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5 minutes with Tehila Shneider - Authorization policy management in the enterprise

May 26, 2021

While authentication and authorization might sound similar, they are two distinct security processes in the identity and access management (IAM) space. Authentication is the security practice of confirming that someone is who they claim to be, while authorization is the process of establishing the rights and privileges of a user. Here, we talk to Tehila Shneider about authorization, authentication, and why authorizations remains a problem that is mostly unsolved.

How to Increase Your Building’s IQ

Courtney Wolfe

May 20, 2021

According to a recent report by Garner Insights, the smart building market is expected to grow from $7.4 billion in 2017 to nearly $32 billion in 2022 — that’s more than a quadruple increase in just five years.

Mixed-use development installs video management system, access control and two-way communications for security and safety

West Edge development project installs VMS

May 18, 2021

The W.E.O’Neil Construction Company installed a Security Management System for its high-end mixed-use West Edge development project in West Los Angeles.

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The future of AI integration with secured entrances

Integrated solutions using advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) bring expanded functionality and enhanced security to swinging doors and turnstiles

Kurt J. Measom

May 11, 2021

While artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of business operations in myriad market segments around the globe, security applications have been slower to adopt it into the mix. However, the added health risks organizations now face from COVID-19 have forced both security solutions providers and users to rethink how AI can help mitigate those risks.

Good sound versus bad sound and why it matters

Kelly Lake

May 11, 2021

Enterprise security teams need the ability to see, and they need good sound—sound that is clear, intelligible, and understood, every time. Only then can security teams acquire actionable business intelligence, increase operational efficiency, and mitigate safety and security risks. What are some examples within enterprise security where “good sound” and high-definition audio can help security teams to reduce security risks?

UAB baltic manufacturer deploys security technologies in upgrade

Baltic beverage manufacturer deploys security upgrades to protect employees and assets

April 23, 2021

UAB Italiana LT needed to secure its Kaunas region factory, boosts access control, perimeter security and surveillance to protect employees and assets.

The process of future-proofing a secured entrance post-pandemic

Kurt J. Measom

April 13, 2021

From the initial secured entrance to the overarching access control system, the emphasis is currently on contactless access control and door entry solutions. A myriad of technologies from NFC and smart mobile devices to facial biometrics will help play a vital role in what are now COVID-driven essentials. An integrated strategy for access control, along with tailgating mitigation options including turnstiles, revolving doors and mantrap portals enables building security to implement even more comprehensive control and prioritized security while making use of touchless credentials.

Touchless access control solutions look to alter the landscape of higher education

New and innovative access control and secured entrance options take center stage on college campuses

JC Powell

April 13, 2021

The reality is that most institutions of higher learning have decided to open their campuses this fall regardless of the political rancor, adding the specter of a deadly pandemic to an already challenging campus security environment where campus shootings, physical violence to women and theft usually occupy the top threat metrics for college security administrators. Because college and university campuses have thousands of students and faculty traversing a wide swath of buildings all day, every day, having an access control solution that not only addresses the security aspect of this population, but now one that must also handle myriad safety and health concerns due to COVID-19 to lessen the likelihood of the virus spreading, is a top priority.

Novotel in Madagascar implement mobile access control amid COVID-19

Novotel convention center, hotel and spa in Madagascar deploys contactless check-in and digital keys

April 7, 2021

Novotel Convention & Spa Antananarivo Hotel has implemented smart locks with digital key and mobile access, along with contactless check-in for convenience and safety.

Physical security more important than ever since COVID-19 pandemic

Enterprises says physical security made more important since COVID-19

March 30, 2021

Enterprise security leaders say physical security solutions are more important due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, 75% of respondents said the coronavirus pandemic increased the importance of physical security within their organizations.