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Integrators
State of the Industry 2020: An Integrator's Perspective
Dec. 11, 2020
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Security Business 2020 Salary Survey
Dec. 11, 2020
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Security Gives Back in 2020
Dec. 11, 2020
A COVID outbreak in his immediate family meant that Silent Guard President/CEO Dwight Sears had to run his business from home for weeks.
COVID-19
Integrator 1-on-1: Dealing with an Outbreak
Dec. 11, 2020
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A blueprint for integrators on how to leverage technology to secure Tier 3 and 4 data center facilities
Critical Infrastructure
Defending Data Centers
A blueprint for integrators on how to leverage technology to secure Tier 3 and 4 facilities
Dec. 11, 2020
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Small retail businesses and restaurants may be the best candidates for a managed services solution.
COVID-19
Managed Security Services Evolve with the Pandemic
As the varied needs of security end-users change in response to COVID-19, integrators can take advantage by offering an array of options
Dec. 11, 2020
Paul Rothman is Editor-in-Chief of Security Business magazine (www.securitybusinessmag.com). Email him your comments or topic suggestions at
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Residential Technologies
Editor's Note: Return to Home
After years of uncertainty, attrition and increased competition, the pandemic seems to have reignited the residential security market
Dec. 11, 2020
Chris Peterson is the founder and president of Vector Firm (www.vectorfirm.com), a sales consulting and training company built specifically for the security industry. To request more info about the company, visit www.securityinfowatch.com/12361573.
Integrators
Modern Selling: 7 Things Salespeople Should Expect in 2021
Many of the adaptations we made in 2020 could be here to stay
Dec. 11, 2020
Brandon Reich is CEO of SecureBI (www.securebi.com), a business and strategic advisory firm exclusively serving the physical security and IoT industries. In more than 20 years in the security industry, he has held executive positions at companies including Honeywell, Pelco and Pivot3. Follow him on Twitter at @Brandon_Reich or email him at
[email protected]
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Integrators
Tech Trends: Technology's Role in Police Reform
Much attention has been put on policies and procedures, but we must also consider the crucial role technology plays in helping law enforcement serve our communities
Dec. 11, 2020
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, Mr. Pastore was an officer and Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the U.S. Air Force and a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Reach him at (212) 551-7707 or by e-mail at
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Facial Recognition Solutions
Legal Brief: Facial Recognition 180 in Detroit
City bucks the trend of banning the technology in favor of a common sense proposal that balances privacy with the need for safety
Dec. 11, 2020
Ryan Carroll is an Executive Recruiter for Recruit Group (https://recruitgrp.com), with a focus on security industry operations, sales, and sales leadership. For help with your security recruiting efforts, contact her at
[email protected]
or call (954) 278-8286.
Integrators
Recruiting Roadmap: COVID-19 and the Security Job Market
Much like the overall economy, employment among integrators seems to be experiencing a V-shaped recovery
Dec. 11, 2020
Candice Aragon is Director of Marketing for PSA Security Network. Request more info about PSA at www.securityinfowatch.com/10214742.
Integrators
Insider Intelligence: New Year, New Marketing Plan
As the business priorities shift, so too should the marketing strategies and tactics that support them
Dec. 11, 2020
ADT will continue to promote and install their Command and Control offering to customers until the end of 2022; then, the company will shift to a new platform based on development with new partner Google.
Residential Technologies
ADT+Google Roadmap Revealed
Recent earnings calls shed light on ADT’s plans, as well as relationship with Alarm.com
Nov. 18, 2020
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Access Control
LenelS2 announces OnGuard interface with DMP Intrusion Detection Systems
New interface expands functionality, increases compliance in highly regulated markets and simplifies administration and deployment
Nov. 16, 2020
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Hosted/Managed Access Control
OpenEye adds cloud-to-cloud Feenics access control integration
OpenEye Web Services (OWS) linked with Feenics’s Keep cloud-based access control solution
Nov. 16, 2020
New Crane Motion Assist
Access Control
dormakaba enhances revolving doors with Crane Motion Assist technology
System involves a motor that responds to force applied by an entering pedestrian as they push on the door
Nov. 16, 2020
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Cybersecurity
New CompTIA Security+ Certification exam now available
Suite of official test preparation materials also availabe for cybersecurity certification
Nov. 16, 2020
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An executive order issued by President Trump this week that goes into effect in January bars U.S. companies and individuals from investing in Hikvision and other businesses alleged to have ties to the Chinese military.
