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Dahua Obtains ISO/IEC 27701 Certificate from BSI

Formed in 1901, BSI was the world’s first National Standards Body. Representing UK interests at the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the European Standards Organizations (CEN, CENELEC and ETSI), BSI aims help improve the quality and safety of products, services and systems by enabling the creation of standards and encouraging their use.

ISO/IEC 27701 is a privacy extension to the popular ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management and ISO/IEC 27002 Security Controls. As an international management system standard, it provides guidance on the protection of privacy, including how organizations should manage personal information, and assists in demonstrating compliance with privacy regulations around the world.

According to the certificate, Dahua Technology operates a Privacy Information Management System which complies with the requirements of ISO/IEC 27701:2019 for the registered scope that is planning, design and development of Dahua Technology’s security surveillance products and associated software platform (including DSS series and ICC series).

Mr. Liu Zhe, Vice President at BSI China, said: “Dahua Technology is the first enterprise in the global security industry that has acquired ISO/IEC 27701 certificate, and this fully demonstrates the company’s perspectiveness and continuous practices in data security and privacy protection.”

Genetec kicks of 2021 with new DACH HQ

Genetec Inc has marked the beginning of 2021 with the opening of its 16th global office in Vienna, Austria. Ideally located to support the company’s expanding footprint in Central Europe and serve as a hub for the DACH region, the new headquarters in Vienna will support the company’s fast-growing R&D, regional sales and support teams.

With a multilingual staff representing eighteen nationalities, the Austria team brings a unique mix of different cultures and ideas. Following the acquisition of Austrian video analytics company Kiwisecurity, the Vienna-based R&D team will focus on multiple areas including privacy and video analytics solutions that enable customers to protect people’s privacy while increasing security and operational efficiency. A fast-growing company, Genetec continues to expand its DACH operation and is actively recruiting talented individuals to join the team throughout that region.

“The new Vienna offices will give us the perfect platform to continue expanding our footprint into Central Europe and sustain the continued year-on-year growth we have achieved in Europe and the rest of the world,” said Cyrille Becker, General Manager for Europe, at Genetec Inc. “While right now everyone is safely working from home, our new offices will be there to support our long-term growth strategy and better meet the needs of our channel partners, end users, and prospects in the region.”

Online or offline locks? Aperio and AEOS let you decide

London, January 2021 – Aperio® wireless locks from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions now integrate seamlessly with the versatile AEOS access control by Nedap to bring a range of concrete business benefits. Optimising access control with these battery-powered wireless locks can boost convenience for building users and help make better use of spaces. It can increase efficiency by enabling the integration of functions and processes across the organisation.

Existing AEOS users can integrate battery powered Aperio devices to extend the reach of their system. Or, by combining Aperio with AEOS, you can build a cost-efficient, wire-free access control system from scratch.

Aperio cylinders, escutcheons and locks with online (or offline) capability can be implemented alongside existing or new wired doors connected to AEOS. This gives security managers more control over additional rooms or other defined areas at their premises.

Fast, seamless installation and secure integration

Devices from the Aperio lock range that integrate with AEOS include the award-winning wireless handle (H100), escutcheon (E100), cylinder (C100) and security lock (L100). Aperio devices are available for almost any interior or exterior door, including wooden doors, glass doors and fire doors.

Because all Aperio locking devices are wireless, they can be installed quickly, without causing disruption to buildings or work schedules. One recent ASSA ABLOY benchmarking study finds labour costs for installation are over 80% less for wireless locks versus wired locks.*

There’s also no inconvenience when it comes to identification: site users continue to gain access with the same credentials they were using before the integration.

Aperio online integrations can use different interfaces (for example, RS485 or IP). The locks are connected to AEOS via communication hubs that allow control of up to 16 locks each. Offline Aperio integration meets the important OSS-SO industry standard for offline access control, so customers have the freedom to choose the best devices to connect to AEOS. Facility managers can connect both online and offline Aperio devices interchangeably.

More choice, improved flexibility and efficient management

These multiple integration options allow AEOS users to select the most appropriate locks — whether Aperio wireless or wired — for their specific requirements at each door.

“ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio wireless locks enable a complete access control solution using wireless technology,” says Christian Nagel, Nedap channel manager. “It enables us to offer a system with a high level of flexibility.”

The AEOS control panel provides a powerful set of functions. It displays events for any Aperio device, including door and battery status, as well as tamper detection. The AEOS software enables full control and efficient management and eliminates unproductive tasks, including the need to duplicate data entry.

End-users already benefit: cost-savings and real-time control

At Ghent’s Hospital Maria Middelares, Aperio locks combine with AEOS to protect staff, visitors, patients and confidential data, as well as medicines and valuable equipment. Around 700 doors are equipped with Aperio offline locks. They are connected to AEOS, which controls every door, credential and user from a one interface, saving facility managers time and money. Staff and visitors open each door for which they’re authorised with their individually programmed MIFARE credential.

Similarly, at Rotterdam’s 16,000-capacity Ahoy Arena, offline integration between Aperio and AEOS offered an affordable way to incorporate mechanically locked doors into an existing electronic security system. Facility managers at Ahoy extended access control without having to change card readers or control panels.

The Aperio–AEOS integration at InHolland University of Applied Sciences is online, giving security managers real-time control over their multi-site premises. More than 500 Aperio wireless door devices are deployed at 7 separate InHolland campus locations. These battery-powered locks provide tested and trusted protection for the university’s most important areas, including offices and exam storage rooms.

“I am very satisfied with the implementation and operation of the Aperio solution,” says Frans Bruggeman, Facility Services Consultant at InHolland.

To learn how the integration of Aperio and AEOS brings security and versatility to protect all kinds of premises, watch this short video. https://youtu.be/G4KfCXog9h8

360 Vision promotes radar detection in new Technology Learning Webinar

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of rugged PTZ and thermal imaging cameras, is promoting the use of radar imaging in its new Technology Learning Webinar.

Scheduled for Thursday 4th February, 10am-11am, the free-of-charge radar technology webinar explores basic principles, applications, design considerations and system integration, and is supported with a selection of successful installation examples.

Aimed at security consultants and system designers, the ‘Overview and use of Radar technology in perimeter/security detection applications’ webinar is designed to be interesting, practical and educational. The webinar’s content looks at a variety of market applications, and considers the use of cost-effective radar imaging to provide advanced security and situational awareness for perimeters, compounds and complete sites.

“Presented by 360 Vision’s camera technology expert, Tony Holloway, the radar technology webinar draws on his over 30 years’ experience in the physical security surveillance industry, and the experience and innovation of the 360 Vision product design team,” says Sara Fisher, Sales Director at 360 Vision Technology. “Anyone interested in deploying surveillance technology to dramatically improve on detection and alert capabilities both on the ground and in the air, as well as significantly reducing system costs versus standard video analytics, will benefit from attending the new radar technology webinar.”

To attend the free-of-charge Radar technology webinar (Thursday 4th February, 10am-11am), please use the registration link below: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/441242124271019280
For further information on technology webinars, and full range of rugged PTZ surveillance, thermal and radar imaging cameras, customers can contact 360 Vision Technology on +44 (0)1928 570000, email: info@360visiontechnology.com, or visit their website at https://www.360visiontechnology.com

Intelligent Navigation and Wireless Charging for Mini Robots on the Moon

Bosch, Astrobotic, WiBotic and University of Washington to develop ultra-fast proximity charging for critical space applications
– $5.8 million in funding from NASA Tipping Point program enables research and development of solutions for wireless charging for lunar payloads
– Shoebox-sized CubeRover from Astrobotic will operate autonomously and charge wirelessly
– Project brings together Astrobotic, Bosch, WiBotic, the University of Washington and the NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC).
– Bosch researchers in areas of Wireless Connectivity and Intelligent IoT will support project, which aims for a mid-2023 demonstration.

