ADT Partners with Dollar Tree Inc. to Deliver Industry-Leading Solutions to Retail Locations Nationwide
ADT announced that via ADT Commercial, its commercial channel, it is joining forces with Dollar Tree to help provide protection to its retail locations nationwide. ADT Commercial, a premier provider of commercial security, fire, life safety and risk consulting services in the U.S., will provide comprehensive and innovative security solutions and monitoring services at the majority of Dollar Tree and Family Dollar locations across the U.S.
ADT Delivers Safety and Peace of Mind to Instacart Shoppers with ADT Mobile Solution
ADT announced a partnership with Instacart to provide its mobile safety solution, Safe by ADT, to the delivery company?s 500,000 shoppers through an in-app safety feature beginning this month. The Safe by ADT platform will power Instacart?s new safety and emergency response feature, allowing shoppers to quickly and discreetly contact emergency services anytime they may feel unsafe.
HHHunt and ADT Announce Partnership to Integrate Smart Home Technology in Multifamily and Student Housing Communities
ADT announced a new flagship partnership with HHHunt to install smart home and property automation technology into new and existing HHHunt multifamily and student housing communities. ADT adds HHHunt to its growing list of prominent real estate partners enhancing their communities with smart home solutions. ADT will work with HHHunt to install more than 7,700 apartment homes in 19 communities.
ADT Commercial Purchases Alliant Integrators, Inc.
ADT Commercial continues growing its geographic footprint and strengthening its capacity to serve mid-market, national and large-scale commercial customers with today?s announcement that it has purchased Alliant Integrators, based in Louisville, KY. Established in 2006 by Beverly and Jim Bozarth, Alliant Integrators, Inc., is one of the largest providers of commercial fire alarm detection, installation, inspection and maintenance services in the Kentucky and Southern Indiana region.
ADT Strengthens Commercial Offering with the Purchase of Denver’s Systems Group and Fusion Fire Protection in DC Metro
ADT continues to broaden its commercial presence announced two asset purchase agreements with Systems Group and Fusion Fire Protection. These agreements will continue to enhance technical capabilities and expand the organization?s geographic reach. Both Systems Group and Fusion Fire Protection are staffed by NICET-Certified professionals to assist customers.
ADT Commercial Announces New Executive Leadership Team
ADT announces the leadership team for ADT Commercial. ADT Commercial is a leading provider of enterprise security, fire, and life safety solutions to meet the complex needs of its commercial and National Accounts clients. ADT Commercial is built on the foundation of customer service excellence and strengthened by a broad portfolio of security, fire, and risk management solutions.
BH Management and ADT Partner to Bring Innovative Smart Home Technology to New Multi-family Units
ADT announced a new partnership with BH Management Services to offer smart technology integration and convenience services. Through the partnership with ADT, BH Management Services will outfit residences with ADT security, automated smart door locks, and smart thermostats. ADT?s smart technology is coupled with enterprise-scale property automation software provided by Point Central. ADT monitoring services will be included as a portion of monthly rent charges.
ADT To Acquire Red Hawk Fire & Security
ADT Inc. announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Boca Raton, FL-based Red Hawk Fire & Security, a leader in commercial fire, life safety and security services and portfolio company of Comvest Partners, for $317.5 million in cash. This transaction accelerates ADT?s growth in the commercial security market and expands the Company?s product portfolio with the introduction of commercial fire safety related solutions. It is the latest in a series of strategic acquisitions made over the last year to drive commercial growth and build on ADT?s strong foundation of superior customer service.
Ex-ADT Exec Joins Eagle Eye As President
Ken Francis joined Eagle Eye Networks in 2016 after spending over two years consulting to the industries? leading service providers on product management, services and acquisition. In his last role, Ken was responsible for ADT?s re-entry in to the commercial market. Once launched, Ken?s focus shifted to the commercial and small business product and acquisition strategies
Christie Showcases Breadth of Control Room Solutions at ASIS 2015
Christiereg; is showcasing its latest control room solutions at ASIS 2015 in Anaheim, California from September 28-30. Displaying the newest and most innovative technology for security professionals, Christie will demonstrate the new Christie Phoenix® Quad-T processor, Christie Entero™ HB 70-inch HD front access cube, LCD solutions including the Christie FHD552-X 55-inch, ultra-narrow bezel flat panel, and the new FHQ981-L 98-inch UHD flat panel.
