Access control has to do with allowing people coming in and out of a building for security purposes. But in the post-pandemic world, electronic access control systems are charged with more tasks, including disease prevention and control. Below we identify key 2021 access control technology trends, which we believe will continue to be influenced by the pandemic. Building occupancy and space control In the age of smart buildings, occupancy- and space control-related analytics and solutions are already popular among end users as they look a…
C OVID-19 definitely hurt the transport industry, but as the world seems all set to emerge from the pandemic with vaccines and treatment, security solutions for transportation come into focus again. Several major VMS solution providers offer solutions for transportation customers. Asmag.com recently conducted a Readers' Survey to understand which brands are the most preferred by customers in the transportation vertical. The results show that customers prefer a single brand, in particular, more than others. Although the runners-up are not…
IP cameras are at the heart of video surveillance systems. To gain a better understanding of the market, asmag.com conducted a survey asking readers to select their top three IP camera brands in three categories: lowlight, panoramic and cybersecurity. The results show an overwhelming preference for Chinese brands. Over the years, Chinese brands have had their share of negative press, due mostly to US allegations that they were engaged in illegal surveillance and other controversial activities. These notwithstanding, our poll shows users ac…
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