Tag: physical security
Genetec is helping transit authorities speed up investigations
October 5, 2023SSN Staff
MONTRÉAL – Genetec announced that its Genetec Clearance digital evidence management system will now enable the remote retrieval of video recordings from physical security systems across transit agency sites and fleets to help speed up investigations.
This is thanks to the integration of Clearance with the Genetec Security Center Fleet Monitoring module. Using a browser-based system, agencies can now link all their on-board and landside data into a unified solution to manage evidence...
Securitas appoints Toskos as chief human resources officer
September 26, 2023SSN Staff
PARSIPPANY, N.J. —Securitas North America has appointed Chrissy Toskos as its new chief human resources officer.
Securitas wrote that Toskos will have a key role in the division leadership team where she will help to accelerate the organization’s transformation “…augmenting physical security with technology, transforming the client experience, and developing the workforce of the future,” the company said.
"I’m thrilled to be joining a purpose-driven...
IPVideo launches HALO Cloud App & 10-year product warranty at GSX 2023
September 15, 2023SSN Staff
BAY SHORE, N.Y. – IPVideo, a provider of physical security solutions, introduced its all-new HALO Cloud Application at its booth at GSX 2023 in Dallas this week.
In addition, the company announced a new 10-year product warranty for its HALO 3C Cloud customers who purchase a 10-year cloud license, effective on Sept. 1, 2023. The new HALO Cloud App was designed to provide customers with a modern tool that places crucial alerts at their fingertips, wherever they might be...
Gee Ess Expectations
August 16, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
After the absolute nonsense of odd schedules and canceled flights, I think I’m finally prepared for my journey to GSX next month.
This is pertinent to me right now because the past two weeks I’ve been watching my dance card fill up with visits to some of industry’s biggest movers and shakers, as well as some lesser known and up-and-coming names on the security scene. Several have promised some juicy news ready to drop at this show so I’m looking forward to what I’ll...
HiveWatch appoints Steve Hult as CRO
June 20, 2023SSN Staff
LOS ANGELES – Physical security software company HiveWatch adds to their collective as they welcome former Twitter revenue leader Steve Hult as their Chief Revenue Officer.
Hult spent the past 9 years at Twitter where he most recently served as Head of Revenue, Developer Platform and Data Licensing. There he led revenue strategy and execution across new business, customer success, and channel/enterprise partnerships. In his new role at HiveWatch Hult will spearhead the company’s sales,...
Quanergy partners with Convergint on physical security for critical markets
June 14, 2023SSN Staff
SAN JOSE, Calif. – 3D LiDAR solution company Quanergy Solutions has announced a partnership with service-based systems integrator Convergint to bring enhanced physical security to the utilities industry.
In a release the companies said they’ll be working together specifically to design, engineer and implement various security solutions by way of enhanced perimeter intrusion detection capabilities. In this partnership Convergint’s security solutions will harness the potential...
It takes two, in this month’s SSN News Poll results
May 19, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine – This month Security Systems News asked readers to give their thoughts on personnel security access for the June News Poll.
Citing an incident in March where an air national guard member was caught leaking numerous sensitive security documents, we asked readers if they believed in the strength of their security procedures for personnel where sensitive information is concerned and the results are written below.
Do you feel your business or organization’s...
Jason Griffin in at SiteOwl as CTO
May 4, 2023SSN Staff
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Physical security lifecycle management solutions company SiteOwl has added a new member to its team.
On May 3 the company announced that technology executive and SaaS innovator Jason Griffin has joined SiteOwl as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In his new role Griffin will lead the technology and engineering teams for the company as it continues its mission to innovate in the physical security industry.
"I’m very excited to join the outstanding team...
Alcatraz AI collaborates with Genetec on access control and physical security
May 2, 2023SSN Staff
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Autonomous access control solutions provider Alcatraz AI has announced the integration of its technology with Genetec Inc. software.
Genetec develops open-platform software, hardware, and cloud-based services for the physical security and public safety industry. Together with Alcatraz AI’s flagship facial authentication software, “the Rock”, they deliver an easy to use, innovative, and unified system for better security outcomes.
“The vision...
Guetschow in as CTO at HiveWatch
April 27, 2023SSN Staff
LOS ANGELES – Physical security software company HiveWatch has announced the appointment of Rick Guetschow as its new chief technology officer.
HiveWatch stated that Guetschow will be developing the long-term strategy for technological implementation across the organization, contribute to data security management for HiveWatch, while working alongside its engineering and product teams to deliver ongoing innovation for the HiveWatch Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) Operating...