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Why access control is leading the way in bringing older buildings into the future
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Jon Polly is the Chief Solutions Officer for ProTecht Solutions Partners (www.protechtsolutionspartners.com), , a security technology consulting firm that works with smart cities and corporations to bring business intelligence and public safety through security IoT applications. He has worked as a Project Manager and System Designer for City-Wide surveillance and Transportation camera projects in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C.; Charleston, S.C.; and Washington, D.C. He is certified in Critical Chain Project Management (IC3PM) by the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA). • (704) 759-6837
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Identifying and remedying operational inefficiencies is a key to maintaining profitability.
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The spin-off will allow ADI to operate as an independent distributor of low-voltage products, leveraging its global footprint and exclusive brands for targeted growth.
Resideo plans to complete a tax-free separation of its ADI business in the second half of 2026, with CEO Jay Geldmacher set to retire following the transaction.
July 30, 2025
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The $189 million verdict against Vivint has sparked renewed industry focus on ethical sales practices, legal accountability, and the importance of executive oversight in customer acquisition strategies.
A federal appeals court upheld a $189 million verdict in favor of CPI Security Systems, prompting industry observers to call for stronger oversight of door-to-door sales practices...
July 25, 2025
Alarm.com ADC-T25 Smart Thermostat
The T25 is compatible with most common HVAC systems, offering easy installation, a streamlined design, and advanced sensing capabilities.
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i-PRO ClassSecure Safety System
ClassSecure can be deployed as a standalone panic button solution or as part of a comprehensive safety ecosystem that includes body-worn cameras and campus-wide video.
July 22, 2025
AMG Secure-Net SFP Carrier
The AMG Secure-Net SFP carrier is a plug-and-play SFP-based IP-level network security device that encrypts traffic over any IP network.
July 16, 2025
KEENFINITY Group headquarters in Munich now serves as the central hub for the newly independent security and communications technology company.
Bosch’s former security and communications product division will now operate as KEENFINITY Group under Triton ownership, following a soft branding launch at ISC West 2025.
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Security systems play a critical role in protecting homes and families, making uninterrupted service essential as regulatory policies evolve.
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) welcomed an Eighth Circuit Court ruling that overturned the FTC’s Negative Option Rule, citing the potential harm it posed to security...
July 15, 2025
OpenEye OE-MB Recorder
The OE-MB is OpenEye's new analog-capable hybrid appliance.
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Camden CM-74 and CM-84 Series Column Switches
The Column push plate provides a single activation device instead of two high/low switches, as required by a growing number of building codes.
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David Vermillion (left) is joined by team members Bob Stout, sales manager; Walter Quinto, senior technician; and Greg Payne, branch manager.
David Vermillion built Vermillion Systems from the ground up, led it through a successful acquisition by Pye-Barker, and now helps other security business owners navigate the ...
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Most likely, some form of AI processing is embedded in the software you use daily. Such technology can detect patterns, classify data, and deliver analytic insights. Retail security teams can automate and streamline workflows or respond quickly to business disruptions.
Retailers are turning to AI-powered intelligent automation to tackle loss, combat organized retail crime, streamline operations, and improve the customer experience.
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Canada’s decision to expel China-based Hikvision, a global surveillance equipment manufacturer, highlights rising tensions over technology, trade and national security between the two countries.
The Canadian government has ordered Hikvision to cease operations in Canada and banned its products from federal use following a national security review.
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FLIR PT-Series AI SR
The FLIR PT-Series AI SR features thermal and 4K visible-light imaging sensors.
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