ISJ Security Spotlight: Supporting duty of care on campuses; Enhancing retail security with AI!
International Security Journal (ISJ)
Information, Analysis and Insights for Manufacturers, Installers and Senior Security Professionals.
Supporting duty of care on campuses
In this case study focus, ISJ takes a closer look at a collaboration among Scotland universities that is delivering on-demand safety and support at the touch of a button.
Launched in April 2024, the SafeZone Alliance for Scotland aims to boost safety for students whether they are working remotely, traveling or visiting different campuses.
SafeZone – provided by CriticalArc – is the unified safety, security and emergency management solution capable of helping organisations keep people safe and respond effectively to critical incidents.
The new SafeZone Alliance for Scotland initiative involves several universities, including Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Napier University, the University of Glasgow, the University of Dundee and the University of Stirling.
Enhancing retail security with AI
Leo Merle , Corporate Marketing Manager, Blaize looks at the intersection of AI and retail security, exploring its potential as well as challenges/implications.
In an era where retail transactions increasingly occur online, ensuring robust security is paramount for businesses. As technology evolves, so do the methods employed by both retailers and malicious actors.
Amidst this landscape, AI is a powerful tool, offering solutions to bolster retail security.
However, understanding the nuances of AI capabilities in the context of retail security requires a balanced, vendor-neutral perspective.
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Senior leaders connect in Dubai
On 8 May, the ISJ Leaders in Security Conference 2024, held in association with Morse Watchmans Inc. , welcomed 278 senior professionals to the Grosvenor House Hotel, Dubai Marina, UAE.
After a lively opening hour of networking in the Windsor Ballroom at the prestigious waterfront venue, attendees settled into their seats at 9 AM for the conference.
Delegates, partners and sponsors gathered to inaugurate the event, which was introduced by Ian Stokes , CEO, Centurian Media Ltd and John Cowling , Conference Chair and District Security Manager, Middle East & CIS – Global Security Law, Security and Public Policy, 卡特彼勒
During his introduction and welcoming address, John expressed gratitude to the Advisory Panel, composed of representatives from key businesses and organisations such as 联合利华 , 达信 , 萬事達卡 and the National Basketball Association (NBA) , acknowledging their pivotal role in shaping the day’s agenda.
Gunnebo Entrance Control reaffirms sustainability commitment
“We recognise the urgency of addressing climate change and are fully committed to playing our part in safeguarding the planet for future generations,” said Tina Hughan, CMktr , Global Marketing and Sustainability Director, Gunnebo Entrance Control .?
“Our journey towards sustainability is guided by a clear vision shared across our global presence and supported by concrete actions across all aspects of our operations.
“We firmly believe that actions speak louder than words, which is why we are committed to delivering tangible results in our journey towards sustainability,” Hughan added.
“Our products, processes and corporate culture are all geared towards securing a more sustainable future for Gunnebo Entrance Control and our valued customers.”
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Enhancing law enforcement effectiveness with iris recognition technology
ISJ hears from Tim Meyerhoff , Director, Product Management & Market Development, Iris ID Systems Inc .
This integration of advanced technology into law enforcement practices has evolved over the years, marking a shift towards accurate and efficient identification methods.
The early 1900’s saw the introduction of fingerprint biometric identification classifications and the Bertillon system, which was a first-of-its-kind technique.
This system tracked and identified criminal suspects based on photographs and physical measurements with the hope that it would help police identify new and repeat criminals to apply appropriate jail sentences.
While groundbreaking, this faced challenges due to its reliance on height measurements that could be shared among individuals.
Project Focus: CyberHive launches threat protection modules in the UAE
The UAE launch comes in response to the region’s medium and larger enterprises’ requirement for stronger network security and power over what passes through networks.
The company’s team leverages 20 years of industry expertise and is comprised of skilled professionals.
“We are launching in Dubai because it has long been globally renowned as a city of the future, a smart technology and innovation hub, and an environment that welcomes cutting-edge technologists,” commented Ben Locke, GCC Distributor, CyberHive .
Product Focus: BQT launches Bluetooth-enabled YG80B industrial lock
The new YG80B takes motor-driven, high strength locking to the next level,” explained Mather Nye-Hingston, Chief Operating Officer, BQT Solutions .
“It not only offers users ultimate control over their security from a mobile phone but includes additional features including user-selected fail safe/fail secure operation, multiple attempts to lock/unlock and the option to hardwire the YG80B into the facility’s physical access control system.
“We are proud to bring to the market a truly unique lock where security and convenience don’t need to be compromised.”
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