Archive for February 2018
Body-Worn and Mobile Video and Sensor Networks
SIA Education@ISC West will provide conferees with more than 80 sessions of valuable information on important topics in the security industry at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas on April 10-12. Robert Ehlers, Vice President of Business Development, RGB Spectrum, will present Body-Worn and Mobile Video and Sensor Networks on Thursday, April 12, at 9:45…
Keep Reading »Security Matters Podcast Episode 1: An Interview with Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly
We’re pleased to announce the first podcast from the Security Industry Association (SIA) — Security Matters. In every episode of Security Matters, we’re bringing you stories of security, profiles of leaders, and discussions of business issues facing our industry. This episode, our very first, begins with the story of Ray Kelly. The two-time leader of…
Keep Reading »SIA Announces Security Project Management Resources at ISC West 2018
Las Vegas, Nevada—Project managers attending ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas on April have multiple opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills in the security industry with education and information provided by the Security Industry Association (SIA). “SIA’s security project manager offerings are the only education and certification resources tailored specifically for project managers in…
Keep Reading »The Security Buzz: February 9, 2018
Industry News SIA Member company G4S sent staff from across the country to work Super Bowl Live. The Minneapolis-based firm that was providing security at Super Bowl Live was replaced by G4S after information was discovered that insufficient background checks had been conducted on their employees. The events leading up to Super Bowl began on Jan. 26…
Keep Reading »Member Benefit Spotlight: Complimentary Registration to Market Leaders Reception at ISC West
SIA Members receive complimentary registration to the annual SIA Market Leaders Reception. Held concurrently with ISC West, Market Leaders Reception is the premier kick-off event to ISC West. The Market Leaders Reception is an exclusive event for SIA Members. At SIA Market Leaders Reception, you will mix with other industry leaders for an evening of…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Cobalt Robotics
Few technologies capture the imagination like robots, and Cobalt Robotics is a new company that manufactures robot patrol guards! The company, based in Palo Alto, California, is a new member of the Security Industry Association (SIA), and we were pleased to catch up with CEO and Co-founder Travis Deyle to discuss why patrol robots offer…
Keep Reading »The Future of Physical Security: The Decade Ahead
SIA Education@ISC West will provide conferees with more than 70 sessions of valuable information on important topics in the security industry at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas on April 10-12. Terry Gold, Principal Analyst, D6 Research, will present The Future of Physical Security: The Decade Ahead on Tuesday, April 10, at 10:15 a.m. For…
Keep Reading »SIA to Testify Against Vermont Right to Repair Bill
Montpellier, VT—SIA Government Relations Manager Joe Hoellerer will appear before the Vermont Senate on Wednesday, Feb. 7, as a witness in opposition to S. 180, the Vermont Fair Repair Act. The Security Industry Association (SIA) has concerns that requirements in the legislation would harm companies in the security industry, where SIA represents more than 800…
Keep Reading »SIA Appoints New Chair to Helm Young Professionals Group
Silver Spring, Md.—Brendan McFall, Technical Project Manager, Northland Controls, became the new chair of the SIA RISE Networking Group, volunteering his time to support career resources for young professionals in the security industry, announced the Security Industry Association (SIA) today. SIA RISE offers networking events, job resources, scholarships and professional development to young professionals at…
Keep Reading »The Security Buzz: February 2, 2018
Industry News Motorola Solutions announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Avigilon in an all-cash transaction that will enhance Motorola Solutions’ portfolio of communications technologies. Motorola’s acquisition of Avigilon will bring advanced video surveillance and analytics platforms to the rapidly evolving public safety workflow. Fitness tracking app Strava may have revealed sensitive…
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