Do you handle your own security with a low cost on-site guard and even a control room, or outsource this task to a third party, namely off-site monitoring and response.

Wolfgang Kirsch discusses what customers should look for when selecting a control room management platform.

What goes into making remote monitoring software a winner for control rooms?

Intelligent Monitoring Software from Classic Systems has established itself as a global player in the security control room arena, with clients spread across the globe. The company’s head office is in ...

Classic Systems was formed out of desperation for a software package that is locally developed with the South African security climate in mind, a product that caters for the unique needs of the operators ...

This is the final news brief from SMART Security Solutions for 2025, and the teams would like to take this opportunity to thank our readers, advertisers and partners and wish everyone a safe and secure festive season.

According to Panaseer’s latest research, 70% of major breaches are caused by toxic combinations: overlapping risks that compound and amplify each other, forming a critical vulnerability to be exploited.

Most AI programs today depend on constant cloud connections, which can be a liability for companies operating in secure or high-risk environments. That reliance exposes sensitive data to external networks, but also creates a single point of failure if connectivity drops.

For smaller companies, the costs associated with acquiring the necessary skills and tools can be very high. So, how can these organisations establish and maintain their security profile amid constant attacks and evolving technology?