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Insights, tips, and updates from the CCS team.

Product Spotlights

HID Introduces SIGNO Readers

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

HID Introduces SIGNO Readers With the HID iClass readers reaching the end of their life cycle, HID has introduced SIGNO, its exciting new signature line offering an unparalleled breadth of functionality and supporting the widest array of credential technologies. HID SIGNO™ sets the industry standard in versatility, performance, and connected capabilities.   Highlights   Security […]
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Security Tips

3 Steps To Protect Your Business From Fire

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

3 Steps To Protect Your Business From Fire   As vaccinations continue to roll out across the U.S., bringing your employees and customers back to your commercial space is top-of-mind. Now is an excellent time to evaluate your present fire alarm system. If a fire occurs, it will be enormously disruptive at the very least […]
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Security Tips

Why Professional Security is Better than DIY Security

BY CCS TEAM / 3 MIN READ

Why Professional Security is Better than DIY Security   Whether you’re scrolling through social media or shopping on websites like Costco or Amazon, you’ve seen tons of ads boasting the reliability and convenience of popular Do-it-Yourself (DIY) (or self-installed) security systems. We know that one-size-fits-all solutions may do the trick in some limited applications. Still, […]
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Industry News

The Transition To 5G Has Already Begun

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

The Transition To LTE/5G Has Begun. Is your Business Still Secure? Shifts in technology are ongoing and inevitable. As each new “generation” of technology is introduced, older technologies are retired. The current transition to LTE (Long Term Evolution) and 5G means eliminating 3G services, with 4G not far behind. 3G and 4G technology have been […]
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Product Spotlights

Our Top Picks for Cloud-Based Access Control

BY CCS TEAM / 4 MIN READ

Our Top Picks for Cloud-Based Access Control In last month’s article, we discussed the Top 5 Benefits Of A Cloud-based Access Control System. It’s widely accepted that transitioning security measures to the cloud is a more tech-savvy, cost-effective, and efficient way to manage your business or facility’s security needs. This is especially the case when […]
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Security Tips

Launch Your Access Control System Into The Clouds

BY CCS TEAM / 4 MIN READ

Top 5 Benefits Of A Cloud-based Access Control System When it comes to managing your access control, we all want to work smart with speed and efficiency while minimizing the steps to gain control of an office or facility. Whether you have two doors or two hundred, one building or fifty buildings, managing who enters […]
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Compliance & Safety

Keep Your Business Open and Compliant During COVID-19 With These 8 Security Upgrades

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

Commercial businesses nationwide have undergone major transitions in safety and operations as they’ve adapted to revised health procedures and guidelines brought about by COVID-19. The California Department of Public Health has compiled a series of guidance documents for businesses and communities. While things may look different now, there are some vital security upgrades commercial businesses […]
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Industry News

The End of 3G is Not an Off-Switch: It’s Already Started

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

Shifts in cellular technology are ongoing and it is likely they always will be. As each new technology or “generation” is introduced—for example, “5G”—older technologies are retired to make room. The current 5G cellular roll-out means the shutdown of 3G services, a process started in 2019. 3G technology has been the communications backbone for most […]
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Security Tips

Is it time for a Professional Security Evaluation?

BY CCS TEAM / 2 MIN READ

With all that is happening in the world today, new security threats to businesses and facilities are evolving all the time. With this in mind, it is even more critical that your security systems address those threats in a way that reflects your security and budget requirements. How Does a Professional Evaluation Work At CCS, […]
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