Tag: CCTV

Podcast: Unlocking Video Surveillance

August 7, 2017 ... Security cameras are smarter than ever before. The move from analog to IP-based digital video surveillance has allowed cameras to go from a documentary tool to one that can now be used to prevent crimes. However, with extra convenience comes the additional potential for vulnerability. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/podcast-unlocking-video-surveillance/

Science fiction soon to be (augmented) reality

July 5, 2017 ... Smart glasses with built-in night-vision, biometric scanning and even X-ray vision. It might sound like science fiction and even though some of these features are at an very early stage, Augmented Reality for security applications might soon see rapid development. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/science-fiction-soon-to-be-augmented-reality/

Tracking for security and safety

February 25, 2016 ... Ever tried using GPS indoors? You probably noticed that it's not very effective. Real-time tracking of personnel, vehicles, or assets indoors in high-risk applications require a high degree of reliability and accuracy. Using Ultra-Wideband (UWB) radio technology, Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) can be invaluable for workplace safety in a warehouse or for perimeter security when married with video analytics. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/tracking-for-security-and-safety/

Big Data in physical security

January 19, 2015 ... In our previous article about Big Data we learned that retail giants like Amazon use Big Data to analyze purchases and boost sales. But how is Big Data currently being utilized in the realm of physical security? According to Bob Banerjee, Senior Director of Training and Knowledge with NICE Systems, it isn’t. “One thing people need to realize is that just because a source generate a lot of data, that doesn’t make it Big Data,” he says. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/using-big-data-in-physical-security/

Safe for – and from the public

June 29, 2012 ... Achieving adequate levels of security in public facilities often means treading a fine line between granting taxpaying citizens their constitutional right of access, without compromising the security and safety of visitors and public officials. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/safe-for-and-from-the-public-14/

Balancing act for museum security

June 29, 2012 ... Public facilities such as museums and libraries have the complex task of being open and accessible to the public while at the same time protecting priceless objects. It’s a tricky balancing act which only works if the right tools and training are in place. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/balancing-act-for-museum-security-14/

Stadiums keep track for better control

June 29, 2012 ... Technology is helping improve safety and security at football stadiums and could help consign the crowd disasters of the past to history. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/stadiums-keep-track-for-better-control-14/

Theft tops list of retailer challenges

May 3, 2012 ... Retail losses from theft – both internal and external – are staggering. Protecting goods must be a top priority for retailers, according to loss prevention and security experts. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/theft-tops-list-of-retailer-challenges/

Sharing the holiday investment

February 17, 2012 ... An appealing blend between staying in a hotel and owning your own home, timeshare holidays are growing in demand. How do they handle security challenges? https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/sharing-the-holiday-investment/

Airport security grows up

December 20, 2011 ... New technologies such as Advanced Imaging Technology and video analytics could help make long lines at airport security checkpoints a thing of the past. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/airport-security-grows-up/