ASIS, TCB to examine security changes, costs
The American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) has established a partnership with The Conference Board (TCB), a research and business membership...
Using smart cards to secure networks
New reports released by the Smart Card Alliance's Digital Security Initiative indicate that smart card technology is becoming integrated into leading...
TSA contemplates airline staff IDs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is developing plans to supply all pilots, maintenance workers and others who enter secure airport areas...
Mayors ask for further federal assistance
Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley told the Senate Committee on Appropriations that America's cities need federal assistance to cover rising security costs....
In the words of Tom Ridge...
The following are excerpted remarks of Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge to the American Society of Newspaper Editors. "Civilization itself is under...
Tyco unveils firefighter tracking system
Scott Health & Safety, Monroe, N.C., a business unit of Tyco International Ltd., Boca Raton, Fla., will introduce a firefighter tracking system at this...
Can suicide bombers strike in the U.S.?
Charles Slepian, CEO of the Foreseeable Risk Analysis Center, Tigard, Ore., says there is a significant risk of suicide bombers striking airport concourses...
Oregon airports get grant money
U.S. Department of Transportation secretary Norman Y. Mineta has announced $23 million in federal grants have been awarded to airports in Oregon. Portland...
Passport security to increase for Americans overseas
Americans living abroad will be furnished with a new passport incorporating a digitized image of the holder and other security features......
Airports wait to make room for machines
With a year-end deadline for the installation of explosives detection machines at all airports looming, some airports are waiting for a go-ahead on renovation efforts to make room for the machines......
SIA creates Homeland Security council
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has formed the SIA Homeland Security Advisory Council......
Camera network earmarked for National Mall
CCTV cameras are to be installed and constantly monitored at all major monuments on the Washington D.C. National Mall......
Camera network earmarked for National Mall
CCTV cameras are to be installed and constantly monitored at all major monuments on the Washington D.C. National Mall......
Camera network earmarked for National Mall
CCTV cameras are to be installed and constantly monitored at all major monuments on the Washington D.C. National Mall......
Detection technology exploding
PAUL ROTHMAN
With terrorist awareness at an all-time high, government security experts are searching for the state-of-the-art in bomb detection technology. From airports...
The search for answers in the rubble of the Twin Towers
PAUL ROTHMAN
The crumbled remains of the World Trade Center hold clues about how to enhance fire safety, structural engineering and security for present and future...
Searching for answers in the rubble
The crumbled remains of the World Trade Center hold clues about how to enhance fire safety, structural engineering and security for present and future...
Software takes guesswork out of emergency planning
JENNIFER PERO
A software program that simulates nuclear and chemical leaks and airborne biological agents can help guide officials in emergency preparedness planning....
Searching for answers in the rubble
The crumbled remains of the World Trade Center hold clues about how to enhance fire safety, structural engineering and security for present and future...
Where the money flows: Into security initiatives at all levels
From staff reports
Government money is pouring into the security arena. President Bush has proposed more than $37.7 billion for Homeland Security in 2003, some of which...
Equipment at a discount: Fed program offers assistance
From staff reports
A federal program allowing state and local governments to buy law enforcement equipment at a discount is largely underutilized — only 15 states had made...
ID cards unlock biometric measurements
LARRY ANDERSON
Multiple biometric measurements — including facial recognition, voiceprint analysis and even fingerprints or iris scans — are stored in a secured database....
Technology's role against terrorism
From staff reports
The information technology revolution that transformed our economy has also given us the tools, infrastructure and commercial capabilities to make domestic...
ID cards unlock biometric measurements
By LARRY ANDERSON
Multiple biometric measurements — including facial recognition, voiceprint analysis and even fingerprints or iris scans — are stored in a secured database....
Airport security costs skyrocket
Congressional and aviation industry officials say the money spent on airport security upgrades in 2002 could cost more than triple the budgeted amount. The estimated cost of the security upgrades could reach $6 billion....
