How an idea with heart is transforming an entire industry
No one could have predicted this moment 30 years ago – not even us. Our CEO, Byron Whetstone set out on a journey to solve…
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AccessNsite Latest Release: 7.9.31
AccessNsite 7.9.31 is now available and brings a list of improvements and bug fixes. First, there has been a major upgrade of DMP (Digital Monitor…
Read MoreSupply Chain Alternatives?
I’m Byron Whetstone, CEO of American Direct. The supply chain issues in the security industry are becoming very interesting. Lead times are extended, it is…
Read MoreVideo Surveillance and VMS, another piece of American Direct’s Total Security Solution
When it comes to video surveillance and management, AccessNsite integrates seamlessly with legacy platforms, partners and IP technology. Whether you have an existing system, or…
Read MoreCreate, Integrate, Control
I’m Byron Whetstone, CEO of American Direct. Since the start of 2022 I’ve been thinking an awful lot about context. What I mean by context…
Read MoreNew Hybrid Channel Paradigm = “Disruption”?
Recently there has been some extensive speculation about the need for disruption/change in the “contract hardware distribution” channel. Examples given, include “pre-install of hardware before…
Read MoreAmerican Direct is heading to Vegas
Hello I’m Byron Whetstone, CEO of American Direct and we’re headed next week to the International Security Conference in Las Vegas. We’re very excited because…
Read MoreDisruption in the Contract Hardware space
We are the technology provider at the edge of the door I’m Byron Whetstone the CEO of American Direct and recently there’s been some fairly…
Read MoreAmerican Direct helps Cal Poly South Student Housing project attain LEED platinum certification
USGBC’s core value is their commitment to transforming buildings, they believe every person deserves a better, more sustainable life. For over 25 years the…
Read MoreStaying safe with rising crime
In the past year 71% of people interviewed during a study conducted by Harris Poll stated that they perceived the crime rate in the U.S….
Read MoreReturning to Normalcy
Did you know, 70% of people are afraid to return to public activity and at the same time 55% miss going to events according to…
Read MoreAdapting to Change
It has been about 14 months since COVID 19 lockdowns were first issued and America faced a challenge that was new and frightening. Through the…
Read MoreEverything is Changing – Disrupting the Status Quo
Four steps that American Direct is taking to meet change head on and how we are thriving with disruption. I recently came across an article…
Read MoreComplete Security Solutions For Campus Administrators
Total Control & Peace of Mind Total access control eliminates the need for thousands of keys and allows security personnel to monitor all door openings…
Read MoreSecurity By Design
Data is key Credential technologies have come a long way since first introduced over 30 years ago. Despite the availability of newer, more secure options,…
Read MoreYour Building Project :: Do you have complete control at every door?
Smarter Buildings = More Complex Challenges Technology marches on leaving End Users and General Contractors contemplating how to leverage current access control technology into their…
Read MoreSeamlessly Secure Every Opening of Your Building
Keep your projects on budget With one seamless solution for your security needs, you’ll save time, money and keep your projects on budget. Total control…
Read MoreTop 5 Factors for a New Access Control System
Credential technologies have come a long way since first introduced over 30 years ago. Despite the availability of newer, more secure options, many facilities are…
Read MoreChannel Change is Furious
For the many contract hardware distributors and commercial integrators, investments in technology will likely be the difference of who wins and who loses. We are…
Read MoreEarly Collaboration is the Key to Success
From Idea To Installation Webcor Builders chose American Direct to provide doors, frames, and hardware for over 1,300 openings for the new student housing campus…
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