ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions has completed the integration of their Aperio wireless lock technology with Verkada’s Command cloud-based management platform.

The Sipelia mobile Integration enhances an organization’s security team’s awareness by unifying incoming calls with the rest of their security system.

The company's signature software, Milestone XProtect, is now available as part of the FedCloudIA cloud service offering, a FedRAMP Ready video management solution.

Snap One announced that its Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offer full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video.

In an era where data-driven insights are increasingly crucial, the physical security domain has yet to fully leverage the abundance of available data.

Additionally, LenelS2 is offering new, cost-effective ways to transition to its Elements cloud-based solution. LenelS2 is a part of Carrier Global Corp., global provider of intelligent climate and energy solutions.

Current initiatives aim to improve the Snap One's cloud infrastructure to support the growth of remote monitoring, ensure all backend systems are scalable for the future, resolve bugs, maintain and expand interoperability, and develop new features and experiences.

The V07 software update is designed specifically to address cybersecurity concerns and will ensure the integrity and confidentiality of Automatic Systems applications, according to the announcement.

This integration enables users to move seamlessly from incident response to investigation from within a single interface.

The offering combines Johnson Controls OpenBlue suite of connected solutions, and the ability to monitor and manage security devices across vendors.

These devices that allow end-users and integrators to quickly bring up and configure on-site hardware, and then deploy a wide range of video analytics solutions using Lumeo’s customizable video analytics platform.

Chimera acquired AlchemyCore to establish a cyber-protection initiative within the company and to act as a cybersecurity reseller for integrators seeking to provide comprehensive building security solutions to their own clientele.

The partnership is aimed at enhancing product capabilities, expanding market reach, and developing new distribution channels by leveraging both companies’ strengths.

These features are all designed with the technician in mind, streamlining processes and making site management more efficient, according to the announcement.

The update includes several new features for integrator partners and end users designed to help increase safety and improve the overall user experience with greater visibility into systems, flexibility, and additional third party integrations.

Central stations and the monitoring professionals who work there offer inspiration and exemplary ideas to the security industry, through their knowledge, work and achievements.

This collaboration provides a seamlessly integrated solution that stands uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centers and airports.

The integration brings the distinct advantages of cloud, including greatly simplified installation, robust end-to-end cybersecurity, centralized management of multiple locations, and AI-filtering to dramatically reduce false-positive activity to the monitoring center or command center professional.

From leveraging advanced technology for enhanced services to combatting false alarms, seven central station leaders shed light on the evolving landscape of wholesale monitoring, where opportunities abound and innovations are redefining the sector’s role in modern security ecosystems.

Much like IT and cybersecurity, the AI world is changing and evolving so quickly it can be  difficult to keep up. 

SDM taps into the expertise of security professionals to gain insight into the growing DIY/DIWM vertical, and whether they see it as a threat or a benefit to traditional dealers.

Immix has chosen Camect as the first-ever Site-Link partner to power this solution.

The eBook provides insights into the challenges faced by traditional ECC consoles and how RGB Spectrum's solutions can improve the way operators interact with their workstations.

MacDowell, an industry veteran, will delve into the pivotal traits of effective leadership within the alarm monitoring industry, guided by recent survey results that underscore the profound impact of leadership on a company’s success. 

In her new leadership role, Brown will work to ensure the TMA Five Diamond designation remains current and reflective of excellence in security monitoring.

Rapid Response fully deployed AVS-01 on Jan. 15, following two years of preparation and four months of beta testing.  

Eagle Eye Networks has launched Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing, a technology that gives Emergency Communication Center telecommunicators (911 professionals) instant access to security cameras during an emergency.

The partnership enables the companies to offer an embedded, end-to-end solution that allows GSOC operators monitoring disparate sites to generate a security response through RSPNDR with the click of a button.

Being IQ-certified formally recognizes a company’s dedication to saving lives and to reducing false alarms.

In the event that an anomaly is detected, the AutoPatrol and video analysis will be raised to a human operator to determine the next action to be taken.

DDoS attacks are a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic from multiple sources.

TMA’s ASAP service is designed to increase the accuracy and efficiency of calls for service from alarm monitoring centers to emergency communication centers.

Wireless companies have recently had the calls appear as spam on caller ID. Without being able to cancel an alarm, this has caused unneeded dispatches to PSAPs. The result has been more false dispatches.

This SDM 100 brand-usage report details the top technology vendors and distributors that earned their business in 2023.

The Immix certification program is based on employee training, as well as system and infrastructure requirements.

The Monitoring Association signed a multi-year managed services agreement with Mission Critical Partners to accelerate the rollout and development of the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol service, driving the development of ASAP’s next-generation, cloud-based solution.

By adopting the AVS-01 Standard, TMA says monitoring centers can enhance alarm response processes and contribute to industry-wide standardization and efficiency.

Mark Fletcher, vice president of public safety at 911inform, explains the advanced capabilities, implementation challenges and benefits of the Next Generation 911 system.  

Critical Response Group (CRG) and Intrado, announced the integration of CRG within Intrado’s FirstNet certified Safety Shield application.

In today’s dynamic security landscape, having sensors that offer both reliability and extended coverage is crucial.

Insight capabilities include real-time alerts, customizable reporting, generative AI support and proactive recommendation features, and seamless access to USIS service desk and onsite service for remedy escalation and resolution.

Building on the foundation of the company’s ECAMSECURE platform, the acquisition of Stealth Monitoring will establish a global leader in AI-enabled remote video monitoring solutions, according to an announcement.

Wholesale Monitoring executives give an overview of the modern central station landscape.

More than 3 in 4 respondents (77 percent) to HID’s survey believe integrating digital and physical security is crucial for healthcare facilities to combat rising cyber and physical attacks.

The acquisition of AdaptToSolve expands Minuteman Security & Life Safety's East Coast presence and enhances its ability to deliver integrated security and life safety solutions.

MS Fire Protection is said to provide a valuable launch point for Pye-Barker’s fire sprinkler operations in the Golden State’s Central Valley region.

The platform also allows Zentiel’s partner community to further add third-party services on top of functionalities in our core communication platform, further accelerating our development journey. 

To leverage its geo-diverse redundancy, COPS Monitoring will deploy two identical NetApp SANs in its New Jersey and Texas facilities.

Connect ONE has introduced a new, one-time base price with no recurring monthly fees to integrators for its ESSENTIAL service level, providing a pathway to cloud system management for small commercial and residential clients.

Based in Houston, Texas, the CEP Distributing team reportedly brings over 20 years of channel expertise to the table and stocks a wide range of products in key categories including: AV, control, lighting, and security.