Access Control
A key segment of the security industry, access control solutions include those technologies and measures that control access and enable legitimate entry to a physical or logical resource. Many SIA members manufacture, integrate, distribute or service access control technologies, and as such the association places a high priority on following trends, developments and innovations in the area.
State of New York Provides Retailers With Tax Credit for Security Improvements
What Retailers Need to Know About Using New York’s Retail Security Tax Credit On April 20, 2024, the New York State legislature passed its annual budget measure for fiscal year 2025 which addresses multiple priorities and enacts key proposals from Gov. Kathy Hochul. Of significance to New York business owners, workers and consumers, the measure…
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SPARC Intelligence Report: Mobile Credential Solutions
Explore challenges in managing mobile credentials, current solutions being used and how the industry can enhance adoption and effectiveness.
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New Solutions for Multifamily Access Control
Cloud platforms and mobile credentials offer convenience and security Access control systems for apartments, condominiums and gated communities have evolved from traditional methods such as keys, cards and fobs to more advanced solutions. Smart access control presents an opportunity to foster new client relationships, and security integrators who are serious about growing their business should…
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Mobile Credentials: A Seamless and Sustainable Approach to Access
As mobile credentials become ubiquitous, mobile access systems become more powerful Picture going to the office and quickly entering by just tapping a smartphone against a digital reader. There is no searching for keycards or badges, just seamless access granted. As you make your way through the building, from the lobby to your designated floor,…
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Physical Access Control Joins the IoT Ecosystem
ACRE Security’s Jeff Ross Discusses How a Security Solution Leads the Way to Digital Transformation Businesses worldwide are undergoing a profound change. Embracing process automation and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven data capture, they are embarking on the journey of digital transformation. Amidst this technological revolution, the Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a critical enabler,…
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Mobile Access Gains Ground in the Security Industry
CoreWillSoft’s Ivan Kravchenko Discusses How Bluetooth Low-Energy, Near-Field Communication and Ultra-Wideband Power Flexible Solutions In an increasingly connected world, smartphones are no longer mere communication devices. They have evolved into multi-functional gadgets that are deeply interwoven into our daily lives, serving both personal and professional needs. From ordering a meal to managing complex business processes,…
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Leveraging the Advantages of Access Control and Intercom Integration
Aiphone’s Brad Kamcheff Discusses How, When Combined, the Two Systems Can Enhance Security and Operations Trusted and cost effective, intercoms have long been a mainstay in the entry control space. They are recognized as one of the first tried and true technologies to manage access into controlled areas. Today, they continue to be successfully deployed…
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Guest Post: “I’ve Upgraded My Credentials. My Facility Is Safe Now, Right?”
Upgrading to a secure credential is one of the most important security upgrades for any organization, regardless of what industry they operate in. For many building owners or facility managers, removing proximity (prox) cards or other legacy credentials from your security environment is a great place to start when working toward a more secure future.…
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Black Hat 2023 Session Underscores Importance of Implementing OSDP Properly
Research from Bishop Fox identifies possible OSDP implementation vulnerabilities and provides insightful recommendations to better secure OSDP devices in the field In early 2023, Bishop Fox disclosed to SIA several weaknesses in an OSDP implementation. Members of the OSDP Technical Subcommittee met with senior security engineer Dan Petro to review in depth the vulnerabilities along…
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Video: Fundamentals of Access Control for the Proptech Community
In this video, SIA Proptech Advisory Board member Chris Wilson covers key concepts for the proptech community to know. New video from SIA’s Proptech Advisory Board! Proptech Advisory Board member Chris Wilson, chief technology officer/principal at MXV Security Solutions, provides a “101 course” on access control, covering key concepts that those in the proptech or…
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