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    Government

    Opening the Door to Government Business

    Paul Rothman
    Jan. 14, 2022
    The Security Business expert integrator panel outlines the challenges, pitfalls and potential massive reward of federal, state and local government security contracting (January...
    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.
    School Security

    Editor’s Note: School Security Threats Hit Home

    Paul Rothman
    Jan. 14, 2022
    Parents and administrators are too often faced with a complex and difficult decision – whether or not to send kids to class
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    Government

    In Government, Access Control Means Cybersecurity

    Dr. Manfred Mueller
    Jan. 14, 2022
    How a variety of federal government directives and programs designed to shore up both cyber and physical vulnerabilities offer opportunities for integrators
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    Video Surveillance

    It’s Not Sci-fi: How Augmented Reality Enhances Surveillance

    Stefan Lundberg
    Jan. 14, 2022
    AR technology can overlay information on top of a surveillance image, giving first responders, manufacturers, retailers, and security staff more complete information than ever...
    Many companies are moving to a a hoteling seating model – where workers dynamically schedule use of in-office workspaces such as desks, cubicles and offices to limit the number of employees in the office at the same time.
    Access Control

    Return to the Office: How Access Control Can Help

    Angelo Faenza
    Jan. 14, 2022
    As customers migrate to a hybrid work model, integrators can bring technology to ease the transition

    More content from January 2022

    Brian Coulombe (bcoulombe@rossbar.com) is Principal and Director of Operations at Ross & Baruzzini | DVS. Connect with him on Linkedin at www.linkedin.com/in/brian-coulombe or Twitter, @DVS_RB.
    Video Surveillance

    Tech Trends: Sensor Fusion Pushes AI Forward

    Brian Coulombe
    Jan. 14, 2022
    Combining data from multiple sensors can ease the strict reliance on video surveillance when creating deep learning algorithms
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    Technology advances in thermal cameras include improvement in thermal sensitivity, which leads to higher detection accuracy.
    Night-Vision, Thermal & Infrared Cameras

    Thermal Cameras: The Latest Trends

    Kai Moncino
    Jan. 14, 2022
    The technology's evolution is enabling integrators to create more robust strategies for perimeter security
    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.
    Integrators

    Recruiting Roadmap: How (and When) to Talk Compensation

    Ryan Joseph
    Jan. 14, 2022
    When it comes to salaries, transparency is the newest hiring trend
    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.
    Alarms & Monitoring

    Legal Brief: The First 3G Sunset Deadline is Almost Here

    Timothy J. Pastore, Esq.
    Jan. 14, 2022
    As the AT&T deadline looms in February, do not depend on the FCC to give you an extension
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    Residential Technologies

    The Smart Money: Value-Added is Revenue Gained

    Jennifer Kent
    Jan. 14, 2022
    How residential security integrators are leveraging emerging interactive services to drive more business
    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. Use 'Security Business' as a coupon code to receive a 10% lifetime discount at www.vectorfirmacademy.com. To request more info about the company, visit www.securityinfowatch.com/12361573.
    Integrators

    Modern Selling: 4 Secrets to Amazing Sales Team Meetings

    Chris Peterson
    Jan. 14, 2022
    How to make sales meetings positive events that your team looks forward to
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    Integrators

    Security Business New Products (January 2022)

    Jan. 14, 2022
    The latest from security manufacturers
    Ric McCullough is president of PSA Security Network. Request more info about PSA at www.securityinfowatch.com/10214742.
    Integrators

    Insider Intelligence: Authenticity and Leadership

    Ric McCullough
    Jan. 14, 2022
    Five ways to develop one of the most imperative characteristics of a great leader
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    Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

    CTSI acquires Star Asset Security

    Pavion
    Jan. 3, 2022
    Active Corbett Technology Solutions makes its sixth security integrator acquisition since June 2020
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    SecurityInfoWatch.com recently caught up with several prominent industry analysts to get their take on which trends will continue to impact the physical security industry in 2022,
    Integrators

    Roundtable: Security tech and business trends to watch in 2022

    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 28, 2021
    Industry analysts weigh in on the continuing impacts of the pandemic, supply chain bottlenecks and more
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    2021 year in review
    Integrators

    Year in Review: The Top 10 Most Read Stories of 2021

    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 21, 2021
    A look back at the events that grabbed headlines in a year largely defined by the lingering Covid-19 pandemic
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    Integrators

    Cook & Boardman acquires 3Sixty Integrated

    Cook & Boardman Group
    Dec. 20, 2021
    San Antonio integrator is the company's fourth acquisition in less than a month
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    Access & Identity

    Q&A: ACRE CEO Joe Grillo

    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 20, 2021
    Company’s chief exec discusses recent acquisitions and the future of the brands already under the ACRE umbrella
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    Integrators

    Securityhunter announces Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

    Securityhunter
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Baltimore-based integrator is now 30% Employee Owned
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    Residential Technologies

    Resideo unveils new tech, services at 32nd annual CONNECT event

    Resideo
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Company showcases Pro-IQ services, BuildSmart program, integration with Brilliant Smart Home, and new Resideo Academy training
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    Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

    Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquires Mountain Alarm

    Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Mountain Alarm will retain its name and continue to be led by Eric Garner
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    Integrators

