About Benchmark
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Delivering independent product testing to the security industry
enchmark is the only magazine in the security industry dedicated to establishing a performance index for electronic security products and solutions. It achieves this by testing and assessing equipment and technologies to generate real-world results. Benchmark also collates data from previous tests and assessments and uses this information to create its performance index; a feature that allows readers to quickly and easily check performance data about products and components. This information is available in many different formats. All Benchmark tests are fully independent and are
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supervised by the Benchmark editorial team. Because Benchmark is fiercely independent, you can be sure that you are receiving unbiased and honest information.
BENCHMARK INDEPENDENTTESTING THE STATUS AWARDS
Benchmark Recommended Status is awarded to products that undergo the independent testing process and receive an overall rating of 80% or higher. Products which receive this status are
then permitted to use the Recommended logo, which illustrates they have passed application-specific testing and have reached a very high standard.
Benchmark Outstanding Status is awarded to products that undergo the independent testing process and receive an overall rating of 90% or higher. Products which receive this status are then permitted to use the Outstanding logo, which illustrates they have passed application-specific testing and have reached the very highest standards.
Because products and systems in the electronic security industry are varied, there are inevitable price differences between products designed to do the same job. It may be that one device
offers a credible level of performance equivalent to its peers, but has a more competitive cost. Alternatively, the device may have a similar price to its peers, but delivers additional features and functions. In such cases, these products are recognised by the award of Benchmark Best Buy status.
BENCHMARK INDEPENDENTTESTING THE TEST PROCESSES
COMPARATIVE TESTING Benchmark carries out comparative testing of products. This is an essential part of delivering real-world information about certain product groupings. These tests select product based upon specific criteria, and then pit the devices against others that could be specified for the same task. These tests deliver an independent and genuine experience of using the products.
PROFESSIONAL TESTING Benchmark carries out testing of individual products. These tests take a single product and produce an in-depth test report, looking at all aspects of its performance. This delivers useful and important information, and allows you to ‘get under the skin’ of the specific products.
PRODUCT ASSESSMENTS
There are some products that are hard to consider in isolation. These products require other devices or applications in order to bring out their full potential. Constraints in time and test sites often mean that these solutions don’t get a chance to shine. To ensure that you get the best possible indication of a product’s potential, Benchmark also carries product assessments. These take place with assistance from the manufacturer, either at test facilities or on-site, and accurately describe the full features and functions, as well as the pros and cons of the solution. You can rest assured that despite manufacturer involvement, the reports are honest, independent and open.
TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGES
There are times when applications could benefit from a number of differing approaches. Deciding which way to go is sometimes a difficult task. With this in mind, Benchmark undertakes challenges designed to illustrate the pros and cons of certain working practices. This will ensure that you can assess the varying routes to providing a credible level of protection to your customers.
BENCHMARK PERFORMANCE GUIDES
To simplify your task when specifying products and solutions, Benchmark carries performance guides, giving you an ‘at a glance’ view of the top performing and best-buy products and systems.
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