Since 1995, we have been installing and maintaining complex integrated security solutions for a variety of enterprise clients in the national capital region. With a large team of certified electronic security professionals, FCi is well positioned to deliver a cost effective security solution that can be well maintained for many years. In fact, […]
CANASA hosted another successful Security Canada Ottawa event back in May 2018, in our nation’s capital. FCi were pleased to participate with a full booth where we showcased our services to the local industry community. Participating at these events is an opportunity to connect with our supply partners, manufacturers and customers. Networking with industry colleagues […]
Access Control Systems are engineered and implemented to help ensure safe, secure and convenient entry for authorized users to a facility. These systems can also provide a secure audit trail that can aid in investigations. Restricting access to authorized staff, visitors and others can be based on time-of-day schedules specific to each entry point. They […]
The local public safety community welcomed the official launch of Algonquin Colleges’ new Bachelor of Public Safety (Honours) program on Monday, January 22, 2018. The official launch was hosted at Algonquin College with a variety of presentations to help share this exciting news. We started the day of the launch with a segment on Ottawa […]
Contributing to your community continues to be a main factor for volunteering. Volunteering with the National Capital Area Crime Stoppers organization has been a privilege for over six years. Serving as the President and Chair of the Board of Directors is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a safer community. Of course, volunteering also offers […]
Electronic security has many disciplines within the field with each offering substantial protection, detection and deterrent to unwanted behaviour or criminal activity. We offer experience and expertise in many of these disciplines. One often overlooked discipline is perimeter protection or territorial reinforcement. Establishing a clear perimeter is an effective deterrent and can create time to […]
When was the last time you left home, or the office without your cell phone? Using our phone as an access control credential, can be convenient, and eliminates the need to carry conventional credentials (key fob, card, adhesive tag, etc…). Although it seems like a simple extension, there are a number of things to […]
The 2002 science fiction film, Minority Report showcased some impressive video surveillance opportunities, highlighting numerous facial recognition features. While we have yet to achieve much of this film technology, we have developed some practical advances in facial recognition technology. Advances will no doubt continue to develop this video technology. Utilizing this technology can have some […]
Beginning the day with breakfast is recognized as a healthy way to start your day. I always enjoy beginning the day with a breakfast meeting with our security technicians. Admittedly, when I joined FCi in 2007 the breakfast reservation represented a much smaller number of team members. Recently I was joined by a team of […]
I recently became the official immediate Past-President of The Canadian Security Association (CANASA) having served as National President for a two year term. Serving as President has been an honour and privilege. The electronic security industry has been a major part of my life since I first entered the industry as a Central Station Operator […]