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NAPCO Welcomes Richard Gibbey as National Accounts Sales Manager

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC) is pleased to announce that Richard Gibbey has joined the company as National Accounts Sales Manager. In this role, Gibbey will be responsible for driving sales growth and developing strategic relationships with national accounts across NAPCO’s security product portfolio. He will report to Duane Warehime, Vice President of Sales, NAPCO National Accounts.

K2 Security Screening Group President Recognized as a Woman of Achievement

K2 Security Screening Group is proud to share that our President, Kathy Neiswender, has been honored as a Woman of Achievement by Airport Voice. The prestigious award recognizes exceptional leaders whose vision, dedication, and expertise are driving change across the aviation industry.

Data Driven, Proactive Response

As cities face rising demands for smarter policing and faster emergency response, Real Time Crime Centers (RTCCs) are emerging as essential hubs for data-driven public safety. In this interview, two experts with deep field experience — Ross Bourgeois of New Orleans and Dean Cunningham of Axis Communications — draw on decades of operational, leadership and technology expertise to share how RTCCs are transforming public safety through innovation, interagency collaboration and a relentless focus on community impact.



Integration Imagination: The Future of Connected Operations

Security teams that collaborate cross-functionally and apply imagination and creativity to envision and design their ideal integrated ecosystem will have the biggest upside to corporate security and operational benefits.

Gallagher Security Welcomes Matt Butts as Executive Vice President – Americas

Gallagher Security is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matt Butts as Executive Vice President – the Americas, effective September 15.

Everon Signs Agreement to Acquire Multifamily Business from ADT

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., today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the business-to-business (B2B) segments of the multifamily business from ADT LLC, one of the most trusted brands in smart home and small business security. The transaction is expected to close at the end of the third quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Salto North America Names Bob Wilkins Director of Marketing and Category Management

Salto North America has appointed Bob Wilkins as director of marketing and category management, further strengthening its leadership team as the company continues to expand its market presence and deliver solution-driven access control technology.

Allied Universal Celebrates National Security Officer Appreciation Week

Allied Universal, the world’s leading security and facility services company, is proud to celebrate the country’s security professionals during the 2025 National Security Officer Appreciation Week beginning today through September 21.

Smarter Access Starts with Flexibility

Today’s workplaces are undergoing a rapid evolution, driven by hybrid work models, emerging smart technologies, and flexible work schedules. To keep pace with growing workplace demands, buildings are becoming more dynamic – capable of adapting to how people move, work, and interact in real-time.

Trends Keeping an Eye on Business Decisions

Today, AI continues to transform the way data is used to make important business decisions. AI and the cloud together are redefining how video surveillance systems are being used to simulate human intelligence by combining data analysis, prediction, and process automation with minimal human intervention. Many organizations are upgrading their surveillance systems to reap the benefits of technologies like AI and cloud applications.

NAPCO Promotes Ray Krispin to VP of Sales, Marks USA & Alarm Lock

NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. announces the promotion of Ray Krispin to Vice President of Sales, Marks USA and Alarm Lock. In this expanded role, Krispin will unify the sales and independent rep teams across both NAPCO Locking Solutions divisions — Alarm Lock and Marks USA — to deliver a more seamless customer experience and strengthen relationships with distributors, dealers, and integrators nationwide.

The Future is Happening Outside the Cloud

For years, the cloud has captivated the physical security industry. And for good reason. Remote access, elastic scalability and simplified maintenance reshaped how we think about deploying and managing systems. But as the number of cameras grows and resolutions push from HD to 4K and beyond, the cloud’s limits are becoming unavoidable. Bandwidth bottlenecks. Latency lags. Rising storage costs. These are not abstract concerns.

Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk Dies After Utah Valley University Shooting

Charlie Kirk, a popular conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, died Wednesday after being shot during an on-campus event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah

The Impact of Convergence Between IT and Physical Security

For years, the worlds of physical security and information technology (IT) remained separate. While they shared common goals and interests, they often worked in silos.

Unlocking Trustworthy AI: Building Transparency in Security Governance

In situations where AI supports important security tasks like leading investigations and detecting threats and anomalies, transparency is essential. When an incident occurs, investigators must trace the logic behind each automated response to confirm its validity or spot errors. Demanding interpretable AI turns opaque “black boxes” into accountable partners that enhance, rather than compromise, organizational defense.

i-PRO, Richards CCTV Strengthen Aerospace Manufacturing Compliance, Safety with Edge-AI Camera Infrastructure

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a leading global manufacturer of edge computing cameras for security and public safety, today announced the successful deployment of its advanced, AI-powered camera technology at a major UK aerospace manufacturing facility. The project, delivered in partnership with long-time integrator Richards CCTV, modernized the site’s aging security infrastructure, addressing stringent aviation industry compliance needs while enhancing safety, operational efficiency, and future scalability.

Everon Names Carson Clemons as Vice President, National Accounts Installation

Everon, a leading security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire and life safety solutions today announced the promotion of Carson Clemons to Vice President, National Accounts Installation.

Seeking Innovative Solutions

Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. You may recognize these terms as the “5 Phases” of a grieving process, but they could easily describe the phases one goes through before adopting any new or emerging innovation or technology, especially in a highly risk-averse industry like security. However, the desire for convenience in all aspects of modern life is finally beginning to turn the tide from old school hardware as the go-to towards more user-friendly, yet still secure, door solutions.

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    The Electronic Security Association (ESA), the national voice for the electronic security and life safety industry, has announced plans to introduce the SECURE Act in state legislatures across the country beginning in 2025. The proposal, known as Safeguarding Election Candidates Using Reasonable Expenditures, provides a clear framework that allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for professional security services. Read Now

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  • Report: 47 Percent of Security Service Providers Are Not Yet Using AI or Automation Tools

    Trackforce, a provider of security workforce management platforms, today announced the launch of its 2025 Physical Security Operations Benchmark Report, an industry-first study that benchmarks both private security service providers and corporate security teams side by side. Based on a survey of over 300 security professionals across the globe, the report provides a comprehensive look at the state of physical security operations. Read Now

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New Products

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    PE80 Series by SARGENT / ED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin

    ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the launch of two next generation exit devices from long-standing leaders in the premium exit device market: the PE80 Series by SARGENT and the PED4000/PED5000 Series by Corbin Russwin. These new exit devices boast industry-first features that are specifically designed to provide enhanced safety, security and convenience, setting new standards for exit solutions. The SARGENT PE80 and Corbin Russwin PED4000/PED5000 Series exit devices are engineered to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern buildings. Featuring the high strength, security and durability that ASSA ABLOY is known for, the new exit devices deliver several innovative, industry-first features in addition to elegant design finishes for every opening.

  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.”