5 ASIS Sessions NOT TO MISS

Aug 1, 2008 12:00 PM

The 54th Annual ASIS International Seminar, which takes place in Atlanta on Sept. 15-18, will feature more than 175 concurrent sessions as part of its annual educational program that runs alongside the exhibits. The sessions cover multiple security topics and critical issues, as well as core security management, best practices and strategies.

Here are five selected sessions that show the range and depth that this year's program includes, as well as who will head the session. Visit http://www.asisonline.org/education/programs/noframe/2008seminar/attendees/overview.pdf for specific times and locations.

1. COMPUTER SECURITY FOR THE PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGER

   Discover what you need to know to be able to work closely with the information technology (IT) department in areas such as access control, video surveillance and security systems.

   Ronald Lander, CPP, CMAS, Chief Specialist, Ultrasafe Security Solutions

   James Flannigan, Ph.D., Executive Director, United Security Group

2. PRACTITIONER FOCUS: ANALYTICS OR ANALYSIS? HOW WILL PHYSICAL SECURITY MANAGERS USE VIDEO SURVEILLANCE IN THE FUTURE?

   Object detection empowers security operators, but what tools do security managers need? Analyze video and access events and you can maximize the effectiveness of your security force. Learn how today's video analytics will move to post-imaging analysis, enhanced search engines and real-time analysis and prediction. Sponsored by the Physical Security Council.

   Steve Surfaro, Group Manager, Panasonic

   Charlie Pierce, Director, Integrated Security Technology, IPC International Corp.

   Steve Lindsey, CPP, Director Security Services, Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

   Carolyn Ramsey, Director, Program Management, Honeywell

3. CAMPUS STRATEGIC SECURITY INITIATIVES

   The Virginia Tech killings, bomb threats and other events have prompted many schools and institutions to procure Early Warning, Early Notification, Emergency Cell Phone and other notification systems to respond to crisis situations. This presentation offers solutions to communications issues and gives a clear perspective of the differences between products that operate individually and those that operate as a layered and integrated solution using a single step to initiate response protocols.

   Robert Lang, CPP, M.S., Assistant Vice President-Strategic Security and Safety, Kennesaw State University

4. MODELING AND SIMULATION FOR MULTI-HAZARD EVENTS

   The terrorist threat has accelerated the advancement of technologies to prevent, respond to and mitigate the effects of an attack. This presentation provides a fundamental understanding of some of these new technologies.

   Joseph Smith, PSP, MSCE, Senior Vice President, Applied Research Associates Inc.

5. CONDUCT YOUR BEST VIDEO SYSTEM SITE SURVEY

   Learn proven techniques of successful video site surveys. See more, save money and have a better system. Communicate your needs from survey to spec. Understand the latest in lighting systems and how to conduct a lighting survey. Are vehicles creating hazards at your facilities? Learn how to notice details in your survey that will lower your liabilities later. Sponsored by the Physical Security Council.

   Steve Surfaro, Group Manager, Panasonic

   Charlie Pierce, Director, Integrated Security Technology, IPC International Corp.

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