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In our goal to keep IT simple for your company, our blogs are designed to inspire and educate about networking and security topics that we believe you’ll find of interest.

At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, we know that most businesses didn’t get started because they had a passion for dealing with networking and security. Ours did, of course, and that makes us a valuable resource so you can focus on what you are most qualified to do and passionate about. We also know it helps if you have some understanding of how these systems work, so our blog is designed to make IT simpler to understand. You’ll find helpful topics related to access control systems, camera systems, IT services, and more.

Reasons to Invest in Electrified Locking Hardware

March 15, 2021 No Comments

As you can guess from our name, we at I-Tech Security and Network Solutions are committed to helping you keep your business secure. We offer many types of security technology for this purpose, from high-tech options like camera networks and access control systems, to more analogue solutions like door locks and hardware. In this article, we’ll be focusing on a type of product that sits in the middle of this spectrum, namely electrified locking hardware. We’ll cover some of the reasons to invest in this technology and how it can help your business. Security. The most obvious reason to invest in electrified locking hardware is that it increases your business’ overall security. With this hardware in place, you can remotely control and monitor your locks, ensuring that they are engaged when they need to be. It also allows you to record activity over time, allowing you to track patterns in who uses which doors and when, which can reveal potential weaknesses so that you can address them as soon as possible. Savings. Another reason to get electrified locking hardware is that it will likely save you money in the long run. With an electronic system, you won’t have to pay to have keys cut for every employee, or to have the lock re-keyed in the event that a key goes missing. Instead, you can use the system to automatically reset the locks to ensure that no one can enter without the right authorization. Peace of Mind. Lastly, electrified locking hardware gives you greater peace of mind about the safety and security of your business. You will never have to worry about you or an employee leaving the door unlocked, as the system will make sure that everything is properly locked and bolted.

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How Facial Recognition Works

February 26, 2021 No Comments

At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, we want to help you keep your business safe. We offer many tools and technologies that will give your facility the reliable protection you need, and one of the most cutting-edge options is facial recognition. In this article, we’ll go over more about how facial recognition technology works so that you can decide if it’s right for your needs. The basic steps of digital facial recognition can be broken down like this: A picture of someone’s face is captured, either via a still photo or a video. This picture might show the individual alone or in a crowd, with their face towards the camera or in profile. The software will still be able to analyze the image. The facial recognition software then scans the geometry of the face, identifying key “facial landmarks” that distinguish one face from another, such as the distance between the eyes, length of the nose, etc. Depending on the specific program, as many as 68 of these landmarks can be used to analyze a face and generate a string of data known as the facial signature. Once the software has calculated the facial signature, it will compare it against one or more databases of known faces, such as those maintained by various police departments or federal agencies. According to experts, as many as 117 million Americans appear in one or more police databases, giving facial recognition technology a large pool of data to work with. Finally, the program makes a determination, matching the face in the image captured at your business to one in the database.

Key Features of Effective Commercial Security Systems

February 15, 2021 No Comments

At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, we understand that you care about your business and that you want to keep it secure. Our team offers a range of top-notch commercial security options to help you do just that, as well as the right expertise to make the best recommendations for your needs. To help you get started in thinking about what your facility needs to maintain security, we have put together this list of the key features of effective commercial security systems. A backup power supply – No matter what specific devices it employs, a commercial security system should always have a backup source of energy. After all, you don’t want to leave your facility vulnerable in the event of a power outage. Professional monitoring – Another key part of an effective commercial security system is monitoring services. Having your system monitored by trained professionals will ensure that you know whether your alarm was triggered by an actual intruder or by a stray cat in the alley, as well as give you greater peace of mind. Remote access – When a breach or incident occurs, your security system should also alert you, not just the monitoring agents or the authorities, that it happens. Most of our systems connect to web servers and mobile apps to let you check in on your business no matter where you are. Cameras – Security cameras are an important part of your business’ overall defenses, as they allow you to monitor all your entrances for intruders. If an incident does occur, they also make it easier for the authorities to identify the perpetrator. Recordkeeping capabilities – Commercial security systems should also be able to keep track of any breaches that occur so that you can look for patterns or potential weaknesses in your armor.

