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Digital Building Twins

Greater transparency and cost-effectiveness for building operations

Digital twins rank among the most important technologies of our age. They are invaluable platforms for modeling and improving products, services, and processes – and, of course, buildings. We apply these capabilities, which have become an integral part of Industry 4.0, to understand buildings better and let you make the most of them.

How does a digital building twin add value?

We use digital twins to give you a completely new view of the buildings that you own or operate. Historical information, in combination with comprehensive data captured in real time, is applied to create a precise image of your facility that is constantly updated and refined. This technology enables a completely new level of transparency and comprehensive knowledge about a building and how it is operated – the best possible basis for continually optimizing it.

Retrofitting: digital twins let existing buildings benefit from the digital age

To forge a digital twin that’s a virtual image of your facility, data can be culled from existing equipment, software, systems, and sensors used to manage buildings and their lighting, energy consumption, and security systems. Other relevant data from a variety of sources can also be integrated. Information on floors and rooms may already be available in the form of Excel spreadsheets, and any other data available from building information modeling (BIM) projects can contribute more. In case even more data are needed, they can be captured by installing additional sensors. This approach is what also makes digital twins such an attractive approach for existing buildings.

These raw figures are then enriched with additional information. We apply ontologies – in other words, conceptual categories for classifying entities in order to understand them better – as a tool for interpreting semantic complexes and deriving valuable conclusions. Bosch applies its own ontologies while also learning from the insights and knowledge of partners and competitors. These are openly shared, since the entire real estate sector derives major benefits from an improved semantic understanding of buildings.

Thanks to our many years of experience as a system integrator and our expertise in the fields of building security, building automation, and energy, Bosch is excellently positioned to take information that a digital twin generates from system and sensor data and transform it into a complete overall view. This in turn makes it possible to seamlessly monitor and understand how a building actually works in real time. The bottom line is invaluable insights for optimally controlling and continuously optimizing it throughout its useful life.

Some examples of the many services that digital building twins enable

Predictive maintenance

Building maintenance companies will be able to precisely predict when and for how long which components of a ventilation system will be in use, whether these behave as expected or, for example, whether and if so when it will be necessary to replace a filter. This permits optimal scheduling of technicians and automatic ordering of required replacement parts a couple of weeks ahead of time.

Indoor navigation

When people arrive for appointments in unfamiliar buildings, finding the right room can sometimes turn into a frantic marathon. Help could take the form of an easy-to-use digital indoor navigation system that conveniently guides visitors from the underground garage to the right conference room or other destination within the building.

 

Interview: Mariela Madjarova, CEO, Teletek Electronics

I am extremely happy that my and our team’s year-long efforts are successful year after year. In the past 7 years, our average revenue growth is 18%. We are operational in over 85 markets. It can be done only with the dedicated work of all employees. Currently, Teletek Electronics work with more than 190 highly motivated and qualified specialists.

 a&s Adria: Ms. Madjarova, please present yourself to our readers: your education, business experience, what department and area are you in charge of within Teletek?

Madjarova: I am Mariela Madjarova, Chief Executive Officer of Teletek Electronics and I have been managing the company for more than 11 years. I graduated in Chemical Engineering at the University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy in Sofia and a number of additional qualifications: Marketing and Finance in Japan, Marketing and practice in the UK, and the MBA in Entrepreneurship at the New Bulgarian University. When I started working for Teletek Electronics 29 years ago, I was the only salesperson in a small company in the security sector. Over the years, I have passed through various positions in the company, which I think has made me an excellently prepared candidate for the position of Executive Director.

a&s Adria: For 30 years now, Teletek Electronics is manufacturing a complete range of alarm and fire alarm equipment. What were the most important milestones on your way to success? In stats, how many employees do you have now, how many products did you produce, and in how many countries do you sell them?

Madjarova: We have come a long way in these 30 years – from a small local company with several products to an internationally known manufacturer of intruder and fire alarm solutions! It was and still is a real challenge for a Bulgarian company to answer to fast-developing technologies, to keep constant high quality and win and keep its position on the world market.

