Diane Ritchey

Diane Ritchey was former Editor, Communications and Content for Security magazine beginning in 2009. She has an experienced background in publishing, public relations, content creation and management, internal and external communications. Within her role at Security, Ritchey organized and executed the annual Security 500 conference, researched and wrote exclusive cover stories, managed social media, and authored the monthly Security Talk column.

Vertical Sector: K-12 Education

Security-Smart

Security issues exist at all grade levels; but diminished funding makes implementing the many available technology solutions a challenge.

Diane Ritchey Laura Stepanek

February 1, 2011

The world of K-12 education brings to mind the archetypal images of playgrounds and lunchboxes, marching bands and football games. But clearly the “dear old golden rule days” of school have not been immune to pressures that are giving security directors greater concern and increased responsibility, even at the lower grade levels.

Diane Ritchey

January 26, 2011

Think about securing one facility – and multiply it. Times eight. Times 100. Times 250.

Diane Ritchey

January 5, 2011

In response to public outcries and almost daily news reports about blunders in airport security, TSA says it's got a new way for passengers with disabilities to go through airport security.

Diane Ritchey

January 1, 2011

Security incidents can happen anywhere in the world at any time, as evidenced by last year’s Mumbai terrorist attacks and suicide bombings, tourists killed in Mexico and of course, the events of 9/11.

Diane Ritchey

December 29, 2010

What is the â??Great Conversationâ?? about physical security? The ASG Security Summit & Expo Returns to Seattle on March 8, 2011, celebrating its 10th year preparing security leaders to address top security concerns by engaging in a â??Great Conversation.â??

Diane Ritchey

December 21, 2010

The news may be full of violence and strife, but a new statistical analysis, the Human Security Report, says conflicts are becoming less deadly.

Diane Ritchey

December 1, 2010

Each year, Security magazine honors top security executives who positively impact the security industry, their organization, their colleagues and their peers. They change the security landscape for the better.

Diane Ritchey

November 29, 2010

New Jersey motorists are already used to dealing with aggressive and quick-tempered drivers on their morning commutes, but have never had to worry about getting cut off by an airplane – until now.

Diane Ritchey

November 1, 2010

The city of Albuquerque is using PSIM software to provide a common operating picture across all video sources within the city. The software’s open architecture allows the city to add

Diane Ritchey

October 1, 2010

A plane flies over the Copenhagen Airport at night. The airport is using thermal imaging to protect its perimeters. Have you ever wondered how people get away with filling their car’s

This event is designed to provide security executives, government officials and leaders of industry with vital information on how to elevate their programs while allowing attendees to share their strategies and solutions with other security industry executives.

Diane Ritchey

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