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Reasons to Hire a Security Consultant

January 15, 2021 No Comments

Our team at i-Tech Security and Network Solutions knows that you want to keep your business safe, and one of the best ways to do that is to work with a qualified security consultant. Our experts have been working in the security industry for over two decades, so we have the right experience to identify any weaknesses in your current system and recommend the best solutions for your needs. In this article, we’ll go over some of the reasons why you should hire a security consultant to help protect your business. Expert Assessment. The first reason you should hire a security consultant is that they can give you a fresh, unbiased look at your current system and its strengths and weaknesses. When you see and work with something every day, you can become too accustomed to its quirks to recognize when they are causing problems. Our team has both the necessary expertise and distance to accurately assess your system for weaknesses. Industry Knowledge. Another reason to hire a security consultant like those on our team is that we have the comprehensive knowledge of the industry to recommend the best solutions to any issues that you are having. We make sure to stay up to date with the latest advances in security technology and strategy so that we can offer you the best possible advice. Convenience. Lastly, hiring a security consultant is the most convenient way of addressing your security issues. We can examine your facility, design your new system, and install your new equipment while you are free to oversee the day-to-day operation of your business. Once we are done, you will be able to enjoy greater peace of mind about your business’ overall security.

How License Plate Recognition Improves Your Security

December 30, 2020 No Comments

When it comes to keeping a business secure, most people focus on the building itself, adding equipment such as cameras, access control systems, and even sturdier door hardware to shore up its defenses and deter intruders. Not as many people extend their efforts into the parking lot, which we at i-Tech Security and Network Solutions think is a mistake. In this article, we’ll go over how adding license plate recognition improves your overall security, and why you should invest in it. Monitoring and Tracking. A big part of the value of license plate recognition is that it allows you to monitor the various vehicles that enter your parking area, and to track patterns over time. This allows you to identify any suspicious or concerning behavior, such as the same vehicle showing up after hours night after night, or the vehicle of a former employee with a grudge approaching your facility. It also gives you more information to give the authorities in the event of an incident. Access Control. Building on our first point, license plate monitoring is a great tool for access control. One of the most effective ways to keep your business, your employees, and your clients safe is by controlling who can go where within your facility. License plate recognition gives you an additional barrier to entry, allowing you to identify unauthorized persons and turn them away before they even enter the parking lot.

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Intro to Video Analytics

December 15, 2020 No Comments

Security cameras have been used for decades to help keep businesses safe. However, how effective they are depends on a few different factors, with the most important one being how that video is being monitored and interpreted–a security guard or manager typically can’t keep up with all the footage from every camera, which can quickly accumulate into the thousands of hours of video. Fortunately, they don’t have to, but can instead rely on video analytics software like what we offer here at i-Tech Security and Network Solutions. In this article, we’ll go over the basics on what video analytics is and how it works. Video analytics is a type of security software that works with your security cameras, scanning the footage for suspicious behavior. When you set up the software, you will be able to specify certain parameters for what the software should look for, and then the software will alert you when it detects anything matching those criteria. The old model of video surveillance, which typically relied on one or more guards watching a live feed from the cameras and trying to detect suspicious behavior, is both ineffective and impractical–no matter how focused someone is, their attention will inevitably wander at some point. With video analytics software, you will be able to identify potential trouble with far greater accuracy and consistency, as the computers can gain more information than you can from the footage. Our software can alert you of any developing incidents in the moment and allow you to track patterns and identify individuals to further improve your security in the future.

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What You Need to Know About Visitor Management Systems

November 30, 2020 No Comments

Here at i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, our goal is to help you keep your business and employees safe. One important tool for doing this is a visitor management system. While it would be nice if everyone who came to your business had the best of intentions, in reality this is not true, and you need to be able to prevent bad actors from causing harm. Visitor management systems allow you to identify and track every person who comes to your facility so that you can keep people out of areas where they’re not supposed to be and prevent troublemakers from coming back. Modern visitor management systems can do so much more than act as a sign-in sheet. In addition to recording visitors’ names and arrival times, the systems that our team offers can take photos of each new face to help you identify them later, and print those photos on ID badges to show that they have permission to be there (and conversely, allow you to identify anyone who does not). They can also direct visitors on where to go and what to do if a receptionist is not available, and can send alerts of their arrival via SMS, email, or Slack to the employees they are there to see. Visitor management systems make accepting deliveries easier, whether they contain supplies, documents, or food orders. With our visitor management systems, you will be able to more effectively direct and monitor visitors in the moment, as well as better keep track of patterns and spot concerning behaviors.

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Advantages of Using Biometric Readers in Your Security

November 16, 2020 No Comments

If you run a business, it’s only natural to want to keep it as secure as possible, and our team at i-Tech Security and Network Solutions is here to help you do that. We offer a range of effective, reliable solutions to keep your business safe, and one of the best is our biometric readers. In this article, we’ll go over some of the advantages of using biometric readers in your security to help you decide if they are right for you. Reliability. One of the key advantages of biometric readers is their incredible reliability. Using multiple biometrics, such as fingerprints and retinal imaging, they can identify unique individuals with 100% accuracy. In addition, biometric information is virtually impossible to forge, so you will have greater peace of mind. Convenience. Another advantage of biometric readers over other security options is that they give you greater convenience. Instead of having to keep track of ID badges or keys, which can get lost, you can simply scan your fingerprint or other biometric, which is always with you. In addition, the installation process for biometric readers is simple enough that our team can get it done quickly so that you can return to your routine. It also greatly reduces the amount of paperwork necessary to keep track of who enters your facility and where they’re allowed to go. Return on Investment. Lastly, biometric readers provide great value for money. They significantly lower your administrative costs, as well as any password reset costs. On top of that, they go a long way toward preventing fraud and abuse, so they are well worth the investment.

