Brian Sims
Editor

Cyber risk facing UK “widely underestimated” warns head of NCSC
THE NATION’S new cyber security chief has used his first major speech to issue a rallying call for collective action against what is now “an increasingly complex array” of threats. Speaking at the National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) London headquarters for the launch of its Annual Review, NCSC head Richard Horne describes the cyber risks facing the nation as “widely underestimated”, warning that Britain and its allies are competing in a high-stakes contest for cyber space.

4 days ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 32 now live to view
THE THIRTY-second edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected practitioners.

1 month ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 31 now live to view
THE THIRTY-first edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected practitioners.

5 months ago

Introduction to Vista VIP Series of CCTV cameras & recorders
This video gives you a quick overview of Vista CCTV’s latest range of NDAA compliant IP cameras and recorders, available only from Norbain SD.

6 months ago

SentriGuard Key Safe Attack Test by BRE
Let us introduce SentriGuard, the most secure key safe in the UK. LPCB accredited and tested by BRE, our key safes are approved for use on commercial property.

9 months ago

SentriGuard, a new-generation key management solution
SentriGuard is a unique access control solution that combines the most secure key safe in the UK with a full access control and traceability on a bespoke cloud-based platform!

9 months ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 30 now live to view
THE THIRTIETH edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected practitioners.

10 months ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 29 now live to view
THE TWENTY-ninth edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected practitioners.

1 year ago

£7.5 billion stolen as Britons fall victim to scammers
A RECENT Global Anti-Scam Alliance survey, conducted in association with Cifas, paints an unsettling picture of the current state of scams in the UK, highlighting an urgent need for vigilance and preventative action.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 28 now live to view
THE TWENTY-eighth edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected practitioners.

1 year ago

Biometric access control: are fingerprint cards the future?
Breaches in physical and logical access control are becoming more frequent, costly and damaging. Now that biometric authentication is an accepted means of identification, can fingerprint access cards cut the risks of breach and improve security?

1 year ago

Biometric access control: are fingerprint cards the future?
BREACHES IN physical and logical access control are becoming more frequent, costly and damaging. Now that biometric authentication is an accepted means of identification, can fingerprint access cards cut the risks of breaches and improve security? Join the Freevolt Technologies-sponsored Security Matters webinar on 12 September at 10.30 am to find out.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 27 now live to view
THE TWENTY-seventh edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 26 now live to view
THE TWENTY-sixth edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

1 year ago

Dahua Technology: More than a video management system
DAHUA TECHNOLOGY is a world leader in video surveillance manufacturing, creating advanced electronic security solutions for transportation, education, city surveillance, retail and commercial markets worldwide.

1 year ago

Introducing the world’s first batteryless biometric access control card
FREEVOLT TECHNOLOGIES is a UK-based technology company developing next generation biometric smart card products for the access control, cryptocurrency wallet, healthcare and payments sectors.

1 year ago

Security industry workforce management platform saves time and resources
FOR SECURITY businesses of all sizes, it’s more cost effective to use technology to run the business because it will then be much more efficient.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 25 now live to view
THE TWENTY-fifth edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

1 year ago

Bandweaver signposts webinar on optical fiber for perimeter security
WHEN YOU require precise data about when and where an incident is happening, traditional Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems can let you down. With low probability of detection, constant nuisance alarms and too large an area of detection, it can be hard to make the right decisions when it comes to protecting people, property and assets.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 24 now live to view
THE TWENTY fourth edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

1 year ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 23 now live to view
THE TWENTY third edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

2 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 22 now live to view
THE TWENTY second edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

2 years ago

Fire and Security Matters Awards: Final entry deadline
THE ENTRY deadline for the Fire and Security Matters Awards has been extended to Tuesday 1 March 2022, which will be the final deadline for individuals and companies wishing to enter.

2 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 21 now live to view
THE TWENTY first edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. This episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the major news stories published on the magazine’s website of late as well as a look ahead to what’s in store for the magazine and the brand in 2022.

2 years ago

Video Surveillance: Exploring New Horizons
THURSDAY 28 October sees Security Matters host another instalment of its popular webinar series. Beginning at 10.30 am, representatives from video technology expert 3xLOGIC will explain in great detail how video is being used to maximise efficiency, minimise risk and open up a range of new possibilities for end users and security installers/integrators.

3 years ago

Release the power of AI video solutions with Azena
Release the power of AI video solutions with Azena

3 years ago

Perimeter Intruder Detection Solutions
Hosted by Security Matters, Bandweaver will discuss the benefits of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) technology for Perimeter Intruder Detection.

3 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 20 now live to view
THE TWENTIETH edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode of the Security Matters Podcast features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

3 years ago

Role of Mobile Access in your Return to Work Strategy
ON 20 May 2021 Security Matters will host a webinar in partnership with HID on how mobile access plays a pivotal role in a safe and secure return to work strategy.

3 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 19 now live to view
THE NINETEENTH edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

3 years ago

Perimeter intrusion detection
Our perimeter detection solutions offer quick and reliable detection of unauthorized entry to your site. As part of a responsive security approach, our sensors can trigger alarms without the intruder being aware, prompting video verification of the intrusion, or triggering an escalated security response.

3 years ago

Beyond security: Multi-Release 2019
Do not worry over nothing, MotionCam always shows what has caused a motion alarm. Set up scenarios to automatically shut off water supply at the first sign of a leak and blind the trespassers with the outdoor lights. Run scenarios manually by pressing Button. Use Ajax to protect very large facilities by extending the coverage area of Hub Plus or Hub 2 with up to 5 ReX range extenders.

