In Security Magazine August 2021

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TO THE EDGE OF TOMORROW TECH-CELERATION IN THE SECURITY INDUSTRY 8 INDUSTRY NEWS Latest developments in the industry

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How to future-proof your campus security in 2021

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Contents 4 Cover Story - To the edge of tomorrow Tech-celeration in the security industry 8 Product & Industry News Latest developments from the security industry

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30 Smart surveillance The Role of VSaaS in the Smart Cities of the Future 34 A 1800kg placebo?

The limitations and risks of using concrete barriers

22 Back to school security How to future-proof your campus security in 2021

38 Airport security & COVID-19 The acceleration to a contactless checkpoint

26 Making the switch Businesses can switch to mobile access control faster than they think

42 Video management software market Top trends boosting the growth through to 2026

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COVER STORY

To the edge of tomorrow Tech-celeration in the security industry

by Duncan Cooke, Business Development, Stratus Technologies with contribution from Richard Huison, Regional General Manager for UK & Europe, Gallagher

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he security industry, like every industry, is in an era of rapid change as digital transformation (DX) takes hold and revolutionises what is possible. Over the past 18 months, in part due to the global pandemic, DX adoption has proliferated around the world. This so-called tech-celeration has a profound impact on the security industry but it is far from a step into the unknown.

What, exactly does the tech-celeration mean for the security industry?

It means building highly capable and flexible security solutions that can do more than ever before, with less.

It means a combined software and hardware approach with resilience designed in at every stage, from

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the data centre to the edge of the network. It means simple, secure and autonomous security solutions, fit for tomorrow.

Tech-celeration The term tech-celeration was coined

by The Economist in a recent article that quotes McKinsey research in consumer and digital adoption . According to McKinsey, the shutdowns of the pandemic caused a five-year leap in digital adoption in just eight weeks. The effects and implications of the pandemic are easy to observe in the security industry. Almost overnight, people, including security managers, were working remotely, social distancing was required for those who needed

to be onsite, and security suddenly included healthcare considerations such as body temperature monitoring and contact tracing.

Despite the new circumstances and pressures of the pandemic, and despite the ‘new normal’ which is taking shape as the world slowly emerges from Covid-19, the security industry is actually not taking a big step into the unknown.

The reason we can see the future of security so clearly is because we are talking about an acceleration in the adoption of digital transformation.

The technology required to meet today’s challenges already exists, and the right technology is flexible.

But… digital transformation demands that we take a holistic

view of security. It is driven by a combination of factors that are human, technological and process related. It requires an approach to security which includes both software and hardware, and most importantly it needs to deliver gapless data, available in real time.

Security by Command The very best security software integrates solutions and provides complete site control from one central management platform.

Fully configurable to meet the unique needs of individual sites, Command Centre from Gallagher provides centralised site visibility and monitoring, ensuring situational awareness for all buildings, and the perimeter, on both local and remote

sites. Information is displayed in realtime, allowing a quick and accurate response to security threats, while data visualisation and reporting enables operational decisions to be made with greater precision.

Fully scalable, Command Centre supports future growth and changing security requirements. Compliant with many global standards, Command Centre helps organisations streamline their systems across multiple locations.

Command Centre is designed with people, business, building, and site management in mind.

From keeping people safe with intelligent access control, powerful emergency response capabilities, mobile access solutions, and simple, effective cardholder and credential

management. Through to ensuring business continuity and operational flow with efficient management of workforce compliance and safety.

Organisations can create efficiencies through integration with building management systems to reduce energy costs, identify critical faults early, and support modern work environments. Along with protecting people and assets through enhanced site monitoring and situational awareness, alarm management, effective perimeter security, advanced reporting, and flexible mobile solutions, all controlled from one powerful platform.

Edge Bringing together so much functionality requires an IT platform that is highly capable. With so many peripheral and smart devices with multiple applications, a dispersed computing solution is desirable.

The issue here is not simply one of computing power, but more about getting the right computing capability and capacity where it is needed.

New IoT devices such as Thermal Cameras, Motion Sensors, HVAC Control, Air Quality and Smart Thermostats can generate “big” data, which requires processing and actioning at the Edge, in real time.

The result is an increasing demand for Edge-based compute solutions to support multiple applications, and to do this efficiently, the right platform will need to have a virtualisation capability.

It’s worth coming back to the point about tech-celeration here, since the context for deployments of Edge Computing is changing rapidly. In terms of the people and skills available for an Edge Computing architecture, such resources are scarce and getting scarcer. Furthermore, given its distributed nature, and the fact that many sites might be associated with a single Command Centre , the Edge Computing deployment will often need to run at a ‘five nines’ (99.999%) level of availability with no IT support whatsoever – a ‘zero-touch control’ approach. Such considerations mean that the right Edge Computing platform must be simple for operational (non IT) staff to deploy and maintain, as IN SECURITY | August 2021 | 5

well as being inherently resilient.

In terms of cyber security, the right Edge Computing platform adds an important layer of security to IoT peripherals – especially if it is designed with a holistic and operator-specific set of security tools. What’s important here, given the range of vendor solutions available and that are likely to be linked to the platform, is sourcing a platform that is vendor agnostic.

Returning to the Command Centre software for a moment, and the automation that helps deliver many of its benefits, it is also vital that the Edge Computing platform has the same level of automation available to create a truly connected and controllable ‘system of systems’ security strategy.

Resilience As much as we in the security industry dislike the word ‘unknown’, we love the word ‘resilience’. We certainly prefer it to ‘recovery’ and with resilience designed-in, the need to recover from a failure or an outage is reduced. With the best Edge Computing platforms capable of offering that simple, protected, and autonomous platform with a minimum of five-nines uptime, recovery from IT related issues will rarely be an issue. A strong resilient Edge Computing system is comprised of two identical nodes, running in a redundant pair for greater reliability. The system can monitor itself, and workloads running in virtual machines (VM) are automatically moved between nodes – a process known as live migration - if the system detects that a potential failure is likely. Such a system can mix and match resources across both nodes, like CPU, memory, storage, or networking, to ensure the overall system has what it needs and continues to run. For example, the VM can use the CPU and storage in one node, and the memory and networking card in the other node, if necessary to ensure application availability and deliver that always-on peace of mind.

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configuration. These too can be prevented if the correct Edge Computing platform is used.

It is possible for the two nodes of an Edge system to be deployed miles apart, as long as there is a suitable network connection between them. This capability allows the Edge Platform to be deployed in a local site area Disaster Recovery (DR) configuration. Applications that are running in one Command Centre can restart in another, often within minutes, and without any operator intervention. There are complications if the two nodes are split by more than 10 metres or so (so-called split-brain) scenarios – but even they can be managed out with the correct ‘quorum service’ set up – which a good system integrator will be able to help implement.

The true cost of downtime Having offered a brief overview of what is possible at the sharp end of security systems in the age of digital transformation, it’s worth noting that not all security systems have the same requirements.

The best way to understand quickly if Edge Computing is the right approach for your organisation, is to ask the simple question: what does downtime cost my organisation – or perhaps more pertinently, what might downtime cost my business.

If the realisation is that critical applications absolutely must be simple, protected, autonomous, and always-on, then resilient Edge Computing is the right step towards digital transformation. The business case is already made, before consideration of improvements, efficiencies and the like are brought

to bear.

Moreover, if the pandemic has resulted in the need for your security system to have much more competence in terms of additional processes or peripherals, with much less resource in terms of IT competence or staff to manage it, then a resilient Edge solution is also the right next step in your digital transformation journey.

