How to Install a CCTV Camera: Optimising Your Settings [Video]
CCTV consultant Simon Lambert shares his tips on how to get the best picture possible from your network cameras. Read More
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How Can Small Security Firms Compete with Big Business?
Smaller firms might have smaller resources but they can bridge the gap in a number of ways and can outdo large firms in terms of being agile and customer service. Read More
The AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool: Easy and Intuitive to Use
The AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool includes a free Android and iOS-compatible app that delivers a live video feed to smartphones via Wi-Fi. Find out how to be more productive during installations as well as how to register for the Axis tools seminar at IFSEC. Read More
Recruiting Security Engineers: the Role of Specialist Agencies in a Candidate-Driven Marketplace
Unlike so many other trades in the modern economy, security engineers have the bargaining power over prospective employees with their skills so scarce. Read More
Engineers of Tomorrow: Profile of 2015 Joint-Winners Tel Cam Security Systems
With IFSEC International’s head-to-head installer competition just a few weeks away, we spoke to one of last year’s winners about taking part in the event and his career in security. Read More
Nest Labs’ Abandonment of Revolv Smart Hub “Highlights Need for Open Standards”
Owners of the $300 Revolv Smart Hub have been left “with a useless device”, says Cesare Garlati, Chief Security Strategist at the prpl Foundation, who says Nest’s announcement also damages the credibility of cloud-based IoT services. Read More
How IT-Literate Are Security Installers in the Age of IP?
Manufacturers should do more to support integrators and installers, few of whom can afford dedicated in-house IT support. Read More
How Security and Fire Installers Can Win Business in the Retail Sector
Simon Stokes, MD and founder of Assured Fire & Security, offers advice on how to win business in a sector that generated sales of £339bn in 2015. Read More
National Apprenticeship Week 2016: Kings Security Apprentices on their Careers and Winning ‘Engineers of Tomorrow’
With National Apprenticeship Week upon us we spoke to two former winners of a competition that promotes young talent in the security industry. Read More
Eaton’s Latest Fire-Alarm System Slashes Cabling Needs in Small Premises by 50%
Eaton has pioneered a two-wire fire-alarm system that purports to simplify installation in small premises. Read More