Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has achieved “ISO 27001 (ISO/IEC 27001)” certification, the international standard for information security, and has been recognized for its stable information security management system (ISMS).

ISO 27001 is the world’s best-known standard for ISMS, established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). In order to achieve this certification, a company must pass 93 controls organized into four sections, including organizational, physical, technological, and people controls.

Hanwha Vision voluntarily pursued this certification to develop its information protection management system, a key ESG item, and to improve the company’s security level. It has achieved more effective results by acquiring the latest version of ISO 27001 (2022) that reflects rapidly changing digital environment trends, such as cloud, IoT, and AI.

Hanwha Vision has been managing internal security for the past 30 years, constantly emphasizing the importance of security to fulfill its social responsibilities as a company that provides security solutions based on vision technology. The company conducts regular security tests led by its in-house security specialized team, S-CERT. And this year, the company was selected as a CNA (CVE Numbering Authority) organization, working alongside leading tech companies globally to manage the program’s vulnerabilities. Hanwha Vision has also acquired numerous security certifications from reputable global authorities such as UL CAP, FIPS, and TTA.

Hanwha Vision will take this certification as an opportunity to raise the level of information security and strengthen its efforts to become a more reliable partner for its partners and customers.

“Technology advancement is like a double-edged sword in security.” a Hanwha Vision official said, “As a global vision solution provider that develops and utilizes technologies such as AI and cloud, we will never stop thinking about and realizing sustainable technologies to maximize the positive functions of state-of-the-art technologies and to utilize them safely at the same time.

Enlighted, a leading property technology company owned by Siemens, has announced the expanded use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its Location Services solution, and the addition of two new partners to the Enlighted AI partner ecosystem.

Enlighted’s Location Services – a Real Time Location System – tracks the location and movement of assets and badges in buildings, using existing Enlighted intelligent lighting infrastructures. With the introduction of AI machine-learning models, the accuracy of finding assets and personnel badges is improved to greater than 98 percent, empowering businesses across industries to optimize their operations and better control inventory.

High levels of accuracy are especially critical in healthcare and manufacturing, where understanding exact location is essential for many critical use cases. The enhanced system reduces implementation costs dramatically via existing Bluetooth-enabled lighting control sensors. These AI capabilities build on the existing Enlighted Touchless Workplace solution, an AI-driven mobile app which allows occupants to control workplace temperature. AI solutions Location Services (RTLS) and Touchless Workplace are part of the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace, an open digital business platform to accelerate digital transformation.

Stefan Schwab, CEO of Enlighted said, “Sensors in smart buildings collect an enormous amount of data. AI-based applications are a transformative way for commercial buildings to maximize and use this data, optimizing efficiency while improving the occupant experience.” He added, “These new capabilities and partnerships demonstrate that Enlighted is continuously innovating and expanding its offerings with the most advanced technology.”

BlueEntrance Space combines visitor identification and access control in a single, powerful platform, providing a host of features that enhance security and streamline the visitor journey. This advanced software solution offers digital pre-registration, contactless check-in and check-out capabilities, real-time reporting, and a secure smart keyless experience – setting new benchmarks for smart building management and security.

By adopting BlueEntrance Space, building operators can unlock a multitude of benefits. SALTO’s robust solution delivers a smooth visitor identification process alongside digital and contactless access control. This ensures that only pre-registered guests receive unique access codes via e-mail. Visitors can conveniently check-in at smart, contactless self-service kiosks by simply providing their identifying information. For pre-approved and regular guests, BlueEntrance Space offers the flexibility to access buildings using RFID SVN smart credential technology or mobile QR codes. All entry forms supply building managers with the capability to pre-register occupants, track visitors, and manage access permissions on a case-by-case basis. These entry methods, coupled with built-in cameras, key encoders, and SVN wireless stand-alone smart locks, guarantee top-notch security and protection against tampering.

BlueEntrance Space’s centralised visitor registration and ID management approach enhances security, streamlines operations, and provides valuable data and insights for effective decision-making in any building. Not only is BlueEntrance feasible for commercial or corporate applications, it also has massive potential in a wide range of industries – including healthcare, education, hospitality, and more.

As companies worldwide continue to make the transition to high-tech smart buildings, BlueEntrance Space stands out as an advanced, all-in-one, keyless alternative to traditional visitor registration, ID management, and access control systems. SALTO Systems is looking forward to the implementation of BlueEntrance Space in buildings across various industries, fulfilling our mission to deliver best-in-class software solutions to our clients worldwide continuously.

