Parks Associates recently announced a new white paper, Consumer IoT Product Development: Managing Costs, Optimizing Revenues, which provides companies with a business-planning blueprint to evaluate how a consumer IoT solution will perform across its lifetime. Subscription services, such as video storage and professional monitoring, can be critical for covering ongoing cloud and support costs
NAPCO Access, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies and a leader in access control solutions since 1969, announces its new Unified Power Solution, developed in partnership with LifeSafety Power. This streamlined chassis integrates NAPCO Access Panel components and LifeSafety Power modules, delivering a space-saving, labor-efficient solution for professional security integrators.
Per Mar Security Services, a provider of total security solutions based in Davenport, Iowa, has acquired Accu-Com Security Solutions, an Oshkosh, Wisconsin-based company specializing in burglar, fire, video, and access control systems.
RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire), the multi-regional “Buy & Build” experts for fire, life safety, and security industries, announced the acquisition of Kane Fire Protection (Kane) in the St. Louis, Metropolitan area. The acquisition of Kane Fire Protection expands RapidFire’s service offerings with the addition of Kane’s fire sprinkler services. This represents RapidFire’s second acquisition in the St. Louis market, where they are also headquartered.
The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has announced the third annual National Security Technician Day, an annual commemorative day held on Jan. 23 to honor security technicians across the country.
G4S recently announced the appointment of Michael Leahey to the position of chief financial officer. Leahey joins G4S from parent company Allied Universal®, where he served as vice president of corporate finance. Leahey will report to Tim Brandt, Allied Universal’s global chief financial officer and Ashley Almanza, executive chairman of G4S/Allied Universal International.
Securitas Technology, a global provider of security, health, and safety technologies, is proud to announce the acquisition of Sonitrol New Orleans. This strategic move underscores Securitas Technology’s ongoing commitment to innovation, client-centric solutions, and expanding its geographic footprint to better serve clients across North America.
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its 2025 Electronic Security Expo (ESX). This trade show and educational conference, known to dealers and integrators as The RMR Educational Event of the Year, is designed by and for electronic security and life safety integrators and dealers. ESX 2025 will be held June 16-19 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Cobb County, Atlanta, GA.
Evolon Technology, provider of proactive AI-driven security solutions, and United Central Control (UCC) and COPS Monitoring (COPS), premier providers of professional video monitoring, have announced a partnership to transform the proactive video monitoring market.
The Monitoring Association’s (TMA) President Steve Butkovich honored four of TMA’s long-serving volunteers for their impactful contributions to TMA’s ASAP service with the 2024 Mel Mahler Award, formerly known as the President’s Award on Oct. 9th at the 2024 Annual Meeting in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Mel Mahler Award is presented at the discretion of the TMA president in recognition of outstanding contributions within his/her tenure. The 2024 Mel Mahler Award recipients are Bill Hobgood, CommSys Incorporated; Jennifer Holloway, CIBC Bank; Daniel Oppenheim, Affiliated Monitoring; and Pam Petrow, Vector Security.
U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized Everon, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire and life safety solutions in the U.S., as one of the 839 recipients of the 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by U.S. Department of Labor. Everon earned the gold award after applying earlier this year. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.
Convergint, a provider of service-based security systems integration, has announced a strategic alliance with Deloitte. This new alliance provides powerful, integrated cyber and physical security services that are designed to help their clients address the evolving risk landscape
Security installers across the United States have attended Paxton’s Tech Tour during September. The events have received exceptional feedback from security professionals, with a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Security Data Supply started small. Founded by Ron Broussard in 2001, it began as a distributor in Mandeville, Louisiana with a single location. Instead of driving 24 miles across Lake Ponchatrain to pick up products in New Orleans, Brossard saw the opportunity to give customers an easier opportunity to make a purchase.
- By Brent Dirks
- Oct 21, 2024
ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, today announces the launch of LabZ, an innovative program dedicated to driving the future of security technology through rigorous testing, independent evaluation, and continuous improvement. Designed to be a center of collaboration for the security industry, LabZ is an unparalleled resource for the testing of emerging innovations, complex integrations, and system and device convergence.
Everon, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire and life safety solutions in the U.S., announced today the launch of Mavn BI™ business intelligence, Sightline™ advanced video solutions, and Onepoint™ account management portal as part of a series of differentiating offerings. The launch notably delivers on Everon’s investment made through this year’s acquisition of DIGIOP, a groundbreaking software development company specializing in video and business intelligence solutions, and reaffirms the integrator’s mission to chart a path to growth through technology and innovation.
More than 20 companies are being recognized this year for products that help keep us safe.
Securitas Technology, a world leader and global provider of security, health, and safety technologies, unveiled today its Sustainability Initiatives, a pioneering effort to promote environmentally sustainable solutions in the electronic security industry. This initiative will be launched at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024 show, September 23-25, in Orlando, Florida.
In today’s dynamic business environment, companies specializing in physical security are constantly evolving to remain competitive. One strategic shift these businesses can make to give them the advantage is a full or partial transition to a recurring revenue model, popularly called a subscription service. This approach will bring numerous benefits that not only enhance business stability but also improve customer relationships and drive innovation. Recurring monthly revenue (RMR) or recurring annual revenue (RAR) are two recurring cadence choices that work simply and effectively.
- By Andy Schreyer
- Sep 18, 2024
Physical security technology plays a crucial role in detecting and preventing insider cybersecurity threats. While it might seem like a stretch to connect physical security with cyber threats, the two are closely intertwined. Here’s how physical security technology can be leveraged to address both external and internal threats.