The safety and security of students and faculty is a priority and has resulted in the implementation of state-of-the-art physical security measures.

The camera has won two international design accolades: the 2018 International iF Design Award and the Red Dot “seal of quality” Award.

Hospitals can be dangerous places. From 2012 to 2014, healthcare institutions reported a 40 percent increase in violent crime, with more than 10,000 incidents mostly directed at employees.

According to FBI crime statistics released in September of 2017, crime increased in the U.S. for the second consecutive year – posting a 4.1-percent surge last year compared to previous figures.

With all of the attention placed on cybersecurity, where has physical security gone?

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.

“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 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.

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

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