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With the intention to presenting its roadmap to partners and systems integrators, CP PLUS organized a series of technology shows in various cities of India such as Chennai, Coimbatore, Calicut, Kochi, Trivandrum, Ludhiana, Bangalore, Hubli, Mysore, Madurai, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Lucknow, Kanpur, Banaras, Agra, Gwalior, Nashik, Aurangabad and Goa, besides many others throughout the months of September, October, November and December 2019. During the shows, they discussed the latest technologies, and best industry practices and opportunities in different verticals. With over 2000 visitors collectively, the shows were a great success and created new benchmarks. The shows received huge responses from the participants including dealers, distributors and system integrators. “Security as a technology is evolving very fast and the business is becoming more AI-oriented. Hence staying relevant with the latest trends and solutions is the need of the hour. And CP PLUS technology shows give partners pre glimpses of the future market,” said Yogesh B Dutta, COO, CP PLUS, “The goal here is to empower them to have a stable business path not only for the next few years but for the long run in the market.” With the motto ‘seeing is believing,’ these roadshows have been engaging the partners and giving them a brief on the future of security through CP PLUS’ advanced products and solutions. These shows have also been enlightening the partners on how they can grow their business in the field of electronic security. CP PLUS roadshows attracted numerous industry professionals, and new and existing partners to experience the latest electronic surveillance technologies and security trends. According to Anupam Sah, Marketing Head, CP PLUS, “These technology shows offered an important platform to guide and appreciate our partners and system integrators. They presented the right mix of engaging conferences, product exhibits and awards. The shows have been a win-win situation for partners and CP PLUS, both. We exhibited some of our best technologies along with the new launches at the roadshows. The response we received from the visitors was excellent and it greatly encouraged us.” Innovative technologies and solutions presented at the shows included IP PTZ cameras, Guard+ full-colour cameras for colourful view in dark, 5MP HD cameras for ultra high-resolution images, EzyKam – Full HD wireless cloud cameras, biometrics time & attendance solutions, intelligent video door phones, health monitoring systems (HMS) for surveillance devices, network racks (wall mount/ floor mount), CCTV and HDMI cables, PoE switches, and high-performance CCTV power supply. Besides, the AI-powered surveillance systems and technologies emerged as the major attractions at the roadshows. All products are specially designed for today’s CCTV surveillance needs, delivering high performance, reliability, consistency and scalability. Experts from CP PLUS educated the partners about the benefits and relevance of the presented solutions. Likewise, the partners showed their keen interest in the CP PLUS new launches and cutting-edge surveillance systems. The technology-shows were high-profile event with positive and powerful concept by CP PLUS.  

Tenda presented an ensemble of innovative networking and smart home solutions at the 23rd edition of Cable TV Show, SAARC largest CATV and broadband show recently held at Science City, Kolkata. The event saw the gathering of industry veterans of the networking industry across the globe. The visitors were briefed about Tenda’s top of the line technology and products. Tenda received an overwhelming response here; showcased their entire range of networking and smart home devices ranging from Wi-Fi, Mesh and SIM routers, PoE switches, security cameras, range extenders, and adapters. Speaking about the event, John Dong, Director, Tenda India said, “Tenda always wants to connect with its customers and partners on a more personal level, and thus participation in Cable TV Show was one of such step we took, to interact with our dealers, distributors, SIs, partners and to know their demand and requirements. Cable TV Show turned out to be a positive investment from Tenda, which not only gave us an idea of what partners are looking forward to the Indian market but also partners were able to see what Tenda is offering them new, to help them gain more business.”  

Prama Hikvision participated in the recently held SITA IT Expo 2019 in Surat to showcase its latest innovative security products and solutions. The ‘SITA IT EXPO’ was organised by the South Gujarat Information Technologists Association (SITA) at Vanita Vishram Ground, Surat. The Prama booth at event demonstrated their latest security solutions across categories. The booth displayed a new range of HD-TVI and IP camera specially Color Vu and AccuSense technology, AI based product, high end CCTV products like explosion proof, and thermal based cameras, and face recognition based access control, time attendance, video door phone and intrusion alarm system. The key Hikvision products and solutions displayed at the SITA IT Expo 2019 included Hikvision’s HD-TVI (high definition transport video interface) solution, professional IP, Easy IP 4.0 & PanoVu cameras, EZVIZ Wi-Fi cameras, alarm devices, NVRs etc., analog and IP VDP product series, access control products including access controllers, standalone terminals, card readers, turnstiles, and elevator controllers, Hikvision AXHub intruder alarm system, PoE (power-over-ethernet) switches, and CAT6 and 3+1 network cables. “SITA IT Expo 2019 is a relevant B2B platform of South Gujarat region. Prama Hikvision has a good penetration into this regional market. We had showcased the latest Hikvision products and solutions to update the security professional community and system integrators,” said Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. Prama Hikvision’s booth at SITA event got a good response from the dealers, distributors and end-users. Many leading diamond and textile industry representatives visited the booth and appreciated the innovative security solutions and products. SITA association had invited more than 1000 partners across south Gujarat (Vapi, Valsad, Surat, Ankleshwar and Bharuch), who were also attracted by the Prama Hikvision’s booth.  

