Expert insights on physical security, electronic systems, industry trends, and best practices.
A worldwide leader in facial recognition, Stone Lock Global, has announced product integration with C*Cure 9000. This creates a convenient and secure way for users to enter a protected building in just a few seconds. The new device uses over 2,000 points of reflectivity on someone’s face in less than a second to grant them … Continued
Read MoreFST Biometrics is quickly becoming the leader in credential-free access control solutions in the security industry. While not all agree with the technology and what it means for our future, it is impressive nonetheless. Check out FST’s website and their YouTube video for the latest innovations.
Read MoreMembers of our NextGen team spent a few days at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel attending the 2016 Power Grid Resilience Conference, March 21st-23rd. The conference focused on the reliability of the U.S. electric power grid and the innovative technology surrounding it. Check out our one-of-a-kind booth and set-up, complete with technology from numerous vendors. … Continued
Read MoreIn a world where everyone is going “wireless,” just how effective is wireless access control? Check out this article from SDM Mag about the pros and cons of this technology.
Read MoreThe FERC has announced that the new implementation date for CIP version 5 Reliability Standards will be July 1, 2016 instead of April 1, 2016 as was originally announced. This will allow entities more time to prepare their Medium and High impact facilities for the changes. For the full story, click here.
Read MoreIn July 2015, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (“NERC”) proposed changes to seven CIP standards. These changes were officially approved on January 21, 2016. The Commission stated the changes are “designed to mitigate cybersecurity risks to bulk electric system facilities, systems, and equipment, which, if destroyed, degraded, or otherwise rendered unavailable as a result of a … Continued
Read MoreHere at NextGen, we pride ourselves on partnering with the best companies from around the world to bring our customers quality service and products. VideoTec, a provider of video security products, was recently honored by the Onvif Steering Committee for their commitment to helping our industry grow. Congratulations VideoTec! For more information, please click here. … Continued
Read More
