Bosch Brings Visual Intelligence to a New Level with Smart Solutions for Industries and Building Security at ISC West

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At ISC West 2024, April 10-12, in booth 11053, Bosch will showcase solutions using visual and audio intelligence to enhance security, safety, and operations across industries, including energy and utilities, education, smart cities, and more. Edge-based application-specific analytics accurately detect, classify, and count objects, enabling the latest video cameras from Bosch to act as sensors, serving as the foundation for solutions that help secure perimeters, elevate safety for building occupants, and capture data for decision-making. With ongoing investments in AI resulting in an expanded suite of Intelligent Video Analytics Pro (IVA Pro) offerings, Bosch continues to increase the capabilities of its cameras to bring greater value for users.

For securing buildings, Bosch is adding to its video systems portfolio with new intelligent cameras and will launch the Commercial Series (Gen2) motion detectors that provide even better catch performance and false alarm immunity.

Enhance detection capabilities for improved critical site security and safety

Booth visitors will see solutions for detecting and deterring perimeter breaches at energy and utility sites. Bosch cameras with Intelligent Video Analytics Pro (IVA Pro) Perimeter provide long-range, accurate detection of people or objects, including intruders who crawl or hide in tall grass. Once detected, the analytics triggers a Bosch Mic moving camera to pan, tilt, and zoom to the object’s location and track its movements with IVA Pro Intelligent Tracking. Simultaneously, the detection turns on the camera’s white light illuminator and triggers an IP horn loudspeaker to play a message, informing the intruder that they are under surveillance. This automated solution helps to deter damage or theft.

Capture data to enhance safety and efficiency in smart cities

Artificial intelligence (AI) is improving safety in cities, enabling cameras to extend beyond monitoring to serve as sensors that help keep vehicle and pedestrian traffic flowing efficiently with automated incident detection and alerts. By streaming metadata, these intelligent sensors equip planners and engineers with information to make data-driven decisions that enhance safety. The new IQsight Data Fusion cloud-based service transforms unstructured raw video metadata into organized data for users to generate visual insights that support decision-making. Empowering them to harness the power of video data, it offers interactive dashboards with actionable information, options for exporting data in common formats, and direct API access for easy integration with common visualization tools for more advanced analysis. A versatile solution for smart cities and other industries – such as education and energy and utilities – it eliminates the need for costly data architects or added hardware for analysis.

For more data capture capabilities, Bosch will preview IVA Pro License Plate and IVA Pro Make Model, which adds license plate and vehicle make and model details to the metadata stream. IVA Pro License Plate provides plate recognition in low-speed vehicle access control and toll booth applications or in medium-speed environments, such as city surveillance and free-flowing traffic monitoring.

Pair video and audio AI for gun detection on school grounds

The Gun Detection System from Bosch is the first to pair video and audio AI for a multi-layered approach designed to detect guns at schools. When a person brandishing a gun approaches a school entrance, two Flexidome 5100i cameras with IVA Pro Visual Gun Detection are designed to promptly alert personnel. If a gun is not visually detected, the second layer – a Flexidome panoramic 5100i camera with Intelligent Audio Analytics – is designed to detect and classify gunshots while accurately estimating the direction from which they originate. The near-invisible camera-based system improves safety while offering a frictionless flow and welcoming atmosphere to promote learning.

Manage video events with on-premise or cloud-based offerings

Customers have the flexibility to manage analytic alarms and view associated video in the way that best fits their needs with on-premise and cloud-based solution options. The Bosch Video Management System (BVMS) offers the highest level of incident management capabilities and maximum resilience to deliver continuous live and playback of video for critical installations, such as for government sites and other high-security buildings. The new VideoView+ service provides instant event notifications to help users respond to alarms quickly. It is a lightweight and cost-effective cloud service for remote video surveillance that reduces hardware costs and infrastructure requirements for businesses with multiple sites. Bosch analytics also integrate seamlessly with solutions from industry partners, such as those from Milestone Systems and Genetec.

Secure building interiors and exteriors

AI-driven video systems and solutions can transform buildings into smart, efficient, and safe environments. The latest cameras from Bosch come with AI built-in and are suited for commercial to high-security buildings.

