A Bit About

A Bit About S1 Ep 2: The Benefits of Optimized Video Surveillance Sensor Placement

To see the full video and transcript of this podcast, please click here: https://www.parabit.com/post/a-bit-about-enhanced-facial-image-captureOn this episode of A Bit About, a podcast by Parabit Systems, Host Hilary Kennedy talked with Rob Leiponis, CEO and President of Parabit Systems, and Stephen Joseph, Segment Development Manager of Banking and Finance at Axis Communications. Axis offers intelligent security solutions that enable a smarter, safer world. They talked about how technology allows for a more intelligent and safer world by creating network solutions that provide insights for improving security and new ways of doing business. Effective image facial capture supports safety and security, as well as retail and marketing. But, there are challenges when it comes to capturing good facial images. One of the main challenges is placing cameras at an optimal location to be able to capture great facial images, according to Joseph. “Capturing good facial images is important, especially when you’re dealing with customer-facing environments,” Joseph said. “Specifically, for me, most of the time, it’s in the banking and finance institutions, and it can also be in retail, as well.” When incidents occur, law enforcement comes in, and they need to get evidence. Being able to have that optimal image and recognize and provide forensic detail is essential. There are steps to take when trying to eliminate any potential obstacles when placing cameras. “Eliminating any obstructions that can come from any existing cameras that they would like to leverage for analytics,” Leiponis said, “to installing or repositioning a more discrete camera that’s closer to the actual face.”

A Bit About S1 Ep 1: Elevating the Passenger Experience

Find the video and full transcript of this podcast here: https://www.parabit.com/post/a-bit-about-elevating-passenger-experience“Let the Journey Take Flight” is the motto of the new terminal at Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport in Brownsville, Texas. Open since January, this state-of-the-art facility is ready to take business and leisure passengers wherever their journeys lie.And, to ensure this terminal can handle the needs of both today and tomorrow, BRO brought in the experts at Parabit systems to provide the technology and systems that are best-in-class for today and are adaptable for the future.Bryant Walker, Assistant City Manager and Aviation Administrator for the City of Brownsville, Texas, and Rob Leiponis, President and CEO of Parabit Systems, talked about the exciting transformation at BRO.With the previous terminal at BRO dating back to 1972 and no longer meeting the compliance, commercial and passenger needs of 2021, it was more than time for a new terminal. With that decision in place, Walker said it was critical to design and build a terminal that set a high bar.“We wanted to make sure we future-proofed the terminal itself and built the technology and components in it that we could expand on and integrate technologies that yet don’t exist, as well as the latest technology Parabit provided a lot of as we build this,” Walker said.It was essential to build into the infrastructure of the new terminal enough power, drainage and utility corridors to handle whatever may come.“In the building itself, we ran additional conduit that is in excess of what we need for the access control, for the CCTV, and even a lot of the biometrics,” Walker said. “All of that we built into the design very early in that design phase so we can add everything that we wanted, as well as the future technologies as they roll out.”

A Bit About S1 Ep 8: Card Skimming: Consequences, Strategies and Preventative Measures S1 Ep1

Despite its many conveniences, the digital era has its dark side: cybersecurity threats. As technology evolves, so do the ways in which criminals exploit it. Card skimming in particular has seen a concerning uptick recently. According to FICO data, the number of compromised cards increased by 10Xs in 2023 than in 2022. The target? Banks. A surprising percentage of compromised locations are now bank ATMs. So, what’s driving this upward trend in card skimming? And how can institutions better protect their customers and reputation?For the latest episode of Parabit, host Daniel Litwin was joined by Rob Leiponis, CEO of Parabit Systems, and Heather Glezen from the company’s Business Development Manager. The trio sat down to discuss the current landscape of card skimming and potential mitigations.Several key areas they tackled and discussed included:The increase in prevalence of card skimming at bank ATMs, an alarming growth of 109 percent.The reasons behind this surge and the challenges faced by ATM manufacturers.How evolving payment methods, like contactless and tap pay, intersect with card skimming.Rob Leiponis is the CEO of Parabit Systems and a leader in innovative security and self-service hardware and software solutions. He’s been in the security industry for nearly three decades and is instrumental in driving Parabit’s vision. Heather Glezen is the Business Development Manager of Parabit Systems, and has been with the company for seven years. She has a wealth of in-depth industry knowledge.Article written by Alexandra Simon.