Update: Federal Judge Rules Thief Can Be Questioned in $48mm Civil Suit Against Security Company ADT / Tyco
A civil trial arising out of what is believed to be the biggest prescription drug theft in American history has been adjourned until October 19 to accommodate the request of Tyco Integrated Security, f/k/a ADT (NYSE: TYC) to depose Amed Villa, a burglary-gang member in prison awaiting sentencing for the crime. Previously, the trial had been set to begin July 20. The litigation could have impact on both cyber-security and traditional security, which are increasingly integrated. The judge also denied last-ditch attempts by litigation defendant ADT / Tyco to avert trial by challenging the Court?s decision on the law applicable to the alleged security breach.
Lawsuit Arising From Massive Pharmaceutical Theft Moves Forward Against ADT / Tyco
A civil lawsuit arising out of what is believed to be the biggest prescription drug theft in American history is set to move forward to trial, after a federal judge in Florida denied summary judgment motions of defendant Tyco Integrated Security, f/k/a ADT (NYSE: TYC), the nation?s leading security provider. The case, which seeks to recover $48 million from Tyco, could set precedent impacting the responsibilities of companies that provide security or cyber-security or have access to any sensitive customer data, such as network support companies, and could have wide-ranging implications across the insurance and real estate as well as security industries.
ADT Playing Within a Shifting Security Industry
Technology is acting as disruptive innovation in the security industry. ADT is at risk of losing its position as the leader in the North American security industry in the long term. Changing market dynamics will provide additional headwinds for the company, favoring new entrants.
ADT Unveils New Cloud Storage Solutions, Expands Video Surveillance Capabilities
The ADT Corporation ( ADT ), an electronic security provider, expanded its video surveillance portfolio by launching new cloud storage solutions, targeting the requirements of small business owners in the […]
ADT Secures Larger Canadian Market – Acquires Protectron
ADT Corp. is locking up a bigger piece of the Canadian security monitoring market, spending $555-million to buy Reliance Protectron Inc. to add 400,000 home and business customers. Protectron will […]
Semtech Joins Z-Wave Alliance Board Of Directors
Semtech Corporation has joined the Z-Wave Alliance Board of Directors, bringing semiconductor and IoT connectivity expertise to support the future growth of Z-Wave technology. The move strengthens the Alliance’s ecosystem expansion efforts while enabling new opportunities in Edge AI, smart security, commercial IoT, and low-power long-range wireless connectivity.
Coweta County 911 Deploys ASAP Technology For Faster Dispatch
Coweta County 911 has implemented Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) technology to digitally transmit alarm notifications into its computer-aided dispatch system. The solution improves emergency call processing speed, reduces transcription errors, and allows telecommunicators to prioritize alarm events more efficiently while supporting faster and more accurate emergency response operations.
Osceola County Launches ASAP Service, Cutting Alarm Handling By Up To Eight Minutes
Osceola County, Florida, has launched Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service, automating alarm notifications to its emergency communications center and reducing response times by up to eight minutes while easing telecommunicator workloads.
Selling A Life Safety Or Security Integration Business With Public Sector Contracts
Life safety and security integration companies that serve the public sector occupy one of the most desirable positions in today’s mergers and acquisitions market. Federal, state, municipal, educational, and institutional clients rely on long-term partnerships, making these contracts highly stable. For buyers seeking predictable cash flow, recurring revenue, and lower customer attrition, businesses with significant public sector portfolios often command a premium.
Z-Wave Alliance Highlights Newly Certified ZWLR Devices
The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announced continued expansion of Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) certification across the ecosystem. With 125 ZWLR-certified devices now available, manufacturers are extending long-range, higher-capacity, and more reliable IoT connectivity to homes, multifamily properties, and commercial environments worldwide.