It is not, as mentioned previously, a step into the unknown. Highly autonomous, simple, protected, and resilient Edge to Enterprise combined hardware and software solutions are already being used by various high security sites, including government owned and managed premises, airports, military facilities, and the like. The resilience at the heart of such systems has a pedigree in financial transactions (such as banking and credit-card payment systems) where a moment of downtime is measured in millions of dollars of lost transactions. While elements of such systems – such as the emerging compute capabilities at the Edge – are newer and benefit from ruggedised hardware suitable for computing outside of the server room, they are available and well established.

The tech-celeration has brought forward the point of need for such solutions to be deployed by a huge number of organisations the world over. It has, you might say, brought us to the Edge of tomorrow. Digital transformation has well and truly arrived for the security industry, and it is a good thing.

For more information, please visit www.stratus.com

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PRODUCT & INDUSTRY NEWS

Quanika access control and visitor management integrates with IPConfigure Orchid VMS Users to benefit from seamless integration and best-inbreed tech choice More streamlined, cost-efficient options for integrating Axis Communications network door controllers, cameras, and audio devices are now possible thanks to a new technology integration between Quanika and IPConfigure. The integration between Quanika’s access control and visitor management software and IPConfigure Orchid VMS enables more affordable, powerful, and feature-rich integrated security solutions for single and multi-site management and control.

Quanika’s impressive, modular access control and visitor management software seamlessly works with Axis Communications network hardware to offer users a unified security management platform. Now those systems integrate with IPConfigure’s popular VMS including its Orchid Core video management software for small to mid-sized users - and its Orchid Fusion for enterprise level and multi-site applications.

“With the addition of IPConfigure’s popular Orchid video management software suite, including Orchid Fusion, Hybrid, and Alto for small through enterprise and multisite applications, this technology partnership offers significant upfront and ongoing cost advantages, with simple license fee structures and no hidden extras,” says Leo Cook, Quanika’s General Manager.

“Our transparent, modular approach gives customers the freedom to scale up, letting them upgrade to enterprise-level functionality selectively for sites or camera streams where they need it most.

They can do this without the prohibitive license fees traditionally charged by vendors.”

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He added that one-stop-shop purchasing of Axis Communications hardware and Quanika and IPConfigure software globally through leading distributor, Anixter, together with pricing flexibility would help systems integrators who need to competitively bid on project scale-ups: “They can now affordably cater for unlimited cardholders and credentials or manage multiple sites using a federated and partitioned architecture for video and access management. And they have the option to easily add in new and emerging technologies, such as AI-powered video analytics.”

There is growing demand for flexible, affordable but powerful integrated solutions that allow organizations to eliminate inefficient siloed systems and databases, speed up verification, detection, and incident response, and increase operational efficiency.

Quanika Compact is already proving its value for smaller and mid-sized users while Quanika Enterprise extends these benefits, with more advanced capabilities and extensibility for the most demanding applications.

Quanika Enterprise offers an intuitive security and safety management platform that integrates powerful access control functionality with video and wider building management and popular databases that allows organizations to orchestrate change and adapt to change operational requirements.

This modular, off-the-shelf approach offers significant advantages over expensive, customized solutions, including greater flexibility, reduced up-front costs and a lower total cost of ownership (TCO).

For more information on Quanika go to quanika.com

All-in-one rental solution from interphone removes the need to compromise on building security systems

Interphone has launched an all-in-one rental solution that enables building owners and occupiers to adopt the latest building security systems without the need for a large initial capital outlay. This unique finance package will be available for any type of commercial or public sector property, with flexible agreement terms to suit most operating budgets and cashflow, while also providing added protection against unforeseen maintenance or support costs.

“The outright purchase of security systems can be costly, requiring a sizeable capital outlay to install and maintain the latest equipment”, explains Julian Synett, CEO of Interphone Limited. “Justifying this expenditure and then either raising funds or competing for an already overstretched internal budget can be a complicated process. Our aim is to create a rental solution to remove this financial barrier, so businesses can avoid delays to critical work that is putting buildings, occupants and products at unnecessary risk.”

The single rental package will combine all the equipment, installation and ongoing maintenance needed for a high-quality and robust security system, including affordable yearly payments that are spread over the length of the contract. It will be available across Interphone’s entire product range

including access control, biometrics, CCTV, door entry, and automated gates and barriers. Meanwhile, comprehensive planned and reactive maintenance cover is designed to minimise any system downtime, avoid operational disruption and gain added peace of mind.

All agreements will be internally approved by Interphone’s in-house finance team, based on 60 years of experience in the security systems sector and without the use of any third-party leasing partners. This means that customers can benefit from quick decision-making – typically within forty-eight hours – based on industryspecific risk assessment to achieve a high approval success rate.

We are providing budget certainty, with no unexpected or hidden overheads, so there is no longer a need for compromise in terms of timings, scope or quality due to budget limitations. Our new rental option is also future-proofed, allowing a security system to be adapted depending on changing circumstances or the availability of newer, more effective technology. This added flexibility ensures that we can best meet the needs of our customers.”

For further information visit http://interphone.co.uk

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Paxton’s smart, simple video door entry What is Paxton’s Entry system?

The complete video door entry system, originally launched in 2012, is made up of just three plug-and-play components: a door controller, external panel and interior monitor. The simple system allows users to grant access and make informed decisions through visual identification when someone is requesting to enter their building. This is achieved through a choice of monitors and panels that vary in functionality depending on a user’s site requirements. Entry also allows day-today access for users who have a token, PIN or code.

Entry can be installed as a standalone system and is an ideal option for sites where a simple, flexible intercom is needed. It is scalable up to 100 panels and 1000 monitors, making it suitable for a range of environments: including education facilities, commercial buildings, and multi-tenant dwellings.

The modern hardware can also form part of the larger security systems Paxton has developed.

These are Net2, their well-established networked access control system, and Paxton10 which is the manufacturer’s newest innovation that combines access control with video management. When Entry is installed with either system, the user can benefit from a range of additional features that include event reporting, remote management, and fire and intruder alarm integration.

What can Entry do?

Entry gives users hardware options, with an extensive range of entry panels and internal monitors to choose from. Users can opt for an audio only monitor and a simple panel with LCD screen and keypad, or more advanced touch screen monitors and panels which offer customisation, personalisation, and contact images for quick visual recognition. For higher risk areas, Paxton offers vandal resistant panels, with flush, surface or rainhood mounting options.

Steve Rowlands, Paxton’s Divisional Director of Product Management said: “Throughout Entry’s journey we have developed the hardware to be extremely versatile. This gives installers and users more choice.

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As a standalone system, Entry is still packed with a range of intuitive functionality. It is SIP compatible, which means users can opt to integrate their smartphones, tablets, or PCs to answer calls from their panel. The Entry hardware offers easy interaction with visitors as it enables high quality voice or video calls from panel to monitor. Visitors can also leave video voicemails if a user does not answer, and the user will receive a notification on their device.

When an Entry Premium monitor is installed, the system has a free concierge management feature which gives building managers or receptionists the ability to contact other users via their monitor, providing an effective broadcast messaging system. If Entry is installed with Net2 or Paxton10, added security features are available, and in case of an emergency the site can be securely locked down at the touch of a button.

With Paxton10, Entry can be taken to the next level in security management, as the Entry panels can grant access with free Bluetooth® Smart Credentials when connected to the intuitive, web-based software. The cost-free virtual tokens make this a highly scalable option when compared to traditional keyfobs or tokens, by enabling a user’s smartphone or smartwatch to work seamlessly as an access token. These can be issued in advance by a building manager via text or email and boast an extra layer of security by utilising the biometrics on an individual’s smart device.

