Security Industry Insights, News, and Trends
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Protecting personnel and assets are important for every business, so securing your facility is more important than ever. With the wide range of security solutions available, choosing the right system can seem overwhelming. LINSTAR offers a variety of top-notch security solutions tailored to different business needs. This guide will walk…
View moreA weapon detection system can provide an important layer of protection for businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, government buildings, and other organizations where people gather. But where you install the system matters. The goal is to identify potential threats as people enter a facility while maintaining an efficient flow of people…
View moreOpening a new business location is an opportunity to build security into the facility from the beginning rather than trying to fix gaps after employees, visitors, and operations are already in place. Whether you are opening an office, school, healthcare facility, warehouse, retail location, or other commercial space, security planning…
View moreEmployee ID badges do more than identify employees—they can also support workplace security, access control, and employee safety. A well-designed badge provides enough information to quickly identify the person wearing it while avoiding unnecessary personal details. When creating an employee badging program, businesses should consider what information is useful for…
View moreManaging visitors effectively is an important part of maintaining a secure and welcoming environment. Whether you operate an office, school, healthcare facility, government building, or commercial property, a visitor management system helps organizations track guests, improve security, and create a more efficient check-in process. Traditional visitor sign-in sheets and manual…
View moreCounterfeit employee ID badges are more than a branding issue—they are a direct security risk. When unauthorized individuals can replicate credentials, they may gain access to restricted areas, sensitive data, or secure facilities. As organizations increasingly rely on ID badges for identification and access control, preventing badge fraud has become…
View moreModern security systems are becoming more intelligent, connected, and data-driven. Two technologies often discussed in this evolution are Access Control Systems and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS). While they are sometimes grouped together, they serve very different purposes in a security and operations environment. Understanding the difference between RTLS and access…
View moreUpgrading office security often sounds like a complicated and expensive project—especially when it involves replacing traditional door locks. Many organizations assume they’ll need to deal with wiring, major renovations, and costly access control systems just to improve security. The reality is much simpler. Modern electronic locking solutions, such as Proxess,…
View moreIn today’s security landscape—where organizations must protect both physical spaces and digital systems—understanding the fundamentals of identity is more important than ever. Three core concepts form the backbone of modern security strategies: identification, authentication, and authorization. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they each play a distinct role in…
View moreModern access control systems help organizations protect their facilities while giving employees convenient and secure ways to enter buildings, offices, and restricted areas. Two of the most common credential types used in access control systems are key fobs and keycards. Both options offer reliable access management, but each has advantages…
View moreAccess cards are a core component of modern security systems, but not all cards are built the same. One important distinction organizations often encounter when choosing credentials is whether to use single technology cards or multi-technology cards. Understanding how these cards work—and when to use each—can help ensure your access…
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