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Growing Terrorism Threats Lead Sports Security Leaders to Change Tactics

Security directors in sports venues need to address challenges without undermining the fan fun and entertainment.

July 1, 2017

The terrorist incident at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, United Kingdom, in May raised new questions of how arenas that house sporting events and other types of attractions such as concerts can ensure fan safety.

What Happened to Voice?

Diane Ritchey

June 1, 2017

Let there be sound! Or rather, let there be good sound, sound that is clear, intelligible and understood, every time.

Cargo Theft, Terrorism Top Global Supply Chain Risks in 2016

May 23, 2017

In 2016 global supply chains continued to face a range of security, social responsibility and business continuity risks, with many of the issues provoked by one another.

More Armed Officers to Protect UK

Kylie Bull

May 22, 2017

Britain’s National Police Chief’s Council has announced that there are 640 more armed officers than this time last year. The increase has been largely financed by a £143 million Home Office program with forces paying for additional officers.

Fighting Hate Crime in Canada with Security Infrastructure

Kylie Bull

May 22, 2017

The Canadian government is doubling investments to help communities at risk protect themselves from hate-motivated crimes. The government committed additional funding of CAD$5 million over five years in support of the Communities at Risk: Security Infrastructure Program (SIP), which supports communities to enhance security infrastructure against hate-motivated crimes.

Alternative Technologies Set the Pace for Future Video Surveillance

Alternate surveillance technologies are emerging as tools for added transparency within enterprises.

Jim Romeo

May 1, 2017

In late February 2017, Oklahoma City Police Officers responded to a call of alleged illegal activity, where, soon after their arrival a foot chase pursuit began of a suspect who fled the scene.

Smart Card Uses Continue to Expand Across Sectors

Healthcare, higher ed, critical infrastructure and the corporate world embrace ID cards for security and more.

Ed Finkel

May 1, 2017

The same secure chip technology that’s been rolled out in the banking world for ATM and credit card transactions is sweeping across sectors throughout the American economy.

Top 10 Bomb Threat Response Tips for Colleges and Universities

Oren Alter

April 11, 2017

After an incident is not the time to review your bomb threat preparedness plan. Work with local law enforcement and first responders, as well as internal stakeholders and partners, to develop a more comprehensive, confidential bomb threat response plan.

Product Spotlight: Ultra HD Video Solutions

Sarah Sameei

April 1, 2017

Ultra-HD video surveillance cameras are built to cover more ground and provide more detail, but they can also replace more cameras.

Mitigating Risk with Scenario-Based Security Officer Training

Learning how to respond to complex situations can help make a robust security officer training program even stronger.

Sarah Ludwig

April 1, 2017

It’s difficult to pin down the number of organizations that utilize scenario-based training for security officers, but experts agree that this type of training appears to be increasing in use.