Message from the Editor

With the run-up to Christmas well under way, we’ve selected a number of stories this week aimed at both physical and on-line retail security with stories from ADT Security Services, iovation and The 3^rd Man. We also take a look at IP and wireless networking for home alarms and see how two companies are making use of the new H.264 compression technology in their products.

I hope you enjoy this edition of the newsletter and if you have any comments or feedback, I’d be delighted to hear from you at jon.newell@prosecurityzone.com

Jonathan Newell

Editor

Message from the Editor

Security technologies continue to converge tightly around IT and the Internet Protocol in particular, something which alarm signalling company Bold Communications explains more about this week. Using this capability however takes vision, something which Gatekeeper USA had no shortage of when it came up with its anti-piracy detection system for shipping fleets which features a smart combination of detection, surveillance, tracking and biometrics technology. What were once considered as separate areas of expertise are becoming increasingly in demand as a holistic approach to threat prevention and in doing so, also defines the security professional of the future.

Other items featured this week include commentary on the EU Cyber Crime 5 year plan, a look at the DesignCam range of Dome Cameras from Dallmeier and a chance to win £500 with a bonus holiday by taking the PINoptic challenge!

I hope you enjoy this edition of the newsletter and if you have any comments or feedback, I'd be delighted to hear from you at jon.newell@prosecurityzone.com

Jonathan Newell
Editor

This is the final issue of our newsletter for 2008 and we'll return on January 8th 2009. Despite the woes of the economic crisis, 2008 has seen continued growth in the security industry across the board both in terms of demand and new developments, confirming that this is an exciting industry to be involved in.

Pro Security Zone is still young with just over a year in publication. Our staff are highly professional and eager to grow alongside the industry we represent. To this end, our development plans are impressive and we hope that you will enjoy the changes we have in store. Starting from January, we will be publishing a monthly 'zone' related newsletter focussing on one of our zones and linking it to one of the major exhibitions taking place throughout the year all over the globe. Our goal is to be the undisputed best in the industry and for our readership to perceive us as such. I therefore welcome any comments you have regarding improvements to the site or other suggestions.

Meanwhile, all at Pro Security Zone wish all our readers and news suppliers a happy Christmas and a prosperous and successful new year.

I hope you enjoy this edition of the newsletter and if you have any comments or feedback, I'd be delighted to hear from you at jon.newell@prosecurityzone.com

Jonathan Newell
Editor