Door Security + Safety: Closing Thoughts
As our industry changes, the media takes notice. Byron Whetstone, CEO of American Direct, has defined 3 trends impacting Contract Hardware in the “Closing Thoughts” of the March issue of DHI.
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3 Definitive Trends for Contract Hardware
by Byron Whetstone, American Direct President and CEO For some time, I have commented on the catalytic transformation in business from what Thomas Friedman has called the “4th Industrial Revolution” and another phrase he has coined as the “age of accelerations”. The reference is at once an allusion to the…
Read MoreNEW Issue of Total Access Magazine Available Now!
Total Access Magazine is your source for the latest news, resources, and insights on totally integrated security solutions at the door opening. Read about the latest developments in the access control industry. The convergence of Division 28 and 8 is opening opportunities for a new type of security service provider capable…
Read MoreWho Owns the Door?
Let’s be honest, doors can be a real pain. For each door opening, there are dozens of mechanical and electrified components, specified and sourced from multiple manufacturers. The end product must meet the design, form, and budget of the architect, security consultant, and end user. The general contractor has to…
Read MoreThe New Total Access Magazine issue is here
Total Access Magazine is your source for the latest news, resources, and insights on totally integrated security solutions at the door opening. Read about the latest developments in the access control industry. The convergence of Division 28 and 8 is opening opportunities for a new type of security service provider…
Read MoreLook Beyond the Door
The entire industry of access control is evolving minute by minute and companies are taking note. Those that have sat idle with their existing security systems are now perking up. They are not only intrigued by the kinds of technology now being utilized, but they are buying and implementing the…
Read MoreIs DISRUPTION and GAME CHANGING the Same Thing?
We all are reading about AI, and the benefits of using algorithms to predict outcomes, and automations that will displace humans, and do jobs that will make humanity obsolete. Is that disruption or game changing? Driverless cars, flying taxis, robotics, is this the Jetsons or what? Read the article: http://bit.ly/32kJGPY
Read MoreAccessNsite Announces Major Software Updates To Access Control Software
April 5, 2018 LENEXA, KS — AccessNsite®, the security software division of American Direct, announced today significant new features to the software that allow integration to key physical security and surveillance devices. The updates include integration with elevator manufacturers Otis Elevator Company and Thyssenkrupp Elevator, intercom manufacturers 2N Intercom and…
Read MoreAccessNsite Updates Enhance ASSA ABLOY Compatibility
New Updates Create Software Compatibility with IN120 Locks AccessNsite by American Direct announced upgrades to its software, creating unique usability features with ASSA ABLOY IN120 locks. “The changes we’ve made to AccessNsite give us the ability to do some unique things with the IN120,” said Jerry Glynn, Chief Information Officer…
Read MoreAccessNsite Updates Improve Allegion Compatibility
New Updates Create Software Compatibility with Allegion and Von Duprin April 2, 2019 LENEXA, KS — Today, AccessNsite by American Direct announced upgrades to its software, creating increased compatibility with Allegion products. “These updates allow users increased flexibility and usage with Allegion products,” said Jerry Glynn, Chief Information Officer with…
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