Pittsburgh – Even on the Moon, robots need power. Normally, onboard solar panels provide the power, but smaller robots or ones that operate during the lunar night will need a complementary power source. To make this possible two emerging technologies – wireless charging and intelligent autonomous navigation – will be combined. Small robots will be equipped and trained to navigate harsh, unpredictable conditions to get to a wireless docking station in an environment where GPS is not an option.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently announced funding for Ultra Fast Proximity Charging for Critical Space Applications, a project where a group of organizations will research and develop technology to intelligently navigate and wirelessly charge small robots for operation on the Moon. Astrobotic, which specializes in space robotics, serves as the Principal Investigator on the project and is joined by Bosch, the University of Washington, WiBotic, and the NASA Glenn Research Center. Bosch and Astrobotic, together with the other partners, developed the key technology and scoped the proposal from the beginning – a nearly two-year process.

The goal of the project, which was awarded $5.8 million through NASA’s Tipping Point program, is to develop a system for magnetic resonance-based wireless charging for use in lunar settings. This includes the precise autonomous navigation of robots to the wireless charging station. The aim is to develop the full system for demonstration by the middle of 2023.

AI and connectivity expertise drives robots
Bosch will contribute its expertise in AI-driven intelligent data analytics and wireless connectivity solutions to the project.

Bosch researchers in Pittsburgh and Sunnyvale, Calif. will focus on intelligent processing capability that will enable autonomous navigation of robots on the Moon’s surface. The project showcases Bosch’s expertise in AIoT – when Artificial Intelligence meets the Internet of Things. Bosch is focused on connecting things to get data, processing the data and using AI to obtain information. The information learned can improve products and add value.

“Navigating a robot on the Moon is not the same as navigating a robotic vacuum through your home or navigating a self-driving car on the road,” said Dr. Samarjit Das, leader of the Intelligent Internet of Things Group at Bosch Research in Pittsburgh. “First of all, radio-based terrestrial localization solutions are not available on the Moon. In addition, unpredictable lunar terrain and dust make it even harder to perform precise navigation using visual cues alone. Thus, we will need intelligent fusion and perception on the robot’s multi-sensory data to solve this unique challenge on the harsh environment of the Moon.”

Bosch will study and develop multi-sensor fusion technologies that could include video, inertial measurement units (IMU), radio frequency (RF) movements and vibration sensors on the small robots to create complementary modalities that enable highly-precise navigation. The first specific navigation is guiding the robot to a docking station for wireless charging.

Featuring a modular, scalable shoebox-sized rover
The robot featured in the project will be Astrobotic’s CubeRover, an ultralight, rechargeable planetary rover developed in collaboration with the NASA Kennedy Space Center. The rover is roughly the size of a shoebox and weighs fewer than five pounds. It can carry its own payload or team up with other CubeRovers to scout for larger rovers and landers.
Bosch and Astrobotic previously collaborated on SoundSee, a module that uses artificial intelligence to analyze audio data, now in orbit aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

Wireless – a new power source for lunar robots
The CubeRovers will need power. Wireless charging expertise will come from WiBotic, a Seattle company that specializes in advanced wireless charging and power optimization solutions for the rapidly expanding ecosystem of aerial, mobile and marine robots.

WiBotic will also be supported by the University of Washington, where the topic of wireless charging has been studied for a number of years under the leadership of Dr. Joshua Smith, who leads the Sensor Systems Laboratory. Dr. Smith has been a long-time collaborator with Bosch Research in Silicon Valley in the area of wireless charging.

The combined team will develop a lightweight, ultra-fast proximity charging solution, comprised of a base station and power receiver to enable critical space applications.

System testing to simulate space
Results of the collaboration will be tested at NASA’s Glenn Research Center (GRC) in Cleveland. There, the CubeRover with intelligent navigation and wireless charging technology will be deployed in GRC’s Space Power Facility, the world’s largest thermal vacuum chamber. Tests will showcase how the system can enable lunar night survival for small-scale robotics.

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New wireless access control report identifies sector trends and technologies to watch in 2021

London, January 2021 – The 2020s will be a wireless decade. From headphones to hoovers, consumers reap the benefits when they cut the cables and adopt a wire-free technology. In electronic access control, those benefits include improved cost-efficiency and flexibility, giving facility managers greater control over who should have access, where and when.

A new report — from IFSEC Global, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions and analysts Omdia — reveals fresh market data generated by a survey conducted at the end of 2020. Respondents were 400 security professionals, across Europe and farther afield, including end-users, installers, integrators and consultants serving large corporations and small- to medium-sized organizations in education, healthcare, industrial, commercial, infrastructure, retail, banking and other sectors.

