Integrated Hospitality Fosters Peace of Mind
As millions of Americans take the highways and airports for vacations, holidays, or corporate travel, hotels across the country are ready to welcome them and…
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American 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 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 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 MoreYour Bottom Line is Our Top Priority
Our clients love us because we offer a comprehensive, collaborative approach that suits their site needs first and foremost. Working with American Direct National Accounts…
Read MoreAccessNsite – A total access control solution that is smart, simple and seamless
AccessNsite is a total access control solution with powerful systems interoperability and automation configurable to a building’s distinct needs — whether you have two doors…
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 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 MoreAccessNsite 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 MoreHow 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…
Read MoreBLACK-DIALLO-MILLER RESIDENCE HALL
Location: University of Georgia, Athens, GA General Contractor: Turner Construction The University of Georgia, founded in 1785 and commonly referred to as UGA or simply…
Read MoreMissouri Western State University Adds Access Control
Location: Missouri Western State University For more than 30 years, American Direct has been one of the nation’s leading providers of architectural doors, frames, and…
Read MoreThe Subtle Balance of Museum Access Control:
Inviting, yet secure. Open, yet protected. Location: Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston, TX The Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) is an expansive, multi-story…
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…
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 MoreWhat is Your Retrofit Potential?
I’m Byron Whetstone, the CEO at American Direct and a couple of weeks ago we were at the NACCU show the National Association of Campus…
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 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 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…
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