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John Hunepohl Shares 10 Secrets For A Successful ISC Show

BurstMarketing — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:52:20 +0000

Do you know how to get the most out of your time “working the booth” at ISC East? Are you talking to the right people? If so, are you talking about the right things for the right amount of time?

John Hunepohl is Director of Education for ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions, and oversees the education, training and certification programs for the company and the company’s customers. He is also currently the Vice-Chairman for the SIA Education Committee, and an inaugural member of the ISC Education Advisory Board.

At the upcoming ISC East in New York City, Hunepohl will share his knowledge from over 40 years in the security industry at a workshop for exhibitors on making the most of their time at ISC East. ISC Education and Hunepohl will present this class twice, on Tuesday October 27 at 10:00 AM and Wednesday October 28 at 3:30 PM.

For more information, or to register for this workshop, please click here.

Bozeman to Bring PSA-TEC Sessions to ISC East

BurstMarketing — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:49:21 +0000

For the first time PSA®-TEC, a leader in training system integrators, will be part of the ISC Education program at the upcoming ISC East show in New York City.

In this podcast episode, Bill Bozeman, president & CEO, PSA® Security Network, tells us what his team will be presenting, who should attend PSA®-TEC sessions, and what they will take back with them.

For more information about PSA®-TEC at ISC East sessions, please click here.

Glance into the Crystal Ball: The Rebuilding of ISC Education

BurstMarketing — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:30:33 +0000

There’s been a lot of talk about the “Rebuilding of ISC Education.” In this podcast episode we are joined by Mike Johnson, Director of Industry Development for Reed Exhibitions, and Arminda Valles-Hall, Director of Education and Training for the Security Industry Association (SIA).

Together as the ISC Education design team, Johnson and Valles-Hall tell us what ISC attendees can expect from ISC Education at ISC West 2010 and beyond.

IP Institute Primer with Bob Beliles of Hirsch Electronics

BurstMarketing — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:17:30 +0000

Bob Beliles is vice president of enterprise business development for Hirsch Electronics, a leading manufacturer of access control and identity management systems. Beliles will be one of the featured speakers at this year’s IP Institute at ISC East. In this podcast episode, Beliles gives attendees a sneak peak into what they can expect to learn during this program.

The IP Institute is the only program to provide in-depth IP Convergence training on a complete integrated security system – Video, Access Control, Storage and more. The full-day course provides information on the latest trends, best practices, and new technologies involved in the design, implementation and support of IP-centric and integrated physical security solutions.

For more information about IP Institute, click here.

Mike Johnson Previews ISC East 2009 Education Program

BurstMarketing — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:44:29 +0000

In this podcast episode Mike Johnson, Director of Industry Development for Reed Exhibitions, joins is to talk about ISC Education at the upcoming ISC East in New York City.

Johnson previews the IP Institute, PSA-TEC at ISC, Public Security & Safety Sessions, and the FREE Vendor Solution Sessions.

He also discusses the newly announced State of the Industry event, where industry leaders analyze the latest trends, which is open to all ISC attendees.

GSN: Government Security News to Sponsor Public Security and Safety Expo at ISC East

BurstMarketing — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:49:06 +0000

Co-located with ISC East 2009 is the all-new Public Security & Safety Expo, a one-of-a-kind event offering companies and organizations a forum to showcase the products that are contributing to the ongoing security of our most public and highly visible areas.

Public Security & Safety Expo will offer the widest array of public security and safety solutions in one area. Unlike vertical events for specific sectors of public security, this event will provide a broad look at all sectors that are available and bring all of these solutions under one roof. Sectors include:

Law Enforcement
Urban/Border Protection
Campus Security
Air Land Sea and Rail Security

Public Security & Safety Expo is sponsored by GSN: Government Security News. In this podcast episode, we speak with GSN: Government Security News Editor-in-Chief Jacob Goodwin, who previews this exciting new event.

Use of Video Analytics Over IP Based Camera System for Reducing the Risk of Fire and Intrusion

BurstMarketing — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:17:42 +0000

The presentation provides an overview of the technology, discussing the video analytics on board an IP camera as well as the network video recorder.

Mandated codes and approvals which will lead to the design and installation of the system are reviewed.

The system architecture for several differing facilities are discussed highlighting differences to suit end user, AHJ, or application needs.