Installing Entry The hardware for Entry makes up one of the simplest security solutions on the market, with the system components auto-detecting on setup.

Neil Matthews from MAS Systems said: “Paxton’s Entry system is a real plug-and-play solution, which we feel is its biggest selling point; it’s so simple to install.”

Paxton offers unlimited guidance from their expert Support team on any installation and provides free product training for new and existing installers.

For further information visit www.paxton-access.com

More Than Access Control Beyond feature rich access control, Maxxess eFusion software delivers the benefits of a full security management platform, without cost or complexity. eFusion integrates video, fire, intruder, and building systems, plus site specific applications from more than 60 leading technologies and brands off-the-shelf.

www.maxxess-efusion.com Europe Maxxess Systems Europe Ltd United Kingdom +44 (0) 1344 440083

Middle East Maxxess Systems Middle East United Arab Emirates +971 (0) 509467717

North America Maxxess Systems, Inc. United States +1 (714) 772 1000

Aperio® wireless locks’ integration with Siveillance Access from Siemens helps businesses make their security more efficient Integration of Siveillance Access from Siemens Smart Infrastructure Suite with Aperio® battery-powered access control from ASSA ABLOY puts security at the core of any smart building. These buildings become trusted environments for those who work there or visit, offering reputational benefits to their occupants. They are more resilient and more cost efficient to manage.

Wireless, battery powered locks, connected to a building management solution, make it simpler and more cost-effective to extend access control further into a building. This increases the overall security of the premises. Movement around the site can be monitored and measured to extract insights about building use, while reducing breaches and thefts. Filtering access deeper into a building — far beyond the perimeter or entrance door — provides an opportunity to harness this valuable business data.

Cost efficiencies from smarter, wire-free door security A company’s choice of access control technology can significantly impact costs. According to recent ASSA ABLOY benchmarking analysis, choosing wireless rather than wired door locking, for example, brings a large reduction in energy use: more than 70%, or thousands of euros over a typical security installation’s life-cycle*.

Installing locks which do not need wiring around the door is also faster, less disruptive and more costefficient than wired door security. These cost savings present a strong business case for investing in wireless access solutions.

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a growing number of devices from the Aperio battery-powered lock range, including the escutcheon (E100), cylinder (C100) and server rack (KS100). Each integrates seamlessly with the SiPass access control system, giving security teams control over almost any interior or exterior door — including wooden and glass doors, as well as fire doors — from a single, familiar interface.

Extending access control at a landmark university site An integrated system is already deployed at Hamburg’s HafenCity University (HCU), where Aperio wireless locks extend intelligent access control from Siemens. Around 500 battery powered Aperio cylinders are connected to and controlled by the Siemens system. Aperio locks have built-in RFID readers, so it was cost-effective to add access control to many more doors than would be feasible with traditional security.

The flexibility of Aperio means HCU’s facility managers now have greater control. They can respond to organizational changes in real time, only needing to administer one unified system. And they no longer have to deal with the daily workload of physical key management. The university campus is a more intelligent, responsive environment for those who work and study there.

To learn how Siemens and ASSA ABLOY make building security smarter — together — you can, Download our Cost Saving Solution Guide at URL https://campaigns. assaabloyopeningsolutions.eu/aperio-cost-savings

SALTO XS4 One electronic lock now available in dark bronze finish

With a large variety of models designed to fit any building’s needs, the XS4 One electronic escutcheon fits virtually any door, including wooden and PVC doors as well as those with narrow metal frames.

Until now, the Dark Bronze finish was only available for the XS4 ANSI models but this attractive contemporary finish has now been extended to the XS4 One family as well.

The new Dark Bronze option for the XS4 One product range compliments today’s design trends and blends perfectly with both white and dark doors, modern style and decoration.

With a large variety of models, XS4 One electronic escutcheons are all totally wire-free and networked through SALTO Virtual Network (SVN) and BLUEnet

Wireless network for access control in real-time and compatible with smart phone mobile access.

They are simple and fast to install without having to replace or drill the door. High security protection is provided via high resistance, hardened anti-drill plates to protect the wiring and reader area. Hardened axes and floating steel balls provide additional protection in the handle area.

The new Dark Bronze Finish option has also been added to the SALTO MyLock online configuration tool, allowing users to now visualize this stunning finish for the XS4 One, XS4 One DIN and XS4 One Deadlatch (DL) models on any type of door.

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IDIS extends choice of NDAA-compliant cameras with high-definition launches Korean-made range includes easy alternatives for a range of video projects An extended range of HD and UHD video cameras from IDIS gives systems integrators and their end-user customers affordable alternatives for NDAA-compliant video.

The NDAA line-up now includes a range of 2MP, 5MP, and 8MP camera models, which are ideal for applications of any size from small to medium sites such as retail outlets, hotels, local government facilities, and offices through to enterprise users such as utilities, school and university campuses, logistics, and large commercial buildings. Those sites needing ultra-highdefinition (UHD) coverage will benefit especially from the 8MP models which deliver sharp image capture even in low light conditions.

The new line up gives the benefits of IDIS’s signature DirectIP® plug-and-play connection to a choice of NVRs or servers, and comes with IR, true WDR, IDIS Smart Failover, and alarm in/out, with options for two-way audio and vandal resistance.

IDIS’s Korean-made cameras also provide the assurance of fast, seamless installation and low maintenance, extended warranties, and a choice of license-free IDIS Center for up to 1024 devices or the modular and scalable IDIS Solution Suite, which combine to give users a lower total cost of ownership (TCO).

For the growing number of projects which now require compliance with section 889 of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, IDIS offers a safe choice and an alternative project route.

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The stringent requirements of the NDAA together with growing concerns about the manufacturing origin of video equipment, is already starting to influence applications more widely, not just in the U.S. but in developed markets including Europe, the Middle East, Australasia, and parts of Asia.

As Korea’s largest in-country video manufacturer with a track-record of installations globally – from mission critical sites to small businesses – IDIS promises to provide one of the most proven, dependable tech migration routes.

“We are still seeing the problem of ghost-branding and hidden supply chains making it confusing for systems integrators who are trying to locate the best NDAA-compliant tech,” says James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe. “Leading manufacturers are still using OEM products or components from prohibited suppliers, and this is not always obvious.”

He added that IDIS gives the assurance of Korean design and manufacturing, industry-leading warranties, multi-layered cybersecurity protection, inherent failover, and respect for international licenses and regulations.

“This means that for many video projects such as those deployed at multi-national companies, and increasingly medium sized companies with US connections or those with plans to expand into the U.S. market - IDIS video technology is now among the safest choices.”

For more information on IDIS end-to-end solutions, please visit www.idisglobal.com

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Maxxess updates popular eVisitor visitor management solution to meet user priorities post-pandemic New features to streamline collaborative in-person meetings and mobile credentials support the shift to hybrid working Maxxess has released a major update to its popular eVisitor visitor management solution with new mobile access integrations and touchless reader choices to support more flexible workplace operations postpandemic.

The new release includes options for mobile access control using smartphones, with authorised visitors and site users now able to pass through secure entrances using a choice of more convenient and hygienic contactless and touchless methods, including secure, GDPR-compliant biometrics.

Touchless kiosks allow reception staffing levels to be reduced in settings from hospitality to corporate offices, and provide faster, more convenient check-in and entry for guests.

For the growing number of organisations wanting to switch old-style access cards or fobs for smartphones, eVisitor now allows access to be granted when users place their phones in front of a reader like a standard card. Users can ‘press and enter’ using remote control; they can slide their hand across the reader without needing to take out their phone; they can pat on their phone while it’s in their pocket; or they can just approach the reader.