A Bit About S1 Ep 7: Exploring Visitor Management, Tech Innovations, and Strategic Alliances

Join host, Gabrielle Bejarano, as she navigates the fascinating realm of visitor management across industries, and uncovers how Parabit and STOPware are revolutionizing secure and accessible solutions. In this engaging conversation with Bob Hrisicak, VP of Sales at Parabit, Phil Mantia, VP of Sales at STOPware, and Sara Markle, Strategic Account Manager at STOPware, we'll delve into the unique challenges and opportunities within various industry verticals. From this episode, gain a deep understanding of the symbiotic relationships driving innovation in visitor management and be inspired by the exciting future of secure and accessible solutions across sectors. Prepare for thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and eye-opening discoveries as we reveal the secrets behind the future.Discover the extraordinary alliance between Parabit and STOPware, and how their combined expertise is creating innovative, complete visitor management solutions.Unveil the intricacies behind PassagePoint, STOPware's pioneering visitor management software, and understand how Parabit's custom hardware capabilities complement this to create a seamless visitor experience. Hear about the ground-breaking, policy-driven, self-registration systems that are revolutionizing visitor management and access control.From the recent IAHSS tradeshow, we bring you first-hand insights into the trends shaping the industry and the future of patient visitor management. Be ready for thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and industry-leading revelations.In each episode of 'A Bit About' we explore exclusive insights and discuss unique industry challenges, to unravel the trends shaping the future of experiences. This an essential listen for business leaders, professionals, or anyone interested in understanding the blend of technology, security, and spaces. Don't miss this intriguing discussion! Listen to the full episode to dive into the future of visitor management, and visit Parabit and STOPware for additional resources and insights. Let's unlock potential together!Excited about what you've heard? Find out more about Parabit and STOPware and their innovative solutions by visiting their websites: www.parabit.com and www.stopware.com. Join us in revolutionizing visitor management and shaping a more secure and accessible future!

A Bit About S1 Ep 6: Trade Show Industry Trends with Robert Iraggi

A Bit About S1 Ep 5: Security Innovation in Banking

Keeping banks and their customers' assets safe and secure matters now more than ever in the age of cyberattacks and online identity theft.David M. Friedman, the Head of Physical Security at Apple Bank, and Rob Leiponis, CEO and President of Parabit Systems, Inc., caught up with Gabrielle Bejarano to discuss the importance of security innovation, which enhances the customer’s banking experience.“If we’re doing our job, then we’re in the background,” Friedman said. “We want our customers to have a pleasant experience, and we’re constantly looking toward new procedures to get the most out of our system.The emerging and re-emerging trend of stealing card information at ATMs or the theft of an identification card are but a few of the issues banks deal with on a day-to-day basis.At Apple Bank, “we have a well-thought-out, solid security plan that looks at even the threats we can’t see yet, with a robust monitoring system,” he said. “And probably the main thing that makes a successful security program at a bank of any size is training; we train our staff constantly, continually, virtually, and on-site as much as possible.The new, innovative technologies at Apple Bank include ATM safety and security features such as door-status monitoring, light-level detection, and human-presence monitoring. “We [are] also working to tie together security systems to integrate the data into a secure place so it makes it easier for investigators to anticipate different types of crimes that may happen, as well as tying those security systems into the retail side of the bank so employees have a quick reaction time to any security threat inside the bank,” Leiponis said.While ATMs continue to grow and banks limit in size, the technology to protect consumers is key. “It’s extremely important to provide a significant amount of security around an environment where there is no bank staff around to protect those customers,” he said. David Friedman's comments in this podcast do not represent the views of Apple Bank or it's Board of Directors.

A Bit About S1 Ep 4: Modernizing Healthcare Security

A Bit About S1 Ep 3: Leveraging Security Systems to Drive Value in Retail

To see the full video and transcript of this podcast, please click here: https://www.parabit.com/post/a-bit-about-using-security-to-drive-value-in-retailSecurity systems have many applications for retail beyond their initial use case. A Bit About, a Parabit Systems podcast, host Hilary Kennedy spoke with Rob Leiponis, CEO of Parabit Systems, about how security systems can drive value in retail and improve the retail experience.Several viable use cases enable integrated technology the potential to transcend perceived application limitations for broader value within an organization. According to Leiponis, here are ways retail systems can improve customer experience and support modern targeted marketing opportunities.“Through the ability of analytics and, as well as demographic identification through surveillance systems, security systems help retail organizations identify customers and patterns of purchases. Traffic cloves of people are really powerful solutions,” Leiponis said.Security departments tend to be a call center where retail is a profit center, according to Leiponis. Many customers leverage the demand and applications that security systems can provide. Security departments need to be able to fund some of these cameras, with much more acute imagery and patterns of people. “Facial analytics has just been an incredible resource for law enforcement, as well as retail operations to be able to identify people,” Leiponis said. Listen to hear more about how security systems can drive value in retail.

A Bit About S2 Ep 1: Charging Forward - Airport Innovation with Parabit and ICON

In this episode of the Parabit Systems podcast, the focus is on enhancing passenger experience through airport innovation, particularly in the realm of device charging and digital signage. Special guests Dickson Kendrick and Eric Benson from ICON discuss their collaboration with Parabit, emphasizing the importance of reliable power access for travelers. They highlight how their seating-based charging solutions have effectively improved customer experiences in airports. The conversation also touches on the significance of building strong partnerships and understanding the needs of airport operators to ensure long-term success.