Presenter:
Andy Lynch – Technical Services Manager, axonX

Physical Security Information Management

BurstMarketing — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:13:43 +0000

This panel presentation answers the question what is PSIM?

Providing examples on how it is being used today and how to deal with the technical challenges to implementation. Coping with different generations of legacy systems and dealing with the many different communications protocols.

As well as a look to the future and impact of PSIM.

Moderator:
David Fowler – SVP Marketing and Development, VidSys
Panelist:
Ray Cooke – Principal Architect – Public Safety Digital Video Surveillance , IBM
Steve Hunt – Founder & CEO, Hunt Business
Andrew Wartell – CEO, Wartell Consulting, LLC

Mitigating Bandwidth Challenges

BurstMarketing — Fri, 15 May 2009 16:19:06 +0000

As organizations realize the inherent benefits of IP Network Video Surveillance systems, questions arise regarding the impact these systems have on bandwidth.

What are the different technologies available? What standards are being formulated? How well can these systems scale? This panel of experts outlines a framework for IP Network Video Surveillance systems, both wireline and wireless, discusses the difference between broadcast, unicast and multicast and offers insight on H.264, the newest video compression technology.

The panelists examine how to scale an IP Surveillance system from 25 to 1,000 cameras, the bandwidth requirements for scaling this system, the technologies associated, and how to mitigate implementation challenges along the way. Dealers, installers and security systems integrators will gain an understanding of the technologies available for IP Network Video Surveillance Systems, how to scale a system for large deployment, the new standards that are being formulated and how to alleviate implementation challenges.

Presenter:
James Marcella – Axis Communications

Multi-Agency Incident Management: Operations and Planning

BurstMarketing — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:29:16 +0000

The presentation outlines the necessity and requirements for all agencies and functions to respond as a unified team to major incidents, disasters, acts of terrorism and major special events.

The session covers planning, management and operations of the event and the need to follow standardized systems such as NIMS and ICS. Interoperable communications technologies and systems are also covered. Documentation, finance and recovery operations are also covered.

This course was upgraded from a law enforcement presentation to an “All Hazards” presentation including the integration of private agencies and vendors.

Presenter:
Timothy McVey – Sergeant / Emergency Management Supervisor, Columbus Division of Police / Emergency Management Unit

The Future of RMR for the Security Integrator

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:59:53 +0000

Everyone agrees that RMR (managed services) is the premier wealth creation vehicle for the physical security systems integrator. Technology has evolved to the point where these services are not only feasible, but can be technically and operationally implemented by today’s systems integrator.

This panel discusses specific, pertinent details regarding the entry of physical security integrators into this lucrative market. Hear industry experts explain the difference between remote guarding and video verification. Discover opportunities currently available to integrator community and the dramatic valuation difference between companies who focus on RMR/managed services and those that focus only on contracting services.

Moderator:
Bill Bozeman – President and CEO , PSA Security Network
Panelist:
John Jennings – CEO, Safeguard

Selecting the Best PSIM Solution for Your Customer

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:46:27 +0000

Do you cringe when your potential customer says it has spent a lot of money on their access control and video surveillance systems, but now the boss wants to add video analytics or new IP technologies and have them all work TOGETHER?

Have no fear, this session explains the basic technical components and how your customer can have it all in one holistic security environment, aka physical security information management (PSIM).

Learn what a PSIM solution involves and dive into the critical technologies and tools you need to understand to successfully design and implement a PSIM solution and share best practices.

Presenter:
Al Liebl – Principal Field Engineer, Proximex

Wireless Commercial Intrusion Systems- An Introduction

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:32:54 +0000

The session provides a unique view of the most established and promising new wireless technologies, accentuating the pros and cons of each.

A detailed discussion of the trade-offs of data rate, power consumption, range and cost are presented, along with an educational presentation to create an awareness of improvements in radio technologies, such as BlueTooth, Wi-Fi, 802.15.4, ZigBee, 900MHz and 2.4GHz bands, Spread Spectrum, Ultra Wide Band, etc.

This information is intended to create an awareness of the trade offs and the inherent advantages and disadvantages of applying several specific wireless technologies in security applications, along with other life safety related applications. The presenter also offers specific case studies of how existing installations are currently using these wireless technologies and future trends that may affect life safety applications.

