Who are Schneider Electric? The French multinational company can trace its history back to 1836 when it was founded by two brothers, Adolphe and Joseph Schneider. Developing primarily as a machinery and steel manufacturer this changed to working…
What is Data centre infrastructure management (DCIM)? This is the convergence of IT and building facilities functions within an organisation. If you get DCIM right you will ensure the resilience, security, and sustainability of your IT systems.…
What is a UPS? Protecting your IT appliances and IP security systems, against power cuts and surges has become more important than ever to ensure business continuity. Additionally, if you want to ensure your security systems,…
What is server room monitoring? It is the active monitoring of your critical IT spaces, to ensure your systems that your organisation relies on, continue safely and efficiently. This is predominantly environmental monitoring but also covers power monitoring, intruder…
It is now fast approaching the date of the closure of BT Redcare. The company, which historically is the UK’s largest provider of alarm signalling, ceases operations on 1st August 2025. Last year BT Redcare launched a collaboration with…
In the modern age of security, cloud-based systems are transforming how businesses and individuals monitor their premises. These advanced solutions leverage cloud storage to offer scalable, flexible, and remotely accessible options for enhancing security measures. What…
Who are HKC Security? Established in Ireland in 1990, the company has expanded into the UK where it has a base in the West Midlands. It was taken over by Swedish-headquartered access control and door locking…
Orisec claims to be the fastest growing UK manufacturer and distributor of intruder alarm equipment. The company, which is headquartered in Lancashire, provides its security solutions to professional alarm installers, like Security Group. The company won Global Business of the…
An Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) is a monitoring station, manned by people 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Teams who work in ARCs monitor a range of systems, including fire and intruder alarms, systems…
Government guidance has been issued to businesses impacted by the disposable vape ban which takes effect from 1st June this year. This includes all types of shops or online retailers that sell vapes, vape manufacturers, importers and…