“Anyone involved in procuring or selling access control, from OEMs and integrators to installers and end-users, will draw great value from the new data and analysis within this market report,” says Russell Wagstaff, Platform Director at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEA. “Alongside insights on where the market for wireless access control stands today, the Wireless Access Control Report 2021 plots a roadmap for where we’re heading next.”

This new report is completely free to download at campaigns.assaabloyopeningsolutions.eu/wacreport2021.

A sample of key survey findings — with much more in the report
Electronic access control is increasingly a wireless technology. Even after a year when long-term investments have been deferred or curtailed, the Report finds increased adoption of wireless locks and access systems. Data from the report’s specially commissioned survey suggests over a third (37%) of end-users deploy wireless locks as a part or all of their access control solution. The corresponding data point from ASSA ABLOY’s 2014 Report was 23%*.

The report also examines drivers for the market’s rapid adoption of mobile access technologies. Survey data suggests convenience is king — for both system users and facility managers. “Nearly half (47%) agreed that mobile was more flexible than physical credentials, and 36% believe that mobile credentials make it easier to upgrade employee access rights at any time,” notes the Report.

Over 90% of survey respondents reaffirmed the critical role of access control for integration across building management functions. Half or more would prioritize electronic access system integration with CCTV, alarm and visitor management systems, according to Report data. In practice, however, further integration of systems is still on the “to-do” list for many organizations. The Report explores why — and highlights the key factors holding businesses back from deeper and smarter integration of building functions.

“Right across the access control ecosystem in 2021, scalability, flexibility, cost-efficiency and convenience are major factors,” adds Russell Wagstaff.

The 2021 Wireless Access Control Report also reveals new data and analysis around sustainability, cloud security management, access control cyber-security, wireless lock durability and more. To download a free copy, visit campaigns.assaabloyopeningsolutions.eu/wacreport2021

Optex partners with CSL for “always on” connection

Secure Connectivity Providers, CSL, have announced a new partnership with Optex bringing 4G secured connection to the Visual Monitoring solution.

The award-winning Intelligent Visual Monitoring Solution from Optex is designed as a cost-effective solution that adds video to a monitored alarm system. It consists of an IP device, The Bridge, which links sensors or panic buttons to ONVIF cameras, mapping the detection zones to the right cameras and a cloud-based gated portal which is then connected to the ARC.

To ensure The Bridge is always working it needs to be connected. The CSL Router provides secure, reliable and rapidly deployable 4G connectivity, ensuring an always-on service to guarantee The Bridge’s resilience. For all sites where it is critical to ensure continuous operation, Optex recommend their customers to have redundancy and include CSL’s award-winning solution. Optex can be used with all variants within the CSL Router range including the 4G only or 4G back-up options. Both send data via 4G, providing an instant, encrypted connection to the internet on sites where wired broadband is unavailable, impractical or slow. The 4G back-up option upgrades the existing broadband service to a private network and provides a reliable failover business solution if your wired broadband goes down. Dual SIM options are available for further redundancy and the autonomous nature of the CSL Router makes it ideal for rural installations where no wired broadband is available or installations that require a dedicated, independent connection.

Optex’s Sales Director, Ben Linklater, added: “Connectivity is fundamental for the good functioning of our Visual Monitoring solution. Security is also key, and a lot of development work went into making sure the communication between The Bridge and the Cloud is secure. Connecting The Bridge to a CSL 4G Router ensures those two critical requirements are always met – a guarantee of constant connectivity as well as an independent and encrypted connection to the internet”.

Global agreement helps streamline Axis – Milestone integrations

A landmark global distribution deal between Anixter and Quanika opens a one-stop-shop supply route for major integration projects, making it easier to incorporate best-in-class Axis and Milestone video tech with Quanika’s access control and visitor management software, and it allows off-the-shelf integration with a wide range of third-party systems.

According to Quanika, the global distribution deal with Anixter streamlines delivery of major integration projects across private and public sector markets. ICT and security systems integrators can now purchase Quanika software direct from Anixter to integrate a full choice of vendor technologies, ensuring efficient procurement and giving them everything they need for project delivery.

