Integrated Security Systems Design: Concepts, Specifications, and Implementation (v. 1) (Hardcover)

by Thomas L. Norman CPP PSP CSC (Author)
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Product Description
Integrated Security Systems Design is a one-stop resource for security directors, consultants, engineers and installation managers who are interested in providing enterprise-class security in goverment and corporate installations worldwide. An integrated security system is a system that has been incorporated into other programs (such as Access Control, Private Branch Exchanges, Human Relations, Security Video, and Intercommunications) to perform tasks in a manner consistent with corporate or agency policies and procedures. This book explains how to accomplish such integration, thereby saving a company both time and money.

Integrated Security Systems Design is arranged to go from the strategic to the technical to the tactical. The strategic section covers the why of design, the technical section explains how it's done, and the tactical section provides the cultural knowledge that leads to project success. Norman also offers guidance in avoiding pitfalls out of which lawsuits have arisen. Many of the subjects covered, such as how to make a security system invisible on an Information Technology System network, include material not available in any other book.

* Centralize monitoring of security, of business processes and of adherence to policy
* Learn the what-not-to-do's of security design from an experienced practitioner
* Maximize your organization's safety while reducing liability and operating costs

Product Details

• Hardcover: 472 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 1 edition (February 6, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750679093
• ISBN-13: 978-0750679091
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #233,495 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best physical security book I have read, April 22, 2007

By	GUI "Command Line" (Texas) - See all my reviews

This book combines an approachable style with actionable information. The author is an excellent technical writer with a readable style, a rare combination for any technical book. I found two actionable items in this book upon my first reading and I feel will become a primary reference work for me.

In short this book exceeded my expectations.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent proffessional's handbook, May 18, 2008

By	Emil Prpic (Rijeka, Croatia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is definitely an excellent reference book on the security systems subject. I especially liked to see sections on TCP/IP and wireless communications, which are typically not areas of expertise of a security systems specialist (even some younger ones).
Maximum value for money, I must say.

The one objection I have is the misaligned print in the first 100 pages or so. But this definitely has nothing to do with the contents. The book is entirely readable, that's important.

5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding Book, December 3, 2007

By	Ross L. Johnson (Edmonton, Alberta) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is simply the best book on security system design available. It has it all, from the history and evolution of electronic security to designing the most advanced enterprise integrated security systems in the world. All elements of security system design are here, including definitions, technology, roles and responsibilities of design team members, and most importantly, how they all work together. This book will become the standard on security systems design. I highly recommend it for security professionals and students.