Video Surveillance
Trump bans investments in Hikvision, other Chinese companies with military links
President dings surveillance giant once again in executive order as his administration draws to a close
Nov. 13, 2020
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ISC West 2021, which was originally scheduled to take place in March, has been moved to next July.
ISC West
ISC West 2021 rescheduled
In-person event now slated to take place next July
Nov. 12, 2020
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Both artificial intelligence and intelligent automation are often misunderstood, however, and when it comes to AI, the hype is spreading faster than the actual science.
Access & Identity
Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Automation: What’s the difference?
Both technologies have realistic solutions that can be deployed today, giving organizations real benefits
Nov. 12, 2020
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The Iris ID iCAM M300 incorporates the MozaicID Smartcard Software Credential Application enabling the mobile device to accommodate a range of Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credentials including the Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) used by workers requiring access to secure areas of U.S. maritime facilities and vessels.
Iris Recognition Solutions
Iris ID mobile platform supports TWIC credentials
iCAM M300 compatible with MozaicID app
Nov. 12, 2020
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Video Surveillance Storage
Quantum expands its video storage portfolio
Solutions enable users to classify, manage and protect unstructured data across its lifecycle
Nov. 12, 2020
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Shooter Detection Systems has been awarded a patent for a handheld device that tests acoustic and infrared gunshot detection sensors in the installation environment.
Gunshot Detection
U.S. Patent Office issues fourth gunshot detection patent to Shooter Detection Systems
New patent awarded for a handheld device that tests acoustic and infrared gunshot detection sensors in the installation environment
Nov. 12, 2020
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Altronix Trove pre-configured kits for Hartman Controls Access Solutions.
Access Control Power Units & Controls
Hartmann Controls teams up with Altronix to offer pre-configured Trove access and power integration kits
Makes access control deployment easier and more cost-efficient
Nov. 10, 2020
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Security Executives
SIA and ASIS International to hold diversity, equity and inclusion event for security industry
Associations join forces to help drive corporate diversity, build a culture of inclusion, and create real action within industry
Nov. 10, 2020
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Integrators
ADT Commercial acquires Deterrent Technologies
Purchase to expand company’s geographic footprint in the northeast
Nov. 9, 2020
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Video Surveillance
ACRE acquires Razberi Technologies
Acquisition to help expand company’s footprint in the video market
Nov. 5, 2020
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SIA recently sent a letter to the FDA expressing concerns about companies offering temperature screening solutions that are not following the agency’s guidelines.
Night-Vision, Thermal & Infrared Cameras
SIA sounds alarm on temperature screening tech claims in FDA letter
Association calls on agency to enforce its own guidelines regarding solutions that miss the mark
Nov. 4, 2020
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Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies
CertaSite acquires Starfire Systems and Starfire Extinguisher Company
Indianapolis-based integrator expands into Wisconsin
Nov. 2, 2020
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Access Control
ASSA ABLOY streamlines master key system creation with Key System Design Studio
Intuitive tool provides step-by-step key system design
Oct. 30, 2020
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Installation Tools & Equipment
Platinum Tools now carries full RHINO Safety product line
RHINO safety products engineered and manufactured to provide a high-quality job site protection solution
Oct. 30, 2020
This powerful integration with C•CURE 9000 enables Android or iOS devices to communicate with readers using ‘Tap’ mode for close range, or ‘Twist and Go’ mode for medium to long-range applications.
Access & Identity
HID Origo Mobile Identities Integrated with Software House's C•CURE 9000 Platform
Integration enables a convenient, easy-to-use smartphone access control solution
Oct. 28, 2020
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Residential Technologies
Twin Point Capital acquires Frontpoint
Equity group acquires controlling stake in DIY security company
Oct. 12, 2020