Homeland Security

Analysis: Technological Innovations, Government Regulations Drive Use Of Biometrics In Border Control Applications

August 5, 2008

The increased stringency clamped down on fraudulent activities and illegal immigration post 9/11 has greatly increased biometrics’ usage in border control applications. The convenience and user friendliness of biometric solutions such as e-passports have made biometrics the security solution of choice to monitor cross-border activities.


Case Study: MITOC

By Brian Dopp · August 4, 2008

Regardless of the scope and scale, when disaster strikes, first responders need a rapid and effective way to collect and communicate information in the early moments.


Without Incident

By Roni Zehavi · August 2008

Techniques to more effectively cope with emergencies

Without Incident

Defined as occurrences that have or might have a negative impact on the continuity of routine operations, incidents may occur in any organization, public facility or business entity.


U.S. Park Police Use Explosive Screening Device During Independence Day Celebration

July 31, 2008

After less than one hour of operational instruction, U.S. Park Police effectively used XPAKs to screen packages from randomly chosen attendees at the National Mall Celebration on the 4th of July.


TSA To Expand Advanced Technology X-Ray, Passenger Imaging Deployment

July 30, 2008

The Transportation Security Administration recently announced expanded deployment that will bring Advanced Technology X-ray (AT) and Passenger Imaging to 21 of the nation's busiest airports by the end of 2008.


DHS Announces $1.8 Billion In Preparedness Grants

July 28, 2008

The Department of Homeland Security announced recently approximately $1.8 billion in grants to bolster state, urban area and tribal government efforts to improve the nation’s readiness, response and recovery capabilities for both natural and man-made emergencies.


Kansas City Law Enforcement Agencies Deploy COPLINK System

July 25, 2008

As a part of the Kansas City Urban Area Security Initiative officials announced recently that they will use COPLINK(R) as a core component of their Emerging Threat Analysis Capability (ETAC) operations. ETAC will enable crime and threat analysis in a cross jurisdictional manner throughout the Kansas City Metro Area and will tie in with MoDex, a statewide Missouri COPLINK initiative.


Following the Israeli Plan

By Ralph C Jensen · July 23, 2008

When in Rome, do as the Romans. But to tighten up security at U.S. airports it might be wise to adopt novel Israeli methods, using behavior-detection technology.


Selecting an Emergency Communications Solution...and Getting the Most Out of It

July 23, 2008

As organizations continue to mature in the development of Business Continuity plans (people / work group / departments) versus Disaster Recovery plans (technology), the need for mass notification tools has grown. As a result, the number of choices, vendors, and types of solutions is exploding. Large numbers of alternatives are normally an advantage to the buyer, but it can add much confusion when trying to make the right choice.


Asian City To Install Municipal Security Command/Control System

July 22, 2008

Magal Security Systems recently announced that it has received an order for the installation of a municipal security command and control system in a capital city in Asia, based on its FORTIS System.


New Products

Emergency Response: Communication

Wayfinding Tool

Notifier's Onyx FirstVision™ is a wayfinding navigational tool designed for firefighters and other emergency responders. A PC-based touchscreen graphically displays critical information on the origin and spread of a fire. Emergency responders can immediately gather the information needed to accurately pinpoint the source of the fire and the spreading rate. An interactive interface displays building floor plans with the location of all fire alarm devices, water supplies, evacuation routes, access routes, gas, power and HVAC shutoffs, and chemical and structural hazards in the building.

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Combating Counterfeiting

How can you prevent your identification cards from being easy to duplicate?

New Webinar

Expanding Options with IP

IP has changed the way people are thinking about security for their industrial environments. With the vast capability for collecting and analyzing data that comes with an IP-based security system, the mission is no longer simply surveillance, but an integrated security system.

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