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2009 Columnists Wanted
Think you have the knowledge to write for Security Magazine? Ever read an article and said to yourself, "I could've written that?" Then we want you!
Security Magazine is looking for end-users in the industry with the experience and wisdom to write to his/her peers. Topics include:
- Access Management
- Integrated Systems
- Video Systems
- ID Management
- IP Security Systems
If you're interested in seizing this opportunity, please contact Managing Editor Erin Fellores at FelloresE@bnpmedia.com |
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PSA-TEC Unique in More Ways than One
By Bill Bozeman
What makes PSA-TEC different from the numerous other securities shows that dot every security professional's calendar?
PSA TEC delivers over 450 hours of intense face-to-face classes taught by industry leading professionals and certified, outsourced specialist.
So exactly what is the PSA TEC event all about?
- Project management training and certification specific to the security industry
- Sales management training for security professionals
- MS SQL Server training
- Access control certification for enterprise level systems
- The latest in wireless transmission education
- Government security specialist sharing the latest inside information
- IP training for beginners, intermediate, and advanced attendees
- Network training for beginning, intermediate, and advanced attendees
- Comp TIA network certification
- Health care consultants discussing the latest trends & electronic security needs
- Video analytics classes taught by world leaders in intelligent video
- Open-book management workshops
- Security data analysis seminars
- IP security consultants seminars
- Wireless access certification
- Video management server & storage design
- Designing TCP/IP networks
- How to subnet TCP/IP
- Purchasing agents roundtable
The list goes on and on with over 75 classes and structured events, dozens of networking opportunities, and possibly the most unique format ever presented to security integrators.
Although PSA-TEC is open to all security professionals, it is not for everyone. Those seeking elementary or introductory information would be better served elsewhere.
About the Author:
Bill Bozeman is president and CEO of PSA Security Network, the world's largest electronic security cooperative. Bozeman has 29 years experience in the security systems integration business. In 2005, he was inducted into the Security Integration Hall of Fame and was recognized as one of the 25 Most Influential Security Executives in 2006. Visit
www.psasecurity.com for more information on the PSA Security Network. |
Join Your Peers at SIA's 2008 Government Summit
Get the latest information on key security initiatives including identity management, IPv6 and network security at The Security Industry Association (SIA)
2008 Government Summit, June 9-11 in Washington, DC. This comprehensive, two-day program brings security practitioners and manufacturers together with government decision makers for conversations focused on government compliance and security needs. The Summit is free to government employees.
To view the full program agenda or to register visit www.siaonline.org/government or contact Tom O'Connor, SIA's Government Relations Representative at 703-647-8483 or
toconnor@siaonline.org |
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As Oil Prices Soar, Restaurant Grease Thefts Rise
The bandit pulled his truck to the back of a Burger King in Northern California one afternoon last month armed with a hose and a tank. After rummaging around assorted restaurant rubbish, he dunked a tube into a smelly storage bin and, the police said, vacuumed out about 300 gallons of grease.
Will restaurants beef up their security?
Finger-Scan Lock Reduces Entry Hassles
The new Weiser SmartScan system is the first consumer-grade lockset I've seen that eliminates the need for keys and codes. All you need to open a SmartScan is the swipe of a registered fingertip.
How smart is the SmartScan system?
NY Times Has A Gaze At Face-Tracking "Controversy"
Maybe I'm naive, but the whole fuss that seems to be bubbling up about face tracking technology for digital billboards and screens has that much ado about nothing feel to it. As an old newspaper editor I have too many times been in slow news day planning meetings that ended up with reporters being sent out to find people who were upset with something or other, often people who weren't terribly well informed on the issue of the day or who had all of 10 seconds to develop an opinion. Now the New York Times has smarter people than the papers I worked for "they hired me, so they were obviously damaged souls" but they nonetheless sent out a reporter and did a piece that really reaches to
drum up a fuss.
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  Surveying Access Control Systems
by Jeffrey Dingle
At some point in a security operation, an assessment needs to be made of your access control needs. Unfortunately, this review generally occurs after an event ("event" is a polite word for "problem"). While post-event review is important, it's also important to review the operations on a periodic or regular basis. Generally speaking, a review of your system will occur for one of three reasons: after an event, on a regular, periodic basis, and whenever a significant change in operations or property occurs.
Look for the rest of this article in the May Issue of Security Magazine, or
sign up for a free subscription.
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 SECURITY IN CONTEXT
It's the System, Stupid
by Laura Stepanek
Pardon the attention-grabbing headline and obvious copy of former President Bill Clinton's 1992 campaign slogan, courtesy of strategist James Carville. I wanted to point out the need for the physical security industry to think in more holistic terms regarding the future of security deployments. During the recent ISC West show, I was encouraged to see more vendors "Get IT" and "digital" has officially replaced "analog," at least in the marketing materials and show booth advertising. This is a welcome development compared with just a few short years ago. Look for the rest of this article in the
May Issue of SDM Magazine, or sign up for a free subscription. |
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