In its 4th edition, the expo is coming with greater promise for innovation,       application,knowledge sharing and business prospects Fire safety and security is a universal responsibility, with key onus lying on business owners, architects, planners, and security supervisors at the final end. A great number of unfortunate incidents can be prevented if compliances are ensured and contingencies are safeguarded. In unforeseen circumstances, the preparedness and protection go a long way to overcome the hazards of fire to life and property. FSIE 2020 is jointly organized by Fire & Security Association of India (FSAI) & Nuernberg Messe India. While FSAI is one of India’s leading associations for fire & security sector with over 1800 members, Nurnberg Messe is one of the world’s leading exhibition organization with strong expertise and portfolio on fire & security topics viz., Enforce Tac, FeuerTRUTZ, Perimeter Protection etc. The India operations of NM India have an excellent reputation with a strong presence in the Indian exhibition industry with over 16 leading exhibitions on different industry verticals. The market revenues for fire & safety equipment in the Indian market are expected to reach US$4.95 billion by 2020. FSIE 2020 is committed to bring key industry buyers, suppliers and other stakeholders, facilitating the exchange of ideas, sharing of knowledge and opportunities to network on a large scale. The event provides an opportunity to learn about emerging market trends, gather market intelligence, and showcase latest innovations available in the fire, safety and security industry. Key features Latest technologies, development & application. 360 degree approach to fire safety, security, and building automation in India. Multitude of conferences, interactive panel discussions, technical seminars, workshops and ideation sessions organized by FSAI. Attributes Spread over 10,000 sq. mtrs. of exhibition space. Expecting over 10,000 professionals. Supported by all leading associations and trade bodies, fire departments, and state level organisations in India. Benefit from co-location with ACREX at the same venue – Asia’s largest HVAC and refrigeration event, attracting over 30,000 key buyers and professionals from across India and other countries. Comprehensive visitor profile cutting across both user community and industry stakeholders – experts, professionals, technology and innovation in one place. Curated hosted buyer programs, and live demonstration of equipment and machines. The Finest India Skills & Talent (FIST) Awards 2020 in the field of fire & security – recognizing achievements of the most innovative, reliable and cost-effective products, services and solutions. Dedicated IoT pavilion to showcase cutting edge technologies in the IBMS/ IoT space. The event will also see conferences and workshops addressing key topics related to fire safety and security. Pankaj Dharkar, International President, Fire & Security Association of India said, “The Indian fire and safety equipment market is expected to reach USD 4.94 billion by 2020. With the increased growth of the economy coupled with the government rules and regulations, the future of the Indian fire safety & security market is very bright.” “The response to FSIE 2020 is a true reflection of industry transformation and unlimited market opportunities in India. The event promises the largest gathering of trade professionals witnessing latest innovations by the leading brands participating from across the world. We strive to raise the bar every year and rigorously pursue to place India as a market destination for all giant international players to participate in FSIE,” said Sonia Prashar, Chairperson of the Board and Managing Director, Nuernberg Messe India.  

