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May 23, 2008 – Volume 4 Issue 11
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Windsor casino part of 10-year Cisco deal with Harrah's Harrah’s Operating Co., a subsidiary of Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc., the world's largest provider of branded casino entertainment, has signed a broad-based, 10-year global strategic agreement with Cisco. Axis, Bosch and Sony forge alliance to create standard for network video products Axis Communications, Bosch Security Systems and Sony Corp. are working together to create an open forum aimed at developing a standard for the interface of network video products. AVAD expands presence in Canada with Calgary facility AVAD, LLC, a distributor of custom home electronics, has expanded its presence in Canada with the opening of its Calgary facility—its second Canadian location. The new facility will feature AVAD’s blend of best brands, in-depth training and service to western Canadian custom installers and retailers. |
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Dealers should consider automating for the future While some say home automation is the next big thing, it hasn't seen tremendous growth, thanks to its cost and complexity - not to mention a downturn in the U.S. housing market. Despite this, some security dealers are finding ways to bring on additional revenue by adopting home automation product lines, though understanding the market and new technologies are critical to success. Software House has announced that Mississauga, Ont.,-based Diebold Company of Canada has been named as an Enterprise Partner in the 2008 Software House Dealer Certification Program. |
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SP&T Integrator of the Year The Integrator of the Year award, sponsored by Anixter Canada, is designed to recognize a security systems integrator that has demonstrated dedication, professionalism, innovation and customer service. We will consider all nominations provided they adhere to the following criteria: The company offers security integration services, i.e. solves a customer's problem by designing, installing and implementing a solution that meets that customer's security needs. The company operates in Canada. The project(s) was completed for a Canadian customer. The size of the project or cost involved is not the most important factor when we judge a winner. All companies are eligible, from the largest multi-national to an organization with less than 100 employees. Please take the time to help us recognize excellence and achievement in security. |
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On deck: Coming up in the June/July issue of SP&T News Installation Focus: IP Video Technology focus: Biometrics Special Topic: Home Automation Company profile: Waterloo, Ont.-based Aimetis Corp. Product focus: Fire panels In every issue: |
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If the electronic security industry self-regulates, what's the most likely outcome? |
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Calendar
May 22-23, 2008 May 29, 2008 May 29-30, 2008 June 3, 2008 June 10-12, 2008 June 11, 2008 June 19-20, 2008 June 26, 2008 Sept. 11, 2008 Oct. 22-23, 2008 Oct. 29-30, 2008 |
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