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    Why integration company leaders must rethink how they invest for growth
    Nov. 17, 2025
    Chris Peterson is the founder and president of Vector Firm, a sales consulting and training company built specifically for the security industry. Use “Security Business” as a coupon code to receive a 10% lifetime discount at the Vector Firm Academy. www.vectorfirmacademy.com • (321) 439-3025
    Tips for making one of the most difficult roles in an organization a little easier
    Nov. 17, 2025
    With a career spanning nearly every role in the life safety industry and a NICET Level IV certification, Ben Adams is a sought-after author and speaker. In 2020, he founded Field Sim to accelerate training for companies, shrinking time-to-value for new techs from months to just days. Most of his columns are excerpted from Fire Alarm 101 training content, which can be found at https://training.fieldsim.com.
    While wiring may have some similarities with access control technology, fire code compliance demands a different approach
    Nov. 17, 2025
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    In a letter to the editor, the Security Industry Alarm Coalition maintains that it is improving the status quo of alarm response in the U.S.
    Nov. 17, 2025
    Timothy J. Pastore Esq., is a Partner in the New York office of Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP (www.mmwr.com), where he is Vice-Chair of the Litigation Department. Before entering private practice, he was an officer and Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the U.S. Air Force and Attorney with the DOJ. tpastore@mmwr.com • (212) 551-7707
    While the TSA’s new technology is speeding up security lines, there may be legal implications
    Nov. 17, 2025
    Elloitt Gabriel of Preferred Technologies (left) and Victor DesPlas of DH Pace.
    Only by understanding the why behind a customer request can integrators deliver meaningful solutions.
    Nov. 17, 2025
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    Designed for use in airport terminals
    Oct. 24, 2025
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    Powered by Palantir, it distills vast internal and external information streams into concise, actionable insights tailored to the C-Suite.
    Oct. 24, 2025
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    provide long-term value with cost-effective hardware, straightforward maintenance, and flexible subscription options.
    Oct. 24, 2025
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    for today’s multi-unit residential and commercial properties
    Oct. 24, 2025
    Nice Smart 535 Series Gate Operators
    Nice's SwingSmart 535 and SlideSmart 535 are next-generation commercial gate operators.
    Oct. 21, 2025
    SimpliSafe is expanding beyond residential protection with new security solutions tailored for small and medium-sized businesses.
    Hooman Shahidi, SimpliSafe’s Chief Product Officer, discusses the company’s future under GTCR ownership, its relationship to Everon, and how the acquisition supports continued...
    Oct. 21, 2025
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    The planned acquisition combines Dataminr’s real-time AI intelligence platform with ThreatConnect’s internal data and threat management capabilities.
    Oct. 21, 2025
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    The acquisition of Carolina Video Security expands Vector Security’s commercial presence in North Carolina while maintaining continuity of service for local customers.
    Oct. 21, 2025
    Joseph Lynch, left, and Ron Oetjen mark a leadership transition at Minuteman Security & Life Safety, with Lynch moving to Board Chairman and Oetjen stepping into the CEO role effective Jan. 1, 2026.
    Effective Jan. 1, 2026, Minuteman Security & Life Safety President Ron Oetjen will become CEO, while founder Joseph Lynch transitions to Board Chairman.
    Oct. 21, 2025
    Alan Gillmore, IV Named President of The Monitoring Association
    As President, Gillmore will focus on advancing TMA’s mission to promote professionalism, innovation, and standards across the monitoring and security sectors.
    Oct. 21, 2025
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    The iCAM TD200 face and iris recognition device captures left and right iris images simultaneously, along with a high-quality face image, in a single session.
    Oct. 20, 2025
    ASSA ABLOY Acquires Kentix in Germany
    Kentix, which is based in Idar-Obenstein, Germany, designs and manufactures monitoring and access control products for use in data centers.
    Oct. 20, 2025
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    Minuteman Security & Life Safety expands into Texas through a partnership with Austin-based Turnkey Security, strengthening its technical capabilities and regional reach.
    Oct. 17, 2025
    Pye-Barker Fire & Safety expands its presence in the healthcare market with the acquisition of Louisiana-based Sound & Communications Systems, a provider of security, fire alarm and nurse call solutions.
    The acquisition strengthens Pye-Barker Fire & Safety’s capabilities in delivering integrated life safety and security solutions for healthcare facilities.
    Oct. 17, 2025
    Drew Sherman has been appointed president of Vision Technologies, where he will oversee strategic growth and operational initiatives for the national systems integrator.
    Vision Technologies has named Drew Sherman president to lead the company’s strategic growth and operational excellence as a national systems integrator.
    Oct. 16, 2025
    Industry veteran Joseph Grillo brings more than three decades of experience in electronic security and identification to his new role on Azure Access Technology’s Board of Directors.
    Azure Access Technology has appointed industry veteran Joseph Grillo to its Board of Directors to support the company’s strategic growth and leadership in enterprise access control...
    Oct. 16, 2025
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    Security 101 acquired JY Security in San Antonio and Beartooth Corp. in Minneapolis, strengthening its presence in key regional markets.
    Oct. 15, 2025
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    The agreement adds IDmelon’s FIDO-based passwordless authentication platform and hardware to HID’s expanding identity and access management portfolio.
    Oct. 15, 2025
    A SimpliSafe live monitoring agent provides real-time visual verification and voice intervention to help deter intrusions before they occur.
