MANCHESTER, N.H., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What steps should a business take before installing an access control system? A HelloNation article provides the answer, detailing how planning, credential management, and integration create stronger building security. Readers can explore these insights in a HelloNation article.

The feature highlights Security Systems Expert Brandon Richardson of Mount Major Tech in Manchester, who explains that access control success depends on preparation rather than hardware alone. Many businesses assume that choosing between badge systems, keypad access, or mobile access is the main decision, but real effectiveness begins long before any device is mounted.

The article shows that understanding how people move through a space is essential. Richardson starts each project by auditing who needs access and when. This audit reveals work patterns, vendor visits, and cleaning schedules that shape how credentials are assigned. By defining time windows for each group, companies reduce overlapping permissions and prevent misuse.

A clear access list serves as the foundation for reliable credential management. When every user’s access level matches their schedule, confusion and weak spots decrease. This disciplined setup also helps avoid gaps where credentials remain active after an employee or contractor leaves.

Next, the article explains how physical layout determines system design. Each door or access point carries a different level of importance. A main entrance, storage area, and shipping dock all demand unique configurations to match their traffic and risk level.

Security Systems Expert Brandon Richardson evaluates foot traffic, visibility, and potential for tailgating—when one person follows another through a secured door. These simple observations guide whether access readers should be installed on one or both sides of the door and where supporting cameras should be placed for full event records.

Technology choices come after the site review. The HelloNation feature explains that badge systems offer simplicity and reliability, but they depend on careful tracking of lost or stolen cards. Keypad access eliminates physical badges but requires regular code updates to prevent sharing. Mobile access provides convenience and fast control but relies on working apps and charged phones.

Richardson stresses that the right choice depends on workflow. A strong access control system should fit how people already operate, not force them to change daily habits. When the system matches the rhythm of the business, security and productivity align naturally.

Integration stands out as another core principle. The article explains that modern systems perform best when access control connects with alarms, surveillance cameras, and internal networks. This coordination makes it easier to verify incidents and spot unusual behavior.

A forced door after hours, for example, should automatically trigger an alert and send a video clip to the security team. Without integration, separate systems operate in isolation, leaving staff to piece together events manually. The HelloNation article underscores that effective building security relies on systems that communicate seamlessly.

Power and wiring are equally critical to long-term reliability. Every reader, lock, and control panel requires stable electricity. Richardson checks each doorway for safe wiring paths that protect cables from damage and exposure. The article points out that extension cords are not an acceptable substitute and can create safety hazards.

Backup power testing ensures that doors remain secure during an outage. A system that loses power should still protect the building and allow safe egress. Richardson advises confirming that backup batteries or generators activate properly, maintaining both function and safety when the main grid fails.

Policy development completes the preparation process. Even the best access control hardware can fail if rules are unclear. The HelloNation piece outlines practical policies covering how new employees receive credentials, how permissions are removed when staff leave, and how temporary access is handled for contractors or visitors.

Credential management is not just a technical issue—it is an operational one. The article reminds readers that old badges, unused codes, or forgotten mobile access can leave serious vulnerabilities. Routine audits and automatic expiration dates help keep the system clean and secure.

When all of these steps—assessment, layout planning, technology selection, integration, power management, and policy building—come together, businesses achieve balanced protection without unnecessary complexity.

Security Systems Expert Brandon Richardson explains that preparation transforms installation from a simple equipment task into a coordinated process that supports both safety and convenience. With this approach, each door and credential becomes part of a larger, reliable security plan.

The HelloNation feature concludes that a well-prepared access control system does more than lock doors. It organizes how people move through a property, supports record keeping, and integrates seamlessly with other building systems.

Smart Preparation Steps for Reliable Access Control Systems features insights from Brandon Richardson, Security Systems Expert of Manchester, NH, in HelloNation.

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ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FANUC America will debut a dedicated Cobot and Go booth (#1001) at Automate 2026, June 22–26 at McCormick Place in Chicago, featuring pre-engineered collaborative robot systems built for rapid deployment and developed with leading system integrators and distributors.  

