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The Security Vanguard Awards: NOW OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS

July 3, 2023
SecurityInfoWatch.com, Security Business and Security Technology Executive (STE) magazines honor the industry’s most innovative and collaborative security projects
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The Department of Homeland Security has responded to the recent Colonial Pipeline hack with increased cybersecurity requirements.
Critical Infrastructure

Pipeline Attack Highlights Vulnerability

June 14, 2021
DHS responds with increased cybersecurity requirements
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Veteran integrators and consultants explain why enterprise integrators who do no adapt to the new demands of cybersecurity and operational technology will be left behind.
Integrators

Integrators Reach the IT/Physical Crossroads

June 14, 2021
Veteran integrators and consultants explain why enterprise integrators who do no adapt to the new demands of cybersecurity and operational technology will be left behind
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The General Services Administration (GSA) has made significant changes to modernize and simplify the procurement experience for contractors and end-users.
Government

Closer Look: Major Changes for Government Contractors

June 14, 2021
The General Services Administration (GSA) has made significant changes to modernize and simplify the procurement experience for contractors and end-users
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ISC West

ISC West 2021 Education Overview

June 14, 2021
Certification, keynotes and a variety of learning opportunities are on tap for integrators and other attendees

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ISC West 2021 Product Preview from Security Business

June 14, 2021
Security Business magazine and SecurityInfoWatch bring you an exclusive look at more than 60 new products that may be on display at ISC West in July.
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The Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) seeks to help identify industry professionals with high competence in physical, cyber and information security.
Cybersecurity

A New Cybersecurity Certification for Integrators

June 14, 2021
The Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) seeks to help identify industry professionals with high competence in physical, cyber and information security
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Check out these four considerations to build a cyber-secure foundation for security technology deployments.
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity for Physical Security Devices

June 14, 2021
Four considerations to build a cyber-secure foundation for security technology deployments
Paul Rothman is Editor-in-Chief of Security Business magazine. Email him your comments and questions at prothman@securitybusinessmag.com. Access the current issue, full archives and apply for a free subscription at www.securitybusinessmag.com.
Cybersecurity

Editor's Note: Time to Heed the Warnings

June 14, 2021
Another woefully unprepared ransomware victim points to a vast market screaming for help from integrators
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Real-time cybersecurity monitoring is an option for businesses that cannot staff and deploy a full 24/7 Security Operations Center.
Cybersecurity

MDR = RMR for Integrators

June 14, 2021
Managed Detection and Response presents an emerging business opportunity for security integrators
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Tried-and-true methods of physical security can be combined with new technologies to protect the airspace, network, and any other potential incursion point
Perimeter Security

Securing the New Perimeter

June 14, 2021
Tried-and-true methods of physical security can be combined with new technologies to protect the airspace, network, and any other potential incursion point
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Access & Identity

Sponsored Roundtable: Mobile Access Control

June 14, 2021
Get installation and sales tips, target market advice and more in this roundtable sponsored by Paxton Inc.
Jon Polly is the Chief Solutions Officer for ProTecht Solutions Partners www.protechtsolutionspartners.com, a security consulting company focused on smart city surveillance. Connect with him on linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jonpolly.
Integrators

Tech Trends: 5G’s Profit Potential

June 14, 2021
The ongoing shift in cellular technologies presents real business opportunities for the security industry
Erin Burns is an EVP at INSUREtrust LLC, a wholesale insurance brokerage specializing in Cyber Liability. Learn more at www.insuretrust.com.
Cybersecurity

Insure Your Future: Insurance Carriers Spur Cybersecurity Upgrades

June 14, 2021
Skyrocketing premiums are impacting both integrators and their customers
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 tpastore@mmwr.com.
Integrators

Legal Brief: Consumer Protection Laws and Your Business

Recent Life Alert case illustrates the importance of understanding state-by-state consumer cancellation rights
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Residential Technologies

