Vanderbilt USA Team Rolls Out Webinar Training
The Vanderbilt USA team is rolling out several online webinars to help their customers navigate this time. Webinars will provide added training on the solutions customers have in place as well as product and software demos.
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ISC West 2020 Postponed Until July
Reed Exhibitions, producer of ISC West, announced that the global security industry event will be postponed due to concerns over the expanding coronavirus outbreaks. The event, which attracts more than 25,000 attendees, was scheduled to be held March 17-20 but many had cancelled plans to attend.
The July dates are yet to be announced.
The ACRE Brand at Intersec 2020 in Dubai
Product solutions trio Vanderbilt, ComNet and Open Options highlighted a collective experience and portfolio range at Intersec 2020 in Dubai, focusing on the ACRE brand’s strength in cloud solutions, open platforms, smart integrations and cybersecurity. ICYMI, read about the event and key takeaways, written by Vanderbilt’s team on the ground.
Open Options Announces New Advantage Platinum Status
In 2019, Open Options introduced an enhanced Advantage Dealer Program to recognize and reward dealers for demonstrating outstanding partnership and performance. They just announced the first six dealer partners to attain Advantage Platinum Status. Find out who made the list for 2020.
Kim Loy Selected for IFSEC Influencers 2020 Judging Panel
Kim Loy, Chief Product Officer at ACRE and Member of the Board of Directors for the Security Industry Association (SIA), has been selected to join the International Judging Panel for the IFSEC Global “Top Influencers in Security & Fire” for 2020.
Using Access Control to Protect Students and Staff
When a threat is made evident to an educational institution, immediate security protocol nowadays typically involves taking all measures necessary to keep intruders out.
While creating safe learning environments can be arduous, Vanderbilt and its integration partners can ensure that a campus is prepared to protect its people and assets.
SDM Magazine: 5 Top Network Design Considerations for Security Integrators
In this SDM article, Skip Haight, vice president of marketing at Communication Networks (ComNet), and other industry experts advise security integrators on what they consider to be the top five items to focus on when preparing for any network design project.
IoT Expert Commentary from Kim Loy on SecurityInformed.com
ACRE CMO and industry veteran Kim Loy writes Shifting Focus: Internet Of Things From The Security Manufacturer’s Perspective, exploring manufacturers’ responsibility for safeguarding data, engaging in vulnerability testing of products and incorporating stringent protections at every stage of the product development process.
Top 10 Security Industry M & A Stories of 2019
SecurityInformed.com takes a look back at the top mergers and acquisitions of 2019 as the industry landscape continues to transform in response to a changing market.
Appearing at #6 on the list: ACRE Acquires Access Control Companies Open Options And RS2
ACRE Brands Respond to Coronavirus Pandemic
Each of the ACRE brands has established business continuity plans and guidelines to help guide us through every step of the coming days while maintaining the customer support and service that each of them is known for providing.
ACRE to Strengthen Its Management Team with Two New Key Hires
Press Release: ACRE announced today that it will be adding two key industry people, Jim Kelly and Chuck O’Leary, to the ACRE management roster.
ACRE Brands to Present at ISC West 2020
Join ACRE brands Open Options, RS2 Technologies and Vanderbilt during ISC West 2020 as they present the SIA Education Session “Building a Focus on Customer Service and Training.”
Joe Grillo Chats with SP&T News in Canada
Get rare insight into ACRE’s backstory and Joe’s takeaways from the past seven years as he talks about the past, his vision for the ACRE brands and addressing the changing needs of the marketplace.
Joe Grillo on the “State of the Access Control Market” (Pt2)
In part two of this series covering the state of the access control market, Joe Grillo shares his thoughts as Security Systems News explores the customer’s point of view while identifying the strengths and market gaps shaping this niche of the security industry.
Why manufacturers must change their cybersecurity mindset.
Kim Loy takes a critical look ahead at how manufacturers must incorporate cybersecurity in their product roadmaps to address potential vulnerabilities and ensure strengthened devices.
The “Security Beat” Report from Day 1 at GSX 2019
SecurityInformed.com reported a busy first day at GSX 2019. ACRE’s Joe Grillo attended and caught up with SI’s Larry Anderson at the RS2 booth for some industry talk.
SIW Video: Joe Grillo at GSX 2019
In this “Caught On Camera” segment, SecurityInfoWatch.com catches up with Joe Grillo to discuss what drives ACRE’s M&A strategy, what he’s looking for in potential acquisition targets and other hot topics.
Joe Grillo Weighs In on “State of the Access Control Market”
In part one of a two-part article covering the state of the access control market, Joe Grillo shares his thoughts as Security Systems News explores the major trends shaping this niche of the security industry.
Q & A with Egis Capital Partners’ Robert Chefitz, an ACRE Equity Partner
SIW recently caught up with Robert Chefitz, Managing Partner at Egis Capital, to get his thoughts on industry trends and what makes a company investable.
ACRE CMO: Leverage the Tech Customers Already Use
CMO Kim Loy believes the pace of innovation in the security industry is finally catching up to that of technology already available to consumers. In this SSI article she discusses the industry’s technology advancements and opportunities for women in the global workforce.
Video: Joe Grillo Interview with Security Systems News
SSN Editor Paul Ragusa speaks with ACRE CEO Joe Grillo live in this video interview from the ISC West media studio.
Press Release: ACRE to Acquire Indiana-Based RS2 Technologies
ACRE announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire RS2 Technologies, a technology-driven manufacturer of cutting-edge access control hardware and software.
How to Open Up Opportunities With Open Architecture
Joe Grillo, an SSI Industry Hall of Fame inductee, discusses current trends in the access control market with Security Sales & Integration’s Rodney Bosch.
Balancing the Scales – How Open Options Acquisition Complements New Owner ACRE
This SecurityInformed.com article explores ACRE’s recent acquisition that will increase the breadth of solutions offered by the global provider of security systems.
Vanderbilt Industries RSS Feed
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Latest updates from ComNet
- ComNet’s Own Skip Haight Featured in SSI Article about Upselling
- ACRE Strengthens Management Team with New HiresACRE, a global provider of state-of-the-art security and communication networking systems, announced today that it will be adding two key industry people to the ACRE management roster.
- ComNet Europe and Copiax sign cooperation agreements.Strategic Alliance Makes ComNet’s extensive Line of transmission Products Available to Nordic Region
- The Mighty PoEMedia converters play myriad roles in today’s centric world
- 5 Critical Factors for Video Power & Transmission SuccessOnce considered almost afterthoughts, these two foundational solutions play vital roles in video surveillance system design and installation.
- Networking in Harsh ConditionsWhat to look for in environmentally hardened products for rugged industrial security applications
Open Options
- Dynamic Change Looms for a Traditional EAC IndustrySteve Wagner sits down to discuss dynamic changes coming for traditional EAC Industry
- Covid-19: An Important Update for Our CustomersOpen Options' General Manager, Chuck O'Leary, releases official statement on the current situation. View the official statement below.
- Divide and Conquer Training SessionsThe Open Options training team divided their resources this past month in order to connect with dealers and system users across the country.
- Saved by the Bell: When Alarms Are Down for the CountA customer felt as if his access control system had been knocked down when he was unable to rely on the graphics maps configured inside DNA Fusion to accurately report alarms at a school. Because tech support could not see the issue as it happened in real time, the Professional Services team at Open Options […]
- Lost in Space: How a Credential Was CompromisedA student momentarily spaced out and lost his badge, which he used to access school buildings. Then an unauthorized person found it, copied it and used it to try to access the school grounds. The end-user customer was not aware that the credential, which the school was issuing to students and faculty, was using legacy […]