At ISC West, visitors will see the Flexidome micro 3100i dome camera with a discreet and compact design and the Dinion 3100i IR bullet camera, ideal for outdoor applications requiring a compact yet noticeable deterrent. The Dinion 5100i IR bullet camera ensures outdoor detection day and night with high image quality in low light and long-range infrared illumination. The Flexidome corner 7100i IR camera supports monitoring in enclosed spaces with a wide field of view without blind spots, excellent image quality in low light with invisible IR, and privacy masking for sensitive areas. Each camera comes pre-installed with IVA Pro Buildings that provides advanced intrusion detection in and around buildings.

Bosch will highlight how its cameras provide complete building security in outdoor and indoor areas, including entrances and lobbies, hallways and staircases, elevators, and more. An interactive booth demonstration will showcase how combining access control with Bosch cameras featuring IVA Pro Buildings helps to detect tailgating at entrances to high-security buildings or areas.

Making products smarter

To further enhance building security, the new Commercial Series (Gen2) motion detectors incorporate MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) sensors to deliver even better catch performance and false-alarm immunity. With the MEMS sensors, the Commercial Series (Gen2) understand their orientation and will provide a visual indication to alert the installer if a detector has been mounted upside down. The MEMS sensors also make it easier to identify tampering at the place of installation, such as if a person attempts to pull the detector off the wall or remove its brackets and swivel joints. These TriTech detectors offer a detection range of up to 15 meters and are suited for use inside commercial premises with a moderate to high security risk, such as office and factory buildings, banks, and retail stores.

Enhanced user interface

Fast, accurate, reliable response to emergency events is essential for building security. The CONETTIX B6800-SR Software Central Station Receiver is a software based IP receiving platform that features Bosch CONETTIX IP communication technology to receive alarm messages, process the data quickly,  and securely pass the information to the monitoring automation software. Operating on commercial off-the-shelf Windows software, B6800-SR is simple to install, use, and maintain. Now with an enhanced browser-based user interface,  there is no special software to install on the operators’ workstations.

Innovative intrusion technology

Special for ISC West 2024, the Bosch booth will also feature a new exhibit displaying intrusion product and software throughout the years. It will show product highlights from the past, current technology advancements in control panels, keypads, and sensors, and innovations in software that will enhance the customer experience and bring new value to building security through intrusion technology.

For more details on these products and solutions from Bosch, visit ISC West booth 11053.

The King County WA Becames the 142nd ECC to Go Live with TMA’s ASAP

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The King County WA Sheriff’s Office Communications Center became the 142nd Emergency Communications Center (ECC) in the United States and the 8th ECC in the state of Washington to implement the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP).

King County went live on March 20th & 21st, 2024 with the following companies: Rapid Response Monitoring, Vector Security, Guardian Protection, Security Central, Tyco (Johnson Controls), United Central Control, DynaMark Monitoring, ADT, Vivint, Protection One/Everon, Brinks Home Security, National Monitoring Center, and Affiliated Monitoring. Securitas went live with King County on March 25th.

TMA Members Make SIA’s Women in Security Forum Power 100

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TMA is proud to recognize its members who made the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100 in 2024.  The program honors 100 exceptional women in security who are raising the bar, changing expectations and breaking barriers. They lead, they inspire change and they innovate, and this is their time to be recognized!

Join us in congratulating these amazing women for their outstanding accomplishments:  

JULIE BEACH
Vice President, SONITROL, Securitas Technology

KELLY DELEO
Director, Solutions and Services – Americas, Axis Communications

AMANDA EDWARDS
Senior Account Executive, Paladin Technologies

TIFFANY GALARZA
Senior Director, Telecom & End User Tech, ADT

HRISTINA KOLEVA
Vice President of Customer Success, Stealth Monitoring

RACHELLE LOYEAR
Vice President, Integrated Security Solutions, Allied Universal

CARLA MANZANILLA
Program Manager, Allied Universal Technology Services

CAROLYN MCGRATH
Global Senior Director, Security and Fire Services, Johnson Controls

CHRISTINA PARK
Global Account Manager, Axis Communications

NANCY PETERSON
Executive Vice President/North America General Counsel, Allied Universal

JOEY RAO-RUSSELL
President and CEO, Sonitrol

SHARI WILSON
Director of Monitoring, ADT

Carrier to Divest Industrial Fire Unit in $1.4B PE Deal

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Carrier Global Corp. (NYSE: CARR) has agreed to sell its Industrial Fire business, which includes brands Det-Tronics, Marioff, Autronica and Fireye, to Sentinel Capital Partners for an enterprise value of $1.43 billion.

