas Controls As we approach the two-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can see clear signs of changes throughout our society. From cancelling important plans, to changing the way our businesses operate, to keeping ourselves and those around us healthy, it is safe to say we have […]
By Craig Jarrett As COVID-19 vaccinations become widely available and mask mandates loosen, more employees find themselves returning to in-person work. Their desks at home slowly become extra storage spaces and their sweatpants are exchanged for business casual. Many will have masks tucked into their pockets or purses, unsure if they’ll still be required to […]
By Craig Jarrett This past year, the security industry experienced a flurry of technological advancements during the time of COVID-19 as security solution developers look at ways to support return to work initiatives and healthy workspaces. As a result, two of the biggest developments on the technology side include the introduction of both touchless and […]
By J. Matthew Ladd As technology has evolved over the years to become smarter and less expensive, the security industry has begun to see more smaller businesses moving away from using a key and lockset to secure their property to implementing small-scale access control solutions. The reason is that business owners and property managers want […]
By J. Matthew Ladd Many different elements come into play when it comes to providing security at multi-site facilities – users have to address company culture, such as smaller offices in rural locations compared with a corporation’s larger headquarters in a major city, budget issues and how to future proof technology. These challenges extend beyond […]
By Jamie Bumgardner, Prime Communications, Inc. Thermal cameras have been a hot topic in the security industry as of late, as more and more businesses look to invest in solutions that can screen employees and customers for an elevated temperature before they enter a building. Thermal cameras are being used as one of many tools […]
By David Alessandrini, Pasek Corporation The work from home movement continues, with much of corporate America postponing the full reopening of offices as part of efforts to help stop the spread of COVID-19. As a result, office occupancy numbers remain low compared to pre-pandemic rates. This scenario – with many offices remaining virtually empty – […]
