ONVIF accomplished another milestone this week with the release of the first add-on, a new type of offering that extends ONVIF conformance to product features that address a specific use case or end user need. The TLS Configuration Add-on provides a standardized way to configure Transport Layer Security encryption, enabling a conformant video management system…
Security technology professionals are well acquainted with the challenge of seamlessly integrating newer security products and services into their existing network of security technology. Retail businesses often need higher resolution or other specialty camera technology for specific applications, while multi-location organizations at times need to deploy new access control card reader technology without completely overhauling…
As we look forward to 2024, there is little doubt some of the technologies that shaped the security industry in 2023 will continue to heavily influence the market in the year to come. The use of metadata, cloud computing and cyber security were all past subjects of our blog this year. Following are a recap…
The role of the systems integrator in the successful design and installation of security systems can certainly be described as complex. Integrators are responsible for assembling an intricate network of security devices and software that need to communicate seamlessly with each other, all within the confines of the customer’s technology requirements and budget. The reality…
Interoperability has long been an important focus of the security industry. End users, integrators, and manufacturers alike recognize the value of security technology that can talk with products from different vendors. They also recognize the importance of security technology that can effectively use different feature sets from these technology sources. Until the introduction of profiles…
