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5 Reasons We Shouldn’t Fear AI
Artificial intelligence is having a moment—and a lot of “big feelings” to go with it. On one side of the fence, you’ll find fearful headlines predicting world domination; on the other, breathless excitement about the biggest technological leap since the early 2000s...
How Secom AWARE Strengthens Compliance in Pharma Security
Pharmaceutical labs operate under strict oversight. Safeguarding sensitive data, high-value assets, and controlled substances is paramount—not only for results, but for the life sciences specialists who generate them. Compliance is non-negotiable. From FDA to DEA...
What Does It Mean to Be a SCIF Specialist?
Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) are among the most secure spaces in government and defense operations. They house classified data, intelligence briefings, and mission-critical communications. But what does it actually mean to be a SCIF...
What Role Does Sound Masking Play in Government Security?
Sound masking is far from a new concept. But in government facilities, where protecting classified information is non-negotiable, it plays a much bigger role than you might think. At its core, sound masking involves a carefully engineered layer of ambient noise that...
5 Ways Portable SCIFs Support Agile Operations
Emerging national security threats are more dynamic than ever. The demand for secure, flexible environments has never been greater. Portable SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities) have historically risen to meet this need, offering classified...
The Role of IT Professionals in Securing Your Business
Historically, your IT team was almost exclusively tasked with protecting your company’s data. Today, that role extends far beyond the server room into the physical spaces where business happens. As cyber and physical threats increasingly converge, IT professionals are...
Enhancing Security for Pharma Labs with Agentic AI
Pharmaceutical laboratories at the cutting edge of research and innovation are busy developing life-saving drugs, therapies, and vaccines. This high-value work comes with equally high stakes for security, from protecting intellectual property to ensuring strict...
How Secom AWARE Enhances Campus Security
Ensuring the safety of students, faculty, and visitors remains the top priority for schools and campuses nationwide. Today’s security challenges demand proactive solutions that go beyond cameras and check-ins. And that’s where Secom AWARE takes center stage. Our...
What Items Are Prohibited in SCIFs?
Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) are among the most secure environments in existence. Used by government organizations, including the military, intelligence agencies, and federal contractors, SCIFs have one overriding purpose: keeping classified...
How Agentic AI Revolutionizes Inventory Oversight in Industrial Facilities
Inventory miscounts. Missing shipments. Overstocked parts that absolutely no one ordered. These problems aren’t just annoying; they’re expensive. In industrial settings, inventory issues disrupt production, slow down fulfillment, and even compromise safety. While...
Strategies for Securing High-Value Assets in Life Science Facilities
In the ever-growing world of life sciences, high-value assets may include anything from proprietary research data and intellectual property to specialized equipment and controlled substances. Protecting these myriad assets is not only critical to organizational...
What Is Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
Artificial intelligence has evolved dramatically over the past few years, but even the smartest AI tools need one key ingredient to succeed: context. Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a breakthrough standard designed to give AI precisely that. It’s often compared to...
What are the Best Practices for SCIF Development?
Constructing and maintaining a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) requires meticulous planning and adherence to rigorous security standards. These facilities are essential for safeguarding classified information, and their integrity is paramount....
A Partnership That’s Transforming Business Intelligence and Security
Since its inception, Secom AWARE has been turning heads and transforming security and business solutions nationwide. Now, thanks to a budding partnership with a burgeoning technology, they’re going even further, faster, and with unprecedented precision. Anava—an...
What Are the Requirements for a SCIF Door?
Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) are designed to safeguard classified information, and security begins at the front door. The only door. So, what are the requirements of this important entry? Your SCIF’s door serves as the first line of...