2013 Security50 video trend(9-2):IP continues to penetrate SMB sectors

When it comes to large systems, most have already migrated to IP. Analog has a large existing installation base, but is waning for new projects. In the next five years, how fast IP video is able to penetrate the small to mid-size segment with under 16 cameras will greatly influence its future growth

2013 Security50 video trend(9-1): IP to overtake analog in 2014

Revenues from network video products are expected to overtake analog for the first time in 2014, according to IHS. Global IP video surveillance market growth will remain strong for the next five years. However, the rate of growth will be affected by the number of new installations and the existing n

2013 Security50: Double-digit growth strategy

In the uncertain global market, some companies sustained doubledigit growth in 2012, which was worth noticing. The top 12 companies for revenue growth were Infinova with 113.5 % growth; Avigilon (67 %); Dahua Technology (60 %); TKH Group (51.1 %); DynaColor (50 %); Hikvision (35.6 %); HDPRO(29.8 %);

2013 Security50: Macroeconomic uncertainty still affects security

The Security 50 providers still played a crucial role in the global market in 2012. They contributed around 68 % of the total global security equipment market and over 40 % of the video surveillance market. The Security 50 generated US$14.7 billion in global product sales revenue in 2012, with mor

A prelude to 2013 a&s Security 50

We proudly present the winners for 2013 Security 50, who stayed focused and agile to weather the uncertain economy and harsh market competition. Lingering uncertainty in global economy has hindered the progress of many industries since the recession in 2008. Compared to consumer electronics, the sec

ABB, Bosch, Cisco and LG: open software for smart homes

ABB, Bosch, Cisco, and LG aim to set up a consortium to provide a software platform for smart homes. The companies have now signed a memorandum of understanding to this effect. The plan is subject to approval by the antitrust authorities. Under the memorandum, the parties intend to develop an open

Gartner unveils 2014 top 10 strategic technology trends

Gartner highlighted the top ten technologies and trends that will be strategic for most organizations in 2014. Gartner defines a strategic technology as one with the potential for significant impact on the enterprise in the next three years. Factors that denote significant impact include a high po

Honeywell security strategy: keeping a multi-site retailer secure

Being a security manager in a big, multi-site retail company is not for the faint hearted. Take any major multisite UK retailer as an example and consider how complex their respective sites are. From a 24 hour megastore on the outskirts of a major city, right through to a small store on a village co

Asia Update: Quick updates on Korean security industry

The asmag editorial team recently spoke with 20 Korean manufacturers to get the latest scoop on industry developments. Key findings include IP movement, HD-SDI's potential, analog 2.0 and a dichotomized future. Providing IP Options = A Must Known as the key supplies of advanced analog and HD-SDI t

IDIS: 7 factors driving European security market

Brian Song, MD of Europe at IDIS, highlights several factors that are driving the European security market: - Economic climate: Europe's economic downturn has pushed organizations harder to reduce costs and drive efficiencies across security operations and we responded with an affordable