    Kastle Systems expands operations into Seattle, Boston and Charlotte

    Kastle Systems Llc
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Company brings property technology expertise to serve commercial and multi-family real estate business communities in growing cities
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    ISC West

    SIA, ISC West rebrand New Product Showcase Awards

    Security Industry Association (SIA)
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Competition renamed as the ‘New Products and Solutions Awards’
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    Distributors

    Cook & Boardman acquires Universal Manufacturing

    Cook & Boardman Group
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Distributor provides commercial doors, frames, hardware and Division 10 specialty products
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    Retail

    Roundtable: How to combat the retail theft epidemic

    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 17, 2021
    Loss prevention experts weigh in on recent wave of flash mob incidents and what stores can do to mitigate the threat
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    Integrators

    Stone Security expanding operations into Latin America

    Dec. 16, 2021
    Enrique Melena to head up Stone LATAM out of the company's new office space in Mexico City
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    Integrators

    Ares Management sells stake in Convergint Technologies to two other private equity firms

    Dec. 16, 2021
    Leonard Green & Partners, Harvest Partners acquire equity in integrator from Ares and other shareholders
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    Access Control

    ASSA ABLOY acquires B&B Roadway and Security Solutions

    ASSA ABLOY
    Dec. 15, 2021
    B&B manufactures roadway safety, traffic control and perimeter security solutions
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    Gunshot Detection

    LENSEC and ShotSpotter enter into a technology partnership

    Lensec
    Dec. 14, 2021
    Using ShotSpotter acoustic sensors and live IP camera feeds within PVMS, security professionals immediately detect a gunshot incident
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    Security Executives

    The menace of deadly vehicle-ramming challenges security professionals

    Steve Lasky
    Dec. 14, 2021
    Both security and law enforcement needs common-sense approaches to secure vulnerable crowds susceptible to vehicle drivers with bad intent
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    Video Surveillance

    Report: Security industry shows resilience during pandemic

    Dec. 13, 2021
    Equipment sales reached nearly $34B in 2021, market expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% over the next five years
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    David Meredith
    Mass Notification Solutions

    David Meredith resigns as CEO of Everbridge

    Dec. 10, 2021
    Company's stock losses nearly half of its value following announcement of chief exec's departure
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    Integrators

    Insta-analysis: Securitas goes all in

    Joel Griffin
    Dec. 10, 2021
    Industry analysts weigh in on its acquisition of Stanley and its impact on the larger integration market
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    Integrators

    PSA announces launch of 'PSA Partner Program' and the inaugural members

    PSA Security Network
    Dec. 9, 2021
    The P3 inaugural elite members are Altronix, AMAG Technology, Eagle Eye Networks, HID, LenelS2 and Windy City Wire
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    Integrators

    ADT completes acquisition of Sunpro Solar

    ADT Security Services Inc
    Dec. 9, 2021
    ADT Solar will provide customers with rooftop solar and energy storage solutions across 22 states, with plans to expand
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    Distributors

    PowerHouse Alliance grows industry footprint with new vendors and expanded locations

    PowerHouse Alliance
    Dec. 8, 2021
    Move signals organization’s commitment to accessibility and availability of products across the residential technology, pro AV and security industry
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    Mass Notification Solutions

    Potter acquires Valcom

    Potter Electric Signal Company
    Dec. 8, 2021
    Acquisition to expand Potter’s capabilities and technology with mass communication and notification systems
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    Access Control

    SALTO enhances ecosystem partnerships with new technical sales team

    Salto Systems Inc.
    Dec. 7, 2021
    The team will serve as a critical conduit between sales activity and technical knowledge
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    Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

    Alert 360 and My Alarm Center to merge

    Dec. 7, 2021
    Combination brings nearly 350,000 customers under one umbrella
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    Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

    Cook & Boardman Group acquires Bass Security Services

    Cook & Boardman Group
    Dec. 6, 2021
    Ohio-based integrator is C&B’s 16th acquisition since Oct. 2018
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    Dealers, Integrators & Installing Companies

    Cook & Boardman acquires BlueViolet Networks

    Cook & Boardman Group
    Dec. 6, 2021
    Company continues West Coast expansion with first facility in California
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    Alarms & Monitoring

    Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response announces 2022 board members

    Dec. 2, 2021
    Organization's board comprised of Individuals from the public safety, electronic security and alarm monitoring industries
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    Security Executives

    ASIS announces 2022 board appointments, new regional boards of directors

    ASIS International
    Dec. 2, 2021
    Inaugural boards for North America and Europe represent the next step in association's global governance journey
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    Integrators

    Securitas acquires Supreme Security Systems for $20M

    Dec. 2, 2021
    Acquisition to broaden company's service capabilities in the northeast
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    Integrators

    Cross-Fire & Security buys NISCO

    Dec. 2, 2021
    AE Industrial completes second add-on to its fire and life safety services platform
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    Integrators

    Private equity firm acquires Unlimited Technology

    Dec. 2, 2021
    John Palumbo to assume to the role of CEO, financial terms not disclosed
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    Video Surveillance

    Eagle Eye Networks forecasts key video surveillance trends for 2022

    Eagle Eye Networks
    Nov. 30, 2021
    Businesses are turning to video surveillance to help them adapt and thrive amidst sustained disruptions and changes in the business environment