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Optimal security integration is a combination of art and science. Security integration requires the ability to conceive solutions that include various security systems and the knowledge to bring them all together. Going a step further, optimal security integration focuses on not only the ability to effectively combine the security systems, but also customize the solution to best satisfy the customer’s needs and requirements. There are not many companies that are experts at security integration and even fewer that understand and have the proficiency to offer optimal security integration.

Large organizations often desire to have a command and control center to provide them the ability to centrally administer security operations. The philosophy of command and control centers highlights right sizing resources and assets, efficiently responding to incidents of interest, and making decisions with as much accurate and valid information as possible. Protocols are typically established to standardize responses to various situations. Command and control centers also provide the opportunity to effectively apply lessons learned to continually streamline security procedures.

Emergencies can happen anywhere. The question is, “Are you properly prepared if emergencies arise?” Like anything requiring a response, emergencies will likely be handled properly if there is a plan in place that the respondents know and will likely be mishandled if each respondent is responsible for deriving a solution on the fly. Emergency action plans provide step by step instruction for anticipated emergencies and general instruction for unique or unforeseen emergency situations. Emergency action plans should be created by people who have been properly trained to handle these types of situations so that the instruction is accurate, concise, and legitimate. Once an emergency action plan is developed, designated personnel simply need to ensure that recurring training is offered and that the plan is updated periodically as changes occur with the facility, personnel, or perceived risks and threats.

Organizations of all kinds can benefit from automated asset tracking systems. All companies find themselves at one time or another facing the challenge of not knowing the locations of their assets. Most companies struggle to maintain an accurate annual inventory and don’t even consider having the ability to track assets in real time. Advanced technologies are available that enable owners to accurately track assets to give them the business intelligence they need to effectively manage operations that rely on logistical support. Automated asset tracking systems are more reliable and efficient than manual inventories and require much less time to keep the related databases current as assets move and quantities change.

The world of technical security can be extremely complex and difficult to understand.  There are constantly new technical options made available to the market and it can be overwhelming to review all the possibilities and know which ones you can trust.  Some technologies quickly come and go and others become viable to incorporate into security solutions.  The good news is that security can be made easy when relying on the proper sources of information and advice.

Motion detectors with respect to alarm systems refer to devices that are designed to identify when an individual enters a secure space. Motion detectors or motion sensors have many looks and work using different technologies. Understanding how each type of motion detector works is critical in order to deploy them properly and to maximize the chances of catching an intruder.

Intrusion detection systems, also called alarm systems, are a tremendous technical security asset. Like most technical security systems, intrusion detection systems are designed to either function as standalone systems or as part of a comprehensive security solution consisting of several security systems. Intrusion detection systems are a basic component of most security designs and provide many key attributes to a security solution.

Access Control Systems have revolutionized the way organizations control entry to designated areas of a facility. Many problems exist when relying on traditional keys and similar devices since they can easily be copied or sometimes stolen for long periods of time prior to the owner realizing they are gone. Access control systems provide many advantages and benefits that are not available through other authentication methods including history logs, scheduled access times and dates of secure areas, ability to add or delete users in real time, and many other useful tools. In every secure facility or secure area in a facility, access control systems enhance the security posture.

Securing security equipment is a concept that is seldom discussed, yet has significant impact on the quality of a security design. Most people discuss the importance of securing entry/exit points, critical assets, and other areas of interest, but seldom provide details of how the actual security equipment will be protected from those not authorized to access it.

Image quality as it relates to video security and surveillance systems can mean the difference between clean, crisp video images and fuzzy unrecognizable video feeds coming from your security solutions. That's why this week I'd like to spend a few minutes focusing on bringing more clarity to the key concept of video image quality.