I am extremely happy that my and our team’s year-long efforts are successful year after year. In the past 7 years, our average revenue growth is 18%. We are operational in over 85 markets. It can be done only with the dedicated work of all employees. Currently, Teletek Electronics work with more than 190 highly motivated and qualified specialists. We are proud of our own R&D department – experienced hardware, firmware, and test engineers work on the company’s new developments. As result, we have more than 650 own developed products – intruder & fire alarm devices. This is how we succeed in answering the constantly growing needs of our customers and preserving our serious positions in this dynamic market. We continue to invest in new developments and innovations of existing products and solutions.

a&s Adria: How has your company dealt with the effects of the pandemic during these two years? What did you have to undertake to keep your business going and employees safe?

Madjarova: We have succeeded and we continue to succeed in this situation! Of course, it was extremely difficult to find the balance between company and business results and our team’s health and safety. We had to implement quickly a completely different organization of working and production processes. For us, the pandemic had a positive impact – the team became more motivated and I am proud to say that in the last 2 years we have managed to develop a number of new products.

a&s Adria: Many producers and vendors are reporting a global shortage of micro-chips and problems with the transport of electronic parts, as well as an increase in pricing of energy and components. How do you, as a producer settled in Bulgaria, deal with these issues? Are you forced to postpone deliveries and increase the price of your products?

Madjarova: The situation is more than critical. We use over 4000 different components. There are between 200 and 500 parts in each of our products and if one is missing, the product cannot be produced. At the same time, one component cannot be replaced by another that you manage to find on the market – each one is specific, the software has been written for it and in order to change it, new development must be made. We are currently processing several products because we cannot find the necessary components in any way. We have an increase in costs by over 20% – mostly because of the components, but also because of the price of electricity, fuels, transport, but we can not pass it on to customers. Everything made of plastic or metal has risen permanently, and we use them in almost all products. The situation is quite absurd at the moment.

a&s Adria: Do you think that problems with manufacturing and transport from Asia will cause buyers to turn more to closer, European manufacturers such as yourself? Do you see this as an opportunity for Teletek to gain more market share?

Madjarova: I believe that more and more buyers will prefer proven and certified European manufacturers, not only because of the problem with the production and deliveries but mainly of the quality of the devices and systems. If a single device does not work properly or cause false alarms, it significantly increases the cost of replacement, maintenance, and seriously affects the image of the installer’s company. More and more installers and system integrators prefer reliable solutions from proven manufacturers. I think this is an opportunity not for Teletek only but for every company with high-quality products.

a&s Adria: What products from both intrusion detection and fire alarm product range would you select as the most sold ones and why is that?

Madjarova: Our addressable fire alarm systems – Simpo and Iris are the best sellers. Flexible, intelligent, EN54 certificated, the systems include a wide range of devices and have enhanced integration and networking capabilities to meet the needs of small to larger buildings and installations. For intruder alarm range is our Eclipse series with its wired and hybrid solutions. The additional option for work on a time schedule is great for offices and warehouses as it allows autonomous management of the system following a work schedule set in advance.

a&s Adria: Last year you marketed IRIS8 as the “most powerful and sophisticated intelligent addressable fire alarm panel in Teletek Electronics portfolio”. What features make it your flagship product?

Madjarova: IRIS8 is an expandable addressable fire alarm control panel. Intelligent and technically advanced, it has enhanced integration and networking capabilities to meet the current and future needs of small to larger buildings and installations. The initial purpose of iRIS8 is to be used for fire alarm warning but due to its flexible design, it can be modified to carry out many other functions like control and indication applications, with direct integration into intelligent buildings through MODBUS protocol. The available configuration varies from 1 to 8 detection loops. iRIS8 can network up to 64 panels, making it ideal for the largest sites including schools, hospitals, multi-site retail/supermarkets, critical infrastructure, and major commercial and industrial facilities. iRIS8 supports two protocols for communication in order to provide a vast range of devices and cope with the most demanding projects. Combined with the modular structure and the networking features there is no project which can’t be realized with iRIS8.

a&s Adria: You also had some improvements in the latest IRIS/Simpo versions?

