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Qognify VMS Enhances Security for Iconic Parisian Department Store

Originally published by Hexagon

Ideally located opposite the Pont Neuf in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, La Samaritaine is an architectural landmark in the heart of the French capital. Unfortunately, due to security concerns, the department store was forced to close its doors in 2005 but reopened with improved physical security thanks to Qognify VMS.

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Siemens SiPass integrated: Freedom of Movement in a Secure Environment

The advanced functionality of Siemens SiPass integrated can help organizations overcome real-life challenges. Designed to meet access control requirements that range from non-critical to critical, and from simple to complex, SiPass integrated helps you create a safe environment for your employees, your assets, and your business.

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The Importance of Access Control in Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare administrators, security teams and IT staff have many options when it comes to developing dedicated healthcare access control systems, though effective solutions must be adapted to the unique needs of each facility. To aid personnel in approaching this important process, here is a comprehensive guide to effective access control in healthcare facilities.

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The Different Types of CCTV Cameras: A Definitive Guide

CCTV cameras play an important role in securing buildings and protecting people. To help business and property owners develop effective security installations, below is a comprehensive guide covering different types of CCTV cameras and their uses, including the pros, cons and specific features for different applications. 

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Securing K-12 Schools From the Inside Out

We found this resource helpful to outlining the many aspects that contribute to school safety, from mental health support to cybersecurity to law enforcement and community engagement. One of the biggest areas of concern centers around access control.

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Adapting Fire Safety Solutions to the Commercial Office Building

Understanding the different fire safety needs for each area of your commercial office building is crucial to the prevention, detection and suppression of fire-related emergencies. Customizing the fire safety solutions to these different areas can make all the difference in the event of a fire, ensuring the protection of your staff and facility when it counts.

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Level365 Transforms School’s Communication Setup

Cathedral High School, an Indianapolis-based private high school with over 1000 students, faced recurring issues with its outdated phone system, experiencing frequent outages that disrupted daily operations and impeded communication with parents. Level365, a leading provider of unified communications services, was brought in to address these challenges and deliver a reliable, efficient, and modern communication solution.

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Rauland Responder Enterprise wins 2024 MedTech Breakthrough award

Rauland's Responder® Enterprise solution has been selected as winner of the “Best Clinical Administration Hardware Device” award in the 8th annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by MedTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies, and products in the global digital health and medical technology market.

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Maximize Safety with Voice and Visual Fire Alarm Systems

Buildings are becoming increasingly complex with countless people move through them all the time. Not all of them will be familiar with the building or in a physical condition to escape a danger zone. Tailoring to this complexity with visual, acoustic and voice alarming is essential to protecting lives and complying to safety standards.

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