Corporate News

ASIS International Announces Officers And Directors For 2026

ASIS International, the world’s largest association for security management professionals, has announced its officers and directors for the 2026 Global Board of Directors and regional governing boards, including the inaugural Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Board. The newly appointed global and regional directors will officially take office on 1 January 2026, reinforcing ASIS International’s transition toward a more inclusive and globally representative governance structure.

Z-Wave Alliance CES 2026 Ballroom To Host Expert Panels And Exhibitors

The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization advancing smart home and Z-Wave® technology, will showcase its ecosystem at CES 2026 through expert-led panel discussions and live member exhibitions. All Z-Wave-related activities will be hosted in the dedicated Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom (Titian 2205), designed as a central hub for innovation, collaboration, and industry insight throughout the event.

Security-Net Welcomes Digitronics Leader Mala Grover

Security-Net has welcomed Mala Grover, President and Chief Executive Officer of Digitronics, as its newest member, expanding the organization’s footprint and expertise across the Mid-Atlantic region. The addition strengthens Security-Net’s capabilities in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, while adding deep experience in federal government security integration.

Secure Logiq Appoints DAS As Australian Distributor

Secure Logiq has strengthened its Asia-Pacific presence as part of its ANZ growth strategy with the appointment of Graham Wheeler as APAC Regional Director and a new Australian distribution agreement with DAS. The move expands Secure Logiq’s footprint across Australia and New Zealand, ensuring local availability of its high-performance video server and storage platforms designed for modern surveillance and analytics workloads

Genetec Releases 2026 State Of Physical Security Report

Genetec has released its sixth annual State of Physical Security Report, revealing how physical security is evolving into a strategic business function that supports stronger collaboration, improved decision-making, and long-term organizational outcomes. Based on insights from more than 7,300 physical security professionals worldwide, the 2026 report highlights a sharp rise in interest in AI, growing demand for flexible deployment models, and a stronger emphasis on vendor stability and trust.

SDS Outdoor Gunshot Detection Wins Threat Detection Award

SDS Outdoor extends the company’s proven indoor gunshot detection capabilities into exterior spaces using dual-mode acoustic and infrared flash detection. Each sensor provides coverage of up to 15,700 square feet and can identify shooter location and firearm type with an industry-leading 99.9% accuracy rate.

ZBeta Names Conal O’Doherty And JJ Knutson As Principals

ZBeta has advanced its leadership structure by appointing senior executives Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson as principals of the firm. In their roles as Chief Growth Officer and Chief Operating Officer, respectively, both leaders will continue working alongside Zack Brunette, CEO, to guide strategy, operational priorities, and the company’s long-term evolution.

Everon Expands Regional Structure With New Leadership

Everon has expanded its regional structure and appointed seasoned leaders to enhance operational agility and elevate customer experience. Ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, the company has transitioned to four dedicated operating regions: Central / Gulf, East, North / West, and Pacific.

Why The Security Industry Is Appealing To Young Professionals

I moved back to Utah at the start of 2020. As you can imagine, it was difficult to find a decent job during the height of Covid. As my savings began to deplete along with my hopes for another role in tech sales, I knew it was time to open my mind to other opportunities. I had to do whatever it took to avoid bringing on any debt and slowing down my career momentum.

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.

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.