Madjarova: We are constantly working on improvements for Simpo and Iris. The latest versions have an addition of Mimic panel, serial connection of Evac panels, support of ESPA444 protocol, “Class Change” is now with the selectable tone, “Silence Sounder” can now be performed by zones using inputs, similar to Evac cycle the panel now have Alarm cycle (for voice evacuation purpose).

a&s Adria: “There is a transformation of the intruder alarm system from a traditional signaling device, to a much more interactive system,” said Omdia analyst, Anna Sliwon-Stewart. The development of enhanced connectivity options, from 2G to 4G and even 5G, alongside the integration of disparate systems, has enabled intruder alarm systems to be more than simply a security necessity. There is an increased demand for security systems to interact with each other across access control, video surveillance, and intruder devices (for instance, alarm triggering corresponding video footage). Do you offer or work on this new generation of intruder alarm systems?

Madjarova: Currently we are testing a new protocol for our Eclipse series and new wireless series PAX which we are planning to launch within H1 2022. Both series in combination with Observer software that allows the integration of third-party video cameras and video verification by both an intruder and fire alarms will be the best solution for any medium to large site. We continue to develop a brand new wireless solution, a new mobile application, and cloud-based services.

a&s Adria: In November, you have released the Home ProTTEct mobile application. What is it intended for and what are its major features?

Madjarova: Home ProTTEct is a mobile application for management and monitoring of all the intruder alarm systems manufactured by Teletek Electronics: ECLIPSE and BRAVO series. The application is simple, user-friendly, and native, developed for both Android and iOS, in accordance with the latest requirements of both platforms. The main features of the Home ProTTEct are Remote System control – user can Arm and Disarm his system/s remotely; Multi-system control – the application can manage multiple systems; System status indication – the user can see the last event and the alarm status in the system list of the application; System sharing– a user can share his system by generating a QR code through the Home ProTTEct app, so another user can add this system as well;  Partial arming – the user can also set the system in two different partial arm states – Stay or Sleep Arm; Detector management – the user can manage(enable/disable) the detectors/zones of the system when needed; Push notifications in case of any event in the system; Alarm snooze algorithm, etc. The application supports two methods for adding a new system – Manual – by entering your user credentials manually and by scanning a QR code – the code is generated by the Ajax SP Server (Cloud). We continue to work on the development of the application and we will add new features by the end of 2022.

a&s Adria: You also offer a range of other software. What are they used for?

Madjarova: We have several software solutions:

  • ProsTE, a software package for programming of Teletek Electronics intruder and fire alarm panels. The software allows fast and user-friendly programming.
  • Observer – software for local monitoring of Teletek Electronics addressable Fire Alarm Systems – Iris, Iris Pro, and Simpo and Intruder Alarm Systems – Eclipse and Bravo. The software also allows remote access, administration, and video verification of the connected systems.
  • Guard View is centralized monitoring software compatible with all popular alarm receivers and support communication formats like DSC SurGard, Electronics Line, SIA/ Contact ID, LARS, KP Electronics, FSK, Enigma, and others. This software is dedicated to the security companies that provide services like monitoring security systems.

a&s Adria: What European and international standards are your products in compliance with? And what is the scope of those certificates?

Madjarova: We stand out with the high and consistent quality of our products. They meet the EN54 and EN50131 standards and are audited every year by authorized laboratories. We offer not just a range of products, but complete solutions – from alarm systems for the home to high-technology integrated systems for large buildings. Teletek Electronics’ products fully comply with the European and International Standards. As proof of its high manufacturing quality, the Company was also awarded ISO 9001:2015, issued by the authorized body SGS.

a&s Adria: Teletek has many successful projects across a lot of vertical markets. Can you present some of your most complex and representative case studies in the last couple of years?

Madjarova: We are proud that over a million buildings worldwide are protected by our systems. Our technology is used in places like the Parliament of Moldova, City hall of Lisbon, Piraeus Banк- headquarter and branches in Greece; Lufthansa Technik Sofia base, the building of the Defense Ministry and the NATO’s headquarters in Sofia, The Maakri – Kvartal complex in Estonia’s capital Tallinn, Vila Galé Hotels – Portugal; Regalia Gold Hotel – Nha Trang, Vietnam, etc.

a&s Adria: What global trends will define the fire alarm and intrusion detection industry in years ahead and what can we expect from Teletek when it comes to new technologies and opening new markets and offices?