Located adjacent to FANUC’s main booth (#1401), the Cobot and Go exhibit highlights application-ready solutions based on FANUC’s CRX series of collaborative robots, demonstrating how manufacturers can implement automation quickly using standardized, portable systems rather than custom-built cells.

“Many manufacturers want to automate but are hesitant to take on complex, fixed systems,” said Simon Kenworthy, General Manager, Authorized System Integrator Sales, FANUC America. “The Cobot and Go approach shows how collaborative out-of-the-box robot solutions can make automation more accessible, scalable and achievable on the shop floor.”

Integrator-Driven Automation Cells on Display

The booth will feature multiple collaborative robot systems developed by FANUC integrators and distributors, each demonstrating a specific real-world application:

Mission Design and Automation – Dispense Buddy with CRX-10iA
A mobile dispensing and assembly cell using a drag-and-drop interface for path programming. The system combines pick-to-light bins, a flexible fixture table and an integrated dispense nozzle to automate simulated printed circuit board assembly and precision adhesive application.Premier Tech – TOMA Palletizing Solution with CRX-30iA
A compact palletizing and depalletizing system that automatically transfers boxes between pallets via conveyor, demonstrating a continuous pick-place-palletize cycle with minimal programming using a pre-engineered interface.Robotic Technical Support Services – EZPainter with CRX-10iA
An automated coating system for consistent spray application on automotive components, featuring programmable coating paths, automated color change and repeatable finishing performance in a compact footprint.Genuine Cable Group – ATLIS AI Track and Inspect with CRX-5iA
A vision-enabled inspection cell powered by Inbolt AI, capable of identifying and tracking randomly oriented parts with minimal programming—demonstrating AI-based inspection and material handling.Vention – CNC Machine Tending Drawer System with CRX-10iA/L and CRX-20iA/L
A pre-engineered drawer-based machine tending solution that automates loading and unloading of CNC parts, using stacked drawers and standardized trays for high-density part storage and consistent, repeatable workflows.Lincoln Electric – Cooper® ADAPT Welding Cobot with CRX-10iA/L
A collaborative welding system mounted on a 7th-axis linear rail, enabling extended reach across dual work zones with a rotary positioner. The system demonstrates simplified weld programming using the Cooper application interface.Matrix Design – Post Machining Flex Cart with CRX-20iA/L
A mobile post-processing cell that automates machine unloading, part washing, blow-off drying and inspection, with integrated data tracking via an industrial PC for MES connectivity.CMES Robotics – Pick and Bag Cobot Cart with CRX-10iA
An AI-driven fulfillment solution for e-commerce order picking and automated bagging, using trained vision models to identify SKUs and achieve high-accuracy pick-and-pack operations.AMT – Maverick Depalletizing Cell with CRX-30iA
A collaborative mixed-case depalletizing system that uses integrated AI vision to identify and pick randomly arranged cases in real time. The solution automates unloading of mixed-SKU pallets by dynamically determining the next best pick, enabling efficient handling of varying box sizes, orientations and graphics with minimal programming.

Designed for Portability and Rapid Deployment

Many Cobot and Go systems are built on mobile carts or compact bases, allowing manufacturers to deploy automation where needed without permanent infrastructure changes. Standard power requirements, integrated air systems, and intuitive software interfaces further reduce setup time and training requirements.

These solutions demonstrate how FANUC and its integrator network are enabling a shift from one-off automation projects to repeatable, scalable deployment models.

Enabling Faster Paths to Automation

By collaborating closely with integrators, FANUC is highlighting how CRX cobots can serve as a foundation for standardized, ready‑to‑deploy automation across industries. This approach helps manufacturers move beyond pilot projects and toward scalable automation strategies that deliver measurable value more quickly.

