Archive for 2016
Recommendations for Initiating an Enterprise Cybersecurity Solution
SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board today released, “Recommendations for Initiating an Enterprise Cybersecurity Solution,” a brief listing of executive level recommendations to serve as a starting point for developing a comprehensive cyber-risk strategy. (Read the document online here.) The Security Industry Association (SIA) published the recommendations as part of its efforts to raise awareness of cybersecurity…
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IACP Honors Program Serving At-Risk Youth in Texas with SIA-Sponsored Award
Arlington, Texas, police, The Man’s Shop receive police chiefs award. Silver Spring, Md. —The Arlington, Texas, Police Department and The Man’s Shop, a men’s clothing store in the city, were honored by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) on Oct. 16 for a program that focuses on “introducing young males to trust-building and lessons in…
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2017 Market Drivers: Body-Worn Camera Funding
I was honored to participate last week in panel discussion organized by a SIA member to forecast the priorities for the next presidential administration. At the risk of being perceived as yet another political pundit talking head, I focused my panel discussion on bipartisan policies that could drive business opportunities regardless of who wins the…
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The Ever-Expanding Role of Mobile in Access Control
It’s a safe bet to assume that at any given time, your smartphone is within arm’s reach. For many—if not most—of us, these devices keep us connected to our work from anywhere, remind us of appointments, provide occasional entertainment and much more. Now, mobile technology is also playing a key role in critical security functions,…
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Women in Biometrics Awards to Be Presented at SIA Honors Night
Nominations remain open through Oct. 15; awards to be presented by SIA and SecureIDNews on Nov. 16. Silver Spring, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced today that nominations are being accepted for the 2016 Women in Biometrics Awards. The awards, which are co-presented by SIA and SecureIDNews, were launched to recognize innovative women…
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Dr. Lou Marciani Recognized as 2016 SIA Insightful Practitioner
Security Industry Association to present award during SIA Honors Night on Nov. 16 in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) today announced Dr. Lou Marciani, Director of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi, as the 2016 recipient of its…
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The Maturation of the Alarm Dealer: Reshaping the Channel
A high percentage of the dealer market is focused on the changing needs of the commercial and institutional customer. Still driven by the predictability of recurring monthly revenue (RMR), new forms of monitoring and creative marketing alarm dealers are finding ways to continue to attract investment and competition. A panel at Securing New Ground will…
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CSPM® Profile: Chris Wilson, Product Manager, Americas, Paxton Access Inc.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) will provide a special opportunity to sit for the exam to become a Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM®) on Dec. 2 at our offices in Silver Spring, Maryland. If you’re interested in becoming certified, please contact Ame Enright, SIA associate director of certification, at aenright@securityindustry.org or 301-804-4741. Meanwhile, Ame chatted…
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Tim Eckersley of Allegion to Receive Hauhn Award
SIA to present award during SIA Honors Night on Nov. 16. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) will present the Jay Hauhn Excellence in Partnerships Award to Allegion Senior Vice President and President of the Americas Tim Eckersley at SIA Honors Night on Nov. 16, 2016, at The Current at Chelsea Piers…
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Industry Associations Endorse New House Bill Addressing Power Requirements of Security and Life-Safety Systems
Legislation proposed by U.S. Rep. Michael Pompeo recognizes unique requirements of such systems SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA), along with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA), jointly commend U.S. Rep. Michael Pompeo, R-Kansas, for introducing a bill (H.R. 6214) last night in the U.S. House…
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