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COVER STORY How Much Work Is Left? ENSURING CONTACTLESS TECHNOLOGY INTEROPERABILITY  The widespread implementation and global nature of contactless technology has heightened the need for standardization and interoperability. By Dr. Manfred Muller   MARKET INSIDER Changing Dynamics U.S. SECURITY MARKET  The US security market is undergoing changes to meet increasing challenges of keeping people safe from threats. By Matt Scherer   SECURITY FOCUS Rectifying a Chink in the Armor VISITOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM  The investment made in providing security to prevent intruders from gaining entry by force out-of-hours may be compromised by the failure to adequately address visitor handling procedures. By Alex Carmichael   SECURITY UPDATE 3 Secrets to Effective Perimeter Security  Perimeter security can be completed by combining networked video management platforms, video analytics applications and wireless transmission technologies. By Mariann McDonagh    Shield Against Identity Fraud A close look at the emerging role of biometrics for identity management solutions By David Mackintosh     TECH SPOTLIGHT Remember the Basics TIPS FOR HOME SECURITY PROVIDERS  Landscaping, effective design of the building, locks, alarms and surveillance systems working in concert effectively deter and prevent crimes occurring at your home. By Reid McNally   CASE STUDIES Access control & Security for Innovative Offices PricewaterhouseCoopers opts for contactless all-on-one card solutions at its new prestige Swiss offices using LEGIC technology.   SECURITY IN BRIEF NoblePeak Vision revolutionizes night vision market | Siemens and Fujitsu collaborate | Roosslare’s innovation continues with its new alarm panel | Schneider Electric acquires Pelco | Travelers seek consistent, expeditious checkpoint screening | Fargo announces lower pricing on ID card printing technology    NEWS SPECIAL Twenty-first Century Vehicle | Remote Surveillance via PDAs and Notebooks | RFID for Aerospace & Defense    MARKET UPDATE Mobile Security Still Misunderstood | Video Content Analysis: A Buzzword for Industry   TECH IN ACTION Monitoring Mining Complex | Airport Perimeter Protection   SPECIAL PRODUCT Card Systems   RECENT RELEASES JA-84P Oasis | AC-115 | ATA5577 | HRC 40 x 480   PRODUCT SHOWCASE  Access control and facilities management | Linux DVR with object detection capability | Day/night camera with 26x optical zoom | Ethernet switch for video surveillance | Intelligent video intrusion detection system | Audit trail and key control to padlocks | Power controller for access control    EXPO REVIEW  Americas’ Fire & Security Expo 2007   SECURITY BUYERS GUIDE