Anil Puri, CMD, APS Group A thought leader and an action catalyzer rolled into one – Anil Puri is a rare combination of a visionary, and one who has mastered the art of strategic and tactical thinking to the core. He has been using this combination to seed new ideas and to lead them to their implementation on ground. This has been a consistent feature of his career. Here he examines the concept of crime prevention and the expanding role of private security companies. The trends abroad The new landscape of blended roles – law enforcement agencies teaming up with the private security companies i.e., enabling public-private partnerships to serve the public – may be new to the Indian subcontinent but it has been experimented successfully by quite a few nations like United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia, Nigeria and South Africa. Despite the fact that police and private security operate on quite different principles of private and public interests, there does seem to be, or rather there is an obvious scope for their enhanced relationships that provide wide benefits to diverse stakeholders, provided a well-defined set of guiding principles are in place for ensuring accountability and optimal outcomes in crime prevention partnerships. These partnerships may cover a range of specialties including cyber security, financial criminal investigation and private protection. Law enforcement agencies leverage the expertise and resources of private security firms to better investigate and solve complex cases. Private firms aren’t restricted by a public budget and can invest in the latest technologies. Additionally, law enforcement officers often moonlight with security companies and/ or transition into the careers in private security as they have a better understanding of the system and to facilitate working of law enforcement agencies to better serve the people. Bipolarity of the roles The extent to which the private security industry has a role in proactive policing is an issue. At present the private security industry performs reactive functions in relation to crime; these may include armed response, transporting cash and conducting investigations. Proactive policing is more concerned with conducting crime analyses, working together with the community to understand crime concerns, and strategizing to address safety and security related issues and targeting of criminal and disorderly behavior. In addition to guarding, security companies also provide armed response or alarm response, by monitoring alarms and dispatching security personnel (Quick Reaction Team – QRT) when the alarm is triggered. Although the guarding industry employs the bulk of security personnel, more clients are serviced through the armed response component of the security industry. Private security companies also provide armed escort services whereby they offer escorts to transport cash, assets and confidential documents. Some security companies also provide services during sporting or entertainment events, conduct investigations and security training, and become involved in various aspects relating to the provision and installation of monitoring equipment and security devices. One of the aims is for the police, together with the private security industry, to create an environment in which the security expectations of the public where huge resources are expended are actually met. Indian context The ‘law enforcement and private security’ share a number of common goals including crime prevention, the protection of people and property, and identification of criminals. The growing use of these partnerships reflects some recognized advantages. The deployment of security guards for traffic control, safeguarding metros and rails, escorting buses, and securing hospitals, government buildings, factories, shopping malls, and schools etc., aims mainly to offset the skewed police-public ratio. The PSIs are performing a significant and dominating role in the cash-in-transit business. However, the utilization of the skill-set and resources of the private investigative agencies that are the members of the Association of Private Detective & Investigators (APDI) are not being fully harnessed. Further, the reach of PSIs to be used as an information/ intelligence gathering resource can be a game-changer, if exploited properly. Conclusion Conclusively, I feel that the partnership between the police and the private security industry once integrated can pay huge dividends in leveraging the potential and expertise of both in the larger canvas of internal security and crime prevention. The need of the hour is to ensure restructuring, co-ordination, and operational and partnership mechanisms for an effective collaboration, in compliance with the public safety policing concepts of the ‘operation co-operation’ in regards to civility, transparency and cordial relativity between security stakeholders and not just the template theory.  

Prama Hikvision India participated in the recently held 8th edition of TrafficInfraTech Expo 2019, and showcased their latest technologies, products and solutions for the transportation sector. The TrafficInfraTech Expo was organized at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. “India’s vast transportation sector is fast evolving with the latest smart mobility trends and security solutions. We at Prama Hikvision are offering innovative solutions for the various transportation segments. The TrafficInfraTech expo continues to be a relevant platform to demonstrate latest technologies, products and solutions to the key stakeholders of the transportation ecosystem,” said Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. At the expo Hikvision showcased intelligent traffic management solutions (ITMS), mobile solutions, automatic number plate recognition solution (ANPR), artificial intelligence, smart parking solutions, entry and exit boom barriers, under vehicle surveillance solution (UVSS) and Smart Pole. Hikvision offered the latest artificial intelligence (AI) enabled solutions that can help the traffic administrator in identification of the type of vehicle, right direction movement of vehicle, red light violations detection (RLVD), driver behaviour (monitoring driver movements, abnormal gestures and postures, drunken state, seat belt violations etc.), helmet detection (customized solution is available), ANPR (automatic number plate recognition) solution, and e-Challan (for traffic violations) functions. Smart transport solutions offered by Hikvision have the capabilities of forewarning the traffic congestion situation from a long distance. It also has speed limit violation detection cameras and radars for highways to detect speed violation cases. The three-day conference on ‘Mobility: Smart Today, Smarter Tomorrow,’ during the TrafficinfraTech expo covered India’s future mobility plan, global future mobility, safer and smarter roads, mobility and smart cities, parking management. On the third day of the conference Vinay Mishra, Senior Vice President – Projects, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd., gave a detailed video presentation about the ‘Make in India’ manufacturing facility. He also briefed about latest transportation solutions offered by Hikvision, which got an overwhelming response from the conference delegates. The TrafficInfraTech expo provided a networking forum for government representatives, experts, project heads, system integrators and service providers to collectively find solutions to urban transport challenges. The event concluded with relevant insights on the latest developments in the India’s transport sector.  

