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Acre sticks with hybrid approach to access control
March 19, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
PLANO, Texas—After speculation about the future of Acre Security’s on-premise versus cloud-native access control, its chief technology officer is “setting the record straight”: Its on-premise platform is not going anywhere.
“Over the last few months, we’ve heard the rumors that we are sunsetting our core on-premise brands in favor of our cloud-native acre Access Control (aAC) solution,” said Darren Learmonth. “Let’s be clear - this...
Tech-Ops taps AMYNA Systems for ‘fundamental shift’ in communication
March 19, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—Technical Operations has a new strategic partnership with AMYNA Systems to efficiently secure its networked audio-visual devices.
The company turned to AMYNA Systems, which develops operational technology network security solutions, to provide what he terms a “fundamental shift” in how devices communicate on its network.
“In our conference room, we have a test layout for (AMYNA Systems),” said Achille Raspantini, CEO and founder of Tech-Ops....
Rhombus launches Relay
March 18, 2025SSN Staff
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Rhombus has announced the launch of Rhombus Relay, a new suite of solutions that enable organizations to transform existing camera infrastructure into intelligent, cloud-connected devices.
Rhombus Relay establishes a bridge between legacy systems and modern cloud-based physical security, allowing businesses to innovate on their own terms according to the company.
“Adopting new technology for security should be effortless, without compromising safety,”...
Building Intelligence strengthens executive team to spearhead growth
March 17, 2025SSN Staff
NEW YORK—Building Intelligence, a provider of solutions that securely streamline vendor, vehicle, and visitor access, has announced a leadership transition to support its next phase of growth.
Founder Jeffrey Friedman will assume the role of chief evangelist, focusing on business development, innovation, and strategic partnerships. Marc Rubner has been appointed CEO and will lead the company's strategic growth, driving market-defining innovation, financial performance, and expansion.
The...
Alcea revealing infrastructure solutions at ISC West
March 13, 2025SSN Staff
PLANO, Texas — ALCEA has promised a new cutting-edge solution designed to protect critical infrastructure when ISC West convenes March 31-April 4 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
“The evolving landscape of threats to critical infrastructure, especially to the power grid here in the United States, underscores the importance of employing robust security solutions and complying with NERC CIP standards. These standards provide a structured framework to safeguard the Bulk Electric System...
ADRM’s Dan O’Neill and Matt Isgur: DEFENDER platform offers ‘simplification and transparency’
March 9, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Risk management solutions provider Advanced Data Risk Management (ADRM) recently launched its DEFENDER managed services platform with the intent of improving, overseeing, and maintaining the reliability of clients’ security systems.
In its announcement of the DEFENDER launch, the company noted that the platform “ensures the seamless operation of integrated electronic security systems, including video management, access control, intrusion detection, key control,...
New ICT CEO gets ‘engine going’
March 5, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
CENTENNIAL, Colo.—New Integrated Control Technology (ICT) CEO Andy Bane loves to create “a-ha” moments for customers, something he hopes to accomplish with key investments.
“We're making heavy investments in R&D and products to strengthen the core hardware and software platform to deliver more integrated value and meet those evolving needs that customers have,” he explained. “I think that's how we're going to get the engine going - through...
Allegion rides favorable Americas, ‘active pipeline’ into 2025
March 5, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
DUBLIN — Allegion’s fourth quarter results exceeded expectations thanks to a favorable bump in revenue for the Americas and strategic partnerships and acquisitions bolstering its non-residential business.
Allegion’s revenues in the Americas saw a 6.4% increase in Q4 (4.6% organic).
“Allegion delivered a record year in 2024 – a year marked by consistent, strong execution, solid margin expansion and balanced capital deployment,” said President...
Safetrust secures strategic investment from dormakaba
February 24, 2025SSN Staff
FREMONT, Calif. — Secure identity solutions provider Safetrust announced that it has received a strategic investment from dormakaba, a global access solutions provider.
Safetrust said that it continues to outpace security industry growth by supporting some of the world’s largest organizations, and with that collaboration expands the market reach of its access and identity solutions while accelerating progress in post-quantum-ready (PQR) security.
The company notes that it transforms...
Johnson Controls shows ‘great momentum and a clear focus’ in Q1, Oliver says
February 12, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
CORK, Ireland—With a leadership change on the horizon, Johnson Controls International (JCI) reported strong numbers in fiscal Q1 2025, which certainly pleased outgoing Chairman and CEO George Oliver.
Sales in the quarter of $5.4 billion increased 4% over the prior year on an as reported basis and 10% organically. Q1 Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) earnings per share (EPS) were $0.55, with an adjusted EPS of $0.64.
"Johnson Controls is starting...