SMART Security Solutions
Fire safety in South Africa
SMART Alarms & Fire Safety Handbook 2026, Technoswitch Fire Detection & Suppression, Technews Publishing, Fire & Safety, Security Services & Risk Management, Editor's Choice
Fire safety is sometimes ignored, sometimes relegated to whatever is cheapest, and sometimes treated with the seriousness it deserves, given that it focuses on protecting life and assets. SMART Security Solutions asked Brett Birch, MD of Technoswitch, for some insights into the realities of fire safety in South Africa.
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Alarms are smarter than ever
SMART Alarms & Fire Safety Handbook 2026, Spectrum Security Products, Technews Publishing, Arxtech, Perimeter Security, Alarms & Intruder Detection
Modern smart alarms are evolving beyond simple sirens and basic alerts. They now include features such as system health checks, remote management, real-time notifications, mobile apps, and multiple communication options.
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Preventing and suppressing lithium fires
SMART Alarms & Fire Safety Handbook 2026, Technews Publishing, Editor's Choice, Fire & Safety, Security Services & Risk Management, Smart Home Automation
SMART Security Solutions asked Clyde Becker, director of Pyro Brand, for some insight into the mechanics of lithium-ion battery fire risks, especially thermal runaway, and to define a comprehensive, layered approach to fire detection and suppression.
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Integrated layers offer dependable security
SMART Alarms & Fire Safety Handbook 2026, OPTEX, Technews Publishing, Perimeter Security, Alarms & Intruder Detection, Integrated Solutions
A layered approach to security tightens protection and minimises downtime and operational risk. Moreover, integrating all the parts of a solution and proving they can do the job before spending money are critical.
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Proactive estate security in Cape Town
SMART Surveillance & AI 2026, neaMetrics, OneSpace Technologies, Technews Publishing, Fang Fences & Guards, ATG Digital, Editor's Choice, News & Events, Integrated Solutions, Infrastructure, Residential Estate (Industry)
SMART Security Solutions started the year with our annual SMART Estate Security Conference in Cape Town on 26 February 2026. Held at Anna Beulah Farm, the conference saw a number of delegates enjoying the farm’s excellent cuisine, while listening to outstanding presenters.
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Open systems support hybrid surveillance
SMART Surveillance & AI 2026, Axis Communications SA, neaMetrics, Editor's Choice
Today, end users can select the most suitable surveillance solution for their needs, whether it is on-site, at the edge, or in the cloud; a hybrid approach combining different options is most effective depending on the scenario.
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Surveillance & AI roundtable
SMART Surveillance & AI 2026, DeepAlert, Lytehouse, Refraime, Technews Publishing, Editor's Choice, Surveillance, Integrated Solutions, AI & Data Analytics
SMART Security Solutions held an online roundtable with a few surveillance experts to explore the intersection of surveillance and AI, gaining insights into the market and how control rooms are evolving.
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SMARTpod talks about HomeSec Expo 2026
February 2026, Technews Publishing, News & Events, Residential Estate (Industry), Videos
SMARTpod, the podcast from SMART Security Solutions, finds out more about the upcoming HomeSec Expo happening at Gallagher Estate on 4 & 5 March 2026.
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The challenges of cybersecurity in access control
SMART Access & Identity 2026, Technews Publishing, Access Control & Identity Management, Information Security
SMART Security Solutions summarises the key points dealing with modern cyber risks facing access control systems, from Mercury Security’s white paper “Meeting the Challenges of Cybersecurity in Access Control: A Future-Ready Approach.”
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Access as a Service is inevitable
SMART Access & Identity 2026, Technews Publishing, ATG Digital, Access Control & Identity Management, Infrastructure
When it comes to Access Control as a Service (ACaaS), most organisations (roughly 90% internationally) plan to move, or are in the process of moving to the cloud, but the majority of existing infrastructure (about 70%) remains on-premises for now.
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Securing your access hardware and software
SMART Access & Identity 2026, Technews Publishing, RBH Access Technologies, Access Control & Identity Management, Information Security
Securing access control technology is critical for physical and digital security. Every interaction between readers, controllers, and host systems creates a potential attack point for those with nefarious intent.
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Access trends for 2026
SMART Access & Identity 2026, Technews Publishing, RR Electronic Security Solutions, Enkulu Technologies, IDEMIA , neaMetrics, Editor's Choice, Access Control & Identity Management, Infrastructure
The access control and identity management industry has been the cornerstone of organisations of all sizes for decades. SMART Security Solutions asked local integrators and distributors about the primary trends in the access and identity market for 2026.
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