The Cobot‑and‑Go booth complements FANUC’s main Automate exhibit by focusing on practical adoption—demonstrating how collaborative automation can be implemented incrementally to support workforce efficiency, operational flexibility and long‑term growth.

Discover how Cobot and Go, powered by FANUC CRX collaborative robots, simplifies automation with pre‑engineered, plug‑and‑play solutions designed for fast deployment and reliable performance by booking a guided tour of Booth #1001) at Automate 2026.

About FANUC America Corporation
FANUC America Corporation is a subsidiary of FANUC CORPORATION in Japan and provides industry‑leading CNC systems, robotics, and ROBOMACHINEs. FANUC’s innovative technologies help manufacturers maximize productivity, reliability, and profitability. Headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan, FANUC America has facilities throughout North and South America.
Learn more at www.fanucamerica.com.

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Former Regeneron, Pfizer and Purdue Pharma commercial leader brings deep expertise as ixlayer expands its award-winning direct-to-patient platform

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ixlayer, a cloud-based platform powering end-to-end direct-to-patient (DTP) healthcare, today announced the appointment of Helmut Osorio as General Manager. Osorio brings two decades of leadership experience across marketing, sales, market access and global product launches. He joins as pharmaceutical companies increasingly look for more actionable, measurable ways to connect patients from awareness to care. He reports to Pouria Sanae, co-founder and CEO.

Osorio joins ixlayer at a time of significant momentum for the company and the broader direct-to-patient category. Over the past year, ixlayer has earned more than a half-dozen industry awards recognizing its innovation in biopharma collaboration, patient engagement and health equity, including a prestigious Stevie Award for Healthcare Technology Innovation of the Year and a Fierce DEI Award for advancing equity in patient care.

The appointment also follows growing industry demand for direct-to-patient models that make pharmaceutical marketing more effective by helping patients take the next step after awareness. In ixlayer’s recent survey of pharmaceutical leaders conducted in partnership with the Digital Health Coalition, 94% of respondents said they are currently running, planning, or exploring a direct-to-patient program, and 82% said disconnected and fragmented healthcare experiences have reduced the effectiveness of their DTC spend.

“Pharma marketers are under more pressure than ever to turn awareness into action, and action into measurable care progression,” said Pouria Sanae, co-founder and CEO of ixlayer. “The brands winning today are the ones closing the gap between DTC spend and actual patient outcomes — and that requires infrastructure, not just intent. Helmut has built and scaled commercial strategies on both sides of that challenge, and that experience is exactly what our biopharma partners will benefit from.”

Osorio most recently served as Senior Director of Marketing, Ophthalmology at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, where he led science-based marketing strategy and cross-functional launch execution for EYLEA HD. He previously advised biopharmaceutical and life sciences companies as Principal and Managing Partner of Gordian Solutions LLC, developing commercialization, market access, positioning and launch strategies for emerging organizations. Earlier in his career, Osorio held senior commercial leadership roles at Purdue Pharma, Auxilium Pharmaceuticals and Pfizer, where he led brand strategy, access planning and growth initiatives across primary and specialty care portfolios, including multi-billion-dollar global healthcare brands.

“Having led launches and market access strategy at large pharma, I’ve seen firsthand how much value gets lost between a patient becoming aware of a treatment and actually accessing it. ixlayer is purpose-built to close that gap in a way I haven’t seen elsewhere. The opportunity to help biopharma partners make that journey more seamless, and at scale, is very exciting.”

Osorio earned an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Pre-Med from the University of Michigan. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.

About ixlayer
ixlayer [pronounced: I-X-layer] is the leading provider of cloud-based platforms that power a seamless, end-to-end direct-to-patient healthcare experience. ixEngage by ixlayer seamlessly integrates with all healthcare ecosystem partners, connecting biopharma with patients in a user-centric way. This proprietary technology accelerates the path to diagnosis, supports optimal care, drives operational efficiency, and improves health equity and outcomes for all. To date, ixlayer has activated over four million patient care journeys. Learn more at www.ixlayer.com.

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