Presenter:
Kevin Stephenson – Senior RF Design Engineer , Inovonic

Moving from Threat Detection to Assessment for Improved Perimeter and Border Security

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 21:29:08 +0000

For perimeter security professionals, there is an abundance of detection technologies available to warn against potential threats to life, property and nations. However, detecting a potential threat is only the beginning of securing an asset, not the end. Investigation and assessment technologies must be efficiently and economically deployed to rapidly assess threats. Only then, can an effective response be deployed to mitigate the threat.

Many organizations place too much emphasis on detection, and not enough on assessment. This session presents surveillance technologies that integrate with detection tools enabling evaluation of threats, which ultimately create a more secure asset. Valuable information to security professionals, security integrators, government and commercial industrial executives involved in the endeavor of protecting borders and perimeters on a 24/7 basis.

Presenter:
Randall Foster – President, CEO, Co-Founder, Vumii

What is Your Company Worth In Today’s Market?

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:12:51 +0000

The economy has changed and our industry has dramatically changed as well. Do the standard valuation formulas work in today’s environment?

One thing most experts agree on is that the worth of your company has been impacted. Bill Bozeman, president and CEO of PSA Security Network, moderates a team of the security industry’s top analysts, legal minds and financial heavy weights who openly discuss the variables impacting the worth of physical security systems providers.

Moderator:
Bill Bozeman – President and CEO , PSA Security Network
Panelists:
Bryan Lawrence – Attorney, Co-chairman, Security Alarm Group, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
Lessing Gold – Partner, Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp
John Mack – Founder, USBX, Inc.

Securing Today’s University Campus: A Practitioner Focus

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:12:09 +0000

Security has always been a primary goal of colleges and universities and now it’s an even more important criterion in the selection process by students and parents. The increased level of crime and violence on college campuses has resulted in requirements to report statistics on websites for public knowledge.

With this increased focus, it’s not surprising that administrators are taking an even more proactive approach to student safety and campus security. Learn how this growing university is keeping its students safe in a multi-campus environment.

Panelists:
Steve Surfaro – Channel Manager and Security Industry Liaison, Axis Communications
Cynthia Govea – Information Technology and Physical Security Manager, University of Texas – San Antonio
Brian Carle – Product Manager, Salient Systems

GPS Technologies and Use in Life Safety

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:10:04 +0000

In an increasingly mobile world, employees, family members and corporate executives are finding themselves alone in potentially dangerous situations. Whether the solution involves an on-person or in-vehicle device, discover how recent advancements in GPS technology now make it possible for people at risk to press a panic button and transmit their location in the event of a threat to their personal security.

In addition, monitoring centers or other security personnel can verify emergency situations and dispatch trained guards or law enforcement using location aware PSAP databases. This session also covers emerging key trends in location technology such as 2-way voice, handheld solutions including iPhone & Blackberry, and next generation technologies such as Assisted GPS & WiMax. Finally, hear actual case studies of successful location-enabled life safety deployments and learn how your business can benefit today by offering this level of security protection to your customers.

Presenter:
Matt Naish – Director of Sales, Contigo

ROI for the Physical Security Practitioner

BurstMarketing — Thu, 14 May 2009 20:06:27 +0000

It has been observed that there is a significant part of the security industry which has neither the knowledge or the tools to present cohesive financial arguments to management regarding the potential value of physical security investments, particularly in new IP-based technologies and products.

This session consists of several speakers who address the topics of Return on Investment and Total Cost of Ownership for physical security investments, providing ideas and methods to support the business case for such investments. For in financial terms, providing tools, techniques and insights allowing the physical security practitioner to be more cognizant and conversational with the key issues.

Moderator:
Ray Coulombe – Manager, Industry Consulting, Cisco Systems
Panelists:
James Connor – Principal, N2N Secure
Jeff Woodward – Global Safety & Security Manager , Panduit Corporation

What You Need to Know About IT to Survive and Thrive in Today’s Rapidly Changing Security Industry

BurstMarketing — Mon, 11 May 2009 23:40:48 +0000

Are you prepared for the wave of convergence? Do you understand the knowledge your organization needs to survive and thrive in a physical security world where IT is becoming a dominant force? Gain the IT framework needed to position your company for success in the current difficult economic environment. This panel of industry leaders delves into the essentials of IT and tackles the tough questions that physical security integrators need answered in order to prosper and profit in the new convergence environment.

Moderator:
Bill Bozeman – President and CEO , PSA Security Network
Panelists:
Paul Cronin – CEO , 1nservice
Pat Bodin – CEO, Firefly Communications