Madjarova: We live in the era of fast-developing high technologies, particularly in the field of electronics. One of the most important technological trends is the integration of all security systems (intruder alarm systems, fire alarm systems, access control, video surveillance, etc.) and the potential for connecting with other building systems in order to give the customer a single system for simplified management of several subsystems. Other trends are moving towards hybrid and wireless solutions, mobile connectivity, communication modules, automatization, Internet of Things. Security systems integration, smart home, and home automation are hot topics, they allow the customer to manage with their mobile phone the alarm and other systems in the home, such as the heating, the electricity, the lightning. We continue to develop high-performance products and solutions, combining our profound technological experience, strong production capacity with the latest trends, and the energy and passion of our people.

a&s Adria: Your opinion on the Adriatic region security market, are there enough projects and investments to recover the market from the pandemic? What are your plans for Southeast Europe?

Madjarova: Adriatic Region is a fast-changing market with stable growth in the field of security technologies. Until recently, the region was highly price-oriented and the price was a leading factor in choosing a security system. With the entry of foreign investors and large investment projects in construction, the market is changing. Factors such as quality, reliability, certification, the manufacturer are leading in choosing a system. The entry of more complex and intelligent systems on the Adriatic market requires training and development of knowledge of installers and technicians. Part of our policy in the region is to help our partners and their clients with training and qualifications. I believe the investments in the construction business, along with expertise, experience, and knowledge of the installers, will lead to steady growth in the security market over the next few years.

6 key trends that define today’s intercoms

Intercoms are important devices that control access to buildings. Overtime, they have evolved into advanced devices that meet end users’ various needs. This note identifies some of the latest trends in intercoms.

Intercoms are an important part of a building’s security. They may be overlooked compared to video surveillance and access control, yet they are no less important. In fact, according to Grand View Research, the global video intercom devices market size was valued at US$17.82 billion in 2018 and is anticipated to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 12.8 percent from 2019 to 2025.

More and more, intercom solutions have evolved into more than just mere indoor and outdoor stations where the visitor initiates a call and the resident presses a button to let them in. Remote management and integration with other systems are now possible, thanks in large part to intercoms’ migration to IP. Below we identify some of the latest trends in intercoms.

Video-based

Video intercoms have become more prevalent compared to their audio counterparts. “Video-based intercoms are the future. With IP, you have features like HD, incredible audio quality and a huge range of integration options. HD video intercoms are already being widely used in both residential and commercial property,” said Tomas Vystavel, CPO of 2N.
Yet, that is not to say audio intercoms have become obsolete. In fact, there is still a significant segment of the market that uses audio intercoms. It all depends on the application for which the intercom is used. “Audio-based intercoms are high in demand in places where communication and announcements are critical. For example, in the educational space where classroom communication and general announcements are vital to a school functioning, or in hospitals where nurses and patients must be able to communicate,” said Brad Kamcheff, Marketing Manager of Aiphone.

Control from anywhere

Control from anywhere has become a major trend in intercom solutions. “Control from anywhere – enterprise solutions are getting popular where servers (control systems) are placed in locations with redundancy. Cloud based intercom systems will be the future,” said Arya Varma, MD of TKH Security & Airport Solutions Asia.
“Remote access and monitoring are without a doubt the biggest trends from the past few years, as it allows constant eyes on a facility. These abilities are especially in demand when it comes to federal or government buildings where entire divisions might be offsite, due to the pandemic,” Kamcheff said. “For example, if a visitor accesses the building and uses an intercom to call the office, it is immediately rerouted to the individual working remotely with no lapse in communication. This seamless connectivity directly improves the visitor, or customer experience. This also gives the appearance the building is more occupied than it seems, therefore also acting as a crime deterrent.”

Mobile applications 

Closely related to control from anywhere is the use of mobile devices for control and management. “If you’re at work, for example, but you’re having food or packages delivered to your residence, you can remotely allow access to whomever needs it,” Kamcheff said. “Another benefit of mobile applications is they allow for easier turnover in multi-tenant or condo facilities. Facility management will only have to reset the software for the unit’s door station and remove, or give, access to those who require a change. There is no need to cancel key cards or worry about returns or copies.”

