Learn what FICAM compliance is and how scDataCom’s solutions, including LenelS2 OnGuard PACS, can help organizations meet federal security standards with ease. Achieve and maintain FICAM compliance today.
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This month, we'd like to take a moment to celebrate an outstanding member of our team, Jake Spaiches! Jake embodies the very core of what makes scDataCom such a success and we are thrilled to celebrate his achievements by crowning him our Employee of the Month!
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The world of physical security is constantly evolving. New threats emerge, technologies advance, and the way we protect people and assets needs to adapt. In this dynamic environment, strong leadership is more crucial than ever. But what does effective leadership look like in the physical security space?
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Healthcare settings are meant to be places of healing, compassion, and safety. However, the rise in incidents of gun violence in healthcare facilities has become a concerning trend. In this blog post, we'll explore the risks associated with gun violence in healthcare settings and…
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Savannah, GA – April 19, 2024 – scDataCom is proud to announce Teddy Holmes as our Employee of the Month! While Teddy may have only joined us in December 2023, his impact has been undeniable.
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Safeguard your Savannah business with preventative maintenance for your security cameras. Ensure crystal clear footage, avoid downtime, and gain peace of mind with a proactive approach. Learn more about the benefits!
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Choosing between FICAM Compliant and FICAM Capable access control systems hinges on specific security requirements and budget considerations. While FICAM Compliant solutions offer the highest level of assurance and compliance, FICAM Capable systems provide a viable alternative, delivering robust security measures without official certification.
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At scDataCom, our people are our priority. If you’re here, your voice matters and your contributions directly impact our shared goals.
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This is an all too common lament from IT professionals and physical security specialists – the frustration you feel when the urgent overrides the important. It’s particularly challenging for those tasked with the operation, maintenance, and expansion of an enterprise system - because there is a never-ending list of things to learn and do – but it affects all operators to some degree.
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Patient and staff safety is an obvious front line concern in any healthcare facility and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has classified workplace violence into three major categories:
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The property manager sought to upgrade the security system and integrate access control but needed a security integrator who could advise not only on the best technology solution but who could provide the training & service required to provide the best value and continuity for their tenants.
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FICAM is the Federal Government’s implementation of Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM). ICAM is the set of tools, policies, and systems that an agency uses to enable the right individual to access the right resource, at the right time, for the right reason in support of federal business objectives.
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Lumber prices have increased over 300% since April 2020 (as reported by the National Association of Home Builders). It is not just lumber prices that have caused an increase in construction material costs though. Copper prices are about 33% higher since the fall, and granite, insulation, concrete blocks and common bricks are all selling for record prices in 2021. Virtually, all commodities and building materials have seen a significant increase, and consumers are paying for it.
Security technology solutions can play a key role in providing hazard prevention and control, including both engineering controls and administrative controls. workplace According to a recent study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), approximately 1 out of 7 Americans do not feel safe at work, and nearly a quarter of employees polled said they had experienced an incident of workplace violence.
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Video surveillance systems produce massive amounts of video. Due to lack of time or resources, however, most of this video never gets watched or reviewed. As a result, security incidents get missed and suspicious behavior is not detected in time to prevent incidents.
Enter Video Analytics….the “brain” of your smart video camera, adding sense and structure to video footage and enabling cameras to understand what they’re seeing.
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As business owners have embraced the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve their business processes, most businesses now include some video surveillance (aka camera system) to help them protect their people, property, and possessions. Many larger companies also use physical security (aka security guards) to provide protection during unmanned hours. Can the video camera system be exploited to replace the physical guards using remote video monitoring, or is there a need for business owners to deploy both a surveillance system AND a manned guard? Let’s look at the pros and cons of each option.
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High performance data networks have become commonplace in today’s world, and have created a demand for appropriate cabling that can transmit faster speeds over longer distances….
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…In addition to improved response time, if the extra eyes manning the control center have the medical training to visually assess resourcing requirements, they can also reduce false or nuisance alarms and determine when clinical teams are overwhelmed and in need of additional support. Some hospitals are even using cameras to remotely monitor patients thanks to advanced video analytics and functionality like two-way audio that allow for a remote dialogue between patients and the caregiving team, while minimizing contact and exposure…
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