June 2021

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The Department of Homeland Security has responded to the recent Colonial Pipeline hack 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.
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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.

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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.
The Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) seeks to help identify industry professionals with high competence in physical, cyber and information security
June 14, 2021
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Check out these four considerations to build a cyber-secure foundation for security technology deployments.
Four considerations to build a cyber-secure foundation for security technology deployments
June 14, 2021
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.
Another woefully unprepared ransomware victim points to a vast market screaming for help from integrators
June 14, 2021
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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.
Managed Detection and Response presents an emerging business opportunity for security integrators
June 14, 2021
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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
Tried-and-true methods of physical security can be combined with new technologies to protect the airspace, network, and any other potential incursion point
June 14, 2021
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Get installation and sales tips, target market advice and more in this roundtable sponsored by Paxton Inc.
June 14, 2021
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.
The ongoing shift in cellular technologies presents real business opportunities for the security industry
June 14, 2021
Erin Burns is an EVP at INSUREtrust LLC, a wholesale insurance brokerage specializing in Cyber Liability. Learn more at www.insuretrust.com.
Skyrocketing premiums are impacting both integrators and their customers
June 14, 2021
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.
Recent Life Alert case illustrates the importance of understanding state-by-state consumer cancellation rights
June 14, 2021
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The effects of COVID and new interactive services on smart homes, security and professional monitoring
June 14, 2021
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.
Four ways to woo new hires in the post-pandemic security job market
June 14, 2021
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.
Although many still believe it is unprofessional, it happens to be the preferred communications method for many customers
June 14, 2021
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.
Three steps to take as you take a leadership position in an organization
June 14, 2021
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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.
Cybersecurity pros weigh in on administration’s initiative and its prospects for success
May 12, 2021
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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.
Russian hackers DarkSide shut down the nation’s largest gas pipeline with a crippling ransomware attack
May 10, 2021
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Veteran security industry analyst Jeff Kessler is set to retire this month following a 38-year career.
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
May 10, 2021
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Police body-worn cameras have become a high-profile item.
There has been a steady migration of body-worn devices to other environments in the municipal and commercial business world
May 4, 2021