Intercoms in the post-pandemic era

Integration with other security systems such as video surveillance has also become more common. When integrated with video surveillance, for example, unauthorized or suspicious persons can be identified, and an alarm can be sent. “Already intercom integration with various access control and video management solution is a must for most of the projects. Integration with VMS for video analytics is already happening,” Varma said.

Wireless

Conventionally, IP intercoms are connected by Ethernet cables. This can be made wireless by Wi-Fi. Further, cellular technologies such as 4G and even 5G will also become more dominant. “More than wireless intercom, 4G- or 5G-based intercom communication will get popular when data transfer gets cheaper, locations are remote and connectivity by cable is challenge. This trend is not really visible now but will happened in future,” Varma said.

Disease control and prevention

Intercoms have also evolved to suit users’ pandemic needs. For example, they’ve become more contactless and can now play a role in occupancy management.

Verticals suited

Needless to say, intercoms are commonly seen in apartment and multi-tenant buildings. But they can benefit the commercial sector as well.

“Intercoms can be beneficial to nearly all commercial industries, including the educational, office and medical sectors,” Kamcheff said. “For example, a government building can utilize the remote monitoring capabilities of a video intercom to answer call requests from onsite visitors, while staff might be offsite. A hospital can deploy an intercom to improve patient/staff communication, and to eliminate excess room visits. For example, a nurse can use a video intercom to interact with a patient who might be sick with COVID-19 and answer questions they have without having to take unnecessary chances by entering a room. A school can use an intercom to communicate with students, guiding them through proper steps before entering a facility, such as a reminder to take a temperature or wear a face mask.”

SALTO achieves carbon neutrality

SALTO Systems has achieved carbon neutrality thanks to its participation in two innovative projects with a triple-transformative effect on the economy, society and nature to achieve SALTO’s goal: for its operations to have zero impact on the climate.

In order to accelerate decarbonisation and contribute to achieving the emission-reduction goals set by the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, SALTO maintains it is committed to promoting environmental recovery projects through revegetation, in order to offset CO2 emissions by sequestering them in tree species.

In total, the 1,721 tons of CO2 generated in 2020 (359 at its headquarters in Oiartzun, Gipuzkoa in Spain and 1,362 across its worldwide network of offices and group companies) were offset in 2021 through two ground-breaking projects: River Chinchiná Forestry Project, Colombia (Fundación Ecodes and CeroCO2): Reforestation and protection of hydrographic basins in the Andes, and Apadrina un Olivo (Sponsor an Olive Tree) in Teruel, Spain, which fights to recover olive groves, as well as against depopulation and the abandonment of olive groves in Spain.

Thanks to these two projects and other strategies devised to decarbonise SALTO’s activities, together with a commitment to the environment and looking after the natural world, SALTO claims it has been able to achieve carbon neutrality across all its factories and offices, in more than 40 countries.

The achievement can be demonstrated in the figures provided by the company, for example, 100% of the electricity used in SALTO’s factory is sustainable and comes from renewable sources, and 25% of the electrical energy comes from the sun. SALTO has installed 640 solar panels in its factory, the first large-scale solar power installation in its global network. In addition, numerous energy-efficiency initiatives have been adopted that have reduced carbon emissions through energy saving, avoiding 198 tons of CO2 per year.

In addition, SALTO has minimised single-use plastics in its packaging, offices, work café and marketing materials and replaced them with more sustainable alternatives, such as biodegradable products made from FSC-certified paper, cellulose and wood.

The environmental policies implemented by SALTO reduce the environmental impact of its operations. By adopting practices that reduce its carbon footprint, helps the company to consume energy responsibly, whilst minimising waste as much as possible and maximising resource use. SALTO also sets mandatory environmental standards to embed sustainability across SALTO’s worldwide network of offices and headquarters.

SATEL and Partizan integration: now also for iOS

Since February 2022, Partizan mobile app also for iOS can control SATEL security devices. Previously, just owners of smartphones on Android could appreciate this functionality.

The developers of both companies have done a lot of work. The result was a multifunctional security system that works on the principle of “all in one smartphone”.

