IP Security Solutions and Technology

HHS Announces Funding of $186 Million for COVID-19 Response, including Surveillance Tools

April 8, 2020

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide $186,000,000 in funding for additional resources to state and local jurisdictions in support of the response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Preparing for the smart buildings of today: A history of change and technology leadership

March 23, 2020

The smart building market is expected to grow from about $7.4 billion in 2017 to nearly $32 billion in 2022, according to a recent report by Garner Insights. That’s more than a quadruple increase in just 5 years!

Extending the Reach of PoE Powered Devices: 100 meters is No Longer the Limit

March 23, 2020

As more organizations strive to integrate physical security, wireless connectivity and building automation systems with their overall IP network, new challenges arise.

The Future of LiDAR and Security

Radar love? Yesterday’s news. Sonar? So out. LiDAR is the new heartthrob of the remote sensing world, in smart cities, surveillance, autonomous vehicles, intrusion detection and other applications.

Michael Gips

March 16, 2020

The LiDAR age is here, and the tech may soon be ready for maintsream security use.

NYPD to Use Facial Recognition

March 16, 2020

The NYPD says it plans to use emerging facial recognition technology in limited circumstances for “legitimate law enforcement purposes.”

SC Bill Would Remove Sales Tax for School Security Purchases

February 26, 2020

A bill introduced in the South Carolina Statehouse would make school security purchases exempt from sales tax.

SchoolSafety.gov Launches to Help Law Enforcement Prepare for Security Threats

February 11, 2020

The Trump Administration launched the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse website: SchoolSafety.gov, which has resources for K-12 administrators, educators, parents, and law enforcement to address threats related to safety, security and support in schools.

Calculating ROI for Better Security

Here, we dive into more conventional ROI justifications for security purchases.

Darrell Clifton CPP

February 10, 2020

Security often gets left behind with each new budget. What are some strategies to help you cross off some security solutions off your wishlist and keep people and assets safe and secure?