September 2007
Features
By W.H. Hobbs, RCDD, NTS
HEALTHCARE providers today deal with threats not thought of a few years ago. In the past, a family’s gravest concern was infectious disease, and if there were significant security threats, many people were comfortably oblivious of them. Today, healthcare facilities must be aware of multi-dimensional threats such as infant abduction, drug theft, workplace violence and even terrorism.
By Cynthia Freschi
WHEN evaluating digital platforms, there are many factors that need to be considered. Understanding real-time recording versus time-lapse recording, defining resolution, calculating storage and more can all prove to be an ongoing challenge for most.
By John Becker
IN recent years, airports have been pushed to invest an unprecedented amount of money and time into security. These facilities can take numerous technological measures to combat security risks. This includes card readers with highly accurate credentials for ensuring the identity of employees, video analytics for early detection of suspicious behavior and digital video recording for visual evidence of suspects in question.
By Bill Lozon
IT seems a shame to have to start yet another article on security with the words “in the aftermath of 9/11.” However, when it comes to protecting national monuments and treasures, the fact is security has had to change significantly in the past six years as a result of heightened terrorism concerns.
By Barry Walker
THREATS to the safety to the students and staff at all schools in this country have pushed the limits of conventional video security solutions. The tragic events that unfolded at Virginia Tech in April have shown that the safety of students of all ages—from pre-school to college students—is a top priority.
By Dr. Bob Banerjee
ESTABLISHING dependable security systems at the nation’s ports is no easy task. Significant challenges pertaining to both the ports’ physical location and set up, as well as access to security data from remote locations, can complicate the installation and operation of security systems.
By David Drab
WHEN it comes to information security, many organizations rely heavily on a tactical and operational approach. The bulk of budgets and resources are directed toward technical solutions like firewalls and filters to keep the bad guys—hackers, spammers, phishers and thieves—out.
By Frank Abram
ECHNOLOGY doesn’t come cheap, but when it makes its debut, much can be said about the impact. The same is true for Pan-Focus technology and its ability to view every object in the camera’s field of view. We wanted to know more, so talked with Sanyo vice president and general manager Frank Abram.
By Samuel Shanes
IN the wake of the Virginia Tech massacre, college and university safety systems and procedures are undergoing extensive re-evaluation, with reliable and effective emergency mass notification being the main emphasis.
By Bob Levine
Finally, a search of the vehicle top is required to complete the search. The tops of vehicles generally do not offer inconspicuous hiding places; however, height itself becomes an obstacle to inspection that perpetrators can use to their advantage. A thorough vehicle search includes the roof surface, where contraband, IEDs and even people can be concealed.
By Jim McDonald
When managers at Ingersoll Rand sought to enhance the efficiency of their dealer sales channel, they turned to a Web access and identity management solution for help. This global manufacturer of industrial products and services distributes some of the world’s most popular industrial brands.
By Sharon Steinhoff-Smith
THE success of an identity management program begins at the heart of an organization’s business strategy. Ryerson, a leading distributor and processor of metal, based in Chicago, is guided by three fundamental principles, one of which is an intense focus on operating efficiency.
By Kathleen Rhodes
In order to accommodate growth, the 13th Judicial Circuit in Fla. recently expanded to occupy two adjacent six-story buildings in downtown Tampa.
By Joerg Borchert
EARLIER this year, information technology and computer security publications buzzed with reports that RFID-based proximity cards could be cloned.
Departments
By Megan Weadock
TRANSPORTATION security continues to be tested around the world, especially in Europe, where attempted bombings and terrorist plots have become increasingly common.
By Karina Sanchez
THE carefree days of college are not far from most peoples’ minds. But in college, security was hardly an issue.
By Ralph C Jensen
MANY of us attending ASIS this year have already made plans and flight reservations to do so. But those familiar with the Las Vegas airport are not looking forward to dealing with one thing—the security lines.
By Frank Abram
TECHNOLOGY doesn’t come cheap, but when it makes its debut, much can be said about the impact. The same is true for Pan-Focus technology and its ability to view every object in the camera’s field of view. We wanted to know more, so talked with Sanyo vice president and general manager Frank Abram.