The Smart Money: Factors Driving Residential RMR

June 14, 2021
The effects of COVID and new interactive services on smart homes, security and professional monitoring
Ryan Joseph 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 ryan@recruitgrp.com or call (954) 278-8286.
Integrators

Recruiting Roadmap: How to Succeed in a Candidate-Driven Market

June 14, 2021
Four ways to woo new hires in the post-pandemic security job market
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: How Salespeople Should Use Texting

June 14, 2021
Although many still believe it is unprofessional, it happens to be the preferred communications method for many customers
Matt Barnette is CEO of PSA Security Network and has more than 30 years of experience in management and executive roles in the security industry. Request more info about PSA at www.securityinfowatch.com/10214742.
Integrators

Insider Intelligence: Tips for New Leaders

June 14, 2021
Three steps to take as you take a leadership position in an organization
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Recent cyber attacks on critical infrastructure have spurred the Department of Homeland Security to increase regulations.
Critical Infrastructure

DHS announces new cybersecurity requirements for pipeline operators

May 27, 2021
Transportation Security Administration and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to spearhead new efforts
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Integrators

2021 PSA Scholarship awarded to Jonathan Gonzalez of Northland Controls

senior at Brigham Young University – Idaho hopes to keep working in the security industry and become a Design Manager
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Residential Technologies

Brinks Home forms sales partnership with ShopHQ network

May 25, 2021
Exclusive ShopHQ Brinks Home packages will be available through shophq.com or may be purchased during live television segments with ShopHQ hosts and a Brinks Home security expert...
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Integrators

Securitas Electronic Security (SES) launches Core Commercial sales channel

Channel leverages the teams and talent that joined SES through the recent FE Moran Security Solutions (FEMSS) and iVerify / TransAlarm acquisitions
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Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

AE Industrial Partners acquires Cross-Fire & Security Co.

May 25, 2021
Cross-Fire will serve as the entry point into the fire protection market for private equity firm
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Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

Wayne Alarm Systems acquires North Shore Protection

May 25, 2021
Acquisition increases the integrator's presence in the Boston area
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Video Surveillance

ONVIF Hosts 23rd Virtual Developers’ Plugfest

May 25, 2021
Six ONVIF profiles as well as two profile release candidates for access control and metadata were tested
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Locks

ASSA ABLOY acquires Sur-Loc

May 25, 2021
Sure-Loc is a supplier of residential locks and associated hardware in the US
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PowerHouse Alliance and CEDIA announce training partnership

May 25, 2021
PowerHouse Alliance distributor members to host training courses at 55+ locations across the United States
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Integrators

Alarm Detection Systems appoints Amy Becker COO

May 25, 2021
Becker to oversee Illinois and Colorado locations
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Integrators

Report: Private equity firms look to buy Chubb

May 25, 2021
Consortium of Bain Capital and Advent International exploring bid to acquire British-based firm from Carrier
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Self-installation of newly acquired security systems reached 55% in the second quarter of 2020, up from 40% in 2018, resulting in an overall increase of nearly 40% in just the past two years, according to a new report from Parks Associates.
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Report: DIY security installs up nearly 40 percent since 2018

May 25, 2021
New Parks Associates research finds rise of interactive services, DIY installation are the two key trends defining the home security market
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Working with integrator Herring Technology, Ryman Hospitality designed a solution for the Gaylord Opryland resort that features 1,500 state-of-the-art cameras from Hanwha Techwin and a new video management system (VMS) from Milestone Systems.
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Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center upgrades its video surveillance system with cameras from Hanwha Techwin

Resort recently deployed a solution that features 1,500 of the company’s cameras and a new video management system from Milestone
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Todd Pedersen is stepping down as CEO of Vivint.
Residential Technologies

Vivint CEO steps down

May 24, 2021
Todd Pedersen calls it quits after more than 20 years at the helm of smart home security company
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Integrators

SnapAV announces significant investment in Parasol

May 20, 2021
In addition to the acquisition of Access Networks, investment extends the company’s ability to help partners build sophisticated CI solutions
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STid Architect has been fully integrated in IMRON’s cloud-based UnityIS solution.
Access & Identity