3 years ago

Incedo™ Business: The access control you demand, with the flexibility you need
The world is forever changing. People, data and goods move more fluidly than ever before. Your security needs to move with them.

3 years ago

How to protect your yard from intrusion | Protected by Ajax
With Ajax, no intruder will be able to enter the premises undetected. If an intruder even takes one step into a zone secured by the motion detector MotionProtect Outdoor, the security system will raise an alarm: it will trigger the sirens, send a notification to your smartphone, and notify the security company for the latter to take the necessary measures.

3 years ago

Texecom Digital Services Overview
Are you ready for the digital revolution?

3 years ago

Change is coming...
Introducing new solutions - German Engineering - Powered by SoloProtect Insights

3 years ago

The Security Event 2019
Join us in 2019 for the return of a UK focused security professional and installers exhibition, hosted by Western Business Exhibitions, back at the NEC, Birmingham.

3 years ago

White Paper reveals impact of COVID-19 on physical security
NETWORK VIDEO solutions developer Axis Communications has issued the results of a recent partner survey in a new White Paper exploring the impact of COVID-19 on the physical security industry. The online survey, conducted last December, sought the views of senior decision-makers within circa 200 partner companies across the UK and Ireland.

3 years ago Publication Editor

Optimising Keyholding Response Services and Mobile Patrols
ON 11 March 2021 Security Matters will host a webinar in partnership with smarttask on Optimising Keyholding Response Services and Mobile Patrols.

3 years ago

Protecting Lone workers webinar
In February 2021, Security Matters partnered with SoloProtect to host a webinar on protecting lone workers, which you can now view On Demand for free..

3 years ago

The Security Event Event 2020
Following a hugely successful launch show, The Security Event will return to The NEC Birmingham from 28 – 30 April 2020.

3 years ago

Covid-19: The Face of Business Change
After a year of uncertainty and navigating through a pandemic, many organisations are now welcoming their teams back to work. This meaning they will be rethinking the way they operate the future of their workforce and determining how to future proof their business.

3 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 18 now live to view
THE EIGHTEENTH edition of the Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

3 years ago Publication Editor

Access Control: Best Practices for 2021
Protecting Against Common Vulnerabilities and Maximising Safety | 3rd February 2021 10:30am - 11:30am

3 years ago

Nineteen Group moves events from April to September 2021
DUE TO the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Nineteen Group has taken the decision to reschedule its hugely popular event series at the NEC in Birmingham, which encompasses both The Security Event and The Fire Safety Event (for which Western Business Media titles Security Matters and Fire Safety Matters are, respectively, the official magazines). The shows will now run next September rather than in April.

4 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 17 now live to view
THE SEVENTEENTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to detailed discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Detailed White Paper on Smart Phones
ABLOY UK has just published a White Paper to explore how the critical infrastructure sector can unlock the potential of smart phones in the workplace to improve employee mobility, job satisfaction and productivity.

4 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 16 now live to view
THE SIXTEENTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 15 now live to view
THE FIFTEENTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Taking Stock
Episode 13 of the Security Matters Podcast featured an exclusive interview with Jeremy Hockham, the managing director at security solutions distributor Norbain.

4 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 14 now live to view
THE FOURTEENTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago

Axis Communications calls for “reinvigorated emphasis” on perimeter protection
NETWORK VIDEO specialist Axis Communications has called for a “reinvigorated emphasis” on the outer layer of security (ie the physical perimeter) in its latest White Paper entitled ‘Perimeter Protection with Intelligent Surveillance’.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 13 now live to view
THE THIRTEENTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 12 now live to view
THE TWELFTH edition of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 11 now live to view
THE ELEVENTH episode of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with specially selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 10 now live to view
THE TENTH episode of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with specially selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 9 now live to view
THE NINTH episode of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to discussions with specially selected professionals from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Guarding: The Roadmap
The inaugural Security Matters webinar brought together a stellar line-up of industry professionals to discuss the desired progression and development for security guarding in the second half of 2020 and beyond, touching on several core issues. Brian Sims reports on the key outcomes

4 years ago

Security Matters Podcast – Episode 8 now live to view
THE EIGHTH episode of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to interviews with specially selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast - Episode 7 now live to view
THE SEVENTH episode of the fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to interviews with specially selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast - Episode 6 now live to view
THE SIXTH episode of the recently-launched fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to interviews with specially selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Security Matters Podcast - Episode 5 now live to view
THE FIFTH episode of the recently-launched fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to interviews with specially selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Episode 4 of fortnightly Security Matters industry podcast now live to view
THE FOURTH episode of the recently-launched fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security business sector is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine’s website in addition to interviews with selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Episode 3 of fortnightly Security Matters industry podcast now live to view
THE THIRD episode of the recently-launched fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security industry is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine's website in addition to interviews with selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Episode 2 of fortnightly Security Matters industry podcast now live to view
THE SECOND episode of the recently-launched fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security industry is now live to view. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine's website in addition to interviews with selected practitioners from the security business sector.

4 years ago Publication Editor

Dedicated fortnightly industry podcast launched by Security Matters
SECURITY MATTERS has launched a fortnightly Security Matters Podcast for practising professionals in the security industry. Each episode features a round-up and analysis of the biggest news stories published on the magazine's website in addition to interviews with selected practitioners.

4 years ago

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