HID has opened a new Logistics Center in Shannon, Ireland. The new facility is HID’s second largest Logistics Center, supporting 55 countries across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

 The occasion was marked with an official ribbon-cutting and a visit from local government and business leaders, as well as HID’s operations leadership team. The new 4157 m2 Logistics Center is double the size of HID’s previous facility and employs 60 people with a goal of expanding headcount in the years to come.

“The new Logistic Center is strategic in sustaining the global growth HID has experienced, and it demonstrates our commitment to fostering innovation and product availability across the region,” said Josh Freeman, HID’s Senior Vice President and Head of Operations.

“Congratulations to HID on the opening of their new Logistic Center in Shannon. Since 2006 HID’s growth and expansion here in Ireland is truly a great success story, and the new Center will allow for an even better service to their European customers. I’m delighted that HID has chosen Shannon and the Mid-West Region for this new expansion, and welcome all growth opportunities, especially in regional areas. Shannon is thriving in the technology space and having a global leader such as HID open in the area is a very welcome addition. I wish all the team the best with this new expansion and continued success,” said Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation Dara Calleary.

“I wish to congratulate HID for the establishment of its second site in Ireland, and its second largest Logistics Center. A leading technology solutions company operating in several fast-growing markets, HID is a welcome addition to the Midwest established Technology cluster. I wish HID and its team in Shannon every success with this expansion,” said CEO of IDA Ireland, Michael Lohan.

Operating in Ireland since 2006, HID has steadily expanded its manufacturing, R&D, supply chain customer service, IT, finance, human resources, and other business functions in Ireland to support a growing customer base across EMEA.

HID first established itself in the country in Tully, County Galway in 2006. The company is best known in Ireland for providing the enabling technology for Ireland’s revolutionary passport card programme, which was the first of its kind to allow travellers to cross borders in Europe with an electronic passport card rather than a traditional passport booklet.

The global behavioral biometrics market size is expected to reach USD 9.92 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 27.3% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.  As behavioural biometric tools are less vulnerable to authentication frauds and hacking, the research suggests that their demand is expected to increase across end-use industries.

A notable rise in the number of fraudulent activities across the globe is further expected to drive the demand for behavioural biometrics solutions over the forecast period. According to a survey conducted by the Communications Fraud Control Association (CFCA), the telecom industry reported that in 2017, it incurred nearly USD 29.2 billion worth of losses from communication frauds. The use of technologies such as AI and machine learning for developing behavioural biometrics tools are gaining popularity in the market as they offer real-time intelligence and security control with enhanced user experience.

Some of the report’s highlights and key findings are as follows:

On a component basis, the services segment is expected to register the fastest growth over the forecast period. This, according to Grand View Research, can be attributed to businesses’ increasing reliance on IT assets to improve their productivity. The growing number of online transactions and the increasing number of associated frauds are expected to drive the demand for dynamic keystroke solutions.

For applications, the continuous authentication segment is expected to register a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing adoption of multi-modal biometric tools and growing demand for additional security layers in end-use industries is driving demand for the segment. The SME segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the growing number of SMEs globally, and the growing demand of these organizations to offer secure online services to their customers.

ISO 9001 Certified, AMG260M Ultra-Compact Media Converter is Offered as non-PoE, 30W PoE, 90W PoE, and PD Models

Biggleswade, UK. November 13, 2023, AMG Systems of the United Kingdom and USA introduced the AMG260M industrially hardened, ultra-compact fiber optic Gigabit Ethernet media converter. Available as both non-PoE models as well as PoE models with IEEE802.3at 30W or IEEE802.3bt 60/90W PoE or PoE-powered models. The AMG260M PoE PSE models are suitable for powering the latest high-power requirement PoE IP devices in difficult applications requiring equipment to be industrially hardened and immune from temperature, shock, and vibration. A PoE PD-powered model is also available for installation in locations without any local power.

The ultra-compact AMG 260M models are produced in a rugged, thermally efficient enclosure designed to be DIN-Rail, wall mounted, or with an industry-first magnetic mount option. The line is fully hardened and can operate outdoors in suitable IP-rated housing and in extreme temperatures (-40 to +75°C). The addition of integrated smart functionality provides the user with numerous field-selectable intelligent features such as link-fault pass-through, remote device reset, and extended distance mode for the copper cable. The AMG260M series miniature media converters are suited for connecting IP equipment to Ethernet networks that require optical fiber to achieve longer transmission distances. The AMG260M uses a dual-speed 100Mb/1Gb SFP port for connectivity and AMG offers a wide range of SFPs for fiber, connector type, and distance. The AMG260M Series media converters are designed in the USA and UK and manufactured in an ISO9001-certified UK facility, are NEMA approved and are fully TAA and NDAA compliant, and unlike similar products from other Asian countries, can be used in all US Government installations.