Technology that differentiates between access points at distances up to 20 metres allows multiple readers to operate in the same area. The system controller can specify which options are offered by each reader, depending on the security and operational requirements of each location.

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site users including – regular staff, contractors, and temporary workers - to get into the areas where they are authorized to be, and to gain access to the facilities they are entitled to use, such as Wi-Fi and IT networks.

“Our eVisitor visitor management solution is in high demand because it’s helping organisations move forward confidently with the priorities of the post-pandemic recovery, including the shift to hybrid working,” says Lee Copland, Managing Director EMEA, Maxxess. “It enables smooth, hassle-free access to multiple facilities, for example making team and customer meetings easier to arrange and facilitate. This is helping re-invigorate collaborative in-person working and driving innovation after months during which teams were restricted to remote video calls.”

The hygienic, touchless, and frictionless access model has become more popular over the last year, with hygiene a top priority – this is likely to remain an important consideration as organisations look to improve resilience against ongoing infection control and the risk of SARS-CoV-​2 variants emerging later in the year.

Maxxess eVisitor is proving especially popular for the way it enables secure, efficient management of visitors as well as scheduled van and truck deliveries, with intuitive dashboards that provide a real-time overview of everyone on site across single or multiple facilities, and comprehensive reporting tools providing an audit trail for compliance and contact tracing purposes.

For more information please visit https://maxxess-efusion.com/evisitor

SALTO exhibiting latest innovations at The Security Event

SALTO will exhibit its latest access control innovations at The Security Event at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham on 7-9 September.

“With a welcome return to live exhibitions after the pandemic, we’re looking forward to showcasing our latest access control products and software that deliver an unrivalled keyless experience,” says SALTO UK Managing Director, Ramesh Gurdev.

Highlights at the SALTO Stand (H40 – Hall 3A) include: Neo Cylinder – A compact smart door lock cylinder equipped with state of the art wireless access control technology. It is easy to retrofit to an existing door and is smartphone compatible, IP66-rated, incorporates RFID, NFC and Bluetooth mobile technology and has advanced encryption to provide a secure and seamless keyless experience.

Neoxx Padlock – A unique solution for users that need an additional level of security to control specific doors, like gates or storage areas. Robust and durable, the Neoxx features IP66 water resistance and dust protection shielding it from the elements in harsh environments and extreme climates.

XS4 One - With a large variety of models, XS4 One electronic handles fit virtually any door without wires and are easy to install and maintain. They are also suitable for use at fire doors and emergency exits and PAS24/High Security certificate. They integrate the latest advances in mobile access and wireless locks including BLE + NFC mobile technologies.

With a large variety of models designed to fit any building’s needs, the XS4 One electronic escutcheon fits virtually any door, with the new Dark Bronze option for the XS4 One product range compliments design trends

and blends perfectly with both white and dark doors, modern style and decoration.

Wave XS Reader - 100% touch-free automated access control for a hands-free environment.

SALTO KS - This cloud based access control solution makes access control a simple and secure solution for businesses to manage keys, users and doors across multiple locations, on the go and in real-time.

JustIN Mobile – SALTO’s JustIN mobile technology makes it easy and secure to incorporate smartphones as a part of your access control solution. Unrivalled versatility means it can be used on main entrance doors, elevators, car park barriers, meeting rooms, etc.

Gantner Lockers - GANTNER, a SALTO Group company, includes solutions for keyless access control, electronic locker locks as well as ticketing and management software for the global leisure and commercial industries.

Danalock & Residential Solutions - Smart home living is becoming more popular. Residents want seamless access – without managing multiple keys – and property managers/operators want a solution that is easy to manage and provides seamless resident onboarding. All want physical security and protection for assets as well as a smarter living experience. SALTO residential solutions deliver convenient, secure, and technology-enabled living.

So if you want to find out more about smart access control products that deliver exciting advantages and cutting-edge solutions, visit Stand H40 – Hall 3A to meet the SALTO team and see a live presentation of our technology For further information visit www.saltosystems.com IN SECURITY | August 2021 | 17

Club Car takes to the streets

Club Car is now street legal in every country in the EU. Club Car’s electric utility vehicles offer an attractive alternative to traditional petrol-powered vehicles.

For a start there’s no petrol costs – and zero emissions.

Club Car’s vehicles have the power to perform numerous campus tasks, from mail delivery to security and maintenance.

Want to know more?

Contact your Club Car representative today.

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Adria Security Summit 2021

Adria Security Summit 2021 - Powered by Intersec • Security, Safety and IoT Industry Conference and Exhibition • Holiday Inn Hotel Belgrade and Multifunctional Hall Belexpocentar • Belgrade, Serbia, 13 – 14 Oct 2021 Adria Security Summit Powered by Intersec, leading annual conference and exhibition event in the Adriatic region, will return to its live format on 13-14 October 2021 in Belgrade, Serbia.

The event will take place at Holiday Inn Hotel Belgrade and Multifunctional Hall Belexpocentar since both of these facilities can provide numerous amenities in line with the latest in the epidemiological measures that will be observed in order to provide the safest experience possible for all participants. Belgrade was also chosen as the place to restart the tradition of live Adria Security Summit events as it is the capital the country with one of the highest immunization rates in the world.

Manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers and system integrators, consultants and end users from all vertical markets will be brought together at one place.

The event is an ideal platform for getting up to date with the current state of the security sector and engaging in business networking.

It will traditionally bring together all participants in the sales chain that operate in the market of video surveillance, access control, burglary, fire alarm, physical security, mechanical protection, cyber security, smart solutions, ICT, Internet of things, mobility,

automation and more. So far, the event managed to gather some of the best known providers in the security industry.

More than 100 companies will be able to set up their booths in an exhibition area, with several sponsorship opportunities at their disposal. The event conference agenda will be expanded with presentations and case studies that will reflect important changes that take place across security and related industries.

In addition to the official one, you can organize your own corporate side event as part of the Summit in one of available venue halls and use the Summit as an accessible platform to inform your clients about new products and services.

The organizer of the Summit is a&s Adria Magazine, with the support of the Messe Frankfurt company. Regional security associations (from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Bulgaria and Romania) have supported the Summit from its beginnings.

Adria Security Summit is a unique annual conference and exhibition of the Adriatic region’s security industry, organized by a&s Adria magazine. a&s Adria magazine is a member of the a&s Group, the leading global security publishing group headquartered in Taiwan.

Since 2017, the Summit is held under the name of Adria Security Summit powered by Intersec, as it became an official partner of the Messe Frankfurt, the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organizer.

For more information please visit www.adriasecuritysummit.com

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International Security Expo set to be a hotbed for new product launches International Security Expo will welcome hundreds of global exhibitors when it returns to Olympia, London from 28 - 29 September. Security and counter-terror professionals will be able to source, test and buy new product launches and game-changing solutions from the world’s leading suppliers including Heras, HS Security Group, Mitie, Bastion Security Products, ADANI Systems, Leidos, Marshalls and more.

For example, Audax will showcase its full range of next-generation wearable security solutions including its “flagship” product - the award-winning BIO-AX® Camera System. Audax recently announced it has secured the provision of a significant number of its latest body-worn video cameras, Bio-AX®, for Mitie Security’s frontline security team in Regent Street.

Also representing the body cam market, Halo Technologies will introduce the revolutionary ‘HALO Connect 4G Bundle’ which launches in September 2021. Specifically designed to improve profitability, enhance team performance and create shift efficiency, the product presents an industry-first ‘always-on’ data management capability that automatically connects body-cam footage via any 4G network to the cloud.

