Anixter Security Revenue Declines
By John Honovich
Last quarter, we reviewed how Anixter's security business was struggling. Now, new financial results and management disclosures show that things...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago
With the best manufacturer support selected, we now turn to the worse. The two key issues integrators raised were: Screwing up / delaying...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 22 Comments
"I'll take whatever's cheapest" is perhaps the most hated phrase any salesman could hear. Yet high cost is the biggest complaint of many security...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago
With so many access options in the market, how many platforms do integrators typically sell? Moreover, why do they chose the lines the sell, and...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago
Integrators told us who the best and worst manufacturers are at providing customer support were. The companies that stood out included Arecont...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 3 Comments
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Starting July 1, 2014, Pelco has made significant price cuts across their mid to high end IP camera lines. In this note, we examine the price cuts...
By Ethan Ace - about 10 years ago | 2 Comments
This is a fascinating case study of how a VSaaS startup recognized the flaws in that market and are using their experience to build a hosted API...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 4 Comments
How much profits do integrators typically make on access control projects? Is access one of the last havens for fat paydays, or are profits being...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago
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Personal safety is a growing concern for many, but a complete solution means carrying several devices: a pepper spray can, siren, and then fumbling...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 23 Comments
Here's what integrators say are their 5 top problems with electronic access control: High cost End-user knowledge Lowball Competition Complex...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 11 Comments
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Last year, an inventor / troll said they were going to sue end users for violating a patent they have on video surveillance technology. Now, they...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 27 Comments
The shocking acquisition of Milestone by Canon and the rapid ascent of 'solution' provider Avigilon has increased questions about the viability of...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 27 Comments
Cameras frequently need conduit to protect wires and cables connecting them to the headend / recorder. However, with so many types available, it...
By Ethan Ace - about 10 years ago | 6 Comments
What are the favorite access control software platforms? Is it the elder incumbents like Honeywell, Lenel and Software House? Or can newer...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 22 Comments
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When it comes to the most popular way to unlock a door, which access credential type holds the favored spot among integrators? The 'contenders'...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 8 Comments
Many integrators hate maglocks. However, they are a common sight on many controlled openings. But how widely are they used? In our exclusive...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 14 Comments
OnSSI is promoting what it calls 'Mix and Match [link no longer available]' that they say will save money on VMS purchases. Generally, VMS...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 4 Comments
Axis' seesaw growth continues. After Axis missed and profits sank in Q1 2014, the second quarter's overall growth numbers improved (20% growth in...
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 7 Comments
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There is a new entrant in the hosted access market, Feenics. Not only are they aiming for the cloud, they are looking to expand into advanced...
By Brian Rhodes - about 10 years ago | 3 Comments
All IPVM members can download our new IP Camera Statistics 2014 report. Here's what's inside the 54 page guide:
By John Honovich - about 10 years ago | 3 Comments
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