IMRON Corporation selects STid Architect as preferred mobile credential reader

May 20, 2021
STid modular reader series is now fully integrated in UnityIS cloud offering for complete security solution
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Video Surveillance

SIA announces 2021 Women in Security Forum scholarship opportunity

Employees of SIA member companies, student members invited to apply for program
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Distributors

Mission 500 announces 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility and Humanitarian Awards

May 19, 2021
ADI Global Distribution and Ken Gould recognized for their achievements
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Convergint will add the SAFR computer vision platform to their portfolio of integrated security solutions.
Facial Recognition Solutions

SAFR partners with Convergint

Convergint adds SAFR’s face recognition to its portfolio of integrated security solutions
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Video Surveillance

Teledyne completes FLIR acquisition

May 17, 2021
Company to now operate as 'Teledyne FLIR'
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Video Surveillance

Eagle Eye Networks' releases its new best practices video

May 17, 2021
This video security primer discusses how the right video management system can make an organization smarter and more efficient, as well as more secure
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Integrators

SnapAV begins IPO process

May 17, 2021
Company announces its intent to go public with SEC filing
Interface Security Systems Appoints Brian Garavuso as CTO
Integrators

Interface Security Systems appoints Brian Garavuso as CTO

May 12, 2021
Garavuso will be responsible for leading Interface’s product development, engineering, and information technology services
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Cybersecurity professionals say that while it may be ambitious, the Biden administration's 100-day plan to increase cybersecurity protections for the nation's electrical grid is a step in the right direction.
Critical Infrastructure

Expert: Biden's 100-day plan to improve electric grid cybersecurity an 'ambitious' endeavor

May 12, 2021
Cybersecurity pros weigh in on administration’s initiative and its prospects for success
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The devastating ransomware attack against Colonial forced an unprecedented emergency declaration from the federal government as the cyberattack essentially dried up gas distribution throughout the East Coast.
Critical Infrastructure

Colonial Pipeline cyberattack is a chilling reminder of U.S. infrastructure vulnerability

May 10, 2021
Russian hackers DarkSide shut down the nation’s largest gas pipeline with a crippling ransomware attack
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Veteran security industry analyst Jeff Kessler is set to retire this month following a 38-year career.
Alarms & Monitoring

1-on-1 with Imperial Capital's Jeff Kessler

May 10, 2021
Veteran industry analyst shares his thoughts on how the market has changed and the road ahead post-Covid as he prepares to enter retirement following a 38-year career
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Distributors

Resideo acquires Shoreview Distribution

May 7, 2021
Acquisition to bolster ADI’s presence in the professional A/V market
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Police body-worn cameras have become a high-profile item.
Mobile, Vehicle, Body-Worn Surveillance

Body-worn video technology finds new use cases in the private sector

May 4, 2021
There has been a steady migration of body-worn devices to other environments in the municipal and commercial business world
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Vivint has agreed to pay a $20 million settlement to the FTC over allegations that the company misused credit reports to help unqualified customers obtain financing for their products and services.
Integrators

Vivint to pay $20M FTC settlement for misusing credit reports

April 30, 2021
Company sales reps accused of stealing consumers' info to obtain financing for unqualified customers
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According to market research firm Memoori, there are six factors that will have the greatest impact on the performance of the physical security market over the next several years.
Video Surveillance

6 factors that will drive physical security industry growth to 2025

April 28, 2021
Market research firm weighs in on the trends that are expected to influence the market
ADT has sued Ring alleging that the Amazon-owned company has infringed upon its famous blue octagon trademark.
Integrators

ADT sues Ring for trademark infringement

April 27, 2021
Company alleges Ring’s use of blue octagon symbol is an attempt to copy its famous branding
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My Alarm Center recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Integrators

My Alarm Center files for bankruptcy

April 26, 2021
Company, formerly known as Alarm Capital Alliance, looks to restructure under Chapter 11 protection