Alan Whitley, Managing Director at Halo Technologies said: “We’re proud to have added two new solutions to our portfolio, including an industry-first ‘Connected bundle’ that harnesses the power of the UK’s 4G mobile networks. The International Security Expo represents an exciting opportunity to showcase our latest technology and software developments”.

Providing a full end to end perimeter protection solution, Heras will showcase its recently launched Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems (PIDS) - fence mounted detection systems GeoMic and GeoPoint tied in with its integrated systems offer - and the newly launched Saros traffic barrier. Attendees can also visit its stand to find out more about Connect, its new ‘smart’ service, security rated fencing including Zenith SR1 and 20 | August 2021 | IN SECURITY

SR3, and its B700 full height turnstile.

Elsewhere, ADANI Systems will display its range of innovative high-technology solutions, including the BV STREAM, intended for X-ray screening of backpacks, bags, parcels and personal items to detect blades, firearms, ammunition and any other prohibited items.

While Everbridge a global leader in critical event management (CEM) will showcase its end-to-end disaster response and resilience solutions on the show floor and in the Product Innovation Theatre. Everbridge provides CEM solutions for both government entities and private enterprise, including Risk Centre for monitoring threats and analysing and responding to risk; Public Warning for countrywide or geo-located population alerting; and Control Centre for physical security information management (PSIM).

In addition to new product launches on the show floor, the International Security Expo Product Innovation Theatre will help attendees gain insights into the latest products and technologies that are shaping the future of the security industry. Experts from SafetyFlex Barriers, Exeon Analytics, Q Cyber, Census Labs, Robin Radar and Everbridge will deliver short presentations on their security innovations, with examples of real-life applications.

Uniting the worlds of cyber and physical security For the first time in the show’s history, International Security Expo will be co-located with a brand-new security event, International Cyber Expo, which will bridge the gap between the physical and cyber security industries. Aimed at Government and CISOs, it will showcase the very latest technology and services from the industry’s leading suppliers including Tripwire, Jacobs, Dencrypt and Ascentor.

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EDUCATION SECURITY

Back to school security How to future-proof your campus security systems in 2021 by Neil Killick, Leader of Strategic Business, EMEA, at Milestone Systems It has been a life-defining year for all of us, but for students, universities, and colleges, life has been particularly disrupted. A critical time of growth and independence for students has been coupled with social distancing, infection fears, remote learning, and ongoing uncertainty.

So, what’s the best way for universities and colleges to improve 22 | August 2021 | IN SECURITY

security and safety before welcoming their students back to campus?

Three ways to boost campus safety 1.

Audit your existing infrastructure: understand what systems your campus security already uses and what can be repurposed to meet new demands.

Campus security was already going through a transformation

pre-Covid. There was more emphasis on streamlined campus experiences.

Mobile credentials, for example, were on the rise to promote touchless access control and empower students to access facilities through their everyday devices.

Tools implemented pre-Covid can be repurposed to meet evolving public health measures. Mobile credential and access control system

data can tell a security team about occupancy in classrooms and other areas. This can forewarn of areas that are exceeding their safe capacity for social distancing. It can also inform cleaning teams about areas that need additional attention.

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Look for new opportunities: where existing systems cannot help, what emerging technologies and devices can meet your campus’ unique needs?

In some cases, new technology is needed to meet new safety measures. A host of solutions have sprung up due to Covid-19 and these include people-counting software, mask detection, thermal cameras, and more. Teams can use these tools to quickly identify if crowds or bottlenecks are forming (and proactively mitigate this), if people aren’t wearing face coverings, and to lessen the risk of infection.

When considering new solutions, I suggest starting with your goals. It can be easy to fall for tools with a lot of shiny functionality, but these will fail to have an impact if they aren’t aligned with your strategy.

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Invest in the right foundation: an open video management system (VMS) can provide a unified view of all systems on-site, improve team efficiency

through automation, and support a wide range of devices and applications, now and in the future.

Investing in an open VMS platform provides a wealth of benefits, from easier integration with your existing tech stack to greater flexibility and future-proofing.

Campus security often consists of many disparate systems that all need to talk to each other to provide the best insights. An open VMS makes this process much simpler, consolidating everything you need into one single point of truth.

Real-time on-the-ground intelligence can inform campus security of dangerous behavior, unusual events, or crowds forming, enabling them to respond quickly.

Occupancy and usage trends can influence staffing, building maintenance, and even building layout (making heavily used pathways wider, for example).

An open platform also enables automation — which can improve team efficiency by reducing manual and repetitive work. For example, when someone enters a classroom, the system could automatically switch on lighting and heating.

This will improve energy efficiency and the campus experience.

Simultaneously, unusual behavior or trespassing can be detected via a CCTV system and automatically

flagged for the security team to instantly review and respond.

Open in action: Sheffield Hallam University Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) is the 11th largest university in the UK with around 31,000 students based in two campuses across Sheffield: one in the city centre and another 1.5 miles away in southwest Sheffield.

SHU has a very busy security control room that covers the campuses as well as other university facilities in student accommodation, disabled refuge units, offices, and more. Security is paramount to SHU and the security team requires complete visibility over its many students, staff members, and visitors.

This wasn’t possible on SHU’s old analogue CCTV system, so it looked to upgrade to a newer Internet Protocol (IP) system that could send and receive data over SHU’s extensive network.

What SHU needed SHU needed a simple way to consolidate the many signals coming into its control room including alarms, video cameras, emergency assistance alerts, intercoms, and fire alerts. It also needed a system that could scale and adapt as its needs changed, if, for example, SHU wished to add additional facilities or explore

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new devices and functionality.

Simultaneously, SHU wanted a system that could work with its existing Axis cameras, while also moving away from a vendor-driven hardware option to a more flexible software-driven one. This would enable the team to run certain services in-house and take advantage of the educational discounts that SHU receives.

Investing in open This led SHU to Milestone XProtect, an open platform that enabled SHU to consolidate its different systems into one intuitive interface. The team increased its cameras and devices from 300 to 500 cameras (with plans to increase this further).

The open system works with SHU’s existing hardware, applications, and fiber network. Additionally, it gives SHU much greater flexibility and 24 | August 2021 | IN SECURITY

freedom to test new integrations and concepts.

Integrations One such integration is an LPR (license plate recognition) module that has automated a barrier along a SHU service road. Recognized vehicles are now automatically granted access, which stops constant interruptions throughout the day for operators, freeing them to focus on other tasks. Further integrations that are being explored are integrations with access control, alarming buildings, and heat mapping. SHU also has a development system to test new integrations and concepts, before rolling them out across campus.

Other benefits Further benefits include time savings and team efficiencies, as well as

emerging maintenance savings and increased performance. XProtect is also more scalable, with 12 network recorders reduced to just two with the new platform.

Looking ahead Author Jay Samit once said, “Disruption isn’t about what happens to you, it’s about how you respond to what happens to you.” Campus leaders have an unparalleled opportunity to carve a new path from the disruption of the past 18 months.

The technology that you deploy today will add value to the campus experience well into the future.

By investing in the right solutions, your campus will emerge as a more streamlined, safe, and secure place for your people.

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ACCESS SECURITY

Making the switch Businesses can switch to mobile access control faster and more affordably than they think The smartphone is changing access control and security management at every scale and level, from global corporations to small companies.

Making the switch to mobile access control, however, can seem daunting.

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practicality and the potential need for new door hardware. Yet going mobile is actually a lot simpler and quicker than many think, as one new guide explains.

Data from the recent Wireless Access Control Report 2021*

suggests almost two-thirds of organizations have already adopted mobile access control, or plan to do so within two years. Industry analysts Omdia estimate that downloads of mobile credentials grew by 220% between 2018 and

2019** alone.

