In active shooter incidents, the difference between life and death is measured in seconds. Recent tragedies at office buildings across the country starkly illustrate how advanced gunshot detection technology could fundamentally change outcomes when human response fails. The Fatal Flaw in Building Security In a recent incident, an armed assailant entered a commercial high-rise lobby Read more…
Gun violence can devastate communities, especially in cities where shootings occur frequently. For one city grappling with crime, Shooter Detection Systems (SDS) Perimeter Outdoor Gunshot Detection sensors proved to be a game-changer. Built with military-grade technology, SDS sensors detect gunfire and send alerts in less than three seconds, providing law enforcement with real-time intelligence that Read more…
In today’s world, ensuring safety in outdoor public and semi-public environments such as parking lots, shopping centers, corporate campuses, and stadiums has become more important than ever. In 2024 alone there was an average of 1.4 mass shootings a day in the United States. The rising trend in active shooter incidents and gun-related violence has Read more…
When safety is on the line, Fortune 500 organizations can’t afford half-measures. In 2015 a major national retailer recognized the urgency of safeguarding their workforce and customers against active shooter threats. After attending a live demonstration by Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), this industry leader began a journey that would transform their approach to active shooter Read more…
When organizations are looking to secure funding for a security project – especially when they are new to the grant funding process – it’s hard to know where to start. Whether you are wondering how to optimize your application for success, or even how to know which grants are the best ones to apply for, Read more…
Many security and business leaders are navigating the intertwined realities of firearms in the workplace, specifically around laws protecting an employees’ right to carry. As these laws proliferate, this can be a delicate balancing act for organizations looking to uphold their proactive security strategies while remaining in compliance with state regulations. Balancing these priorities are Read more…
New all-in-one system delivers 911 notification and real-time incident awareness to transform police response to gun violence events Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com (NASDAQ: ALRM) company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 Read more…
In the field of gunshot detection, accuracy is paramount. However, there are multiple dimensions to accuracy, which include detecting actual gunshots effectively – and almost more importantly – avoiding false positives. SDS’s technology, originally developed for military sniper detection, excels in both aspects. A crucial capability that distinguishes SDS from other systems is its near-infrared Read more…
The Future is Active Shooter Intelligence™ and SDS will be Your Trusted, Experienced Partner If you are attending ISC West this year we want to celebrate with you! SDS has chosen this important industry gathering to unveil not only the company’s new branding, but key changes that we are sure will make the market sit Read more…
Deploying an autonomous gunshot detection solution can help eliminate the modern-day risk of active shooter incidents. By Jin Kim Active shooter incidents repeatedly manifest in every institution we traverse and spend our days in, often with little to no thought of the lurking threat we have all become desensitized to. Of all the preparedness and Read more…