TATKAL SERVICE to Bring in Service Differentiation CP PLUS, India’s leading brand in advanced security and surveillance solutions, has recently introduced ‘Tatkal Service’ that allows an immediate unit-to-unit replacement and thereby reducing downtime for customers’ security system. This new service facilitates company’s large base of partners and customers across India, and not only ensures customer delight but also gives an edge in the market. It shows CP PLUS’ customer-first approach in addition to its premium quality CCTV products, best price and performance. Appropriate service is crucial in the success of an organization. As we are a complete solution provider in the field of electronic security & surveillance, it’s become vital for us to improve our services consistently. Here Tatkal Service is a great example of how well we are serving our partners. The service provides instant replacement of units and related support. We at CP PLUS always aim to ensure overall customer satisfaction through fair dealing and valuing our patrons -Aditya Khemka MD, CP PLUS With CP PLUS Tatkal Service, replacing or fixing of products gets easy and convenient for the partners. It’s a thoughtful concept by CP PLUS – saving both time and cost. Accordingly, the service is pivotal in improving business productivity, efficiency as well as the profitability of CP PLUS and its partners. With the aim of excellent customer service, the company truly appreciates its partners. CP PLUS Tatkal Service is applicable for selected models only. First Smart Hub in Visakhapatnam The security industry is on its growth trajectory, and value addition in all aspects is a key mantra. The customer is always eager to learn more and more about what extra value propositions electronic security and surveillance products can offer to them. CP PLUS Smart Hub is the intelligent step in the value creation for the security industry. The first such hub with all its value proposition with respect to motion alert, voice over, visitor management, energy saving, greenhouse, etc., was recently inaugurated by Yogesh B. Dutta, COO, CP PLUS in Visakhapatnam. “It will not only set a new milestone, but also a benchmark for others to follow,” said Yogesh, “The Smart Hub will also be a training-ground for system integrators in the region who are keen to bring value-added electronic security and surveillance solutions to customers.” It’s always a challenge to make customers understand the technology offered. This Smart Hub helps customers experience state-of-the-art technology and solutions through a wide range of CP PLUS products. The inauguration was attended by more than 200 system integrators across the region. Yogesh Dutta updated them on the latest trends in the industry. The CP PLUS Smart Hub in Visakhapatnam will benefit users/ customers to a great extent.

Athenta provided surveillance and a centralized web-based platform for monitoring and management of 20 zonal viewing centers and endpoint devices spread across Sultanpur, Lodhi for the festival of Gurpurab. They offered integrated command and control center as the nerve center for all smart city operations working as a virtual third eye providing 24×7 operational monitoring of the entire city. Gopal Joshi, Director, Sales, Athenta Technologies commented, “We are extremely pleased to be a part of such a festival where we are contributing our solutions to keep a check on every single activity and surveillance equipment, and ensuring the system and the infrastructure are up and running efficiently. Athenta aims to achieve twin purpose with this initiative i.e., to control an incident for safe procession and safety of the devotees, and secondly by increasing the efficiency of the city surveillance for easy access and monitoring.” The integrated command and control center takes live feed from various CCTV cameras/ surveillance system, city network, automation location tracking system (ALTS), video management system (VMS), variable message system (VaMS) & video analytics etc., installed all over the city to gather inputs from various departments and applications for analysis and research for better planning and implementation of the city. “With the help of stalled automatic location tracking system, tracking of the information becomes easier. It works as the backbone for connectivity of the city that is divided into various zones like parking, critical areas etc. This integration will help in managing the systems and subsystems independently. With, Athenta tool in place, it can cover the entire city and will help in camera Recording that is integrated with AI application to monitor crowd, fire safety, vehicle detection, face detection etc.,” quoted Rajeev Sharad, Urbaforce Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Athenta provides a zonal viewing center where the dedicated stakeholder of every zone is notified of any incident that takes place in their zone. A central command center helps in identifying and resolving unwanted incidents, while helping track and resolve the grievances of the devotee on a timely basis and effectively from a single platform of the command control center.

