Unlocked

ASSA ABLOY presents a podcast series about the security issues and challenges facing colleges and universities. Hear from various industry experts and your peers about their experiences as they navigate the world of campus security and access control.

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Unlocking the Security of Security

Often overlooked among physical security projects is the security and safety of the hardware devices themselves. On this final episode of Unlocked, three campus security experts share how to keep your physical security devices secure, and why it’s just as important as cybersecurity. Also learn some great tips on how to improve communications between campus departments to help your physical security projects go from committee meetings to reality.

Oct 29, 2017•Season 1Ep. 5

Unlocking the Smart Card

If you’re looking to install a new door access system for your campus, or you’re finally upgrading from a legacy system. You have a lot of decisions to make. Not only do you need to choose the right access software and locking hardware. And you need to find a knowledgeable and trustworthy integrator to install and service your system. But you also need to determine which card technology is right for your campus. And the last one is not always as easy as it might seem. Whether you call them crede...

Sep 12, 2017•29 min

Unlocking Video Surveillance

Security cameras are smarter than ever before. The move from analog to IP-based digital video surveillance has allowed cameras to go from a documentary tool to one that can now be used to prevent crimes. However, with extra convenience comes the additional potential for vulnerability. On this episode of Unlocked we look at the constant cyber security threats to your campus and the tools available to combat these dangers.

Jul 12, 2017•24 min

Unlocking Physical Security Costs

We take you on the journey of an IT Director at a small college as he navigates through the sometimes choppy waters of purchasing and implementing a new door access system for his campus. Hear some best practices from a leading integrator on how you can avoid some of the pitfalls when starting your own physical security project.

Feb 10, 2017•17 min

Unlocking Campus Lockdown

Active shooter emergencies are a reality on today's campuses. On this first episode of Unlocked, we take a look at what can go wrong during these emergencies and what can be done to make sure students, staff and faculty are kept safe. Learn about the different lockdown procedures and protocols, and why every campus needs to have a good emergency preparedness plan in place.

Oct 25, 2016•18 min

Teaser Episode

ASSA ABLOY is pleased to present Unlocked, a 6-episode podcast series about the security issues and challenges that colleges and universities face as they strive to create a safe and secure learning environment. Host Brian Adoff—co-founder of campus card data management company SwiftData Technology —guides you through a variety of topics and trends within the world of campus security and access control. Hear from various industry experts and your peers about their experiences as they navigate th...

Sep 21, 2016

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