The transaction represents the latest step in Carrier’s ongoing portfolio transformation, following the recent acquisition of Viessmann Climate Solutions and the recently announced agreements to sell Carrier’s Global Access Solutions business to Honeywell for nearly $5 billion and its Commercial Refrigeration business to Haier for $775 million.

Carrier said it continues to prepare for the last of its four announced business exits — its combined commercial and residential fire businesses.

With approximately 1,400 employees operating in more than 20 countries, Carrier’s Industrial Fire business is a global provider in fire detection and suppression solutions for high-hazard applications across verticals such as critical infrastructure, oil and gas, marine and clean energy.

The pending sale will allow the business to build on the strength of its advanced lifecycle solutions, strong customer relationships and high growth potential across key segments, according to the announcement.

“This transaction marks another milestone in our transformation as we become a more focused, higher growth company, and furthers our vision to become the global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions,” said Carrier Chairman & CEO David Gitlin.

Carrier expects net proceeds from the transaction to exceed $1.1 billion and intends to use the proceeds to pay down debt. Closing is expected in the third quarter of 2024 and is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC are serving as financial advisor to Carrier. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP and Linklaters LLP are providing external legal counsel.

Securitas Rolls Out Data Centre Certification Globally to Employees

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Written by Neil Sutton, Editor, Canadian Security, March 18, 2024

Securitas recently announced the availability of a data centre certification for its employees, with plans to train more than 10,000 staff.

The training, which became available in February, complements the launch of Securitas’ Global Data Center Group in 2023.

Securitas staff who successfully complete the training — which focuses on physical access control, emergency response procedures, adherence to ethics and professional conduct — will be recognized as Certified Data Security Professionals.

“Securitas’ certified data centre professionals will serve as vigilant eyes and ears, enhancing client safety by identifying hazards and improving working practices,” said the company in a press release when the training program was first announced.

At the moment, the certification is internal to Securitas, but there are efforts underway which would allow it to be recognized as a global industry standard.

Bert den Hartog, vice-president, global clients, Securitas, said the certification serves a dual purpose: to offer a higher level of service to the company’s data centre clients while providing valuable skills to Securitas staff and allowing them to gain a better understanding of how their role contributes to data centre security.

“Our officers will be security specialists in the data centre environment. Our specialists will be better prepared to provide security and safety service in a data centre and to continue with their professional development,” said den Hartog in an email interview with Canadian Security.

Securitas also plans to add more modules to the data centre training over time.

According to den Hartog, Securitas offers a broad range of training initiatives in addition to the data centre certification. Some training, which focuses on business ethics and values, is mandatory for Securitas employees.

These programs “make sure everyone in our company understands our core values, being integrity, helpfulness and vigilance, to make our world a safer place according to our mission,” he said.

Other, more specialized programs vary depending on the client or industry. “It has been proven that investment in people leads to better service and quality,” he added.

Important Tax Relief Legislation Needs Your Support NOW!

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Did you know that the U.S. House passed tax relief that would improve the Research and Development tax credit, so the full deduction of the investment cost can take place in the year that it occurred? According to ESA, it also would, temporarily, provide bonus depreciation for 100% of purchases made for equipment and short-lived capital assets.

Some TMA members would also benefit from an increase in the portion of interest on borrowed capital eligible to be deducted from businesses’ income taxes. It raises the cap to 30% of EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) rather than 30% of EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes).

However, the U.S. Senate has not moved on the bill (even with the overwhelmingly bi-partisan support in the House).

Send a message to your Senators now to request passage of this legislation now!

Send a letter to your Senator through ESA at https://www.votervoice.net/ESA/campaigns/112783/respond

Get a sneak peek at TMA’s new Level 3 Video Operator Training Program at the Mid-Year Meeting

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Don’t miss a special, comprehensive session that is designed to unveil TMA’s new Level 3 Video Operator Training Program. Speakers Wes Usie, Guardian Alarm Systems, and Bryan Broadhead, Radius Security, have tailored a presentation for professionals seeking to excel in the evolving landscape of video monitoring.

