How to Standardize Access Control Across Multiple Properties Without Losing Your Mind
The Problem: Managing Access Gets Harder As You Grow Managing access control for one building is one thing. Managing it for five, ten, or more? That’s a different beast. As portfolios expand, so do the headaches—disconnected systems, inconsistent policies, and ...
From Break Room Doors to Server Closets: The Most Overlooked Access Points in City Buildings
When it comes to physical security in government buildings, most municipalities focus on front entrances, public lobbies, and restricted office zones. These are the areas that get the cameras, keycard readers, and security signage. But the truth is, many serious ...
The Principal’s Guide to School Security Tech (Without the Tech Talk)
Running a school means wearing a lot of hats. You are an educator, manager, community leader, and sometimes even a crisis coordinator. With so many responsibilities, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the growing number of security technologies being introduced ...
Blended Spaces, Bigger Risks: How to Secure Mixed-Use Transportation Depots
In 2025, transportation facilities are no longer just warehouses or terminals—they’re evolving into mixed-use environments where logistics operations, corporate offices, and even public amenities often share the same property. While this model improves efficiency and space utilization, it also introduces ...
AI Surveillance Meets HIPAA: Keeping Privacy at the Core of Innovation
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world of hospital security. From detecting unusual movement to automating incident alerts, AI-powered surveillance systems are helping healthcare facilities monitor more efficiently and respond faster. But while the technology is advancing, one question ...
How Real-Time Air Quality Sensors Integrate with Access Control in Manufacturing Facilities
In manufacturing environments where chemicals, fumes, or dust are part of daily operations, air quality isn’t just an EHS issue—it’s a security one. Many facilities rely on standalone sensors to monitor CO2, VOCs, or gas levels. Others rely on access ...
What Happens When the Power Goes Out? How Cloud-Based Security Handles Downtime in Multifamily Buildings
When the Lights Go Out, Does Your Security Go With It? Picture this: A storm knocks out power to your building. It’s 7:00 p.m. Residents are arriving home from work. A delivery driver is at the gate. One tenant is ...
From Cameras to Crime Deterrence: Designing Surveillance That Sends a Message
When it comes to municipal security, cameras shouldn’t just watch—they should work. Too often, cities install surveillance systems that silently record footage no one ever sees. But smart municipalities understand: the right surveillance setup doesn’t just collect video—it actively discourages ...
The Security Tech Your Insurance Provider Wishes You Had
If you’ve ever renewed your school’s insurance policy and felt a twinge of sticker shock, you’re not alone. Premiums are rising across the board for K–12 campuses, and insurance providers are taking a hard look at risk exposure—especially when it ...
Beyond Intrusion: How AI Surveillance Helps Improve Safety and Operations in Transit Hubs
When most people hear “video surveillance,” they think of footage stored for after-the-fact review—or maybe an alert triggered by motion at 2 a.m. But in 2025, modern transit hubs need more than motion detection and old-school CCTV. They need real-time ...