The main benefits of mobile access control, the Report suggests, are convenience, cost and security.

All three of these advantages apply for any scale of organization.

Mobile benefits for businesses of every size The user convenience of replacing plastic key-cards with secure “mobile keys” on a smartphone is obvious. Identical benefits have already brought a mobile-first ethos to banking, travel booking, food delivery and many more sectors.

From a business perspective, too, the option for facilities managers to use their own smart device to issue, amend or revoke an employee’s mobile key brings added flexibility.

It frees security staff from the desk and its dedicated admin PC. As our work patterns become fluid — IBM estimates 1.87 billion people will be mobile workers by 2022*** — the ability to get the job done efficiently from anywhere is becoming essential. Access management via

smartphone offers this.

Secondly, mobile credentials are simpler and quicker to administer than key-cards, which brings significant cost savings.

Deploying mobile keys on employee smartphones removes any need to purchase plastic cards or pay for their printing. Any missing plastic credential needs replacing; cancelling and reissuing a mobile credential is essentially costless.

Mobile access control also enables a business to reduce its use of nonrecyclable plastics.

Third, the security of mobile credentials improves on traditional card-based access control. More than 17% of respondents to a recent survey admitted losing an RFID card or fob in the previous 12 months****.

Such an event obviously threatens site security. How quickly would an employee notice this missing plastic key-card? The survey did not ask, but everyone would notice a missing phone more quickly.

Security managers can react fast when credentials are mobile.

Access permissions can be cancelled or amended over the air without any need for updaters, for example.

Everything happens instantly inside the credential app.

Even if a missing phone is not spotted quickly, almost every device now has a built-in failsafe: Biometrics, fingerprint or face ID screen-locks, stop any casual thief from using a phone’s mobile keys.

Many misconceptions about mobile access But what of the challenges of switching standard electronic access control for mobile access — especially for businesses which may not have a large or specialist in-house security team? In truth, if businesses choose the right solution, the challenges of upgrading to mobile keys and access management are far fewer than many imagine.

In many cases, there will be no disruption to existing doors or door hardware, and no drilling at all around the door. Some electronic door locks are compatible out the

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box with both RFID and mobile credentials. The same reader can be used interchangeably with standard plastic cards and a smartphone. User experience at the door is identical: Just tap or move the phone close a reader to unlock.

In most places, employees can use their own phones. A system offering access via a secure iOS or Android app presents no obstacles to many Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies. In the assessment of the recent Wireless Access Control Report 2021, “[t]he move to mobile may not result in any wholesale changes to current lock and reader systems.”

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save the costs involved in replacing lost or damaged credentials.

Facilities staff save time previously wasted in handover meetings, getting new or replacement plastic key-cards to the right people.

Mobile access based on a secure app streamlines the process of system management. Updating, revoking or adding new access rights takes place instantly over the air. Many app-based systems offer the ability to store keys for several sites within one secure environment.

Keyholders can travel to multiple locations contact-free.

“The Openow® mobile access solution for SMARTair®, for example, enables security managers and site users to manage all their mobile keys from one app,” says Mikel Gaztañaga, SMARTair Sales Manager at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEA.

“Many businesses have already followed an easy upgrade path to mobile access. SMARTair wireless locks are deployed in buildings and businesses all over the world. The whole system makes switching to mobile simple and cost-efficient.

Existing SMARTair systems don’t even need new hardware to upgrade.”

For users, the benefits are clear.

The device in their pocket does the job of one or several plastic cards.

If they’re carrying their phone, they already have their keys with them — secure, convenient and almost cost-free.

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SURVEILLANCE

Smart Surveillance The Role of VSaaS in the Smart Cities of the Future by Logan Bell, Head of Product for Cloudview Smart cities are defined by the European Commission as cities where “traditional networks and services are made more efficient with the use of digital solutions.”

These solutions are intended to be of benefit to residents, visitors and businesses, helping to upgrade facilities and make the cities safer and more sustainable.

The use of information and communications technology, or ICT, with a view to boosting city operations is expected to be good news for the video surveillance as a service (VSaaS) sector, as more cities utilise the technology for a 30 | August 2021 | IN SECURITY

range of purposes. In this article, we take a closer look at the role VSaaS providers will play in smart cities.

What is Video Surveillance as a Service?

Video surveillance as a service refers to cloud-based video surveillance services, which are managed by VSaaS providers. Put simply, these services allow end users to remotely store and manage video surveillance footage, with data being kept in the cloud. This then eliminates the need to store surveillance data on-site.

The removal of physical storage

is advantageous for several reasons.

Firstly, it reduces storage costs for users and removes the need to keep and maintain hard drives on-site.

Secondly, it helps to keep data more secure, because it is being kept in the cloud and cannot be erased via physical damage to storage devices, or data corruption.

Cloud video surveillance services also allow users to benefit from the best software solutions, without high levels of initial investment. Instead, the provider charges for access to their services, powered by their technology. This means lower initial outgoings and reduced staffing costs,

while upgrades are also often simple and scalable.

Additionally, a major benefit of VSaaS solutions is the ability to access the data remotely. This means an end user can access video footage recorded on a camera from anywhere they have an internet connection.

The Role of VSaaS in Future Smart Cities It is widely anticipated that video surveillance as a service will feature prominently in future plans to develop smart cities all over the world. In the sections below, we dig deeper into some of the specific ways VSaaS providers can help to shape

the development of smart cities and improve the quality of life for people living in them.

Emergency Response One of the ways VSaaS is expected to help with the transformation of cities into smart cities is by assisting ambulances, fire services, police and others who may be involved in emergency responses.

Improvements here will be primarily provided through the ability to remotely access video footage as and when that access is needed.

As the Video Surveillance As A Service (VSaaS) Global Market Report 2021 explains, emergency services will be able to use video

surveillance as a service for real-time monitoring of situations as they are developing. This could then allow for speedier, more coordinated and more strategic responses, which can help to keep people safer.

Detecting Crime CCTV technology is widely used for the purpose of detecting crime.

However, one of the big problems with many CCTV systems is the poor quality of images recorded. In many cases, this poor quality is a necessary sacrifice, because the data is having to be stored on a hard drive and kept for a sufficient amount of time to meet requirements.

Unfortunately, poor quality

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images have the knock-on effect of making it significantly harder to identify individuals engaging in criminal behaviour. With cloud video surveillance, however, the storage space issue is eliminated, allowing for higher quality video recordings, which can be used to detect crime and prosecute perpetrators.

Traffic Management Finally, another potential use for cloud-based CCTV in smart cities is to improve traffic management.

Using high quality video cameras and providing the right people with remote, real-time access, it becomes much easier to identify problems, respond to accidents and control the flow of vehicles, in order to minimise congestion.

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this use of cloud video surveillance can also tie in with the previous point of crime detection. Using VSaaS, it becomes possible to remotely monitor behaviour on public transport, or to use number plate recognition to identify vehicles of interest, even in crowded areas.

The Last Word The development of smart cities is one of the major infrastructure trends affecting cities all over the world and an example of technology that can be used to make a city safer and more efficient is video surveillance as a service. For this reason, the growth of smart cities is expected to provide a boost for providers operating in this sector.

With cloud-based data storage improving access to video footage and, potentially, enhancing the

quality of footage that can be stored, the use of VSaaS is expected to assist with crime detection and responses to emergencies.

Additionally, real-time monitoring of surveillance footage can improve traffic management too, leading to safer roads.

Logan Bell has over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, working with industry leaders such as Blackberry and Sony. As Head of Product for Cloudview, a remote video monitoring system, he uses his extensive product management experience to drive the company forward as one of the leading names in video surveillance solutions.

