Archive for May 2026
Security Industry Association Announces More Keynote and Featured Speakers for Perimeter PREVENT 2026
David K. Hernandez will join the keynote lineup for Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, taking place June 24 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the second keynote speaker and more expert presenters for the 2026 Perimeter PREVENT, the premier event in perimeter security. This symposium—held June 24 in Washington, D.C.,…
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SIA Member Profile: Safety Technology International
Security Industry Association (SIA) member Safety Technology International (STI) is a manufacturer of specialty fire, safety and security products. The company is headquartered in Waterford, Michigan, with a global presence including an office in the United Kingdom, a European distribution hub in Ireland and products used in 40 countries across the Americas, Europe, the Middle…
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Mothers, Daughters and the Business of Building Security: Q&A With Christy Miller and Caitlin Brudnicki
Throughout its May 2026 mother/daughter series, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum has been sitting down with mothers and daughters who share not just family, but also a job site, a client roster and a stake in where this industry is headed. Each conversation has offered a different window into what it…
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AI in Security: Infrastructure, Not Hype, Will Determine ROI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer experimental—it is mainstream. The 2025 AI Index Report found that 78% of organizations used AI in 2024, up from 55% the year before. But adoption does not equal desired outcomes. Too many organizations still treat AI as a collection of use cases instead of a core operational capability—that gap…
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From Legacy Systems to Modern Functionality
A cloud-managed approach can make upgrades more gradual and manageable Security integrators are entering a pivotal upgrade cycle that represents far more than routine system refreshes. Across commercial security, customers are looking to modernize legacy intrusion, video, access control and life safety systems by moving toward unified cloud-managed platforms. The opportunity for integrators is significant.…
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A Mother–Daughter Story in Security: Q&A With Maureen and Lauren Piera
The Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum marked the month of Mother’s Day 2026 by celebrating the connections of mothers and daughters who share careers in the security industry. By sharing these unique stories, we showcase the field’s evolution, the influence of mentorship and representation and the shared professional passion passed down to…
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SIA New Member Profile: Loffler Companies
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Loffler Companies is an independent professional services organization dedicated to providing superior managed IT solutions, office technologies and services. The company is headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and supports customers throughout the upper Midwest with offices across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska. While Loffler…
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Texas State University’s ALERRT Center Releases Groundbreaking Research on Active Shooter Events in Schools
SAN MARCOS, Texas—The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center at Texas State University has published new research in partnership with the Security Industry Association (SIA) that examines school safety in the United States and how schools can prevent, mitigate and reduce the impact of active shooter events. This first-of-its-kind study, The Role of…
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Protecting Our Schools: Key Insights and Resources From SIA’s 2026 K–12 School Security Symposium
Strengthening the safety and security of K–12 schools requires more than just technology. The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently held a Vertical Insights symposium that brought together leading voices in school safety to tackle one of the most consequential challenges facing communities today. In this virtual event presented by SIA, sponsored by Acre Security and…
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FAST Announces the 2026 Security Technician of the Year Award Winners
Ten Security Professionals Honored for Exceptional Skill, Dedication and Impact Across the Industry DALLAS, Texas—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named 10 winners for the 2026 Security Technician of the Year Awards. Now in its fourth year, this prestigious program continues to shine a light on the professionals who form the backbone of…
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