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Interface Launches TamperShield, Proactive Alarm Monitoring Technology
Interface Systems announced the launch of TamperShield, its breakthrough monitoring technology designed to identify alarm system interference before an intrusion occurs. Traditional alarm monitoring only reports once an alarm is triggered. TamperShield continuously verifies that the alarm panel can communicate properly, providing faster visibility into communication failures, device tampering, and system health issues.
What Keeps Security Business Owners Up At Night, Ed. 14
By: Kelly Bond, Bridgepoint AdvisorsFeat: Kirk MacDowell, MacGuard Security Advisors Running a security-related business is not for the faint of heart. It’s a 24/7 business with a constant mix of […]
Position Your Company To Lead The Industry’s Evolution
When I first stepped into the security and life safety world back in 1995, I didn’t come with a technical background. I came in with a drive to serve. At the time, the industry felt very hands-on, very local, and honestly, a bit fragmented. You had alarm systems that worked well enough, but there wasn’t the same level of integration, user experience, or customer support we expect today. And it certainly wasn’t an industry people were lining up to get into, it just wasn’t on most people’s radar.
Taylor Carr Appointed President Of Allied Universal Technology Services
Allied Universal® has announced the promotion of Taylor Carr to President of Allied Universal Technology Services (AUTS), one of the largest security systems integrators in the United States. Carr brings more than 25 years of executive leadership and operational expertise in the security and technology services industries. He previously served as Executive Vice President of AUTS following Allied Universal’s acquisition of Securadyne Systems.
Secure Access Simplified: The PKOC Vision Webinar
The Public Key Open Credential (PKOC) specification continues to gain traction as a transformative innovation in credential security. PKOC is among the most secure credential technologies available today — and notably, it’s fully open and license-free. This combination reshapes the access control landscape, freeing end users and integrators from restrictive vendor models and recurring licensing costs.
Why PR Has Never Mattered More In The Age Of AI
For as long as I’ve been in the PR industry (and yes, it’s been a while), the demise of my profession has been declared with surprising regularity. Fifteen years ago, we were told: “PR is dead! SEO is the only thing that matters.”Then came the rise of social media: “PR is dead! Find the influencers!” Three years ago, with the launch of ChatGPT, the chorus grew louder: “PR is dead. Now the robots will write everything for us, for free!”
ZBeta Appoints Chris Martini As Principal Consultant
ZBeta has announced the appointment of Chris Martini as Principal Consultant. In his new role, Chris will lead strategic initiatives, strengthen client partnerships, and advance ZBeta’s mission to deliver transformative and data-driven security solutions. Chris Martini brings over three decades of experience designing and leading enterprise risk, physical security, and resilience programs for complex organizations.
System Surveyor And Eagle Eye Partner To Simplify System Design
System Surveyor has announced a strategic partnership with Eagle Eye Networks. This collaboration aims to empower resellers with intuitive design tools that streamline planning, automate bills of materials, and accelerate the sales cycle. Through the new partnership, Eagle Eye Networks resellers gain access to System Surveyor’s mobile, collaborative platform to simplify and speed up system design and proposals.
HID Funds 1,000 Scholarships To Advance School Safety
HID is supporting safer, smarter K–12 environments by funding 1,000 scholarships for the Foundations of School Security Leadership Certificate course through a national initiative with the National Council of School Safety Directors (NCSSD).
Suprema Wins Top Access Control Award In Eastern Europe
Suprema has been named the Winner in the Access Control category at the a&s Adria Awards 2025. The recognition took place during the 10th Adria Security Summit held on October 8–9 in Skopje, North Macedonia, which brought together over 2,000 industry professionals and 111 exhibitors from around the world. The a&s Adria Awards honor transformative innovation in video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, fire protection, cybersecurity, IoT, automation, and smart technologies.
ASIS International Marks 70 Years At GSX 2025
GSX 2025 Draws Security Professionals from 95 Nations ASIS International concluded Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. The three-day event […]
Convergint Opens New U.S. Headquarters, Marking Major Growth Milestone
Global Security Leader Reports 10% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth Amid Expanding Market Presence Convergint has announced the opening of its new U.S. headquarters, the Convergint Development Center, located at Bell Works, […]
Paul DiPeso Leads Cloud Strategy At Acre Security
Paul DiPeso drives Acre Security’s cloud business development, helping enterprises modernise physical security through strategic cloud adoption and future-ready solutions.
Prepare for Success: Operate Your Alarm, Security, Or Fire Integration Company Like It’s On The Market
By: Rory Russell, AFS Mergers & Acquisitions Whether you’re planning to sell your business in the near future or holding onto it for the long haul, it’s smart to operate […]
KEENFINITY Appoints New CEO
Sabrina Drigout Stainburn has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO VS) of the Video Systems Business at KEENFINITY Group. Drawing on her experience in customer-oriented strategies, she will lead the transformation of the Business and future development of globally recognized Bosch-branded video systems and software solutions.
Accelerating Growth As A Young Security Professional
For young professionals, the security industry presents one of the rare career environments where opportunity can blossom in a myriad of ways, at any given moment. Each and every day, companies within this industry are seeking out the next batch of talent. Opportunities can be found in the form of contributing as a manufacturer, distributor, installer, or even a rep firm. The best part? These opportunities are only going to increase.
Xonar Technology Awarded U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation for TruePort® Security Screening System
Xonar Technology Inc., a leader in next-generation contactless security screening, announced that its TruePort® system has received the SAFETY Act Designation from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology (QATT).
Salto North America Names Bob Wilkins Director Of Marketing and Category Management
Salto North America has appointed Bob Wilkins as director of marketing and category management, further strengthening its leadership team as the company continues to expand its market presence and deliver solution-driven access control technology.
Everon Signs Agreement To Acquire Multifamily Business From ADT
Everon, a leading security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the business-to-business (B2B) segments of the multifamily business from ADT LLC, one of the most trusted brands in smart home and small business security.
Selling Security: How to Win Over Every Personality Type Part 2:
We’ve already looked at how to sell to Drivers, those fast-moving, results-driven decision-makers who want the bottom line in seconds. Now it’s time to shift gears and focus on their opposite: The Expressive. Expressives are energetic, social, and full of ideas. They’re often the most fun people you’ll meet, but that doesn’t mean they’re simple to close. They make decisions with their hearts first and their heads second.