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Integration in Security is the first episode in our new series, Norbain Tech Talk. Watch as Buzz Coates, Product Manager at Norbain, talk about the benefits of integration and explain how installers can position themselves to a trusted security expert to customers.

It’s a given – smart technology is transforming the way we live and work. There are few areas of daily life that haven’t been impacted by smart mobile devices; be those phones, tablets, watches or other; and the realm of Access Control is no different. Whilst it’s still early days for so-called ‘Smart Credentials’ technology adoption within access control solutions, its popularity is on the increase and with good reason.

Why is it so important to use a Graphics Card specifically designed for video applications in your security solution? Let Buzz explain in this episode of Pocket-size Buzz.

Norbain SD have recently interviewed Linn Storang from Axis. Where we spoke about artificial intelligence and cyber security.

By using smart devices as part of your Access Control solution, you can create operational efficiencies - reducing costs and enhancing your security.

Discover a range of benefits and applications for thermal imaging cameras in this week's Pocket-size Buzz episode sponsored by Hanwha Techwin!

According to Omdia, body-worn video in non-law enforcement applications is set to be one of the top trends in physical security in 2021. How has this come about? We know from evidence to date that law enforcement bodies have had mixed results when using this technology. Some studies have shown that the use of Bodyworn Cameras by Police Forces has encouraged improvements in behaviour when the camera is on, both by members of the public and police officers alike. And in the UK, this technology has been heavily invested in by the majority of police forces, with the Metropolitan Police going so far as to issue a Bodyworn Camera to all frontline officers. But the technology also runs the risk of provoking negative reactions when used for law enforcement.

This week's Pocket-size Buzz is sponsored by Axis Communications. Watch Buzz as he explains how body-worn cameras can act as an effective means of deterring bad behaviour and provide you with securely captured visual & audio evidence in the event of an incident.

I’ve just finished my interview with Robin Hughes, Co-Founder at Secure Logiq and have come off the video call quite inspired. Robin and the team at Secure Logiq have had the most fantastic year, despite COVID; in fact, the restrictions due to COVID and the pandemic have done much to drive interest and, therefore, continued growth, for this specialist UK manufacturer. Secure Logiq will celebrate their 10th birthday in September 2021 and are in the midst of step changes in personnel to support the continuing increase in demand for their services. Norbain signed them up as a vendor back in Autumn 2020, recognising the advantage of bringing into our portfolio a vendor who offers servers specifically designed for HD Surveillance. So, what are the reasons behind this success story, apart from Secure Logiq being run by enthusiast experts who strive to be the best at what they do.

Introducing the topic of Integration or ‘Interoperability’ within the security industry, something that’s increasingly important as our end-user customers look to maximise ROI and view operations at the touch of a button.

Integration or Interoperability, whichever you wish to call it, is a much-talked-about topic in the Security Sector. It is becoming more and more critical, as we move towards greater acceptance of Cloud-enabled and remote management solutions. End-user customers are looking for what can really improve their return on investment. There is also the ever-present threat of cybercrime and, to solve this, collaboration across manufacturers is key and must eventually become the new normal. It could be that cybercrime tips the balance for the industry as a whole because major efforts are underway to make widespread interoperability across cybersecurity a reality.  And with regards to integration across security solutions, whenever we add something to an existing security system, it’s important to ensure the amendment doesn’t ‘open the back door’ and increase cyber threats unnecessarily.

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) was created 53 years ago to support and represent those operating in the private security sector. We thought it was time to find out what their current priorities are by catching up with Mike Reddington, Chief Executive Officer. Here’s an overview of our discussion, including background to the BSIA and the agenda for 2021 & beyond for Mike and his award-winning team.