The average small-business owner may view the world of federal government contracts as an intimidating, mind-boggling realm dominated by huge corporations— with the promise of great financial success just out of reach. However, breaking into the federal government marketplace is a feat that can be accomplished by small private companies—and one that has been achieved by countless organizations, especially in recent years.
- By Megan Weadock
- Jan 07, 2008
Bosch Security Systems, a full-line manufacturer of security solutions, recently announced two new eLearning courses: Access Personal Edition and the AutoDome Modular Camera System.
The Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA) has announced that The Protection Bureau has achieved the group's Five Diamond Certification.
ASIS International has been awarded accreditation by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Bosch is planning to acquire all shares of Extreme CCTV Inc., headquartered in Burnaby, Canada. With this acquisition, Bosch intends to boost its Security Systems division and extend its activities in video surveillance.
The Security Industry Association recently released the latest revision of the voluntary standard details recommended design features for security system control panels and their associated arming and disarming devices to reduce the incidence of false alarms.
Sonitrol Corp. recently announced the acquisition of the territory and operating rights of its Dallas franchise.
IBM has started a new project with the City of Chicago office of emergency management and communications (OEMC) to implement an advanced city-wide intelligent security system.
A balanced approach to fire protection that includes the installation of both fire detection and suppression systems will save lives according to the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA).
Hirsch Electronics’ Learning Center Manager, Scott Chillemi, has been appointed to serve a two-year term as chairman of The Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Education and Training Committee, a non-voting vice president position on SIA’s Board of Directors.
Revenues from the home systems integration/installation channel will increase from $9.8 billion in 2007 to $17.4 billion in 2012, according to Parks Associates and EH Publishing.
Monitronics and Alarm.com recently announced an agreement that will allow security dealers participating in the extensive nationwide Monitronics Authorized Dealer Program to offer Alarm.com's wireless and Web-enabled security and monitoring technology and services to their customers.
Berk-Tek, a Nexans Company, and Ortronics/Legrand recently announced the International Fiber Systems (IFS) product line from GE has been added as an approved affiliate vendor for the NetClear ESS (Electronic Safety and Security) program.
Qwest Communications and ADT Security recently announced an agreement to customers who purchase their respective complementary communications and security services.
Protection One Inc. recently introduced e-Secure for business security. The company's new offering features modern ways for customers to conveniently control and monitor their business security systems offsite, using an Internet-connected computer, PDA or a text-enabled cell phone.
The winners of the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association’s (NBFAA) 2007 Leadership Awards were revealed recently during the association’s annual luncheon.
NAPCO Security Group recently announced the creation of its Video Technologies and Services Division.
Hackett Security, a St. Louis area security systems company, announced the purchase of P & L Products, a St. Louis-based system integrator specializing in video imaging, time and attendance, access control, CCTV cameras and security systems, at the recent ASIS show.
Some business owners start their company by themselves, some take over from a previous owner and others work with a business partner. From time to time, and for different reasons, integrators need to restart their business. One common reason for restarting a business is the separation of two partners. This month's "Dealer Spotlight" examines how Jeff Harrington, of Statesville, N.C.-based Integrated Home Solutions, successfully restarted his company in a new location after separating from his former partner.
- By Leslie Stevens
- Oct 02, 2007