Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, a 29-year veteran of Federal Law Enforcement and President of NEC National Security Systems (shown here speaking to attendees at the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security and Government Excellence Awards Ceremony), created the nonprofit PWPORG to educate, engage, and empower families and kids on issues of preparedness and resiliency to create a safer world, free of active threats and human traffickers.

Dr. Kathleen Kiernan Honored in SIA’s 2024 Women in Security Power 100

Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, the 2021 'ASTORS' Extraordinary Industry Leadership and Innovation Person of the Year Award Recipient, and President of NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), has yet again been selected as a...
The RS3 from Riley Scooters is equipped with a reinforced foldable handlebar chassis so you can fold your scooter within 3 seconds to take it with you wherever you go. (Courtesy of Riley Scooters)

RS3 World’s First Fully Folding Scooter for Rapid On the Go Transport

E-scooters have taken the world by storm since their introduction in the 1990s and have come a long way, baby. Recently deemed ‘‘the all-new commuter scooter,” Riley Scooter, a Cambridge-based company, is...
The InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) and NEC National Security Systems' (NSS) Sponsor Series Webinar, will examine the escalating crisis of sextortion, described by many as an epidemic, on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST.

NEC NSS & INMA Combat Human Trafficking with Education Series

Since 2022, NEC National Security Systems (NSS) and the InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA), an FBI-affiliated independent nonprofit organization, have partnered to combat the human trafficking epidemic. Human trafficking continues to be...
With over 20 years’ experience at various manufacturers in the security access control market, Veteran-Owned and USA-Made AACS was founded to address customers’ needs and requirements, for superior products both in serviceability and functionality.

WVAACS Returns to Compete in 2024 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards

In these challenging times, have you considered what would happen if you could no longer purchase supplies required to keep your entrance control points operating because they are manufactured in Europe? This could...
2023 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winner the Getac B360, is a modern fully rugged laptop designed for field service, utilities, manufacturing, military and public safety markets that require both the raw computing power and the versatility and mobility that comes with a lighter, more compact fully rugged package. (Courtesy of Getac)

Rugged Laptops: What Defense and First Responders Should Look For

Guest Editorial by Mike McMahon, President, Getac North America With law enforcement and first response data being targeted by bad actors and the growing threat of cyberspace being used as a theater...
Public safety deserves a technology solution that also operates as a true partner to combat the industry's biggest challenges. Mark43 is here to provide superior innovation, resiliency, security, interoperability, accessibility, and value so that you can focus on what matters most: serving your communities.

Warren (Ohio) PD Launches Mark43 Records Management System

Mark43, a leading cloud-native public safety software company that took home Top Awards for Best Disaster Preparedness and Disaster Recovery Solution in the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is pleased...
Messaging can be sent to all HELIAUS® devices, such as urgent facility events or incidents, and can be conveyed to all active Security Professionals with any pertinent instructions and are time and date stamped when read and acknowledged.

Allied Universal AI-Powered Apps Take Triple 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Gold Wins

Allied Universal®, a leading global security and facility services company, was recognized for its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered programs HELIAUS®, Live Interactive Support AI (LISA), and Mercury with 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security...
Layered on top of existing security cameras, 2023 'ASTORS' Award Homeland Security Awards Champion ZeroEyes’ proprietary software will automatically identify guns the moment they become visible and alert safety personnel within 3 to 5 seconds. (Courtesy of ZeroEyes)

ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection to Protect Woodbine IA Students and Faculty

ZeroEyes, creators of the AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds a DHS SAFETY Act Designation - and a Platinum Award Champion in the 2023 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program...
With its ongoing leadership throughout the biometric solutions industry, NEC's robust biometric authentication solution emphasizes how NEC's ability to meet existing and new customer demands, empower end users to take control over their biometric data and steer the biometric industry into the next phase of growth. (Courtesy of NEC)

NEC NSS Named Title Sponsor of IDENTITY WEEK AMERICA 2024

NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), a Returning Competitor in AST's 'ASTORS' Homeland Security, Public Safety and Government Excellence Awards Program for the Seventh Consecutive Year, is pleased to announce it...
Suicide and school violence prevention is a collective responsibility, and reporting technology is vital in advocating for mental health intervention. Schools and communities must prioritize mental health education, destigmatize seeking help, and make resources readily available.

Breaking the Silence: Reporting Tech in Student Mental Health and Safety

Guest Editorial by Dr. Amy Grosso, Director, Resident Expert at Raptor Technologies Young children and teens are navigating an increasingly complex and demanding world run by social media. They're also experiencing a...