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Study: College Students Want to Use Cell Phones as Credentials

November 8, 2011

Two-thirds of American college students are interested in using their cell phones in place of an ID card, according to new research by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (IR).

University’s Pilot Highlights Using Smartphones as Digital Keys

November 2, 2011

In an effort to showcase the benefits of near field communication (NFC) smartphones, Henry Brothers Electronics., a division of Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc. (Kratos|HBE), installed HID Global’s iCLASS SE readers during a pilot project at Arizona State University (ASU).

Inside Arizona State University's NFC Pilot Program

November 2, 2011

Here are the results of Arizona State University's pilot/trial of near field communications (NFC) technology on smart phones for access.

5 N.C. Districts Test Cameras to Catch Stop-arm Violators

October 10, 2011

With an eye on reducing the dangerous problem of illegal passing of school buses, five districts in North Carolina are testing cameras to catch violators in the act.

Report: 82% of Colleges Are Not Effectively Managing Access Control

September 15, 2011

Only 18 percent of public, private and two-year colleges and universities believe they are effectively managing their access control systems, according to a new report by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (IR).

N.Y. District Tests 'Eyelid' Cameras

September 14, 2011

Port Washington Schools is testing a technology by SituCon System, Inc. that consists of a software-controlled eyelid that covers cameras until danger strikes. School officials are equipped with a button which alerts first responders and opens the eyelids on the cameras when pressed.

Chicago Public Schools to Install Up to 80 Security Cameras

July 27, 2011

The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) plans to spend $7 million to install video surveillance equipment at more than a dozen of its schools.

ASIS Awards Elementary School $20K to Update Surveillance Systems

July 19, 2011

Now in its eighth year, the ASIS Int'l School Security Funding Competition awarded $20,000 to Palmetto Elementary School for security improvements.

Video Captures Thieves Stealing $19K in Computer Equipment from Fla. School

July 18, 2011

Police are searching for two men who stole more than $19,000 in computer equipment from St. Petersburg, Fla.-based Perkins Elementary School. The suspects stole a projector, two iMac desktop computers and 17 MacBook computers. Security cameras captured the incident.

Fire Alarm System Helps School District Pass Annual Inspections

June 29, 2011

When Spokane Public Schools (SPS) embarked on a district-wide renovation of its schools and facilities, a locally-based systems integrator was called on to provide an extensive upgrade to the fire/life-safety systems.

District Considers Installing $2M Security Camera System

June 15, 2011

The Halton Catholic District School Board is looking to install new video security systems at its eight high schools. The new technology has an estimated cost of $2 million.

Simplifying School Safety With Access Control

June 1, 2011

The trend toward unifying school physical security systems will increase safety while decreasing cost, maintenance, and training.

Albany State U. Monitors Facilities With Blackboard Transact

March 31, 2011

A longtime Blackboard customer, Albany State's Information and Instructional Technology department used the Blackboard Transaction SystemTM — Unix Edition to run the institution's day-to-day campus operations, helping collect student data, upload card funds, produce reports for third party vendors, monitor activity at facilities and events, and secure campus buildings.

Cisco Physical Security Helps Improve Campus Safety

February 28, 2011

Learn how Cisco solutions for integrated video surveillance, access control, and incident response can enhance safety and security on college and university campuses. Open standards allow integrators to design, build, and deploy a solution that meets a customer's needs.

Code Blue IP5000 Full Duplex Emergency Speakerphone

February 10, 2011

The IP5000 is an ADA-compliant full duplex emergency speakerphone by Holland, Mich.-based Code Blue.

Lucky Technology Provides Biometrics Option for Schools

January 27, 2011

Installers seeking an access control system to deploy in schools might consider a biometric solution as an option ...

How to Tap Into the Education Market

January 24, 2011

SSI recently spoke with Beverly Vigue, vice president of education markets for Ingersoll Rand (IR), a provider of access control, mass communication and other electronic security solutions. In the following interview, Vigue discusses the challenges and opportunities for systems integrators working this dynamic vertical market.

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Solution Addresses School’s Safety Needs

January 24, 2011

Moon Security Services equips a Washington high school with addressable fire alarm detection. During the extensive installation, the integrator overcame voltage challenges due to extreme distances, plus issues with synchronizing strobes and other devices. Included, an education market specialist tells how to cultivate that business.

New Jersey District Receives Grant for Security Cameras

January 5, 2011

The North Jersey Educational Insurance Fund awarded a $25,763 safety grant to Englewood school district. The grant will allow the district to purchase additional security cameras for its schools ...

Niscayah Conference to Tackle Emerging Technology in Campus Security

December 21, 2010

During its annual “Healthcare, Education and Corporate Campus Security Expo,” systems integrator Niscayah Inc. will educate attendees on the emerging technologies and best practices being deployed at health-care institutions, higher education facilities and corporate campuses around the nation ...

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