Tag: Honeywell
The war on cyber …
August 25, 2021Paul Ragusa, Editor
There is one thing cybersecurity experts can guarantee … no sorry, it’s not invincibility against an attack! It is, unfortunately, an assurance that cyberattacks – in their many shapes, forms, sizes and intensity – will continue for the foreseeable future, ad nauseum! But that doesn’t mean we have to take it sitting down. The cybersecurity world, and security professionals as well, need to continue to do their part to stay one step ahead of these cybercriminals,...
Honeywell previews latest security, fire technologies at ISC West 2021
July 20, 2021SSN Staff
LAS VEGAS—Honeywell is previewing the latest upgrades to its security and fire products this week at the 2021 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), July 19-21 in Las Vegas.
Conference attendees will have the opportunity to preview and learn more about Honeywell’s security and fire solutions that provide streamlined operational efficiency, real-time response, predictive analytics and flexible integration that can ultimately help reduce costs and increase revenue...
Harris County, Texas, adds Honeywell security system to its public buildings
June 7, 2021SSN Staff
ATLANTA and HOUSTON—Harris County, Texas, the third most populous county in the U.S., is deploying a new, next-generation Honeywell security system in its buildings that will help make them more efficient and easier to operate.
The new security system replaces multiple, disparate systems by integrating access control, security cameras, alarms and monitoring across the county's nearly 150 buildings situated over 1,777 square miles in Houston and the surrounding areas.
Texas-based...
Honeywell adds access control functionality to MAXPRO Cloud solutions portfolio
March 2, 2021SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Honeywell, a global manufacturer of security and automation solutions for residential and commercial applications, has announced the expansion of capabilities of its MAXPRO Cloud portfolio with the launch of MPA1 and MPA2, access control panels that offer cloud, web-based or on-premise hosting options.
“Our technologies can be integrated into existing systems, helping our customers create and maintain flexible, bespoke solutions best suited to their needs, which is...
Honeywell and IDEMIA partner to develop intelligent building offering
February 12, 2021SSN Staff
ATLANTA—Honeywell, a global leader in connected buildings, and IDEMIA, a global leader in augmented identity, announced a strategic alliance to create and cultivate an intelligent building ecosystem that provides a more seamless and enhanced experience for operators and occupants alike.
The alliance will integrate Honeywell’s security and building management systems with IDEMIA’s biometric-based access control systems to create frictionless, safer and more efficient buildings.
“We...
Security industry mourns sudden loss of 2GIG's Scott Simon
March 23, 2020SSN Staff
CARLSBAD, Calif.—Scott Simon, security industry trailblazer and co-founder of 2GIG Technologies, passed away suddenly, according to Lance Dean, with whom he co-founded 2GIG.“The news will come as a sad shock to many, as he had many friends after his 30 plus years in the industry,” Dean said in the announcement. “Scott was a fantastic expert in security and had so much knowledge. We all enjoyed working with him to 'revolution'-ize the industry. He certainly left his mark and...
Honeywell enters into brave new world of AI
May 22, 2019Paul Ragusa, Editor
ATLANTA—Following the recent announcement of its technology integration with Intel, which will enable new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in its MAXPRO connected security platform, it is clear that Honeywell is jumping with both feet into the brave new world of AI.The new security platform, which will support MAXPRO Network Video Recorders (NVR) and Video Management Systems (VMS), will incorporate Intel Vision products that enable advanced analytics, deep learning and facial recognition...
Honeywell Homes and ADI spin to be renamed Resideo
July 30, 2018Spencer Ives
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J.—Honeywell recently announced that Resideo will be the corporate name of the Honeywell Homes product portfolio and ADI global distribution businesses when they become a stand-alone, publicly traded company following completion of a spin that is expected by the end of 2018.Honeywell will license its brand to Resideo under a long-term agreement for use in its home comfort and security hardware, and software solutions for all channels.“As a standalone, independent business,...
Honeywell to offer DIY home security system
October 18, 2017Paul Ragusa, Editor
Honeywell began notifying customers this week about the launch of a new DIY home security system.
“We are actively working with our professional security dealer and installer customers to grow their businesses as this industry evolves," Brian Casey, vice president and general manager, Residential & Intrusion Solutions, Honeywell Security & Fire, told Security Systems News. “We believe the rapidly growing self-installed security space represents an opportunity for professional security...
Honeywell to spin off Home and ADI Global Distribution business
October 10, 2017Paul Ragusa, Editor
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J.—Honeywell announced today plans to spin its $4.5 billion Home and ADI Global Distribution business, which includes its security business, and its $3.0 billion Transportation Systems business, into two independent, publicly-traded companies by end of 2018. The planned separation transactions are intended to be tax-free spins to Honeywell shareowners for U.S. federal income tax purposes.“The new independent company will include home heating, ventilation and air conditioning...