We’ve mentioned the supply chain bottlenecks that have disrupted the availability of fire detection systems and other security products. Now, Axis Communications seems to be bearing the backlash of the current disruption. Known as innovators in video surveillance cameras, the Swedish manufacturer and global leader in network cameras currently has no cameras in stock.

The good news is that Avigilon, a North American manufacturer with state-of-the-art facilities in Richmond and Plano, TX, has not succumbed to the current shortages. As local designers and manufacturers of advanced surveillance equipment, they can continue to offer their security solutions while also providing their products to the global market.

No one wants to experience the nightmare of a shooting or other emergency at a school, but it’s a concern that school administrators need to address. Preparing for the worst makes it easier to respond quickly and effectively, and it reassures students, parents and staff that you took the issue seriously.

An essential element of any worthwhile security systems is surveillance cameras. But you aren’t a security expert; that’s not your job. Not to worry; we at ASAP Security Services have put together this guide to walk education administrators through the basics of choosing cameras for their school security systems. Here are four baseline camera types schools in Rio Grande Valley, Texas can install in their buildings.

Remodeling your home can be a chaotic project, but it presents opportunities for positive change. Change, after all, is the goal when you make major renovations to your home, so why not make the most of this exciting opportunity?

With this idea in mind, remodeling your home is the perfect time to install home automation systems, in particular anything that requires wiring in your walls. Below we’ve listed several systems you can add to make your Bellaire, TX, home more comfortable, safe and inviting.

As the kids return to school, you may be struggling to decide how to handle after-school care. If your children are a little bit older, you might debate between hiring a sitter, nanny, or letting them stay home alone. It’s completely normal to worry about your children’s safety while at work, even if you do have assistance. Luckily, today’s technology offers home automation systems that make it easier than ever to achieve peace of mind while you’re away from home.

Continue reading to discover three ways home automation can help your Houston, TX family this fall.