The human factor side of video management systems Issue 8 2023, Leaderware, Surveillance, Security Services & Risk Management A video management system (VMS) is central to, and the most vital element to any control room operation using CCTV as part of its service delivery, however, all too often, it is seen as a technical solution rather than an operational solution.
Get the basics right to win more business Issue 8 2023, ServCraft, Security Services & Risk Management The barriers to entry in security are not high. More people are adding CCTV and fencing to their repertoire every year. Cowboys will not last long in a space where customers trust you with their safety.
All aspects of data protection Issue 8 2023, Technews Publishing, Information Security, Infrastructure, AI & Data Analytics SMART Security Solutions spoke to Kate Mollett, Senior Director, Commvault Africa, about the company and its evolution from a backup specialist to a full data protection specialist, as well as the latest announcements from the company.
Global strength, local craft Issue 8 2023, Impro Technologies Impro Technologies is a resounding success story. Started in South Africa, the company remains true to its roots and still designs and manufactures its access control systems and solutions in the country.
South Africans play a role in becoming scam victims Issue 7 2023, Security Services & Risk Management The South African fraud landscape is becoming increasingly risky as fraudsters and scammers look to target individuals with highly sophisticated scams, in an environment where it is becoming increasingly difficult for lawmakers and authorities to bring these criminals to justice.
Service orientation and attention to detail Issue 7 2023, Technews Publishing, Security Services & Risk Management Lianne Mc Hendry evolved from working for an accounting firm to an accomplished all-rounder familiar with the manufacturing, distribution, and system integration aspects of the security industry value chain.
Are you leaving money on the table? Issue 7 2023, Security Services & Risk Management How many customers have you helped since starting your business? Where does most of your new business come from? If the answer is not from your database’s existing customers, you might have a problem.
Wireless fire tech offers unexpected benefits for load shedding Issue 7 2023, Technoswitch Fire Detection & Suppression For the long-suffering residents of South Africa, the policy of load shedding to help manage demand from the country’s ageing and poorly maintained electrical generation and distribution system, is a major inconvenience, and it can be fatal to fire alarm systems.
Consolidated cybersecurity management Issue 7 2023, Technews Publishing, Information Security, Infrastructure SMART Security Solutions spoke to Gareth Redelinghuys, Country Managing Director, African Cluster at Trend Micro, to find out what makes Trend stand out from the crowd and also its latest market offerings.
ADI to close SA operation Issue 6 2023 In a move that will shock the local security industry, ADI Global recently sent an email to its customers notifying them that it will cease its business operations in South Africa.
Bosch Building Technologies to focus on SI business Issue 6 2023, Bosch Building Technologies Bosch Building Technologies, which includes the security division, aims to “consolidate its capabilities to achieve a globally leading position in the systems integration market”, a move that will include selling most of its product business.
Securing road transport across Africa Issue 7 2023, Technews Publishing, Asset Management, Security Services & Risk Management, Transport (Industry), Logistics (Industry) SMART Security Solutions spoke to Filipe de Almeida, the Portugal & Spain Regional TAPA EMEA Lead, and Massimo Carelle, the TAPA EMEA Africa Region Lead, about securing transport and logistics in hostile environments.
Cisco collaborates with DCDT for Digital Acceleration Program in SA Issue 6 2023, News & Events, IoT & Automation Cisco signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Africa’s Department of Communications and Digital Technology (DCDT) to help further develop and strengthen the country’s digital economy through digital skills and talent development.
IMF/World Economic Outlook Update, October 2023 Issue 6 2023 The IMF sees global growth slowing this year, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Head of the Fund’s Research Department, said ahead of the launch of the World Economic Outlook (WEO) on Tuesday, 10 October.
Five key transformative video technology trends October 2024, Milestone Systems In the next decade, five trends are poised to shape the video technology sector: surveillance systems with autonomous operation and decision-making, AI-driven ethics and privacy guardians, next-level cybersecurity, 6G, and responsible technology.
BCX launches Africa Local Public Cloud Issue 6 2023, News & Events, Infrastructure BCX, a digital systems integrator in South Africa, announced the launch of its Africa Local Public (ALP) Cloud service, which marks a significant stride in BCX's mission to deliver innovative technology solutions to businesses across the continent.
Free South Africa Market Report webinar from TAPA EMEA Issue 6 2023, Technews Publishing, News & Events, Transport (Industry), Training & Education, Logistics (Industry) October 2023 offers TAPA EMEA members and non-members opportunities to increase their knowledge of cargo crime and supply chain security risks in three countries in Europe, the Middle East & Africa region, where supply chains are most targeted by both organised crime groups and other offenders.
Your face is the key SMART Estate Security 2023, Suprema, Access Control & Identity Management, Security Services & Risk Management FaceStation 2, Suprema’s newest facial authentication terminal, is an access control, time and attendance terminal, featuring a better user experience with Android 5.0 Lollipop and Suprema’s latest algorithm, hardware, and software.
Security without the skin SMART Estate Security 2023, Alwinco, Security Services & Risk Management, Residential Estate (Industry) We all know about the layers of security required to form a comprehensive solution, but the layers go deeper than most consider. Andre Mundell dissects security in this article to start the journey into what is under the covers.
Touchless vehicle access control SMART Estate Security 2023, Technews Publishing, Techsolutions, ZKTeco, Impro Technologies, Access Control & Identity Management, Residential Estate (Industry), Products & Solutions RFID access for vehicles is a growing market, and many estates (residential and business) have opted for this approach to speed up the process of moving vehicles through access control points.
