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Securing Oil and Gas in a Converged World: Key Takeaways From SIA’s Vertical Insights Symposium
The oil and gas sector remains a cornerstone of critical infrastructure—powering economies while facing an increasingly complex risk landscape. At the Security Industry Association (SIA) Vertical Insights Symposium on oil and gas security, industry leaders, technology experts and public-sector stakeholders explored how organizations are adapting to address the convergence of physical security, cybersecurity and operational…
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Your Badge Is More Than a Door Key: Takeaways From SIA’s Corporate ID Credential Design Webinar
Corporate ID badges have long been treated as a mundane necessity—print them, hand them out and move on. But according to a recent Security Industry Association (SIA) webinar, that mindset may be leaving organizations dangerously exposed. VIDEO: Designing Secure and Effective Corporate ID Credentials SIA’s June 4, 2026, webinar offered an in-depth walkthrough of the…
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Security LeadHER, Presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association, Brings Together 500 Women in Security and Their Allies From 40 U.S. States and 11 Nations
Minneapolis plays host to security conference building current and next-generation female industry leaders MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.—Security LeadHER, the premier event dedicated to advancing women in the global security industry, welcomed 500 security leaders to the Hilton Minneapolis on June 15–16, 2026, for two days of connection, learning and community impact. Presented by ASIS International and the…
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Where Are We? Examining Positioning, Navigation and Timing Capabilities in the United States
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) welcomes today’s hearing on strengthening America’s positioning, navigation and timing capabilities. Resilient backup systems to GPS are essential for national security, critical infrastructure and public safety. SIA CEO Don Erickson issued the following statement: “The Lower 900 MHz band supports a broad ecosystem of public safety and security…
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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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Protecting the Lower 900MHz Band: What the Security Industry Needs to Know
A proposal currently before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) could put billions of devices at risk—from home alarm systems to carbon monoxide detectors to public safety communications. On May 11, 2026, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted a webinar to brief industry stakeholders on the potential impact and what’s being done to push back. VIDEO:…
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Securing the Big Stage: Key Takeaways From SIA’s 2026 Vertical Insights Stadium Security Symposium
As the United States prepares to host some of the largest sporting and cultural events in its history—including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, America 250 celebrations and 2028 Summer Olympics—stadium security professionals are working overtime to stay ahead of an increasingly complex threat landscape. The Security Industry Association (SIA) convened a timely Vertical Insights Stadium…
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2026 Security LeadHER Program to Advance, Connect and Empower Women in Security
ASIS International and the Security Industry Association bring the landmark gathering to Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 15–16 ALEXANDRIA, Va./SILVER SPRING, Md.—ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA)—the leading membership associations for the security industry—have announced the 2026 agenda and speaker lineup for Security LeadHER, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security…
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