2025 Year in Review

Connect ONE

Connects School System Data Under One Platform

The Connect ONE ERP unifies multiple school systems into one interface without separate site log-ins. Integrators can offer 911 and dispatch centers viewing and access control of schools to assist responders during critical threats. The cloud platform ERP provides a separate agency login with specific designated permissions for first responders, who can only see customer site locations shared by the security dealer. Image courtesy of Connect ONE

Find out more at www.simplifywithconnectone.com

Genetec

Integrates Audio Communication to an Existing Platform

Genetec announced the addition of cloud-native audio communications capabilities to Security Center SaaS. Whether handling day-to-day operations or coordinating an emergency response, security teams in sectors such as education, retail, and healthcare, can now use real-time audio, access control, and video to make faster, more informed decisions. With communications built directly into Security Center SaaS, operators interact with individuals at entry points, verify identities with live video, and take immediate action without having to switch tools or interfaces. Image courtesy of Genetec

Find out more at www.genetec.com

Johnson Controls

Manages a Variety of Security Controls

Johnson Controls launched the new Simplex 4017ES Fire Alarm Control Unit to help customers meet evolving life safety voice regulations. Available in addressable and conventional versions, the 4017ES is a compact control unit that offers three communication options — fire, alarm and non-alarm — for added clarity during emergency situations and public addresses in small to mid-size buildings. Additionally, the system supports specific addressable speakers and speaker-strobes as well as multi-tone appliances to deliver low-frequency 520 Hz alarms. Image courtesy of Johnson Controls

Find out more at www.johnsoncontrols.com

Oncam

Connects AI-powered Cameras with IoT Devices

Oncam today announced an end-to-end, direct-to-cloud video platform designed to simplify deployment, empower integrators, and redefine enterprise surveillance. The announcement signals a new era for the company as it expands its long-standing expertise in intelligent imaging into a connected, cloud-first ecosystem. The platform brings together AI-enabled cameras, intelligent IoT devices, and cloud-integrated video management software to deliver smarter performance with less complexity. Image courtesy of Oncam

Find out more at oncam.net

Suprema

Prevents Voice Phishing and AI Fraud

Q-Vision Pro is a financial crime prevention solution designed as a standalone AI video analytics module to prevent financial crimes such as voice phishing and ATM fraud. Powered by on-device AI architecture, the solution runs Suprema’s proprietary AI-based facial authentication and object detection algorithms directly at the edge, delivering optimized performance in embedded system environments. At ATMs and other critical sites, Q-Vision Pro detects dangerous objects such as guns and knives in real time, analyzes abnormal behaviors such as suspicious phone activity, and identifies multiple faces, mask use, and facial spoofing attempts, enabling rapid and proactive incident response. Image courtesy of Suprema

Find out more at www.supremainc.com/en/main.asp

VIVOTEK

Search Video Surveillance Data Using AI

Think Search merges AI, cloud, and advanced imaging processing so users can turn passive video surveillance expenses into data and business insights, helping to boost their bottom line. Video footage, through VIVOTEK AI, can provide insights without the need to preconfigure each video source. Within seconds, users can instantly locate people, vehicles, or events using simple natural language queries. Instead of manually scrubbing hours of footage or relying on rigid filters, users can type phrases, such as “a man in red jacket entering after midnight” or “white SUV near loading dock” and receive instant, accurate results. Image courtesy of VIVOTEK

Find out more at www.vivotek.com