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SIA Offers New Member Benefits in Partnership with GSA Schedules Inc.
SIA has partnered with industry-leading SIA Member GSA Schedules Inc. to provide an exclusive new member benefit for companies looking to expand business through government contracting. SILVER SPRING, Md. — Spending on homeland security and public safety products is projected to exceed $81 billion by 2020! Is your company strategically positioned to win government contracts?…
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New Symbols Add More Security to Architectural Designs
AG-01 V.3.0 addresses some of the industry’s latest technologies, including IP cameras, advanced intrusion sensors, Power over Ethernet and biometric devices, among others. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA), along with the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC), today released AG-01 Architectural Graphics Standard–CAD Symbols for Security System Layout Standard 3.0.…
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SIA Confirms More Speakers for Securing New Ground 2015
SNG serves as the top executive conference for the security industry, Oct. 28-29, at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) has confirmed more speakers for Securing New Ground® (SNGTM), the security industry’s top executive conference, scheduled for Oct. 28-29, 2015, at the Millennium Broadway…
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SIA and NCS4 Team Up to Strengthen Security Practices at Stadium Events
Organizations strive to address unique security challenges facing stadiums, ballparks, arenas and similar facilities through the use of security technologies. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) and the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to foster collaboration in addressing the unique security…
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Ray Coulombe of SecuritySpecifiers to Receive Hauhn Award
The Hauhn Award is presented each year to an individual with a SIA member company who has taken specific action(s) to foster collaboration between SIA and industry/practitioner organizations consistent with SIA’s overall strategic priorities. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) will present the Jay Hauhn Excellence in Partnerships Award to Ray Coulombe…
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Securing New Ground to Feature Residential and Commercial Tracks for Security Suppliers and Practitioners
The Security Industry Association again has programmed dedicated tracks to meet the specific requirements of security industry executives at Securing New Ground, scheduled for Oct. 28-29 in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. — After a successful introduction of dedicated sessions for residential and commercial companies at Securing New Ground (SNGTM) 2014, the Security Industry…
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Frank De Fina to Receive Lippert Award Posthumously
Mr. De Fina, former senior director, strategic sales, for Hikvision USA Inc., passed away unexpectedly in July. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) today announced the selection of Frank De Fina, former senior director, strategic sales, for Hikvision USA Inc., to receive the 2015 George R. Lippert Memorial Award posthumously. Mr. De…
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SIA Announces Agenda for Securing New Ground 2015
SNG serves as the top executive conference for the security industry, Oct. 28-29, at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda for Securing New Ground® (SNGTM), the security industry’s top executive conference, scheduled for Oct. 28-29, 2015, at the Millennium Broadway…
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SIA Supports Legislation to Crack Down on Patent Trolls
In twin letters to Congress, SIA seeks action on the Innovation Act (H.R. 9) and the PATENT Act (S. 1137). SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Security Industry Association (SIA) is urging House and Senate leaders to take up companion bills that would crack down on abuses by patent assertion entities, also known as “patent trolls.”…
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PASS Adds Steering Committee Members
New steering committee members and endorsing organizations support PASS CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS)—an initiative developed by the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA)—is excited to announce that it has added three new members to its steering committee. Michele Gay, founder of Safe and…
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