Podcast: Episode 11 – What’s next for access control? Lee Odess on the impact of Big Tech
March 28, 2023
Hear from Lee Odess, access control expert and influencer, on what the future holds as 'Big Tech' moves into the traditional security domain. Read More
IFSEC Global Podcast: Episode 5 – ONVIF and the benefits of open standards in physical security
September 6, 2022
In this episode, Leo Levit provides an overview of ONVIF and the general trend towards open and interoperable standards in physical security. Read More
Mind the gap – how FESS ECS cards are helping the push for improved competency standards across fire and security
June 24, 2022
The skills gap remains an issue for those installing fire and security systems, but change is underway explains Andy Reakes and Trevor Jenks. Read More
Career changers: How to seamlessly welcome them into your team
April 22, 2022
Dakota Murphey explores why security and fire businesses should be ready to accept engineers from other industries and how they can do so. Read More
Live installer training comes to IFSEC & FIREX to support efforts to raise competency and close the skills gap in security and fire
March 16, 2022
For the first time at IFSEC & FIREX International, installers, integrators and engineers will be able to attend in-person training sessions! Read More
Security installation firm reaps rewards of investment in young talent and apprentices
July 6, 2021
Hear first-hand from Mike Alley on the success his firm has seen from investing in apprenticeship schemes and training for its engineers. Read More
“Easy integration between access control software and entrance systems is a necessity” – Vistec Systems on biometrics trends and partnering with Suprema
June 21, 2021
Vistec Systems gives an exclusive insight into its recent access control integration projects and why it views Suprema as a key partner. Read More
How the KNX open protocol can support smart building systems integrators
May 24, 2021
Explaining the value the KNX open protocol can bring to systems integrators and why it can open up new business opportunities for installers. Read More
IFSEC Tech Talks: Design Automator – SaaS solution for security system design
May 6, 2021
Design Automator demonstrates its SaaS solution for the security systems industry that automates the engineering process. Read More
The benefits of deep learning video analytics ebook launched by IDIS to support integrators
March 23, 2021
IDIS has launched an ebook highlighting the rewards for businesses when utilising deep learning technology in their video surveillance cameras. Read More
Move towards CCTV in the cloud leads to growing expectations of security systems installers
January 27, 2021
According to new findings from NW Security, there is growing demand on security installers and integrators due to cloud migration. Read More
Software-as-a-Service is growing across security: Are you ready?
November 3, 2020
The benefits to integrators and end-user customers in developing a recurring monthly revenue business model by offering Software-as-a-Service applications. Read More
Why security tech and integrators can help retailers fight back and prosper
October 20, 2020
As a sector under pressure, retail needs to find methods to adapt and evolve. Security tech can be part of this fightback, argues Jamie Barnfield, Sale Director at IDIS Europe. Read More
European integrators offered support from IDIS for ‘growth markets’ in video projects
July 17, 2020
IDIS is working with systems integrators across Europe to identify and secure video projects in post-COVID growth sectors. Read More
Integrator warns of worrying shift from ‘value’ to ‘cost’ in procurement process
May 11, 2020
Integrated Fire and Security business, Evolution, has warned the industry that there is a worrying shift in procurement focus from ‘value’ to ‘cost’. Read More
Genetec unveils London HQ
December 20, 2019
Seeking to build upon strong growth in the wider EMEA region, Canadian-based Genetec has unveiled a new UK HQ in the centre of London, moving away from its previous home in Reading. IFSEC reports back from the opening. Read More