Behind the Lens – October 2024

Welcome to Behind the Lens!

This month, we’re thrilled to bring you the latest from our industry engagements. From showcasing our solutions at important events to supporting enterprises and SMBs in their smooth transition to cloud-based video surveillance, our team has been on the move! Join us as we explore the latest updates, tech advancements, and stories from our community.

This edition includes:

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Company Updates

March Networks Wins Silver Medal at Merit Awards

We’re thrilled that our CloudSight solution won silver at the 2024 Merit Awards for “Best AI Application in Retail”! This award showcases our dedication to providing state-of-the-art AI solutions that transform operations for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). CloudSight uses AI to deliver powerful business insights, ensuring scalable security and efficiency. With easy, direct-to-cloud video storage, it’s a perfect solution for businesses that do not have dedicated IT resources.

Read more about this award and see the full list of winners.

Introducing the EL5 IR Bullet and Dome Cameras

The EL5 IR Bullet and Dome Cameras by March Networks provide cost-effective, top-tier surveillance with their 5MP resolution, sophisticated video analytics, and rugged construction. These cameras guarantee high-quality imaging and dependable performance in various lighting and weather conditions, making them ideal for comprehensive indoor and outdoor security solutions.

Learn More

Recent Events

Intersec Saudi Arabia

We recently showcased our customizable solutions for banks, retailers and transportation authorities at Intersec Saudi Arabia! Our MEAI team members Kassem Saad, Trevor Sinden, and Ziyad Abdul Azeez demonstrated how our Cloud Suite solutions are tailored for businesses of all sizes to enhance security and operational efficiency. It was an excellent opportunity to connect with industry leaders and highlight how our smart surveillance solutions are shaping the future of security.

FRANMAC

Let’s taco-bout security! Our North American Marchers, Kim Young and Bailey Smith were in California this past month, connecting with customers at the Taco Bell Franchise Management Advisory Council. They demo’ed our CloudSight solution and shared the benefits of moving your business to the cloud.

Fast Casual Executive Summit

Showing off how cushy life is on the cloud…Marcher Kim Young was also in Denver at the Fast Casual Executive Summit this month. Speaking with restaurant leaders across the US, she shared how our cloud-based solutions make security and operations more streamlined for restaurants.

Security Canada

Welcome to the north! Our Canadian Marchers Ken Kurz, Ian Cameron, and Omar Moawad along with Kenneth Kreterfield landed in Toronto, Canada for the Security Canada Conference and Exposition. The team demonstrated our cloud solutions such as Cloud Suite, CyberSuite and CloudSight to participants. 

 

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Industry Insights

Integrators’ Role in Tackling the Evolving Shoplifting Crisis

With shoplifting on the rise globally, it’s becoming a crisis — and it’s a challenge that security integrators are stepping up to resolve. Net Payne, our Chief Sales and Marketing Officer dives into how tech-savvy solutions like video analytics and real-time alerts are helping retailers fight back faster and wiser. 

Curious how your business can stay ahead of the shoplifting crisis? Check out the full article in SDM Magazine to see how security integrators are leading the charge.

Read more

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Tech Talk

Revolutionizing Tourism and Hospitality with Intelligent Video Solutions

Surveillance systems are no longer just for monitoring and preventing threats. Discover how hotels and tourism operators in Saudi Arabia are going beyond using surveillance analytics for security, to ensure a 5-star guest experience for customers. Check it out in our latest blog post by MEAI Sales Director Trevor Sinden. 

Read the blog post

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Employee Spotlight

This month’s #FeaturedMarcher is Sarah Keir! As the Manager of Facilities at our company headquarters in Ottawa, Canada, Sarah juggles several roles and projects to ensure that our office is always running smoothly. She has been front and center in our office renovation, seamlessly coordinating with contractors, managing timelines, and ensuring the project stays on track.

In addition to overseeing the renovation, she leads our physical security and safety, working to enhance the office through continued upgrading. Her passion is evident in every detail of her work, as she consistently keeps everyone informed and ensures that all administration and operations run smoothly.

Sarah also spearheads many of our community engagement, including donation drives for local Food Banks and Matthew’s House, showing her passion for both the team and the community. Her leadership, dedication to keeping everything in tip-top order, and her ability to anticipate and solve problems before they arise, make her an invaluable part of the March Networks team. 

Thank you, Sarah, for everything you do for our team!

Connect with Sarah.

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Customer Corner

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Upcoming Events

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Technical Updates

Please visit our Partner Portal for all technical updates:

• PCN# 42381 – Command Recording Server 500 (DS07B) – EOL
• PCN# 42380 – Command I/O Extension Board – EOL
• PCN# 41994 – 8000, 9000, RideSafe GT & MT Series Minimum Ship Level – R5 v5.23.0
• PCN# 41995 – X-Series, IPX, EL & RideSafe XT Series Minimum Ship Level – R6 v6.9.2

Software for MN.2024.1.1 is now available on the Partner Portal.

• Command Enterprise Suite 2.19.2 rev 2.0
• Visual Intelligence Suite 5.27.0.0049 rev 2.0
• R6 Recorder Appliances Suite 6.9.2 rev 2.0
• Command Central Evidence Archive Suite 2.19.2