THE MAGAZINE

In an age of information, security professionals understand the value of gaining the type of knowledge on offer at the annual ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits. Here's a sampling of this year's highlights.

Last year's Mumbai terror attacks underscored the difficulties multinational corporations potentially have protecting their property and employees overseas. Two security professionals who traveled to India early last year discuss how to provide security in India while respecting its cultural traditions and norms. (Online Exclusive)

From copper thefts to cyberthreats, utilities face many forces that could interrupt their electricity services. Here's how three companies are meeting the challenge.

Law enforcement agencies are studying shootings by officers to determine whether the victim had suicidal intent. Such information can help in future incidents.

Forget everything you've seen on CSI, a new National Research Council report says the only proven forensic science is DNA analysis.

A national bakery chain found that sending alarm signals using IP technology rather than landlines led to significant savings.

A court rules that an employer is responsible for the actions of an employee returning from a conference; however, a fire department is not liable for a sexual assault committed by firefighters. Congress considers legislation on food safety and bioterrorism.

ASIS announces the winners of the Criscuoli, Bordes, and Merit Awards, and Bob Adkisson, CPP, PCI, PSP, is profiled.

A quality hiring and training program can help security managers build and retain a top-notch staff.