New Delhi saw a glittering ceremony to mark the inauguration of the world’s famous International Conference on Cyberlaw, Cybercrime & Cybersecurity – the only authoritative conference in the world which looks at the intersection of cyberlaw, cybercrime & cybersecurity. Justice Gita Mittal, Chief Justice, Jammu & Kashmir High Court inaugurated the event. In her inaugural address, Justice Mittal highlighted the significance of internet for societies, and its massive misuse that is emerging across the world. She particularly underlined how internet is being used to target the sovereignty of countries which is emerging as a big trend, which needs to be appropriately addressed. She focused on the tremendous increase in cyber terror and cybercrime cases and advocated the need for judiciary to adopt more proactive approach towards cyberspace related issues and challenges. Referring to the main theme of the conference being ‘Tackling Today’s Emerging Regulatory Frontiers – Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things & Blockchain,’ she stated that there is a new judicial mindset to deal with newly emerging technologies like artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things; however, the Indian judiciary can lead the way. She complimented the work done by the International Conference on Cyberlaw, Cybercrime & Cybersecurity and its Director Dr. Pavan Duggal who is a pioneer in the area of cyberlaw, cybersecurity law and artificial intelligence law, and who is a foremost global authority on cyberspace legal issues. The inaugural session was further addressed by Alfredo M. Ronchi, General Secretary of the European Commission – MEDICI Framework; Lt. Gen. Rajesh Pant (Retd.), National Cyber Security Coordinator, Government of India; and many other persona of eminence. The three day conference was held during 20-22 November 2019 at Scope Convention Centre, Scope Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. It had 4 different tracks and 55 different sessions covering vast variety and gamut of critically important issues concerning cyberspace. It represents India’s thought leadership on cyberspace issues and is contributing to the evolving jurisprudence on cyberlaw, cybercrime & cybersecurity. In the first session, Dr. Pavan Duggal spoke about the evolving legal landscape towards cyberlaw across the world, and highlighted the distinctive new trends in cyberlaw jurisprudence and how there is a need for addressing the same. He specifically addressed the need for expeditious evolution of norms of behavior in cyberspace. He explained how distinctive national approaches on cyber security can become a predominant approach for regulating security and why there is a distinctive need for international common denominators to deal with cyber security regulation at global level. He cited various legal challenges that emerging technology like artificial intelligence has brought forward to the world at large. The conference had different sessions on cyber security, cybercrime, regulating artificial intelligence, freedom of online speech, digital identity and 5G on the first day. The subject ‘freedom of speech online’ attracted conspicuous attention since most of the stakeholders are concerned about their freedom of speech and expression, and they don’t want it be unduly regulated to stifle the enjoyment of their civil and other digital liberties. The remarkable capacity of the conference was its unique multi-stakeholder approach where attendees saw different stakeholders from different verticals coming in – deliberating, discussing and analyzing not just the present trends but also the future that are going to emerge on the horizon, and how appropriate proactive approaches need to be adopted in that regard. The conference was attended by representatives from various countries including Gambia, South Africa, Italy, United States of America, Switzerland, France, Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany and Nepal. The second day highlighted the emerging trends of cyber sovereignty and data localization and why there is a need for nations to come up with approaches to protect their own data. The conference specifically talked about darknet, protection of sensitive personal data, fighting to preserve privacy online, the issue of fake news, and topic of social media abuse, and also about the potential approaches that can be adopted to prevent such misuse in India. The forum also discussed norms of behavior in cyberspace, General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), Quantum Computing, protecting children and women in cyberspace, attribution, self-regulation, international cooperation in cyberspace matters and cyber citizenship. The valedictory session of the conference was chaired and addressed by Justice Anup Bhambani, Judge, Delhi High Court. He highlighted the significance of the like conferences and the need for coming up with proactive approaches so that the judiciary can appropriately address nuances pertaining to cyber disputes. The session was also addressed by Dr. Gulshan Rai, Former National Cyber Security Coordinator, Government of India. The conference came up with an ‘outcome document’ with various recommendations on various sessions of the conference. The conclusion of the conference marked yet another important chapter in the direction of India contributing to its thought leadership to cyberspace issues. Till the next conference comes in November, 2020, the deliberations of the conference and its outcome document would inform the discussions and deliberations of various stakeholders at international, regional and national levels on various cyberspace issues.