The Monitoring Association (TMA) is now accepting speaking proposals from industry professionals for its three 2026 meetings: Virtual Mid-Year Meeting, OPSTech, and Annual Meeting. These events bring together practitioners and executives to share insights, advance best practices, and strengthen the future of the industry.
The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2026-27 Louis T. Fiore Electronic Communications Scholarship is now open.
Everon, a leading security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions ranked the third-largest security company in the U.S. by SDM Magazine, today announced that it has appointed Fernando Paz to a new role for the organization, leading its core sales division focused on medium-sized commercial enterprises as Vice President, Core Sales.
Gallagher Security, a leading global manufacturer of integrated access control, intrusion detection, and perimeter solutions, is proud to announce they have been named a Global Elite Partner with Convergint Technologies, a global leader in technology enabled security and safety solutions.
DSI Security Services is pleased to announce two leadership promotions that reinforce the company’s continued investment in operational excellence, training, and compliance.
The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named eight new members to the FAST Board of Directors—an expert-led group drawn from the membership of the Security Industry Association (SIA), the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and PSA and that defines and refines FAST’s strategic plan, as well as the foundation’s annual goals.
Security 101, a national provider of commercial electronic security solutions, announced today the acquisition of True Security – East Bay, LLC, a longtime Security 101 franchise, scaling operations across Northern California. The acquisition includes locations serving San Francisco, San Jose, San Mateo, Gilroy, and Sacramento, CA.
Tech Systems, Inc. (TSi), a 100% employee-owned leader in security systems integration and managed services, announced today that Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board Darryl Keeler has transitioned into the role of Executive Chairman of TSi while maintaining his role as Chairman of the
Board. President Wayne Smith will assume the combined role of President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services provider, today announced that it has sold a majority stake in AMAG Technology to Shore Rock Partners, a critical infrastructure-focused growth investor. AMAG is a global leader in integrated high-security access control, identity, guest, and video management solutions. The new ownership group led by Shore Rock Partners with strategic backing from BellTower Partners will continue to support enhancements to AMAG’s product portfolio, evolve service models, and expand the company’s capabilities to protect people, identities, and assets around the world.
ZBeta, a pioneer in delivering comprehensive physical security consulting services, today announced that senior executives Conal O’Doherty and Jesse “JJ” Knutson have been named principals of the firm. In their respective roles as Chief Growth Officer and Chief Operating Officer, Conal and JJ have been instrumental in shaping ZBeta’s identity by elevating the brand, enriching the client experience, advancing corporate strategy, strengthening operational performance, and unlocking new growth opportunities. As principals, they will continue to work alongside CEO Zack Brunette to chart the firm’s strategic trajectory, guide operational priorities, and advance the evolution of the organization.
Security-Net, Inc., a network of leading security system integrators, is pleased to welcome its newest member, Mala Grover, president and chief executive officer of Digitronics, based in Herndon, Va. With the addition of Grover, Security-Net strengthens its presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, while gaining a member with deep expertise in federal government security projects.
Securitas Technology, a world leader and global provider of security, health, and safety technologies, is proud to announce the acquisition of Sonitrol Ft. Lauderdale and Level 5 Security Group. This strategic move reinforces Securitas Technology’s commitment to delivering client-centric solutions and expanding its geographic footprint to better serve clients across North America.
The PSA Network (PSA), the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, today announced it has joined the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) as an exclusive member, reinforcing its commitment to developing and promoting career pathways in the security industry.
IPTECHVIEW launches its next-generation cloud video management platform with AI Orchestrator, which harnesses the power of cloud-based video intelligence and generative Video AI. IPTECHVIEW AI extends far beyond conventional security cameras to deliver comprehensive video supervision powered by advanced AI orchestration, unlocking higher security and operational insights previously impossible to achieve.
Expanding its sales operation to cover North America, barox Kommunikation GmbH, the Swiss manufacturer of video security networking L2/L3 switches, media converters, IP extenders, and network management software has appointed Reinhard Florin to the role of Vice President of North America Sales.
The Northborough Police Department (NPD) has become the first law enforcement agency in Massachusetts to go live with the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service, a digital alarm service that automates the exchange of alarm information between alarm-monitoring companies and emergency communications centers (ECCs). NPD deployed ASAP View, a web-based solution that enables faster, more accurate alarm delivery directly to emergency communications personnel.
Brinks Home, one of North America's leading smart home security companies, today announced the launch of BHX, a bold new recruiting and sales platform and program designed to attract, develop, and empower the next generation of field sales professionals.
Minuteman Security & Life Safety, the 2025 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year and one of North America’s fastest-growing security and life safety integrators, today announced the acquisition of Life Safety Integrated Systems Inc., a leading systems integrator based in Buffalo, New York.
AMAG Technology is naming Suprema as its strategic partner for biometric readers. This formalized partnership builds on years of successful collaboration and ensures customers worldwide benefit from a fully integrated solution that combines AMAG’s Symmetry™ Solution Suite with Suprema’s biometric technology.
We recently sat down with Paxton’s Chief Commercial Officer Gareth O’Hara to talk about the company’s growth and plans for the US market. O’Hara recently relocated from the UK to the US to help the company’s growth plans.