How Social Media is Putting the New Cop on the Corner
Police forces have leveraged social media to the point where common cyberspace platforms like Twitter and Facebook are changing the way forces of all sizes do their work. Here's a great example. Timothy J. Henton writes on the FBI's website that social media is in fact on its way to becoming the modern version of the cop on the corner. His article talks about how many law enforcement officials are coming to see social media as a way to inform the public directly without going through more traditional media outlets. Beyond social media's ability to connect us and keep everyone…
Safe and Sound
Even in 2014, there are still people who leave their doors unlocked, and then there are people with apps on their smartphones who can see every room of their house or business. Where is the happy medium? The most recent Forbes 'America's Safest Cities' rankings came out with Plano, Texas at number one. While I'm sure that city is lovely, we are New Englanders, and as our customers, you are looking for that safety right in your own home or business. Your goal is to find a solution that would provide peace of mind; and to be proactively smart without…
The Top Three Benefits to Using High Resolution Internet Protocol Camera Systems
Property protection is a must in both business and personal life, with locks being essential items found on most properties in New England. Cameras are also becoming increasingly employed as a further protective measure, helping to detect intruders and identify theft. High-resolution camera systems, like the ones found at Tasco Security, are especially helpful for clear viewing. Considering that many homeowners and businesses install camera systems on their premises for security reasons, it might be surprising to know that there may be other equally-valid benefits to utilizing these helpful technology systems. Some of these benefits include: 1 - Workforce Productivity…
Why Remote Video Monitoring Is Another Feather in Innovation’s Cap
When business or average citizens have conversations about innovation, the usual suspects are often the same ones that get mentioned over and over. For business, the topics generally center on data analytics and the cloud. For the average person on the street, smartphone technology is usually at the center of things. However, security is another aspect that shouldn't get overlooked. Monitoring your home or business with professional security systems is the way to go in these modern times and the sure path to peace of mind. Camera systems have come a long way to the point where they offer complete…
The Benefits of Local Service vs. ADT, AT&T, and Comcast
When choosing a home security service, it might be tempting to choose a nationally known company like ADT or a multiple service provider such as AT&T or Comcast, but taking advantage of a local service instead can benefit you greatly. Tabatha Muntzinger writes for Charles Hudson: "with a simple check-in with your local BBB (Better Business Bureau), you'll be sure to find a local security company more than happy to protect your home and make sure you and your family's safety is of their utmost concern." Consider the following list of advantages when making your home security decision. Local Employees:…
Redundancy in Alarm Monitoring: Radio, Cellular, and Internet Backups
In today's interconnected world, it makes perfect sense that redundancy in alarm coverage, with radio, cellular, and Internet back ups, has become crucial. This redundancy is defined as the instance of multiple technological devices covering and receiving calls. Also, redundancy refers to the use of more than one central monitoring center which fields calls and relays them to multiple places until the call is answered. Redundancy ensures that despite weather, technological failure, power outages, or high call volume, your home or business will still be protected. Redundancy covers multiple bases for alarm monitoring in the sense that alarms are covered…
Benefits of Z Wave Devices
Z-Wave devices allow complete and seamless interaction among your home electronics, low powered radio waves that travel without hindrance through objects and space. According to Z-Wave Alliance, the technology is "a next-generation wireless ecosystem that lets all your home electronics talk to each other, and to you, via remote control. [It] unifies all your home electronics into an integrated wireless network, with no complicated programming and no new cables to run." The benefits of this technology as detailed by Rob Callahan, are numerous and multi-faceted. Z-Wave devices include: Wireless Technology: According to Z-Wave.com, the wireless technology of "Z-Wave...makes regular household…
Keeping New Year's Eve Happy
The best way to keep your New Year's Eve a happy one is to ensure that you, your family, and friends are safe! Taking a few simple precautions, whether you are entertaining at home or facing the crowds in the city, will guarantee a more enjoyable holiday for everyone. A major danger for those heading out on New Year's Eve is drunk driving. The roads are always busy and with the amount of celebrating going on, it is an extremely unfortunate guarantee that there will be intoxicated individuals behind the wheel. Protect yourself and others; don't be part of the…
Maintain a Safe Office
By taking a few precautions, you can ensure that your office is safe for you, your employees, and visitors. Taking a variety of factors into account is necessary, including both the physical and mental safety of workers and the hospitableness of the environment. The CDC asserts the importance of office safety and provides a clear explanation of all the elements to be considered: "Maintaining a healthy office environment requires attention to chemical hazards, equipment and work station design, physical environment (temperature, humidity, light, noise, ventilation, and space), task design, psychological factors (personal interactions, work pace, job control) and sometimes, chemical…
Personal Safety against Winter’s Chill
Winter brings joyous holiday celebrations and for many, outdoor activities like skiing, ice skating, or simply building a snowman in the backyard. It can also bring storms which leave homes without power and/or snowed in. Planning for protection against the cold weather, whether you have chosen to be in it or a blizzard has swept through your neighborhood, is the best way to ensure a safe and happy winter season. The CDC recommends these preparations for outside activity in winter: first and foremost, wear appropriate clothing. Lightweight layers of warm clothes, hats, mittens, scarves, and waterproof boots are a necessity.…