SATEL is a well-known Polish manufacturer of smart devices for security systems, smart homes, access control systems and fire alarms. During its more than thirty years of history, SATEL has repeatedly received the highest international awards. The company supplies its innovative products to the markets of 70 countries of the world.

Partizan is a European brand founded in 2008. Today it is one of the leading manufacturers of video surveillance solutions on the continent. Partizan mobile app is well known in the security industry. In 2019, this program received the Grand Prix at the prestigious European exhibition Adria Security Summit. This development has one of the highest user ratings on Google Play and App Store among similar software.

Controlling smart home devices, SATEL fire and burglar alarms with Partizan app opens up great opportunities for both installers and end-users.

“Our partnership with Partizan Security will undoubtedly benefit all those who seek to make their home or business more secure”, — notes Grzegorz Rutkowski, SATEL board member.

“Such integrations bring professional security systems closer to ordinary consumers. This expands the opportunities for both business and end-users”, — commented Dmitry Danilchenko, CEO of Partizan Security.

This Austrian town fire brigade solved their “lost key problem” with CLIQ® Go electronic locking system

London, February 2022 – In the town of Mistelbach, close to Austria’s borders with Czechia and Slovakia, a voluntary fire service has been in operation for 140 years. In that time, they have not only fought the dangers posed by fire, but also provided first aid in special operations such as vehicle recovery and rescues.

A disaster assistance service is also in place to provide regional aid in the event of a disaster and to support or relieve fire brigades on major assignments, such as large-scale fires, natural disasters, supplying emergency provisions to the population or clearing roads.

Michael Holzschuh, assistant commander of the voluntary fire brigade, outlined the requirements for a new locking system: “Quick response is essential if we are called out and every second counts. Plus it’s easy for things to get lost. To lose a key is particularly irritating: 50 colleagues, which means 50 keys. In the past, losing a key was a major problem. We can’t allow just anyone to have access.”

A CLIQ Go electromechanical system from ASSA ABLOY now provides a 21st-century access control solution. The station has been fitted with 15 CLIQ mechatronic locking cylinders, which are installed and operate wire-free. Fifty programmable, battery powered CLIQ keys have been distributed among authorised keyholders. A standard battery inside every CLIQ key powers the microelectronics inside the locking cylinder.

CLIQ Go’s app-based system management makes access control easy for Mistelbach’s fire brigade. They can run all their locks from a standard smartphone. From the CLIQ Go app, any non-specialist can issue new keys or cancel any that are lost.

“The major advantage of the CLIQ system is the easy key management,” says Alexander Kopp, a security specialist at Alexander Kopp Schlosserei & Sicherheitstechnik in Parndorf. “One key for all cylinders. Programming is easy and there are no additional software costs. Access can be defined individually for every key and blocked again easily if a key is lost.”

The CLIQ principle has also made retrofitting much easier, as no cables need to be routed for the installation. The power supply is provided via batteries in the key — which are easy to replace — and not via the cylinder.

In awarding CLIQ Go a GIT Security Award in the “Access Control, Intruder Alarm & Perimeter Protection” category, one awards jury highlighted its ability to help users “carry out day-to-day access control management from anywhere. For locksmiths, just one mechanical coding for all systems enables them to keep keys and cylinders on stock, and to program and configure on demand using the software.”

In Mistelbach, the local fire service sees those benefits in action every day.

To learn more about CLIQ® Go, download a free Solution Guide at https://campaigns.assaabloyopeningsolutions.eu/cliq-go

HID selected for Ireland’s new passport issuance solution

HID Global has been awarded Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs contract for the passport issuance and processing system. The contract will see HID Global provide a new operating system for the Department’s passport service.

HID Global’s HID Integrale software system makes the management of applications easier and more efficient by providing a citizen-centric case management solution connected to all services for the issuing of passports and related documents.

Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen Identity at HID Global said, “We are very excited about this award, which extends our relationship with Ireland. The new service will be designed to meet all the requirements set out by the Department of Foreign Affairs in terms of security and data privacy, using technologies which already protect the personal information security of citizens in other countries.”

