All Archive Titles articles – Page 688
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Undermining the company mainframe
SIR – WITH THE ARRIVAL OF NEW technologies on mainframe platforms, from Java and Linux through to ERP applications, the mainframe renaissance is firmly established. However, there’s a real danger that the mainframe’s value is being undermined by the obscene pricing and licensing strategies of most of the software mega ...
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Commercial reality shouldn’t cloud the facts
SIR – WHETHER RICHARD CHILDS WEARS HIS new hat as chief executive of the Joint Security Industry Council (JSIC) or as a former – and very effective – chief constable of Lincolnshire Police, his strategic thinking is always welcome (‘The industry needs a Forum for debate!’, Letters, SMT, November 2004, ...
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Archive TitlesLeave nothing to chance
“The House always wins”… or so the saying goes. Either way, it’s vital for casino surveillance systems to capture high quality images that will either deter or help to prosecute cheats and thieves. As Geoff Thiel and Brian Sims explain, casino security managers must not only match demanding technical specifications ...
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SITO’s Management Certification Scheme
In a bid to bring together the various elements of a security manager’s education, training and experience in such a way that a widely-recognised qualification may be issued to them, SITO – in conjunction with a number of private sector training specialists and the Institute of Security Management – has ...
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Archive TitlesCash for questions
On behalf of the British Security Industry Association, c2c Recruitment has carried out a thorough salary analysis of supervisory and management staff employed within the contract manned security sector. How do the results stack up against the previous survey in August 2003? Brian Sims compiles an exclusive report for the ...
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Do the ‘Eyes’ really have it for ID cards?
SIR – THE 50TH QUEEN’S SPEECH delivered by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the House of Lords on 23 November was dominated by measures to combat terrorism, serious crime, drug abuse and anti-social behaviour. Six separate Home Office Bills are being proposed to tackle these and related issues, ...
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Archive TitlesIntegration is the key, says Bosch
Bosch Security Systems has added the Building Integration System (BIS) to its range of building management system solutions designed for corporate security and building managers
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Archive TitlesSeeing the bigger picture
There’s never been a better time for end users to consider remote monitoring of their sites, it seems, in particular thanks to the advent of BS 8418:2003. What are the inherent benefits of this type of surveillance, how do the costs stack up and what are the differentiators that set ...
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Archive TitlesBeating the fraudsters... with colour
A brilliant new technology developed by a company in the UK could help eliminate areas of counterfeiting fraud. Cambridgeshire-based Colour Secure is developing a patented security and authentication package which could transform the way in which documents and products currently subject to counterfeiting fraud are authenticated and protected.
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Archive TitlesBamford calls for better deployment of CCTV
The Information Commissioner’s Office has warned CCTV operators that they must comply with the terms of the Data Protection Act 1998
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An overview of the ASIS CSO Guidelines
Jerry Brennan has just chaired a Committee on behalf of ASIS International that developed some strategic guidelines for organisations to use should they wish to develop a fully-integrated chief security officer position (equivalent to a security manager in the UK). Are there any lessons for us to learn?
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Door supervisors aren’t office
SIR – I FELT COMPELLED TO WRITE TO YOU regarding the Security Industry Authority’s (SIA) claim that door supervisors are suitably trained to carry out a security officer’s role without attending or completing Basic Job Training – and, more importantly, without having passed the required assessment. This notion is absolutely ...
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Archive TitlesBSIA appoints Stefan Hay deputy chief executive
The BSIA has appointed SITO director Stefan Hay as deputy chief executive at Security House, at the same time announcing further changes at senior management level in the wake of an operational review requested by the Council of the Association. Despite the move, Hay will continue to enjoy overall responsibility ...
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Another screen in the wall
CCTVPI VISION HAS INTRODUCED video wall support for its popular network video recorder, the Universal Video Management System (UVMS). The UVMS D3 decoder and display driver is ideal for controlling banks of video displays, whether end users employ analogue monitors, the latest Control Room display solutions (such as the Barco ...
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Archive TitlesYou’re not alone with Identicom
Lone worker systemsIDENTICOM IS A SMART IDENTITY card developed by Connexion2 that’s equipped with mobile communications technology which enables a lone worker (for example, a security officer) to covertly raise an alarm when threatened. It also allows a third party to listen-in on what’s happening, and record events remotely. Those ...
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Archive TitlesNo contact at all in Dover
An access control system based on RFID technology has been supplied by Legic Identsystems to help in securing the Port of Dover
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Archive TitlesNational agreement on NHS security operatives
The NHS has its first major listing of suppliers for temporary security staff following the introduction of a national framework agreement
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London door staff next on Security Industry Authority’s agenda
London’s door supervisors are now required to reach set levels of training and professional standards and then undergo mandatory criminal background and identity checks under the licensing scheme introduced by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
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Archive TitlesAbloy just needs a little push...
Locking systemsABLOY SECURITY HAS LAUNCHED the Unican 5000 mechanical pushbutton lock to provide strong, simple, secure and effective access control without the need for any wiring, electronics or batteries.Building on the design of the proven L1000 Series, the Unican 5000 offers end users many additional benefits. It’s pre-assembled to fit ...
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Unwelcome Christmas ‘present’ delivered to Group 4 Securicor hq
On Tuesday 14 December, politicians and Trade Union leaders from around the world delivered a demand for improved industry standards from global security giant Group 4 Securicor. The call followed on from a breakdown in discussions with the leading contractor over its alleged failure to work with Trade Unions in ...