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Pro-Watch upgraded for increased
productivity and reduced costs
Through a series of enhanced updates, Pro-Watch 4.3.5 offers
increased productivity opportunities for businesses. Now with support
for both iOS and Android, the mobile application improves operator efficiency by allowing
facility managers to control badging, badging verification and manage door controls via
smart phones and devices at any time and from any location. The Identity Management web portal – an open platform that
allows badge holders to request access changes and routes the request to assigned approvers with full auditing and status
capabilities – is now available across all verticals, increasing efficiency by reducing operator workload. Pro-Watch 4.3.5 uses an
encrypted open standard communications protocol – Security Industry Association’s (SIA) OSDP – in its reader
communications. Lastly, Pro-Watch 4.3.5 integrates with third-party solutions, including CASI/iSTAR controller replacements,
biometric readers and mobile credentials. These integrations offer a cost-effective solution for implementing a comprehensive
security solution, while driving productivity gains.
Pro-Watch 4.3.5 is ideally suited for enterprise and critical infrastructure environments across a
wide variety of markets, and serves as the center of a connected ecosystem that integrates
Honeywell and third-party solutions to provide a comprehensive connected building platform.
For more visit: hwll.co/pro-watch
Axis outlines commitment for
sustainable values
A white paper from Axis challenges the need for a new way of
looking at business value over time, and what intangible assets
that needs to be examined and included when building long term partnership. It
outlines a couple of areas where sustainability has a direct impact on today’s way
of doing business, but also how the approach of circular economy will impact the
way we do business. The paper also touches upon the subject of building the right
sustainability strategy and more importantly, how it can be delivered throughout
not only an organisation, but rather the whole supply chain involved in today’s complex business models.
"We have laid out an overview of how we strive to achieve our goals in this area, and the ways in which we believe all
companies should behave if we’re to move towards fairer and more sustainable models of doing business. That is why we work
hard to ensure our business is sustainable and transparent, adheres to the most stringent guidelines
and values our people, our culture and our planet." Atul Rajput, Regional Director Axis Northern
Europe Visit: www.axis-communications.com/sustainability-wp
Vanderbilt Discussions:
We need to talk about IoT security
IoT technology is accelerating at such a pace that it can
potentially create detrimental problems for which many
organizations may be ill-prepared – or may not even be able to comprehend.
Several flags have been raised already when it comes to the connectivity of IoT
technology, and the debate still centers around who is responsible for the
security of these kinds of devices.
When the internet first originated in the mid-90s, it was a utility only accessible through computers and dial tones. Now its
reach is far and wide, and IoT technology includes everything from wearable devices that are equipped with sensors that collect
biometric data, to smart home systems enabling users to control their lights and thermostats.
These devices typically come with built-in electronics, software, and sensors, and are also assigned unique IP addresses. This
allows them to communicate and exchange data with other machines. This design is built around
convenience. But how much attention should be centered on security when designing these
devices?
For more visit: vanderbiltindustries.com
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