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New full and affiliate members Pierre Burger, Philip Prestage, Colin Przystupa, Roger Noakes, John Fleming and James Wheeler were presented with their membership certificates by Roy Sutherland, Chairman, at the recent Association of Security Consultants (ASC) quarterly Business Club Seminar held recently in St. James's, London.

NSI appoint RAF man

08/07/06

The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) has announced the appointment of Andrew White CB as its new Chief Executive from 1 August 2006, following the recent departure of Tom Mullarkey MBE to RoSPA.

Andrew White joins NSI after a distinguished career in the Royal Air Force where he served for 32 years and attained the rank of Air Vice Marshall. He was most recently Commander Number 3 Group with responsibility for 12,000 servicemen and women. He has an honours degree in engineering.

Commenting on the appointment, Sir Michael Bett, NSI Chairman said "I am delighted to welcome Andrew White to NSI at a time when both the security and fire protection industries are undergoing significant change. NSI has established itself as a strong, leading brand with prominent recognition as the mark of quality and credibility. Andrew's wealth of experience will benefit NSI, as he leads the organisation forward in of developing and maintaining high standards to safeguard customers".

Andrew White added: "I am pleased to be joining an organisation that is acknowledged for promoting the highest standards without compromise. This is an exiting challenge and I relish opportunity to drive forward the excellent work of NSI, building on its widely recognised strengths as an inspection and approvals body. The professionalism and commitment of NSI is outstanding and I look forward to leading a dedicated team of experts that provide the quality foundations behind the security and fire industries."

Left to right: Laurie Doust (ASC Secretary), Keith Carey (Salto Systems), Ramesh Gurdev (Salto Systems), Roy Sutherland (ASC Chairman)

Left to right: Simon Lambert (ASC Member), Roy Sutherland (ASC Chairman), Kevin Quinn (Acting ASC Secretary).

Roy also welcomed back Laurie Doust, ASC Secretary, from his most recent journey and said that "if Laurie goes on any more cruises, we'll have to club together and buy him a boat!".

Salto Systems sponsored the event, with Keith Carey giving an introduction to the company. Keith then handed over the meeting to Ramesh Gurdev, whose presentation included available access control technologies and how to increase access security. Ramesh concluded by giving a fascinating insight into the future of access of control, including trends and solutions.

Robert Powell of Integrated Payment Solutions provided information about Smart Cards and how the applications can be integrated. He also gave details about campus and company wide solutions. Robert concluded with his thoughts about facts and fictions of the Mifare world which were of great interest to the capacity audience.

An insight into the role and charitable aims of the Worshipful Company of Security Professionals (WCoSP) was given by Andrew Knights, Treasurer of the WCoSP.

Simon Lambert (ASC Member) gave an excellent and light hearted insight into the problems that can be faced when deciding what digital video recording systems to buy and install. His candid thoughts were well received by the audience.

Roy Sutherland brought the formal proceedings to a close by thanking all those who had provided the interesting presentations and to Salto Systems for sponsoring the event.

Roy reminded everyone that the next Business Club Seminar will be held on 9^th September 2010. He also mentioned that CONSEC, the ASC's annual international conference and exhibition, will be held on Thursday, 4 November 2010, at the RAF Museum at Hendon. He indicated that another exciting programme is being finalised for this year and that there are only a few spaces left for exhibitors.

Everyone then adjourned to the bar and to partake of a vast and delicious buffet luncheon, and to take the opportunity to chat with old friends and make new ones.

The ASC organises a number of prominent events during the year, which are of importance to both ASC members and others who are interested in security issues and technical innovations.

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