Guest Blog, Albie Attias: 5 tips on executing an effective email security strategy
Organisations’ email networks are vulnerable to cyber-attacks; whether from traditional spam emails – in which users may be inclined to download Malware-ridden attachments – to Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), which can block email access by bombarding the servers with messages. All organisations, no matter how small, should implement an email security strategy to minimise […]
Industry Spotlight, AMI Group Ltd: Reducing the theft of company assets
The theft of assets can adversely affect a company’s bottom line. Taking commercial vehicle fleets as an example, vehicle theft is often a burden on fleet managers and the police have recently warned commercial fleet operators of an increase in keyless vehicle theft specifically affecting vans. Popular models such as Ford Transits and Mercedes-Benz Sprinters […]
Forum News: 5 successful negotiation tips to implement at industry events…
Making the most of any time spent out of the office, and ensuring the meetings you partake in are as effective as possible, involves the expert ability of negotiation, which can make the difference between triumph and disappointment with what you set out to achieve. Look, Listen & Learn: If you talk too much, you […]
Arecont Vision® unveils SurroundVideo® Omni Mini megapixel camera…
The leading industry provider of IP-based megapixel camera technology, Arecont Vision® has launched its new ‘SurroundVideo®’ Omni Mini dual sensor megapixel camera, which claims to feature twin megapixel camera sensors that are individually ‘mounted’ in the Arecont Vision-designed 3-axis gimbals for increased adjustability. The SurroundVideo® Omni Mini also features remote focus for fast installation, and is suitable as both a day and night camera for applications with variable lighting conditions. […]
Kaspersky Lab: Brit residents ‘top targets’ of ransomware attacks…
New data released by security software company, Kaspersky Lab, claims that British residents are constantly being targeted in a wave of ransomware attacks. The research suggests that mobile ransomware is becoming more commonplace, and reveals that the company put a stop to 136,532 ransomware attacks between March 2015 and March 2016; an almost four-fold increase […]
Work-fixated Brits continually placing corporate data at risk…
OneLogin, a leader in cloud-based Identity & Access Management (IAM) has revealed that work-obsessed UK employees are consistently placing corporate data at risk due to an increase in individuals accessing work records during out-of-office hours. Although three-quarters of employees currently have security software set up on their work devices – which could potentially be down to an organisation’s security policy – OneLogin […]
Guest Blog, Jason McComiskey: 3 innovations that are changing the future of home security
Jason McComiskey works for home security specialists Evander, and in this article he explores how improved technology and communication are changing the landscape of the home security market. As technology continues to change the world around us, new and innovative developments are continuously enhancing our lives for the better. Communication is easier than it’s ever […]
Industry Spotlight: Business as usual for UK police and security firms?
As a nation, we are still coming to terms with the shocking decision made by the public to leave the EU and, already, police are launching investigations into post-referendum racism acts across the country. Despite these ignorant acts, senior UK police chiefs have declared its strategy to carry on as normal, even with numerous warnings that the Brexit vote will potentially increase the chances […]
Forum News: The hidden costs of exhibiting at trade shows…
Without the knowledge of other costs involved, the £2000 stand you’ve just booked at your industry trade show looks like a really inexpensive way of generating new business. But is it really justifiable? Assuming you have just bought a stand and shell scheme, you will still need to consider the following costs: Show services such […]
Maxxess launches new security and mobile workforce solutions…
Visitors and industry professionals in attendance at the annual IFSEC International Show on June 21-23 were the first to view the new workforce security solutions from the US-based security management company, Maxxess. The first is ambitPulse, a private managed messaging and analytics tool designed to improve employee engagement via dynamic two-way communications to track how colleagues feel […]
