“Current approaches to SaaS have undercut the role of channel partners, whom we see as central to customer and project success,” said Michel Chalouhi, vice president of global sales, Genetec. “Security Center SaaS represents an important opportunity for our systems integrators. It means better margins and long-term customer satisfaction, with no additional investment in time or resources on the part of partners.”

With an automated quoting and ordering process, systems can be fully operational within minutes from when the order is placed. The new Genetec Portal makes it easy to quote, order, deploy and manage large deployments so that channel partners can continue growing their business and deliver the technology and ownership options that their end users demand.

“Channel partners want to increase their efficiency,” Morin said. “They want to get in and out of an installation in the shortest amount of time, and provide value to their customers with the least effort to be more profitable.”

With the ability to centralize the monitoring and management of multiple sites, Security Center SaaS is said to be ideally suited to meet the needs of customers in a wide range of verticals, including retail, education, corporate campuses, banking, healthcare and cities. It can serve low-density deployments with a handful of direct-to-cloud devices and scale up to thousands of sites and devices with hybrid storage and processing. Operators can manage operations from a security operation center (SOC) or on the go through robust web and mobile applications.

Security Center SaaS is a deployment-agnostic platform that supports a range of configurations. Based on a hybrid-SaaS architecture, the new solution allows organizations to move components and sites to the cloud based on their needs and requirements using a combination of cloud-native services and cloud-managed appliances, with storage and processing at the edge.

“What can we do to make a technician’s life easier when 30 feet in the air in a bucket truck trying to install a camera?” Morin said. “How do I get my product with no human intervention and manage through the backend systems?”

Because of its open architecture, Security Center SaaS gives organizations the freedom to choose the devices, cameras and door controllers that work best for their business, the company stated. Security Center SaaS can also connect seamlessly with existing on-premises security devices and infrastructure. Access control devices and cameras that are not cloud-ready can easily be connected to Security Center SaaS using Genetec edge appliances.

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Thomas Jensen, CEO of Milestone Systems said, “As a CVE Program partner, we will now publish mitigated vulnerabilities to the wider community, which will allow Milestone to coordinate and address potential issues even more effectively. This will further enhance our cybersecurity and continue to build trust in our XProtect open platform video management software.”

Jensen continued, “The big-picture advantage for the wider industry is that initiatives like this strengthen trustworthiness, which is becoming more and more important. Citizens and other stakeholders increasingly expect companies to be more transparent. In the future, companies in our industry will need to prioritize responsible practices to succeed in the market. Proof points that demonstrate such practices will become a greater feature in the security industry and procurement processes. The CVE Program provides such proof points.”

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities will continue to be reported via Milestone’s website. The registration will now be under CVE ID numbers and vulnerabilities and mitigations will be accessible through Milestone’s profile on the CVE website, as well as on its website.

“The most important thing for integrators and dealers to know is that there will now be an extra source of information about product vulnerabilities,” Jensen said. “The information will be available through various tools that use the CVE database. This ensures that Milestone partners can easily integrate this data into their systems for better vulnerability management.”

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Kirk Chisholm, CEO and founder of Portal.io, said, “Snap One is a company we’ve always admired, so to have them embrace our vision for lightweight, simple business tools is very validating for us, but it’s an even bigger win for dealers. Our partnership represents a shared mission to provide dealers with the tools and support they need to build thriving, successful businesses.”

Through the partnership, Snap One will offer partners a customized Portal subscription plan, a $600 annual value, at no cost to partners. The plan mirrors Portal’s "Lite" Plan functionality, with added benefits, including unlimited proposals with no end date, pre-loaded with Snap One product pricing.

“We’re always looking for opportunities to go beyond simply delivering high-quality products,” Marsh said. “We strive to provide comprehensive solutions that support our partners’ growth. We are confident that putting Portal’s Proposal tool in the hands of our partners will help them to save time, impress their clients, elevate the customer experience and win more projects.”

