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Physical security

Physical Access Control: How It Works in 2023

on March 1, 2023 | By Jay Palter
Choosing the right type of access control can be a daunting task. The range of different authentication methods on the market today is broader than ever. Each method has its strengths, too. So how do you pick one?
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Law Enforcement

Which Law Enforcement Podcasts are Actually Worth My Time?

on February 23, 2023 | By Jay Palter
It feels like there’s a never-ending scroll of law enforcement podcasts out there, with more popping up every week. And while the shared experiences of every LEO, attorney, detective, and other professional are valuable, so is your time. 
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Key Security

Video - KeyTracer RFID Key Fob Torture Test

on February 15, 2023 | By Jay Palter
There’s a reason that each KeyTracer RFID key fob comes with a lifetime guarantee. It’s because we know they are designed to stand up to whatever abuse they might face in your workplace.
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key management

10 Best Practices for Casino Key Management

on February 8, 2023 | By Jay Palter
Physical keys are an excellent, cost-effective form of access control. We may live in an increasingly-digital world full of networked business systems and always-on IoT devices, but the usefulness of small, simple metal keys for security can’t be denied.
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Warehouses/Manufacturing

Best Practices for Managing Warehouse Scanners

on February 1, 2023 | By Jay Palter
Modern warehouses and distribution centers are hives of activity. Workers, inventory, and equipment buzz around in a non-stop dance to get orders on the road. Hopefully, on time. 
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Physical security

15 Top Podcasts for Security Professionals in 2023

on January 25, 2023 | By Jay Palter
Falling behind carries greater risk when you work in the physical and cyber security sectors. You’ll cost your company money in other business disciplines if you’re out of step with the latest technology and trends. In security, peoples’ lives could be on the line. 
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Hotels & Resorts

Managing Electronic Devices With a Hotel Equipment Management System

on January 19, 2023 | By Jay Palter
By its very nature, the hospitality industry is constantly searching for ways to improve the customer experience. Quicker sign-ins, improved staff workflows, and personalized experiences for each customer are all ways hotels aim to set themselves apart in an increasingly competitive industry. 
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Physical security

2023 Tech Trends in Physical Security

on January 11, 2023 | By Mike French
Security professionals can never rest. Finding time to pause and look over the horizon can seem impossible when so many pressing demands exist in the here and now. That feels more true today than ever before. 
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trends

2023 Forecast: Smart Technology Trends Across Sectors

on January 4, 2023 | By Mike French
It’s a safe bet that 2023 will present business and security professionals with a host of new challenges and opportunities. Of course, reality always seems to throw us curveballs, but we can make some educated predictions about what might be around the corner in the new year.
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Top 10

Our Top 10 Most Read Articles of 2022

on December 21, 2022 | By Jay Palter
2022 is coming to a close. It was a whirlwind year for us at Real Time Networks, and we know it was for our customers and partners too. The stream of challenges and new opportunities, from workforce instability to disruptive technologies and ongoing supply chain issues, might never end.
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