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How Access Control Systems Help Keep Your Business Safe

October 30, 2020 No Comments

At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, our top priority is helping you keep your business safe, and one of the ways that we can do that is by offering high-quality access control systems. To put it simply, access control systems are designed to let you keep track of who goes where in your facility, and to place limits on who can access which areas. In this article, we’ll go over more about how access control systems keep your business secure so that you can make an informed decision on the matter. Control Who Enters and Exits. One of the ways that access control systems improve your business’ security is by collecting information on who enters your facility at what time, and when they leave again. In many of these systems, employees can simply scan in with a key card, which generates a timestamp in the system and allows you to grant or restrict access to different areas. You can similarly monitor other visitors, including customers, employee family members, and delivery people to ensure that they stay where they are supposed to. Protect Your Data. Access control systems can also protect your company’s digital assets, not just the physical building. Our access control systems allow you to manage what data your employees can access, and to prevent visitors from being able to access confidential information. Coordinate Your Building’s Other Systems. Lastly, some of the access control systems that we offer are so sophisticated that they can even instruct the building’s lighting and HVAC systems to turn on or off when necessary. If the control system sees that people are working in an area of the building, it can make sure that they have enough light and the right temperature to do so, while if it sees that no one is there it can kill the lights and save that energy.

There have been many advances in access control systems

Why You Should Consider Updating Your Access Control System

October 15, 2020 No Comments

There have been many advances in access control systems over the past few years. If you haven’t considered how a newer system could benefit your company, it may be time to do some research by scheduling a consultation with a security consulting firm. The right system can be a valuable investment and save you money in the long run. Here are a few of the benefits that you could enjoy by updating to one of the newer access control systems. You can simplify access control without needing to be constantly observant. With automated access control systems that are fully integrated, you need only respond to breaches and other concerns rather than stay glued to several video monitors. It is easy to add new personnel and remove those leaving. No more needing to change the locks or hope that your employees haven’t made extra keys so they can return weeks or months from now and cause trouble. Access control systems are easy to manage and cost-effective. With cloud-based access control, you can check into your system at any time, from any place. Most companies experience lower labor costs related to access security. These are just a few of the benefits that your company can experience when upgrading. At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, we offer a variety of access control systems and have the expertise to match you with the best solution for your company. Not only do we meticulously install any hardware or software needed, but we also thoroughly train you on its use and we are available going forward if you have any questions.

IP Cameras: Spotlight on Multi-Lens Cameras

September 30, 2020 No Comments

Remember that as you were growing up you were convinced that your parents had eyes in the back of their heads? It seemed like you couldn’t get away with anything. Even with their back turned toward you, they somehow knew when you were misbehaving. As a business owner, you might wish you had that same gift so that you could see everything going on within your company’s walls and around the exterior, as well. The good news is that with IP cameras, you can capture what is going on anywhere and then search it at your leisure or with video analytics to resolve issues quickly. There are many different types of IP cameras that you can use with camera systems, including fixed IP cameras, pan tilt and zoom (PTX) cameras, fisheye cameras, license plate cameras, thermal cameras, cover cameras, and the one this article will focus on: multi-lens cameras. The benefit of multi-lens IP cameras is that one camera can capture many different directions without the need for multiple cameras. That means just one housing to put into place, which is helpful if you do not want to mar the aesthetics of a building with multiple IP cameras. It also saves you money as you do not need additional Cat6 cable and only one camera license is needed. At i-Tech Security and Network Solutions, we can help you determine which IP cameras are best for your situation, as well as which of the multi-lens cameras would give you the coverage you desire. We have them in 180 degree, 270 degree, and 360 degree views and in a variety of megapixels. Contact us today to learn more.

i-Tech Security and Network Solutions
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Our

Blogs

Reasons to Invest in Electrified Locking Hardware

How Facial Recognition Works

Key Features of Effective Commercial Security Systems

Reasons to Hire a Security Consultant

How License Plate Recognition Improves Your Security

Intro to Video Analytics

What You Need to Know About Visitor Management Systems

Advantages of Using Biometric Readers in Your Security

How Access Control Systems Help Keep Your Business Safe

Why You Should Consider Updating Your Access Control System

IP Cameras: Spotlight on Multi-Lens Cameras

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