Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Verint Introduces New Generation of Intelligent Wireless Video Solutions

New Nextiva Wireless Edge Device Line Simplifies the Deployment of Powerful Video and Integrated Analytic Solutions in Virtually Any Location

WEYBRIDGE, Surrey, January 2008 – Verint Systems Inc., a leading provider of analytic software-based solutions for workforce-enterprise optimisation and security, today announced Nextiva™ Wireless 5.0 - a new line of intelligent solutions designed to simplify the deployment of powerful video and integrated analytics in virtually any location on a wireless network.

Designed and built exclusively for use in real-world video surveillance applications, Nextiva Wireless 5.0 combines Verint’s award-winning video analytics with a multi-band wireless transmitter and antenna in a single, rugged enclosure, delivering a comprehensive wireless security solution for outdoor and difficult-to-wire deployments.

“Nextiva Wireless 5.0 builds on Verint’s experience with wireless video security and requirements from our integration partners and extensive installed base,” said Jim Clark, General Manager of Verint Video Intelligence Solutions. “Our Nextiva Intelligent Edge Devices are well suited for use on a broad range of wireless networks, providing cities, public safety organisations, critical infrastructure facilities and enterprises with real-time video analytics at the point of capture - whenever and wherever it is needed most.”

The Nextiva Wireless 5.0 product line includes analytics-enabled encoders, transmitters, receivers, wireless access points, wireless repeaters and wireless bridges designed to analyse high quality images at network edge, dramatically reducing data transport and storage requirements. Combined with Verint’s Nextiva video management software, the Wireless 5.0 device line provides a powerful, comprehensive networked video solution for expansive borders, sea perimeters, municipal facilities and other locations that lack traditional, wired infrastructure.
“The introduction of Nextiva Wireless 5.0 illustrates the product innovation, focus on value and interoperability that have kept Verint at the top of the market,” said Dilip Sarangan of industry research firm Frost & Sullivan. “Verint continues to provide value to its customers by delivering a comprehensive wireless video security and analytics solution.”


Highlights of the new Nextiva Wireless 5.0 device line include:


- Integrated multi-band radio, encoder and antenna with support for licensed and unlicensed frequencies

- Optional integrated video analytics at the network’s edge for increased accuracy, reliability and reduced transport and storage requirements

- Improved outdoor-rated enclosures for discreet, secure and reliable installation in harsh, outdoor environments

- Security features including SSL-based authentication and AES encryption with automatic key rotation

- Optional video input/output support for connecting up to 2 analogue cameras per wireless device, for more effective equipment and installation costs

- An Ethernet connection on every device for ease of configuration and integration with a variety of cameras and security sensors

- Improved Wi-Fi radio module for increased line-of-sight ranges, reliability and robustness of the link

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About Verint Video Intelligence SolutionsVerint Video Intelligence Solutions is the leading global provider of networked video solutions that enhance the security of people, property and assets. Verint’s award-winning Nextiva portfolio includes video management software, integrated analytics, encoders and IP cameras and intelligent DVRs for use in a variety of vertical market environments. Open, standards based and IT friendly, Verint solutions enable organisations to leverage their existing video investments and place IP video within the reach of virtually every organisation.

About Verint Systems Inc.Verint Systems Inc. (VRNT.PK), headquartered in Melville, New York, is a leading provider of actionable intelligence solutions for an optimized enterprise and a safer world. Today, more than 10,000 organizations in over 150 countries rely on Verint solutions to perform more effectively, build competitive advantage and enhance the security of people, facilities and infrastructure. Visit us at our website www.verint.com

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

ioimage Chosen to Protect Shi Jia Zhuang High School in China

HERZLIYA, Israel. January 15th 2008 – ioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances designed for simplicity, announced today that the Shi Jia Zhuang experimental high school in China, has successfully completed installation of ioimage’s video surveillance system to protect it’s 2,500 students, supervise the schools entrance and prevent theft.

The Shi Jia Zhuang School Campus covers an area of 45 acres and houses 13 educational buildings serving to 2,500 students and 170 teachers. ioimage’s advanced video analytics was installed to ensure the safety of the students, to control the entrance of individuals to the school campus and to prevent theft of expensive equipment.

The school added ioimage’s analytics to existing CCTV cameras and enhanced its security with perimeter and tripwire detection. Since the installation was completed, the number of security personnel has been reduced, and no incidents of unauthorized entrance or exit have been registered.

“We found the system extremely easy to install and operate. ioimage’s unique appliance architecture eliminated the need for expensive centralized PC based processing and dramatically simplifies the solution,” said a representative from He Bei Hua Zhan information Ltd, the system integrator that installed the system. “We checked several systems and found that ioimage outperformed them all. As an advanced secure reliable and effective system with flexible expansion capabilities, ioimage can become a primary vendor of school security.”

“Some of the students tried to cross the fence to go out. Once any accident happens outside, the school has to bear responsibility and it ruins the school’s reputation,” said the Security Officer of Shi Jia Zhuang experimental school. “Also, the school has to manage the risk of theft of computers and expensive laboratory equipment. Finally, we have to prevent unwanted persons from entering the school.”

About ioimage ioimage, the pioneer of intelligent video appliances, provides high-performance video encoders and cameras with built-in analytics, designed and packaged for simplicity. ioimage offers a new approach to video security by transforming surveillance into a proactive, event-driven process. Founded in 2000, ioimage uses networked, DSP-based devices for real-time detection, alert and tracking of intruders, vehicles and other threats, leading to enhanced safety and security for government, public and commercial organizations.

For further information, visit www.ioimage.com.