Simon Coveney T.D., Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs said, “My Department is partnering with HID Global to deliver a more modern and efficient Passport Service for Irish citizens. Over the last number of years, the passport service has delivered significant change through the Passport Reform Programme. In order to continue to provide a world-class service, we are partnering with HID to upgrade and replace the current passport service operating system. Completion of this project will result in a standard, scalable and resilient technical platform that will be capable of handling increased application volumes while maintaining the high standards of security that are a hallmark of the Irish Passport.”

The new solution will be designed by HID Global in partnership with Irish companies AG2 and Inpute Technologies, and alongside the Canadian organisation Worldreach Software. It will provide a complete, tailored and configurable solution that integrates all specialist software, hardware and equipment to meet the DFA’s goal of running an efficient, digital system for awarding and renewing passports. HID Global is already a subcontractor of software and components for the existing electronic passport programme in Ireland.

In 2021, HID Global announced plans to create a new Centre of Excellence in Galway, Ireland, that will consolidate many of HID Global’s European operations into a new facility and increase headcount from 180 to 300 over the next three years.

Bosch set to acquire home automation company Hoerburger

Bosch Building Technologies plans to acquire Hoerburger AG, headquartered in Waltenhofen, Bavaria, Germany. Bosch and the owners of Hoerburger AG have already signed corresponding agreements at the end of 2021

Hoerburger offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions focusing on building automation and energy management. The company has 45 years of experience in planning and implementing projects and providing services in this area. A major focus of its activities is the efficient and sustainable operation of buildings. The solutions are used in numerous sectors, for example in large industrial companies, healthcare facilities, and retail chains. Hoerburger has more than 200 employees at six locations in Germany and one location in Romania and generated sales of 33 million euros in 2020.

Designing intelligent building solutions as a team

“We are very much looking forward to working with Hoerburger’s highly experienced employees to jointly shape and expand the fast-growing market for smart building solutions in the future,” said Thomas Quante, president of Bosch Building Technologies. “Digitalisation, connectivity, and artificial intelligence are opening up ever more opportunities for us to transform commercial buildings into smart living and working environments that provide people with increased security, safety, and comfort, and ensure greater sustainability. Hoerburger’s many years of experience will further strengthen our current portfolio in the areas of building security, safety, energy services, and building automation,” Quante continues.

“We are very excited to become part of the Bosch family. We will leverage our know-how to further expand Bosch’s already strong position as an integrated partner for connected building solutions with future-oriented solutions and services,” said Christian Hoerburger, CEO of Hoerburger AG.

The acquisition is subject to the approval of the relevant antitrust authorities. It has been agreed that the purchase price will not be disclosed.

NATO strengthens cyber security posture

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) has delivered a high-capacity system to help cyber defenders track what occurs on NATO’s networks.

The system, which reached full operational capability in November 2021, will strengthen NATO’s cyber security posture and ensure critical data and communications are protected. This project was executed under the Capability Package (CP) 120 Programme, which aims to refresh and enhance cyber security capabilities used by the NATO Cyber Security Center in support of its services.

NATO strengthens cyber security posture with cutting-edge capability
Croatian company KING ICT d.o.o. worked with the NCI Agency to deliver a more robust enterprise Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system to replace NATO’s existing capability. In September 2020, the Agency awarded the 7.8 million EUR contract to deliver the solution.

The new system helps the NATO Cyber Security Centre, run by the NCI Agency, to better detect and respond to security events, strengthening NATO’s security incident detection and response posture. The capability now has a more robust and powerful high-capacity infrastructure, enabling experts to analyse and correlate vast amounts of data, which is critical in a more connected world. Delivery of the new enterprise logging solution also contributes to long-term cost-reduction and consolidation by making use of state-of-the-art hyper-converged infrastructures.

“Final acceptance of this project’s deliverables marks the conclusion of a successful collaboration between NATO and industry,” said Jeroen Pinas, Senior Project Manager in the NATO Cyber Security Centre. “This project was completed within scope, cost and ahead of schedule and demonstrates that NATO and industry can be extremely effective when they join forces to successfully deliver NATO contracts.”

“The project teams on both sides have demonstrated exemplary flexibility given pandemic-related constraints, and set a very high bar for our future projects. There will be more industry opportunities in other tranches of the CP120 Programme in 2022,” said Frederic Jordan, the Head of the Cyber Security Programme Delivery Branch at the NATO Cyber Security Centre.

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