For more information, visit Snap One. //

“We’re thrilled to team up with Genea to provide our customers with top-tier access control solutions that prioritize security while offering unparalleled flexibility in credential choices,” said Chris Stull, business development consultant for Allegion. “The ability to seamlessly integrate our wireless locks with Genea’s security platform strengthens our position in the rapidly evolving industry.”

With the Genea and Schlage integration, businesses can now leverage advanced functionality such as granting permissions to individuals or groups for specified time frames, setting specific schedules for door unlocks, enabling automated access during designated time periods, implementing emergency plans that enable swift response in critical situations and providing the ability to receive real-time notifications and alerts for door-related events, enhancing security and enabling proactive actions.

“Our alignment with HID Global and now Allegion underscores our dedication to offering cloud-based access control security solutions that are not only cutting-edge but also incredibly flexible,” said Michael Maxsenti, general manager, access control, Genea. “Together, we aim to provide a seamless transition for our customers and prospects, ensuring that their access control systems work harmoniously with their existing credentials.”

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The Immix Site-Link module allows Immix to ingest leading-edge technology into the platform directly. This way of connecting removes the need for port-forwarding, alleviating in-depth networking discussions. This solution closes the gap between system integration and monitoring, enabling an easier overall installation, the announcement continued.

Immix has chosen Camect as the first-ever Site-Link partner to power this solution. This in-depth integration will allow Immix clients to leverage Camect’s solutions that enhance security, surveillance and operational efficiency.

“We’re thrilled to unveil this game-changing new way to connect,” said Chris Brown, CEO, Immix. This solution will fast-track the implementation of video monitoring services for Immix clients. “Collaborating with Camect was an easy choice as their forward-thinking technology married with the team’s expertise and eagerness to tackle this industry roadblock made them the ideal choice to launch Site-Link. With Site-Link, we are not just meeting the industry’s needs — we are surpassing them, creating a future where video monitoring is not only powerful but also accessible and agile.”

The cornerstone of the Site-Link solution is its full-featured integration with the Immix platform which simplifies and expedites the setup process, bypassing the need for port-forwarding and allowing central stations to begin services more quickly. Camect’s Smart Camera Hubs will serve as the connector to link sites to Immix, allowing integrators to take advantage of legacy systems without sacrificing functionality. Simplified and intuitive configuration will seamlessly integrate a site into Immix, standardizing the onboarding experience and feature set.

Camect is committed to delivering solutions that redefine industry standards and empower integrators, dealers and monitoring centers to scale their services more efficiently and effectively.

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Effective immediately, Brivo customers can empower employees to add their access badges securely to Google Wallet. This advancement enables employees to effortlessly unlock office doors, turnstiles, elevators and key card-protected amenity spaces by tapping an Android phone to a reader, eliminating the need to open an app or carry a traditional physical access card. The Google Wallet credentials are available on Android OS 8 or later and are compatible with a wide range of Android devices, providing broad accessibility.

“At Brivo, we are committed to bringing innovative solutions that enhance the workplace experience to market,” said Steve Van Till, founder and CEO of Brivo. “The addition of Google Wallet to the Brivo Wallet Pass mobile credentials delivers on this promise and marks a significant milestone in our commitment to continue to provide seamless access solutions. This is the next generation of mobile credentials, and it will enhance workplace efficiency and security, enabling employees to access spaces with unprecedented ease.”

The employee badge in Google Wallet introduces several innovative enhancements to the user experience:

• Seamless Access: Employees can utilize their badge in Google Wallet with a simple tap to a Brivo reader. The technology does not require them to unlock their device or open an app.
• Enhanced Security: Google Wallet’s advanced security features and easy-to-use privacy controls keep information private and secure. Mobile credentials can’t be stolen, duplicated, or removed from the wallet other than by the authorized user or the admin.
• Streamlined Management: With Brivo Access, administrators can easily distribute and manage mobile credentials, reducing administrative overhead and minimizing environmental impact. Management also works with Okta and Azure integrations.

Brivo launched Brivo Mobile Pass in 2015 and, to date, has issued over 3 million mobile credentials.

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