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ASIAL Membership – Your Mark of Distinction
For a limited time, new Corporate, Provisional or Associate membership applications received by 31 May 2022 will receive a $100 discount off the member application fee. PLUS, once your ASIAL Membership has been approved, you will automatically receive access to a wide range of member resources FREE of charge, including a copy of the full Security […]
New online safety laws come into force
“The Online Safety Act has now come into force and makes Australia’s existing laws for online safety more expansive and much stronger,” said eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant. “These new laws cement eSafety’s role as a world leader in online safety. They place Australia at the international forefront in the fight against online abuse and […]
Focus on Cyber Security
Over the last decade, the evolution from standalone analogue security systems to IP networked systems has given rise to an increasing focus on cyber security. As we move towards a true Internet of Things (IoT), every system, device and piece of hardware or software represents a potential point of vulnerability. Meet Jo, an expert with […]
Meet the Smallest Avigilon Camera for the Most Challenging Spaces
The Avigilon H5A Modular camera is designed for areas with limited space or require a discreet and unobtrusive monitoring solution, such as ATMs, police interview rooms, retail checkout counters, building entrances or casino gaming tables. The camera’s flexible imager modules can easily be positioned in different orientations to help capture the most optimal view of […]
Focus on Security Monitoring
Technology is evolving at a rate that is unprecedented in human history. Not too long ago, the kind of major advances that might change the course of the entire security industry, changes such as CCTV or IP networks, digital video, biometrics and so on, would occur at best, once a decade. Then it became every […]
Victorian Government Review of Private Security Industry Released
Following the Victorian Government’s commitment to review the Private Security Industry in 2018, a final report has been released. The report includes 21 recommendations for change, with a view to raise industry standards, improve safety of employees and the community and ensure workers are paid properly and employed under fair terms and conditions. The Review […]
It’s Time to Reimagine What Integrated Technology Can Do for Your Energy Facility
Modern energy facilities are dynamic environments and whilst it’s critical to plan things down to the finest detail they are exposed to the unexpected. From security breaches to escalating customer interactions and field worker injuries, how quickly your teams are alerted and can action a response determines the severity of impact it will have. On […]
Top 5 Reasons Not To Miss Security Virtual
In a year (or two) like no other, it has never been a more important time for security professionals to reunite and get back to business. While we may have to wait a little longer to connect face-to-face again, this year’s Security Exhibition & Conference, transformed into a fully interactive virtual event, promises to keep […]
Boon Edam delivers entrance security solution for Dexus Gateway building
Gateway is Australia’s first office tower to use fully integrated touchless fingerprint scanning to allow authorised office workers and guests into the building. The building’s new entrance involves a complex integration of security and technology experts, including Boon Edam, Schindler Lifts, Honeywell and IDEMIA. The solution had to work seamlessly to enhance the user experience […]
Batteries: The Elephant in the Room on Non-Wired Digital Access Control Networks
As the need for electronic access control is increasing in the world of security, a topic that is becoming more obvious when evaluating wireless access control locks, either as the main product of use or when integrated into a hard-wired security ecosystem, is the one of batteries. “How long do the batteries last? How is […]
