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IPVM's independent reporting is divided into 3 categories: (1) Public, (2) Info+: news, profiles, tutorials, etc. and (3) Research: tests, shootouts, competitive and financial analysis.
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Major Moves - Security Manufacturers 2014 / 2015

This guide summarizes the biggest moves of security manufacturers in 2014 and 2015, concentrating on acquisitions, fund raising, significant stock...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 8 Comments Info plus reports label

This Spec Wizard Makes a Mockery Out of RFPs

Terrible RFPs are commonplace. If only there was a way to make it easy to generate terrible RFPs. Well, Honeywell, Vicon and Aiphone are working...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 3 Comments Info plus reports label

Tracking Integrated IR Camera Max Range

Integrated IR has become a very popular option for cameras, with more than 30% of cameras IPVM track now having that. Some manufacturers specify...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

The Most Secure Lock Ever? (Hint: Nope)

High security locks are big business, but even the most advanced examples are vulnerable to simple exploits. Now, a new lock from a small...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 4 Comments Info plus reports label

Learn How To Choose The Right Camera

There's more than 40 criteria that impact choosing the right camera. We explain how to choose from: Resolution CODECs Frame Rate Form...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

Milestone Terminates All US Manufacturer Reps

In a complete turn-around to a move started just a year ago, Milestone has terminated all US manufacturer representative firms. In this note, we...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 23 Comments Info plus reports label

Manufacturer Sales Pitches Revealed

IPVM sent a 'secret shopper' to ISC East 2014 to talk to manufacturer sales reps at their booths. We wanted to understand and contrast how they...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 23 Comments Info plus reports label

Arecont Monster Raise - $80 Million

In the biggest private surveillance industry fundraising event, Arecont Vision has raised $80 million. However, they have taken an extremely...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

Camera Commissioning Labor Standards

Adding to our Camera Install Labor Standards, IPVM has established standards for the following two common scenarios: "How many manhours would...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 5 Comments Info plus reports label

Samsung Surveillance Sold Off To Hanwha

As part of a major move involving numerous divisions, Samsung has sold off its stake in its video surveillance business. In this note, we examine...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 41 Comments Info plus reports label

Camera Comparison Tool Released

Now you can find the exact differences between multiple camera models you are considering, with the new IPVM Camera Comparison Tool. Don't just...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago | 22 Comments Info plus reports label

Cable Labor Estimate Standard - Ceiling Runs

Running cabling is routinely one of the biggest costs on a new project, and being able to estimate basic costs is an important first step for end...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

Genetec Hybrid Cloud Examined

Mass market VSaaS is a tough play, as shown in Genetec's Canadian Chinese buffet win. Now, Genetec's newest cloud release, a Hybrid Cloud...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

Live from ISC East 2014

The most important security show in the world... According to New Yorkers. This is our ISC East 2014 live review. Items covered: Tri-Ed...

By IPVM Team - over 9 years ago | 7 Comments Info plus reports label

Startup - Smart Door Barricade

Barricade your door. And control it via your phone. Smartlocks are increasingly commonplace, but this startup is taking a different approach....

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 12 Comments Info plus reports label

Camera Labor Estimation Standard - 2014

IPVM is proud to release the first ever surveillance camera labor estimation standards. These standards help integrators improve the accuracy and...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 22 Comments Info plus reports label

Axis Corner Mount Camera Q8414-LVE Examined

Few options exist for corner mount cameras. Despite this, they are a popular choice for jails, elevators and other confined areas. Axis has now...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 18 Comments Info plus reports label

Camera Lens Finder Released

Need a camera with a 100° AoV or greater? Want a camera with a built in 20mm lens? Looking for a camera that supports at least 3-10mm...

By John Honovich - over 9 years ago Info plus reports label

ADT Sued, Claimed 'Easily Hacked'

A lawsuit has been filed against ADT. The class action complaint claims ADT's wireless systems are 'easily hacked', that ADT knows this and yet...

By Brian Rhodes - over 9 years ago | 9 Comments Info plus reports label


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