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Security Systems for Hotels 2023

Although the safety and comfort of guests are always the common denominator in the hotel industry, there are large differences in structure, size and organization of hotels. The security system must also be flexibly adjustable to the various requirements and differences of different hotels. GIT SECURITY looks at different hotel installation examples.

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Intersec 2024: Experts affirm Middle East Aviation's Resilience

As latest International Air Transport Association (IATA) figures show that the strong post-pandemic passenger traffic trend continues in the Middle East, with regional airlines seeing a 26.6% increase in September traffic compared to 2022, emerging security challenges and threats to the aviation industry in the Middle East will be discussed in detail at Intersec 2024, which takes place from 16-18 January 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

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What is the Right Technology For ‘Safe City’ Video Surveillance?

For modern video technology in public spaces, numerous elements need to be coordinated, and knowledge needs to be built up quickly. There are decisions to be made, approval procedures, public discussion, planning, identifying synergies and, last but not least, selecting the appropriate technology for a city surveillance project. This article intends to provide help with that decision.

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Light + Building 2024

Modern building-services technology stands for efficient energy usage, individual improvements in the levels of comfort and convenience, as well as all-round safety and security. Lighting is an elementary building block of the built-up world. It not only sets visual accents and, under ideal circumstances, combines aesthetically with the architecture but also provides functional benefits. Light + Building in Frankfurt, Germany, from 3 to 8 March 2024 covers the spectrum from intelligent lighting technology to future-oriented home and building technology.

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Assa Abloy: No More Missing Keys in Dutch College

Koning Willem I College in north-east Brabant, Netherlands, offers a broad range of educational and integration programs. In total, around 18,000 students take 250 courses at its 16 locations. A new location on Onderwijsboulevard in 's-Hertogenbosch was designed to be a model modern educational institution — and this included for its access control.

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Access Control for Banks 2023

Banks, of course, want people to come into their branches, just not all the time and not everywhere. Add to this the necessity for compliance with (inter)national security regulations for the banking industry. They are faced with restricting access to certain areas of the property to authorized people at valid times of day or night. Easy, you might think. Let us take a closer look at the headaches that this subject can cause for security managers, and some aspirins to relieve them.

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Data Storage for Video Surveillance Explained by Experts

In our special focus, we ask three questions on security of data storage for surveillance systems to five experts: Rishi Lodhia, Vice President and ­Managing Director, EMEA Eagle Eye Networks, Viet Tang, Account Executive – Cloud Services at Genetec, Anders Bo Rasmussen, Director of Product ­Management at Milestone Systems, Andy Palmer, Enterprise Solutions and Cloud Group Lead UK and Ireland at Seagate, Kai Frieben, Senior Sales Manager, ­Central Region at Western Digital.

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Wireless Intruder Security Solution

A modular, wireless integrated security system from Dahua Technology is set to transform intruder detection and security management at small-to-medium businesses, as well as in homes.

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Interview with Merck's Chief Security Officer

The modern form of company security is no longer just a ‘knight with a raised sword who is protecting the castle’, says Volker Buss, who has been the Chief Security Officer at the Merck Group for three years. Rather you have to develop a security strategy together with the respective business unit of the company – and in a dialog with that business unit. Matthias Erler of GIT SECURITY spoke with Volker Buss.

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Intellicene Partners with Oosto

Intellicene has announced a strategic partnership with Oosto, a provider of Vision AI solutions including facial biometrics. The collaboration supports the integration of Oosto's advanced facial recognition technology within Intellicene's suite of intelligent security software, enhancing Intellicene’s technology offerings to the company’s global customer base.

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Assa Abloy’s Ecliq Smart Key Technology Wins Prestigious 2023 Awards

​​​​​​​More than 700 international brands competed for the renowned Plus X Award this year. International and independent expert jurors selected the 2023 winners in the world’s largest innovation prize for technology, sport and lifestyle, across more than 80 industries. Assa Abloy’s Ecliq smart key-based access control solution was among them.

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Morse Watchmans at ISC East 2023

Morse Watchmans is showcasing exhibiting a wide array of its key control and management solutions at ISC East 2023, November 15-16 at the Javits Center in New York City.

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A Computer-Less Solution to Video Surveillance

After a successful product launch in Japan, Eizo has now launched their current IP decoding solutions in Europe. The computer-less IP decoders are designed for video security systems with much simplified hardware. They also offer integration into leading video management systems.

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Assa Abloy: When Digital PINs Replace Traditional Keys, Staff in a Small Business Save Time

In many small businesses, the task of handing out and tracking keys is laborious and time-consuming. And because mechanical locking requires a keyholder to be present, staff absences or vacations cause a problem — including unnecessary waiting around for an important door to be opened. A simple, familiar solution is offered when businesses make a simple switch to digital PIN locking.

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Key Management at Loughborough University

Traka’s intelligent key management systems have been installed at Loughborough University, to achieve its objectives for more efficient processes and controlled access for contractors across the 523-acre single-site campus.

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Simplifying Site Management at Okada Manila Resort

Located in the Philippines, Okada Manila is one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets for gaming, hospitality, and entertainment. This magnificent integrated resort is a bustling city unto itself, boasting 993 accommodations, extensive shopping on its Retail Boulevard, a premier spa, an array of dining choices, and a variety of entertainment options including a casino, nightclub, and indoor beach club. Gallagher’s Command Centre helps to simplify Site Management.

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International Security Expo 2023 Review

GIT SECURITY looks at selected exhibitors and gives an overall impression of ISE 2023. Almost 10,000 security professionals from 70 countries attended the International Security Expo (ISE) and the co-located International Cyber Expo at London’s Olympia exhibition centre over two days in late September. Packed theatres had standing room only, whilst busy exhibitor stands showcased the latest technological innovations for the safeguarding of people, businesses, national borders and critical national infrastructure. ISE 2024 will be held at the Olympia exhibition centre on 24th to 25th September 2024.

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Corporate Security at BMW Group

Corporate Security at BMW Group

GIT SECURITY in conversation with Alexander Klotz, Head of Corporate Security at BMW  Group.