    SimpliSafe is expanding into the small business market with new monitoring plans, AI-enabled deterrence and live-agent protection designed to deliver proactive, affordable security...
    Oct. 15, 2025
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    Paul Nakasone, a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former head of both the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command, had a message for security professionals at GSX: Combine your technical fluency with ethical leadership.
    At GSX 2025, retired four-star General Paul Nakasone, former Director of the National Security Agency and Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, urged security professionals to confront...
    Oct. 15, 2025
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    The acquisition adds SETEC’s federal and enterprise expertise to Security 101’s expanding national integration network.
    Oct. 14, 2025
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    In this Executive Q&A, CEO Greg Daly discusses the company’s expanding footprint, market strategy, and how integrators can navigate rapid technological and operational change....
    Oct. 14, 2025
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    Eagle Eye Networks CEO Dean Drako officially unveils the Eagle Eye gun detection solution at The Capital Factory in Austin, Texas.
    Eagle Eye Networks introduced its AI-powered gun detection solution at a live press conference in Austin, Texas, where CEO Dean Drako and industry leaders showcased its real-time...
    Oct. 10, 2025
    The Convergint Development Center features collaborative workspaces and advanced training facilities designed to support the company’s global operations and workforce development initiatives.
    The new Convergint Development Center will serve as a hub for training, collaboration, and support for more than 11,000 employees and partners worldwide.
    Oct. 9, 2025
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    The retirement of Profile S marks ONVIF’s continued move toward stronger security practices and broader interoperability through Profile T.
    ONVIF announced plans to retire its long-standing Profile S standard, encouraging users to transition to Profile T for enhanced video interoperability and stronger cybersecurity...
    Oct. 9, 2025
    Award recipients will be recognized during a special ceremony on Nov. 19 at ISC East 2025 in New York, celebrating their contributions to advancing security technology and workforce excellence.
    The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent recognized 10 winners of its 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards.
    Oct. 7, 2025
    Sean Forrest joins Alarm Detection Systems as its first non-family president, guiding the company’s next stage of growth and technology innovation in the security and life safety market.
    ADS has named Sean Forrest as its first non-family president in the company’s history to lead its next phase of growth, geographic expansion and technology innovation.
    Oct. 7, 2025
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    SIA is recognizing Axis Communications Co-Founder Martin Gren for his decades of innovation and leadership in the security industry.
    Oct. 7, 2025
    Bosch is uniting its North American integrator operations under the Bosch Building Technologies brand, consolidating Climatec and Paladin Technologies to broaden its integration services.
    Bosch will consolidate Climatec and Paladin Technologies into a single North American organization under the Bosch Building Technologies brand beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
    Oct. 2, 2025
    Sciens Building Solutions Expands Texas Footprint With Acquisition Of Alarmtechs, Inc
    The move strengthens Sciens’ presence in the Texas market and expands service capabilities for customers across the state’s major metropolitan areas.
    Oct. 2, 2025
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    At GSX, SecurityInfoWatch toured New Orleans' Real-Time Crime Center with Director Ross Bourgeois for an inside look at the city-wide surveillance network.
    Oct. 1, 2025
    Keenfinity showcases its new Radionix intrusion solutions during GSX 2025 in New Orleans.
    Intrusion systems will be offered alongside Bosch-branded intrusion sensors and access control products.
    Sept. 30, 2025
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    Executive producer Richard Ticho presented the world premiere of The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentary at GSX 2025.
    Resilient Features spotlights the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of the many female security professionals who broke barriers in the industry at the documentary’s World Premiere...
    Sept. 29, 2025
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    SFS has acquired Lakeview Security, Fire & Communications, expanding its alarm and monitoring services in Arkansas while keeping the Lakeview team in place.
    Sept. 24, 2025
    Keenfinity to Restructure Into Four-Business Holding
    The restructuring establishes four distinct business units: Intrusion & Access, Video, Audio, and a newly formed Electronics Manufacturing Services division.
    Sept. 24, 2025
    I Pro Active Guard Version 3
    Active Guard enables real-time alerts and advanced forensic search based on attributes like clothing color, vehicle type, or detected anomalies.
    Sept. 23, 2025
    ASIS International Announces New Executive Protection Standard
    The standard aims to address executive-specific security pain points while extending the defense umbrella to their family members and assets.
    Sept. 23, 2025
    DMP AlarmVision and Virtual Keypad Drivers
    Dealers who have standardized on Axis cameras and DMP control panels can now bring AlarmVision and Virtual Keypad features directly to their customers without adding or replacing...
    Sept. 17, 2025
    Wyze Palm Lock
    The Wyze Palm Lock is a smart home lock that uses biometric technology to identify users based on the unique pattern of veins beneath the surface of the palm.
    Sept. 16, 2025
    Umojo NexShield
    Umojo NexShield is an AI-powered video surveillance platform built on advanced computer vision and real-time AI analytics.
    Sept. 12, 2025
    Alarm.com ADC-V516 Indoor Wi-Fi Camera
    Alarm.com's ADC-V516 is a compact indoor Wi-Fi camera that pairs 1080p HDR video with intelligent video analytics, two-way audio, and proactive deterrence tools.
    Sept. 11, 2025
    CellGate Entría Single Door Controller
    CellGate's Entría Single Door Controller is an access control solution that delivers modern, user-friendly access management.
    Sept. 8, 2025