Through an engaging curriculum that spans from the basics of video monitoring systems to the intricate nuances of operational best practices, participants will be immersed in a learning experience that covers industry overview, camera systems, contemporary issues, and much more. This training not only addresses the technical skills required for effective video monitoring but also delves into the critical aspects of decision-making, communication, confidentiality, cybersecurity, and the impact of artificial intelligence on video monitoring centers. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to update your skills, this session will equip you with the knowledge and competencies needed to navigate the complexities of modern video surveillance with confidence and expertise.

Session Objective: Provide participants with a detailed overview of TMA’s latest online training program which offers practical knowledge of video monitoring, focusing on the development of skills essential for operational excellence, situational awareness, and the ethical handling of sensitive information. You will learn how Level 3 will leverage the nuances of video monitoring, teach best practices in camera operation, and the significance of cybersecurity and AI in the context of video surveillance.

Top Three Take-Aways:

  1.  Foundational to Advanced Knowledge of Video Monitoring: See how Level 3 will help operators gain a holistic understanding of video monitoring systems, including types of monitoring, camera systems, the monitoring process, and best practices for surveillance operations, ensuring a solid foundation for excellence in video surveillance roles.
  2.  Critical Operational Skills: See how the Level 3 course will focus on key operational competencies, such as situational awareness, observational skills, threat assessment, effective communication, and decision-making, vital for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing errors in the monitoring process.
  3.   Ethical, Legal, and Technological Considerations: Understand the importance of confidentiality, privacy considerations, cybersecurity threats, and the role of AI in enhancing video monitoring operations, equipping participants with the knowledge to navigate the legal and ethical responsibilities of a video monitoring operator.

Register to attend the 2024 TMA Mid-Year meeting at https://my.tma.us/ap/Events/Register/ZrnOREop. Early-bird rates end March 31st.

Now Hiring? Post Your Job Opportunities on TMA’s Job Board

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As a member of TMA, you can post your company’s job opportunities for FREE in TMA’s online Job Board. It takes just a minute to upload the position description, your logo, and contact information. Reach experienced monitoring center talent with just a couple of clicks!

Your listing will be posted on TMA’s website for a period of time that you choose. TMA staff will promote your listing in various member communications, which may include the weekly TMA Signals, and the quarterly TMA Dispatch as well as through email and social media.

Let TMA boost exposure for your open positions!

To upload your company’s open positions:

STEP 1: Login to TMA’s InfoHub.

STEP 2: Select “Job Board” from the lower lefthand navigation.

STEP 3: Once on the Job Board page, select the “Add” button in the upper righthand corner of the page.

STEP 4: Fill-in the online form. Note – you may include your logo.

STEP 5: Click the Submit button.

Your posting will automatically display in the TMA Job Board online at https://my.tma.us/jobboard

If you have any questions, please contact membership@tma.us.

New CA 738 Area Code Coming 11/1/24

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The new 738 area code will overlay the existing 213 and 323 area codes in the Los Angeles area so that all three area codes serve the same geographic region. The new 738 area code that becomes effective on November 1, 2024.

Mandatory 1+10-digit dialing is already required in the 213 and 323 area codes and will be required in the new 738 area code as well.

For additional information, contact:

CA 213/323/738 overlay implementation committee co-chairs
Dana Crandall (Verizon), dana.crandall@verizonwireless.com, 682-831-3662
Javier Rodriguez (AT&T), jr1515@att.com, 512-457-2260

 

DMP’s Bush Joins Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association Board

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The Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association announced that Cory Bush has accepted the position of Associate Board Member. Cory will represent the non-voting membership and act as a liaison between them and the Board of Directors. Cory started in the industry in 1994 working for a dealer in Metairie, La. 10 years later he went to work for LRG as a manufacturers rep and in 2019 he went to work for Digital Monitoring Products. 

“I have been working with the LLSSA organization for many years and I am very proud of what they do for the state of Louisiana and our industry,” stated Bush. “I am looking forward to working with all the vendors in 2024.”  

About LLSSA:  

The Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association is a 501(c) (6) trade association for Security, Fire, Locksmith, CCTV, Access Control Companies, Manufacturers, and Distributors that are doing business in the State of Louisiana.  As a trade association, they represent, promote, and support the life safety, security, and systems integration industry through education and advocacy, empowering members to grow their business. Their vision is to lead the electronic life safety, security, and systems integration industry for the benefit of our members, consumers, and public safety.