Quanika software meets the security, safety, and operational demands of small to medium businesses through to corporate enterprise, government, and multi-site applications, enabling off-the-shelf integration with a wide range of vendor technologies and systems.

The addition of Quanika software to Anixter’s global product portfolio provides compelling options for systems integrator customers to deliver end-to-end security and safety integrated solutions,” said Phil Campbell, European Sales Director at Quanika. “With Quanika Enterprise, users are no longer constrained by having only a limited number of cameras and devices. For the first time Quanika allows integrators to scale up Axis Camera Station VMS to manage larger and multiple sites from a single user interface, while using powerful Milestone Xprotect functionality for facilities and specific channels where it’s needed most.”

Quanika’s solutions have been deployed at high profile sites across Europe, and the company has a growing reputation for being able to adapt its off-the-shelf software quickly, adding new integrations to meet site-specific challenges.

Bringing events into a safer ‘new normal’

As companies adapt to the ‘new normal’, they are having to be innovative to survive. Those in the hospitality industry are facing a world where far fewer people travel. It’s also dramatically affected events, like trade shows and conferences, which have been cancelled or postponed all over the world. German conference organizer Hotelreservierungs- und Tagungsmanagement (HUT) sought a temporary solution to get events going again – and the solution was made up from Hikvision technologies by local reseller Michael Telecom AG.

Challenge

HUT organizes events for the EHI Retail Institute, the German authority responsible for retail outlets, among others. Before the lockdown, the Institute successfully held one of the biggest retail trade shows in Europe – EuroShop in Düsseldorf in February 2020. But later in the year, they reassessed the situation and decided future events could only take place in a ‘hybrid’ format. This meant there were more activities online and strict hygiene and access measures should be taken.

HUT needed a way to ‘pre-test’ all visitors – including participants, exhibitors and employees – and to ensure they were wearing masks, for example. As part of the strict monitoring regime in place, they also needed this information to be displayed at an information counter, where a member of staff could monitor the situation and act, if necessary.

Although a temporary one, the solution needed to be installed at all entrances and exits for the duration of the event. This included assembly and dismounting times.

Solution

The solution provided by Michael Telecom used up to 3 MinMoe Temperature Screening Terminals (DS-K1T671TM-3XF) at an event entrance for admission control. Each terminal is equipped with its own wi-fi router in order to establish flexible communication with its 7” monitor. This means that the units can be used flexibly on the move.

The MinMoe terminals include a 2MP wide-angle lens and a thermal sensor which allows a person’s skin surface temperature to be taken as they look into the screen. The temperature can display on the screen, and anything higher than a predetermined level can be flagged to an operator.

The smart nature of the camera also means that it can determine if a person is wearing a mask. Again, the ‘mask-wearing’ status can be displayed on the screen and a non-compliance alert flagged to an operator.

At the information counter, a 7” Touch-Screen Indoor Station (DC-KC001) is installed to give an operator the ability to monitor the situation. They can act prompted by an alert, if needed, and are able to generally keep an eye on the situation at the entrance.

The systems were first used in August at a hybrid event LOG2020 (a trade logistics congress), and then in September at Retail4robots. The next event – EHI-BIG3 – was truly ‘hybrid’ as it was a pure live streaming event. However, people still needed to be present for the event to go ahead, and the entrance control measures were used for the studio participants and event personnel.

These products were specifically chosen by Michael Telecom because they are quick to set up and configure – a crucial element of any temporary solution requirement.

Horst Bauer, CEO of HUT, says: “The products proved to be really flexible, giving us a lot of options to cater for all our needs in different scenarios. The fact that they are also easy to use, and to set up, is a real added bonus.”

There’s potential to develop the solution further too. A connection to an event reservation system using the cloud and an app is currently being developed. This would allow participants to check themselves in at the terminal via a QR code.

With the addition of flexible temporary monitors, events can slowly realign to the new normal. Although their digital aspect will ramp up and more will become ‘hybrid’, there will still need to be people present. And those people can feel better knowing that their safety is being taken seriously.

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