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Steve Clarke, AMG’s Managing Director, said, “AMG is known for our innovative approach to product design. With space being at a premium in most installations, the AMG 260M is easily the smallest, most full-featured media converter available today.” “Our unparalleled manufacturing process allows AMG to offer a wide range of transmission products at very cost-effective levels while maintaining ISO9001 quality, the AMG 260M is another example,” Clarke concluded.

Tom Exley, AMG Technical Director adds “The AMG260M continues our quality standard. Our engineering team looked at what was currently available, identified weaknesses, and engineered the AMG260M to overcome those weaknesses. There are dozens of media converters available today. None are equal in terms of this unique ultra-compact size, industrially hardened, with full 90W PoE capability, made in an ISO9001-certified facility, and most importantly, available when you need them. We believe in the quality and stand behind them with lifetime support. This media converter solves the density challenge, allowing the user to utilize more devices in a smaller area. Plus having a product made in the UK gives your network an added layer of security.”

AMG believes having products in stock, being fully supported by the AMG design team, and being covered by the AMG Lifetime Warranty gives AMG customers worldwide a measurable advantage in today’s competitive marketplace.

AMG Systems offers an extensive line of fiber optic, copper, and wireless Ethernet, video, and data transmission equipment that is uniquely designed to meet the needs of the Security, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Utility, and Industrial markets. Full product line details are available at www.amgsystems.com. Call direct +44 (0)1767 600777 or in the US, 1-855-AMGPOE1 or email sales@amgsystems.com for details.

Superdry upgraded store security and operations by adopting Avigilon Alta video solutions, resulting in wider coverage and lower costs.

Superdry prioritized minimizing risks like theft and accidents related to high foot traffic at stores. To address this, they replaced their inefficient video security system, sought to unify security operations, and aimed to streamline fulfillment and retail processes, including recording after-hours deliveries and enhancing procedural training.

Proactive video security and smart video analytics

Superdry implemented Avigilon Alta for improved store security, reduced theft, and threat detection. The sharp image quality of Avigilon Ava cameras has enhanced situational awareness for their security team.

 Avigilon Alta provides video search, audio detection, and heat-mapping, improving the security team’s ability to prosecute thieves. The alert function enhances store operations by recording deliveries and helping employees track fulfillment goals.

Safer stores

Avigilon Alta made Superdry stores safer for customers and employees, streamlining fulfillment processes with advanced video analytics.

“Avigilon Alta has exceeded our expectations, and we’re very happy. The image quality is fantastic, and Avigilon support has been great when we have questions.” confirmed Richard Smith, Profit Protection Manager at Superdry.

Superdry aims to be the top sustainable style destination as it grows, prioritizing safety and security for its people, property, and customers.

Memoori’s recent Access Control report notes a strong post-pandemic market rebound, with 10% growth in 2021-2022, reaching around $13.3 billion in 2022. The report highlights the increasing significance of mobile solutions, especially credentials, offering convenience, security, and remote manageability. This trend presents a notable opportunity for user-friendly applications, fostering additional market growth.

Mobile credentials

Mobile credentials, like virtual keys on smartphones using BLE and NFC, enhance user convenience by leveraging personal devices and minimizing the risk of loss. Cloud-based architecture allows administrators to remotely manage credentials, while specialized applications act as digital keys, controlling access at authorized entry points through card readers.

Steadying growth rate

The access control market, hit by the pandemic, rebounded strongly with over 10% growth in 2021-2022, reaching around $13.3 billion in 2022. Projected growth through 2028, at 5-7% annually, is driven by technology advances like mobile access, biometrics, IoT integration, and touchless access. Investments and upgrades are also influenced by building security and data protection regulations.

Mergers and acquisitions

In the last year, the access control sector saw over $731 million in mergers and acquisitions, including notable deals like SGT Capital buying Elatec RFID Systems for $422 million and Assa Abloy acquiring Evolis for $237 million. This reflects a focus on integration, cloud solutions, and advanced software. Additionally, divestments by Carrier and Bosch could reshape the competitive landscape, aligning with a trend of companies streamlining to focus on core offerings. Memoori’s analysis covered 294 companies, evaluating them based on estimated revenues and size using clear definitions and 2022 estimates.

Evolving through convergence

Access control is evolving by integrating with progressive technologies, with a forecasted increase in enterprise adoption. The future landscape is expected to embrace a hybrid model that combines physical and digital systems, favoring providers with comprehensive solutions and flexible integration capabilities.