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COUNTER TERROR

A 1800 kg concrete placebo?

The limitations and risks of using concrete barriers

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s the world begins to open up and crowds return to public spaces and large events, we have gradually seen the return of one ubiquitous object: large concrete blocks or barriers arranged to protect pedestrian areas from incoming vehicles. Though

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they vary in shape, size and weight, the typical concrete barrier weighs 1,800 kilograms and is typically placed via a forklift, sitting unsecured and unanchored to the road. These concrete barriers have become a common sight in public places over the past several years, following a series of deadly attacks where

vehicles were used to ram into crowds to cause mass casualties.

The deadliest incident occurred in Nice, France in July 2016 when a lone perpetrator drove a large truck into a crowded pedestrian area during holiday celebrations. The result was 86 people killed and 434 injured. This was followed by similar attacks in

Germany, the UK, Sweden, Spain, the United States, and Japan. Whilst large crowds and public events may have disappeared for much of 2020, the threat of incoming vehicles remains and will re-emerge as the world begins, or at least plans to, open up to crowds once more.

Indeed, the past 24 months has even seen expanded use of concrete barriers because of COVID-19, as they have been deployed to block off streets opened up for outdoor dining and open-air events.

As ubiquitous as these concrete barriers have become, many of these barriers are being deployed without an understanding of their limitations.

It may seem like common sense that an 1,800-kilogram concrete block will stop a vehicle. When actually tested,

the results can be quite shocking as demonstrated by the tests carried out by the German Motor Vehicle Inspection Association (DEKRA).

A false sense of security is no security at all Simply put, it is clear that concrete barriers are being deployed and used without appropriate assessment and analysis in the vast majority of cases. This becomes clear when any sort of actual analysis is applied to understand how ineffective most concrete barrier deployments would be to an actual attack. For example, how these concrete barriers have been angled has not been considered in many cases despite the fact that the angle of impact can significantly impact how these barriers perform.

The type of ground that concrete barriers are placed on can affect its performance, as can environmental factors like weather. Many of these barriers have also been placed in a manner that does not account for potential debris or displacement of the barrier if a vehicle was to impact it. As demonstrated in the DEKRA video, when a vehicle of sufficient mass and speed hits one of these barriers, they effectively transform into 1,800-kilogram projectile.

Alongside the fact the vehicle will continue into the crowds behind the barrier, it is also likely that the barrier itself will severely injure and harm pedestrians as well.

When provided the results of the tests, those who manufacture these concrete barriers were unsurprised.

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As one manufacturer put it, deploying concrete barriers to protect crowds against hostile vehicle attacks “… is a pure placebo effect.” Ultimately, the risk here is that the ubiquity of concrete barriers being used as protection against incoming hostile vehicles provides a false sense of security, and ultimately a sense of security that if tested by an actual attack, will prove to be no security at all.

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that could potentially kill and injure hundreds. Organisers and owners/ operators of public places and events all over the world had to quickly develop solutions and reassure the general public that measures were being taken to protect them against hostile vehicles, even if the effectiveness of these measures could not be assured. Concrete barriers were an accessible, easy to deploy and visible solution. Indeed, a concrete barrier is better than no barrier at all but perhaps not by very much.

It has been nearly five years since the attack in Nice that thrust the threat posed by hostile vehicles into the forefront. Five years is more than enough time for those responsible for the safety and security of crowds to have developed robust approaches and methods to

assess potential attack vectors, and then plan and implement mitigation measures based on this assessment and analysis. The threat posed by hostile vehicles has not disappeared and remains as valid and viable of an attack vector as ever. As the world opens up again and crowds return to public places and events, we should not only expect, but insist on a more scientific approach to protecting crowds against incoming vehicles than haphazardly placed concrete barriers. One would hope that the more serious appreciation of the science behind the safety and protection of crowds we have gained in the last 24 months also brings with it the end of the ubiquitous 1800kg concrete placebo.

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AIRPORT SECURITY

Airport security & COVID-19 The acceleration to contactless checkpoint solutions by Kevin Riordan, Head of Checkpoint Solutions

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s COVID-19 travel restrictions around the world continue to hold back the recovery of the aviation industry, the focus has been on restoring consumer confidence in flying and ensuring as minimal disruption to travel possible. For airports, adjusting the operating environment and exploring innovative health solutions to protect passengers and staff from potential virus transmission has been

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a continual process, which is still ongoing.

The priority for airports continues to be minimizing the risk of contagion during the passenger journey through implementing anti-viral measures that limit contact at all possible touchpoints, maintain social distance and minimise faceto-face interaction. Many of these measures are typically deployed in indoor public spaces, such as face coverings, routine sanitization of

contact points and COVID-19 testing.

In an airport environment however, the most challenging procedures to adapt take place at the security checkpoint, as the security outcome can never be compromised. Not only do screening processes typically require contact and interaction, but the checkpoint is usually the pressure point in any passenger journey, with bottlenecks making physical distancing difficult.

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As identified by IATA, these challenges can be addressed through the adoption of self-service options at passenger touchpoints, and a “general move towards greater use of touchless technology and biometrics.” Whilst a fully contactless self-service checkpoint is still very conceptual, technologies that already exist and are in development are paving the way to making this a reality. These automated solutions have the potential to support airport recovery by enabling a more contactless checkpoint experience, whilst also creating long-term competitive advantage in enhancing operational agility and security.

Hygiene first As with all indoor environments ensuring maximum levels of hygiene and cleanliness is critical for giving passengers reassurance. The ICAO recommends that airports enhance cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched and exposed surfaces, including trays at the security checkpoint. While this can be done manually, spray coating protection dissipates over time.

A more effective method which

provides maximum protection and reduced risk of passing on infection is to deploy UV-C light. The ultraviolet germicidal irradiation used in the process has been deployed in disinfection applications for over a century, most frequently in medical environments and the food sector where sterile work facilities are critical.

UV-C light kits harness this proven technology to kill up to 99.9 percent of disease-causing microorganisms found on trays as they are transported from the reclaim area back to the divest station, helping to reduce the transmission of illness as passengers pass through security checks. Smiths Detection and Gatwick Airport partnered on a one-month trial of UV-C light kits on a single security lane in July 2020, with the new system being rolled out on five lanes in Gatwick’s North Terminal by the end of September 2020. More recently airports such as Narita International and security authorities such as New Zealand Aviation Security Service (AvSec) have introduced the UV disinfection kits. Narita is installing 62 units, and AvSec 18 units across four of its major airports. At Hamad International Airport (HIA) this UV

system is being fast tracked, so that HIA will be one of the first global airports to roll it out across all of its departures and transfers passenger screening lanes later this year.

To ultimately reduce the risk of virus transmission however, airports should go beyond routine disinfection to adopt technologies which support a low-touch and low-interaction environment.

Enabling a low-touch experience with next-generation scanners With automatic detection capabilities and low false alarm rates, cabin baggage scanners using computer tomography (CT) reduce the need for re-checks and unnecessary interaction between passengers and operators. CT technology generates 3D, volumetric x-ray images, enabling security operators to inspect baggage from every angle. Automatic explosives detection algorithms and automated object recognition software, which can detect prohibited items such as weapons, support operators in making fast and accurate decisions, and when combined can enable alarm- only viewing of x-ray images. With liquids and laptops being allowed to remain in bags during screening,

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the number of trays handled by both staff and passengers is drastically reduced, reducing the potential for transmission and improving the overall efficiency of the checkpoint process and the security outcome.

