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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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Top Takeaways for Securing Hotels and Casinos From SIA’s Symposium
The Security Industry Association’s recent Vertical Insights Lodging and Casino Security Symposium brought together three industry experts to tackle one of the most complex security challenges in the private sector: protecting hospitality environments that are, by their very nature, designed to be open. Sponsored by HID Global and hosted by SIA Manager of Industry Relations…
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Your Step-by-Step Guide to OSDP System Troubleshooting
10 Best Practices to Resolve Common OSDP Configuration and Connectivity Problems As the industry continues to prioritize higher levels of cybersecurity and interoperability, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) has become the preferred communication standard for modern access control systems. Implementing OSDP delivers a host of benefits, but any shift away…
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ISC West 2026 Concludes, Anchoring the Global Standard for Digital Trust and Converged Security
Industry leaders define the new blueprint for integrated resilience as the physical and cyber security perimeters blend into a single, unified landscape NORWALK, Conn.—ISC West 2026, the nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security trade event, officially wrapped last week at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry…
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Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Opens Call for Nominations for 2026 Security Technician of the Year Awards
This prestigious award program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry. DALLAS, Texas—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has opened the call for nominations for the 2026 Security Technician of the Year Awards, recognizing security technicians who demonstrate exceptional technical expertise, unwavering customer service, and leadership that elevates their entire…
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