--- title: Helping you make better-informed security decisions | Andy McQueen description: Andy McQueen is a Security System Professional who has contributed in the growth and success of reputable integration companies. As CEO for ivelah, he drives and endorses a deployment and support-based offering through excellence, using more than 30 years of industry knowledge. --- [![Ivelah-Logo](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ivelah-Logo_pngC-2.png?width=220&height=122&name=Ivelah-Logo_pngC-2.png "Ivelah-Logo")](https://www.ivelah.com) ## Andy McQueen Andy McQueen is a Security System Professional who has contributed in the growth and success of reputable integration companies. As CEO for ivelah, he drives and endorses a deployment and support-based offering through excellence, using more than 30 years of industry knowledge. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ### [THE BENEFITS OF CREATING SECURITY SYSTEM STANDARDS May 2, 2022 | by Andy McQueen Most companies recognize the advantages of producing a security systems standard policy but few have yet to implement one. Establishing system guidelines for security will define how access control...](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/standards-benefit-22) ### [Top 10 overlooked security system features in 2022 February 28, 2022 | by Andy McQueen ivelah provides access control and video surveillance solutions that go far beyond typical system expectations. We are committed to security designs and deployments that address quality and safety,... In video surveillance, integrations, access control](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/top10_2022) ### [Should your access control solution be cloud-based or stay On-Prem? January 31, 2022 | by Andy McQueen As we discussed last month, there is a growing trend toward migrating solutions to the cloud. Security is one of those where we see this conversation coming up more often. This month we continue to... In video surveillance, VSaaS, cloud-based, VMS](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/acaas) ### [Is a cloud-based video surveillance system the right solution for you? January 3, 2022 | by Andy McQueen While most organizations choose to use and deploy traditional software, servers, and hardware for their video surveillance. (Referred to as “On-Prem” in this article), there is a growing trend toward... In access control, cloud-based, ACaaS](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/vsaas) ### [2021: Security challenges & ivelah update December 6, 2021 | by Andy McQueen 2021 was a stellar year for ivelah. With the support of our suppliers and partners, we helped our clients achieve important milestones for the timely completion of projects and customer support.... In security systems, video surveillance, TRACE, Remote Managed Services](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/2021challenges) ### [Ease the strain on your operations with RMS from TRACE November 1, 2021 | by Andy McQueen Reduce stress and ease the strain. Harness the power of your security equipment to help you reach your operational objectives with TRACE from ivelah. In security systems, video surveillance, TRACE, Remote Managed Services](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/easethestrain) ### [Physical security with Rapid Exit in mind October 4, 2021 | by Andy McQueen Security systems have a host of features that control access, provide video surveillance and deliver powerful integrations with other business systems. In security systems, visitor management](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/rapid_exit) ### [5 Good Reasons to Utilize a Visitor Management System September 6, 2021 | by Andy McQueen Who has access to your facility? Here are 5 ways a visitor management system can safeguard your business, keep your brand and reputation intact and help you stay in compliance. In security systems, visitor management](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/visitor_management) ### [Be aware of these 5 Hidden Guarding & Security Costs August 2, 2021 | by Andy McQueen Manufacturers are dealing with substantial price increases for materials and global supply chain shortages in other areas. While many feel price increases are inevitable, they are looking at their... In security systems, video surveillance, access control](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/hiddencosts) ### [2021 Mid-Year Physical Security Trends awareness July 5, 2021 | by Andy McQueen As we approach the mid-year point of 2021, it is evident that the methodology for security system design, deployment, and configuration is going to continue to change. In response to these... In video surveillance, integrations, access control](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/midpoint) ### [Is your surveillance video usable when you need it? May 28, 2021 | by Andy McQueen **Usable or actionable video is a critical and often overlooked function of any security system. All too often Security Managers and end-users end up with blurry images from their video surveillance...** In newly installed security systems, security systems, video surveillance](https://ivelahcast.ivelah.com/usable_video) ### [WHAT ACCESS CONTROL & VIDEO SURVEILLANCE CAPABILITIES ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON? May 3, 2021 | by Andy McQueen Security technology continues to improve and can provide additional layers of functionality that work in conjunction with people flow and production within your facilities. 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