SJA: Leaders in Security Podcast

In this episode of the SJA Leaders in Security podcast, Security Journal Americas Senior Editor Alistair Hookway speaks with Hector Melendez, Technical Director at Traka Americas about Integrated Systems. At some stage, every security director would have heard a vendor say: “Our system fully integrates” – but what does that actually mean in practice? In this episode, Hector explains why that phrase is so slippery, what shallow integration actually costs a security team and what questions you should be asking instead.

In this installment of the SJA Leaders in Security podcast series, Digital Content Editor, Eve Goode speaks with Adelaine Orpin, Director of Sales for Gallagher Security who explores the meaning of resilience in today’s security landscape. The conversation examines resilience on both a personal and professional level, why security remains mission critical even in a recession and how organisations balance financial pressure with rising threats. Orpin also reflects on the impact of the pandemic, geopolitical change and supply chain disruption on sales strategy, customer relationships and partnerships and also shares her insights on leading with adaptability, focus and resilience amid constant change.

In this SJA Leaders in Security Podcast Series episode, Victoria Hanscomb, Security Journal Americas Editor, discusses how AI is transforming security with Artem Sherman, Division Head, Security & Investigations at Resolver. In this podcast, they examine the areas in which security teams are struggling and how the role of security has changed in the past few years. Also covered is how AI and automation are supporting teams, helping them to become more efficient in their everyday roles. 

In this episode of Security Journal Americas Leaders in Security Podcast, Jeff Junes, VP of Sales US tells Digital Content Editor, Eve Goode about how the security industry is navigating the growing tension between increasing system complexity and the rising demand for simplicity. Junes also takes a deeper look at what effective security means in the industry today and how it has evolved as technology and user experiences have shifted. 

In this installment of the SJA Leaders in Security Podcast Series, Security Journal Americas Editor, Victoria Hanscomb speaks with Sunil Mudholkar, Vice President of Product, Physical Security for Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division about how LiDAR is different from traditional video surveillance systems and how it is making a difference in protection and security across sectors. They also discuss how to overcome the challenges organizations face when integrating LiDAR into their existing infrastructure. 

In this SJA Leaders in Security podcast, Security Journal Americas Editor Victoria Hanscomb speaks with Steve Atkinson, Director of Government, Business Development at Traka Americas about how key and asset management systems provide law enforcement with an auditable record of evidence handling. They also consider how key and asset management impact recruitment and staffing in law enforcement, and integrate with other technologies and systems used by government agencies. Looking ahead, Steve additionally explores what the future of law enforcement will look like. 

In this SJA Leaders in Security podcast, Security Journal Americas Editor Victoria Hanscomb speaks with Frank Rojas, Business Development Manager, Hospitality & Gaming at Traka Americas and Kenneth Gastro, Regional Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Vingcard about security in the hospitality sector. Together, the group reveal how do you ensure secure and efficient access to keys for large numbers of staff and how to train employees on how to properly handle keys. Also discussed are how key and asset management can help hotels and casinos to comply with guidelines and regulations.

In this episode of the SJA Leaders in Security Podcast, Security Journal Americas Editor Victoria Hanscomb speaks with Russ Willmon, CEO at Defencify Training about the main challenges facing security teams right now and the importance of ensuring the most up-to-date training for security officers. They explore the benefits of online training and look ahead to how the landscape of physical security will change in the future. 

In this episode of the SJA Leaders in Security Podcast, Security Journal Americas Editor Victoria Hanscomb speaks with William Knowles, Regional Sales Manager for the Pacific Northwest at Traka about the importance of accountability and auditability in data centers. Highlighting the main challenges to overcome when securing data centers, Knowles outlines the misconceptions surrounding these key pieces of infrastructure and the solutions available on the market that can mitigate the threats they face.

Clifton Greeff, Business Development and Partnerships Lead for the US at FF Group speaks with Security Journal Americas Editor, Victoria Hanscomb about the technologies transforming cities into smarter, safer and more efficient places to live. Diving into the key challenges of urban traffic and congestion, Greeff discusses how AI-powered solutions, including Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) or License Plate Recognition (LPR), can enhance mobility, security and city planning. Also covered are what the smart cities of the future will look like.