Week 9 - Physical Security Innovations in 2017

Many people think that computer security is the most important issue in technology today, but you cannot discount the importance of physical security. There are new innovations in technology that have shown that physical security needs to continue to adapt and innovate as well. I'm going to discuss a few of those new technologies that have pushed physical security innovation.

1. Drones

The ever expanding number of drones being used by private citizens has caused a need for physical security measures that can combat them. It doesn't take long for a technology such as drone technology to be hijacked for malicious purposes. Drones can be used for industrial espionage, terrorism, and even surveillance for future crimes. DroneTracker  from Dedone has a system of interactive sensors that detect various types of drones based on noise, shape, movement.

2. Hostile Vehicle Threats

Vehicles targeting large crowds with the purpose of mass casualties is a burgeoning threat.
Vehicle barrier suppliers have their work cut out for them. Companies such as ATG Access
offer many products that would prevent a vehicle from ramming into a building or a central-crowded area.

3. Smart Phones and BLE

 Rather than adopting Near Field Communication, some in the field believe that smart phones and Bluetooth Low Energy might be the innovation of the future. This technology could make access cards obsolete.


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