The growing adoption of this technology around the globe is great news for passengers, with CT scanners having the potential to drastically cut queue times and create a more frictionless experience at the checkpoint. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), for example, has rolled out more than 300 CT scanners across US airports, and major hubs such as Heathrow Airport and Hamad International Airport are currently working on implementing CT scanners, allowing passengers to keep laptops and electronic devices in their carry-on bags to minimise touch points during the screening process.

The use of millimetre-wave people screening portals also help to minimise touch points, by reducing the need for full physical pat-downs by identifying specific areas of the body that need to be investigated.

Further down the line, these portals could facilitate a reduction in intrusive rechecks by enabling self-clearance, with passengers who have set off the alarms removing any potential trigger items without any involvement of the security operator.

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Remote screening Another solution which directly addresses the need for physical distancing and a low contact operation is remote screening.

Enabled by centralized image processing, remote screening allows operators to analyse images in separate rooms away from the checkpoint, reducing passenger and operator interaction as well as queue times through increased operator efficiency. Depending on the scanned images, each tray is either sent straight through to the passenger or automatically diverted to a recheck point. Any suspicious areas are classified on the images so operators in situ can target secondary examinations in a precise manner – speeding up the recheck process and reducing contact with unnecessary items.

To further enhance contactless productivity, an approach known as ‘multiplexing’ can be adopted, which networks images from all security lanes across an airport and sends them to a group of analysts in a central location. This improves throughput by sending an image to the next available analyst, while the previous image is still being analysed by another operator and the corresponding tray is travelling along the decision conveyor. A steady flow of trays can be maintained with no need to stop the belt to wait for

the analysts to have finished the image evaluation. With multiplexing comes increased operational agility, as the ratio of operators to lanes can be tailored in line with passenger volumes. This level of flexibility is vital for airport recovery as passenger demand continues to fluctuate.

Rebuilding trust To restore passenger and employee confidence in the wake of the pandemic, the airport environment has had to be adapted. Headway has been made in creating sanitary conditions but this is going to be an ongoing challenge for airports, especially as passenger numbers begin to rebound. The good news is that there are techniques and technologies that are readily available to promote hygiene and physical distance, without compromising the security process.

Indeed, the pandemic represents an opportunity to fast track the adoption of these digitally enabled and automated solutions which both address the demands of the COVID-19 era whilst delivering significant improvements in passenger experience and operational efficiency. If ever there was ever a time to innovate, it is now.

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Video management software market Top trends boosting the industry growth through to 2026

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ccording to a recent study from market research firm Graphical Research, the global video management software market size is set to register a significant growth during the forecast timeframe. VMS is a part of security camera system that collects visual data from various cameras installed at different places and stores them in a storage device.

VMS is gaining momentum in its demand among end-users because of rise in the number of theft and other crime incidents across the world.

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security systems at their premises which will help them keep a track of the events happening through the day and night.

There are modern VMS systems that have in-built high-performance processing capabilities along with strong video decoding skills and excellent support for low-light conditions. These features will be quite useful in improving the security of poorly lit areas and can help record videos in challenging conditions as well. All these factors will play an important role in boosting global video management

software market potential.

Some of the top trends that will keep this industry afloat are explained below: Role of VMS system in European tourism: Europe video management software market is estimated to be worth more than $2 billion by 2026. A major reason for this is the growing tourism sector in the region. Many countries across Europe are dependent on tourists to a large extent for their economic progress and development.

The high influx of foreign population

has raised security concerns as well, prompting the authorities to use advanced security systems to ensure public safety. They are partnering with tech-based start-ups to come up with innovative solutions to upgrade the existing technologies used in public safety systems.

VMS managed services see higher demand in Europe: The video management software market provides professional and managed services based on the need of their clients. Europe video management software services segment will record more than 20% CAGR through 2026. There is an increased demand for managed services so that the organizations can use their other resources and capital in developing their core competencies. The security systems are becoming more complex by the day, which is compelling companies to take the help of agencies having expert knowledge in this field. They can help organizations in setting up their security infrastructure and help them manage the related systems effectively.

Cloud-based VMS architecture to showcase potential in Europe: Cloud-based VMS deployment model will gain momentum in demand among end-users in Europe. This segment is estimated to capture

over 40% share of the regional video management software market by 2026. Some of the important reasons for this is attributed to the rise in demand for advanced wireless network systems and increase in efforts towards digitization. The cloud model has the ability to handle both IP-based and analog video signals at the same time. It is quite flexible in nature and provides seamless services for large-scale organizations as well.

Demand for analog-based VMS system expands in North America: North America video management software market is likely to go past $2 billion in valuation by 2026.

One of the reasons for this is the rise in demand for analog-based VMS systems. Regional VMS industry share from this segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of 7% up to 2026. These VMS solutions contain monitors, analog cameras and digital video recorders that are connected through an analog matrix switcher. This switcher helps in converting video input to monitor output which aids end-users in keeping a good track of events.

VMS solutions for defense sector in North America: Defense sector requires VMS solutions at a high rate because of rise in national security concerns

across the globe. The sector is making use of high-quality video surveillance technologies to get prompt information about the infiltration attempts made by terrorists. These know-hows can also make it easier for the defense personnel in North America in identifying the intruders with the help of high-resolution video footages.

VMS services play an important role in not just ensuring public safety but can be a catalyst to keeping a country’s national borders safe from unauthorized entries. Today these systems have come a long way as AI and other advanced technologies are being integrated into the devices to ensure that precise and accurate information is collected and sent to the authorities.

VMS witnesses high application across mobile devices in APAC region: Asia Pacific video management software market is projected to exceed $4 billion in valuation by 2026. One of the major reasons for this is rise in the usage of mobiles in the region to access VMS. The regional industry share from mobile application is predicted to record 20% CAGR through 2026. According to a report released by GSMA, in 2020, the number of smartphone users in China went past 1.34 billion.

Companies are increasing their focus

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on developing VMS systems that are suitable for smartphones and tablets.

VMS in mobile applications helps end-users gain better access to the security cameras at remote locations with the help of either public or private IP. This software allows access to safety systems set up at different locations and brings them together to make video monitoring a much easier process. The high demand for smartphones and tablets across businesses and individuals will drive APAC video management software market forecast.

On-premise VMS deployment architecture gains momentum in Asia Pacific: Cloud and on-premise deployment models are commonly used to set up VMS systems. However, the on-premise segment will keep gaining traction over the coming years. This is because of the rising concerns among end-users with regards to storing data on cloud.

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The on-premise architecture helps organizations conduct video surveillance of a single location.

Many devices and software are installed to bring the entire setup together. While the initial installation cost can be quite high, it offers higher data security as compared to cloud services.

India VMS market will grow at a considerable rate: India video management software market share is predicted to register a CAGR of more than 20% through 2026. One of the major reasons for this is the growing security concerns in the country. India is the second most-populated nation in the world after China. This means that the need to have a robust security infrastructure to provide safety to such a vast population has increased by many folds.

The nation’s government is taking some important measures like partnering with leading

tech-based companies to make use of their high-end security technologies. NEC Technologies India, in May 2019, created advanced security surveillance systems and implemented them across Gurugram, Delhi. The technology uses red-light violation detection system to record the number of people jumping the traffic lights. It even has a feature called automatic number plate recognition that will immensely help authorities book the traffic rule violators.

Reputed companies like A&H Software House Inc. (Luxriot), 3VR Security Inc. (Identiv Inc.), Intelligent Security Systems Inc. (ISS), Johnson Controls International Plc., Honeywell International Inc., Panasonic Corporation and Mindtree Limited are engaged in providing advanced and sophisticated VMS solutions to clients across the world.

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