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Auracast – The Future of Assistive Listening Technology

Auracast is set to transform how millions of people experience sound — making the world more inclusive, accessible, and connected than ever before.

Unlock Doors with Just a Tap: The My2N Access Control App for Apple Watch

In an era where seamless integration, convenience, and security define modern living, 2N’s My2N access control app for Apple Watch introduces a powerful new way to access your home, office, or facility - all from your wrist.

How to create a School Lockdown Procedure

How to create a personalised School Lockdown Procedure to prevent threats or intruders from gaining access to your school buildings.

What is BS 8300 code of pratice and what are the revised changes?

The BS 8300 code of practice detailing the approaches to meet the required inclusive design of buildings for meeting the needs of disabled people. The key element of the revision that happened in 2018 by the British Standards institution to BS8300 is to offer "equal access to services and buildings".

I.P. Intercoms Glossary of Terms

I.P. Communications is easy and cost-effective, it is a flexible way to give remote users access to the intercom without the investment of new cabling or hardware. IP Intercoms are the perfect system for secure and comfortable communication.

What is AV-over-IP?

AV-over-IP is the fastest growing signal transmission technology in the Audio Visual industry; but what is it and how will it change the future of AV systems?

Understanding AV Terms and Acronyms

CIE has the A-Z Glossary of Audio Visual terms and acronyms.

Akuvox Smart Home Integration compatible platforms

Together with our trusted third-party platform partners, Akuvox creates smart intercom systems which allow seamless integration for smart home living and intelligent work places.

What is happening in the growth of Network Audio?

As technology is evolving CIE look into the latest opportunities and benefits network audio holds and how it all works.

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Akuvox ACMS Pro: Smarter Access Control Management Software

Akuvox ACMS Pro: Smarter Access Control Management Software

Akuvox ACMS Pro is on-premises, PC-based access control software that brings doors, users and access permissions into one central system. Manage personnel, departments, access levels, schedules and security logs locally from your own PC, across all connected Akuvox devices. It’s available in the UK from CIE Group, the official Akuvox distributor.
What Are Akuvox Event Trigger Rules and How Do They Work?

What Are Akuvox Event Trigger Rules and How Do They Work?

Access control has traditionally been about deciding who can enter, where they can go and when they are allowed through a door. Akuvox Smart Access is now taking that idea a step further.
Akuvox Apple Wallet Access: How Does It Work?

Akuvox Apple Wallet Access: How Does It Work?

Akuvox now supports Apple Wallet access, turning your iPhone or Apple Watch into a secure door credential. Once your installer or administrator has enabled it, add your pass through the Akuvox SmartPlus app and simply hold your device near a supported reader. Available for residential and commercial projects in the UK through CIE Group.