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    The lingering pandemic has caused scarcity of security products, fleet vehicles and other basic tools, posing unprecedented challenges for integrators (Security Business Oct. 2021 cover story).
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    Supply chain issues are affecting manufacturers and distributors nearly across the board, leading to price inflation, product shortages and more.
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    The digital transformation of building environments in the post-COVID world will be built on security technologies.
    Oct. 8, 2021
    For a car deadlership, blanketing the area with automated video protection while avoiding false alarms can be the foundation for a very resilient security solution.
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    Cellular communications present many benefits for fire alarm monitoring beyond simply being a “POTS alternative.”
    Oct. 8, 2021

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    Oct. 8, 2021
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    IQ-certified companies are dedicated to reducing false alarms and saving customers hundreds of dollars in fines.
    Integrators certified by The Monitoring Association make quality service into a competitive advantage
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    Five steps integrators and their clients should take in response to a breach as part of an insurance claim
    Oct. 8, 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.
    Personal Identifiable Information and privacy concerns are guiding many new security implementations
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    Connected lights, locks, doorbells and cameras providing peace of mind and awareness for homeowners
    Oct. 8, 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 attract new hires as we head into the fourth quarter
    Oct. 8, 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.
    Be sure to seek counsel when it comes to protecting your relationships with international subcontractors
    Oct. 8, 2021
    Security Business New Prods
    The latest from security manufacturers
    Oct. 8, 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.
    Four best practices for sales managers
    Oct. 8, 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.
    Business forecasting in this economic environment requires intelligence – both artificial and old fashioned
    Oct. 8, 2021
    Anthony Berticelli is VP of Operations for PSA Security Network. To request more information about PSA, visit www.securityinfowatch.com/10214742.
    Taking responsibility for "losses" is job one of a great leader
    Oct. 8, 2021
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    Hikvision recently posted a security advisory on its website alerting customers of a cyber vulnerability that could potentially affect millions of cameras and NVRs deployed around the globe.
    Company announces updated firmware version to address the issue
    Sept. 21, 2021
    Boyd & Associates
    Acquisition expands company's California presence
    Sept. 21, 2021
    Security Alarm Corp
    Two Florida-based integrators join forces
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    FallSafety has developed an award-winning suite of apps and services for lone workers, working at height, workplace safety, and personal safety solutions
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    Grand opening is Sept. 22
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    KastlePark seeks to revolutionize the parking industry by providing commercial building management with a more efficient and cost-effective means for managing their parking operation...
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    Acquisition to expand company's Northwest presence with first technology center in Alaska
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    Initially, the two companies will roll out retail-specific solutions focused on checkout intelligence, parking lot solutions, process automation and supply chain security
    Sept. 21, 2021
    “I have been fortunate in my past to help launch innovative technologies and to create new RMR business models. What Turing is doing now is every bit as ground-breaking and I am confident that Computer Vision, A.I., and VSaaS will follow that same trajectory.' - Ron Rothman
    Former Global President of Honeywell Security & ADI Distribution joins startup
    Sept. 21, 2021
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    Meeting will now take place online Oct. 12-14
    Sept. 20, 2021
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    Mission 500's annual 'Back to School Backpack' event organized by Mission 500 for students at Crosspointe Elementary School in Boynton Beach, Fla., provided essential school supplies to children in need.
    Organization hosts 'Back to School Backpack' event at Boynton Beach elementary school
    Sept. 20, 2021
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    Alarm response technology connects monitoring stations to guards in just one click
    Sept. 20, 2021
    Team Software Acquisition
    With the addition of TEAM Software, WorkWave expands service software dominance across the cleaning, janitorial, and security verticals
    Sept. 17, 2021
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    As people increasingly return to offices, warehouse facilities, manufacturing plants, and other facilities in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses need to ensure that workplace violence training will be a priority.
    Even amid dealing with the challenges presented by Covid-19, businesses are increasingly taking a proactive approach to the issue
    Sept. 17, 2021
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    Purchase of real estate software developer to strengthen company's access solutions
    Sept. 17, 2021
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    Allen Riggs has joined PSA Security Network as its new Chief Financial Officer.
    Riggs come to PSA with over 20 years of executive and management experience
    Sept. 15, 2021
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    Model ordinance incorporates best practices in alarm management
    Sept. 15, 2021
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    New design reflects continued evolution, growth and innovation
    Sept. 15, 2021
    Eagle Eye
    The new subscription-based service provides designated Premium Support agents who work with you and your reseller to continuously optimize your cloud video surveillance system...
    Sept. 15, 2021
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    Sept. 15, 2021
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    Sept. 13, 2021
    Sia Gabrielle Shea Industry Advocate Award
    Shea will be honored for public policy leadership and support of SIA's government relations initiatives during part three of the 2021 SIA GovSummit
    Sept. 13, 2021
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    Company’s platform integrates with a growing variety of IoT devices through its apps and interfaces
    Sept. 13, 2021
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    Open Options to distribute Invixium solutions integrated with DNA Fusion access control software
    Sept. 13, 2021
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    The lessons learned from Sept. 11, 2001, will be remembered as long as there are Americans who understand its effect and experienced its pain.
    Applying the security lessons learned following the terror attacks two decades ago must be the legacy of the tragedy
    Sept. 10, 2021
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    Under an order issued this week by President Joe Biden, businesses in the U.S. that employ more than 100 employees will soon have to ensure their workers are fully-vaccinated or tested weekly for Covid-19.
    Order will require millions to show they are vaccinated against COVID-19 or take weekly virus tests
    Sept. 10, 2021
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    Company looks to create residential access control powerhouse with strategic acquisition of Spectrum Brands’ Hardware and Home Improvement division
    Sept. 8, 2021
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    Acquisition is the fourth by CTSI since it became part of the Wind Point portfolio last year
    Sept. 7, 2021
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    Video analytics pioneer bought by Sweden-based firm for approximately $67.5M in cash and shares
    Sept. 2, 2021
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    Company to now be known as TD SYNNEX
    Sept. 2, 2021
    The Phantom FC40 is the beloved Phantom, all grown up. It comes with its own built-in DJI-designed smart camera, which supports 720p/30fps HD video and can be controlled through an iOS or Android app running over a 2.4G Wi-Fi connection.
    Advances in the future, along with their simplicity, will propel the expanding use of drones
    Sept. 1, 2021
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    Purchase of hyperconverged software startup to extend company’s HCI offerings for the surveillance market
    Aug. 31, 2021
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    Requires individuals to scan out through a corresponding exit reader before their credential can be used to re-enter a premises
    Aug. 30, 2021
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    Members will be able to list jobs for free through August 2022 to help the security industry recover from the business impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
    Aug. 30, 2021