Business Management
How to Activate Your Personal Brand
In March 2023, I reactivated my LinkedIn account. For some, that act might signal a career shift, a quiet first step toward job hunting, or fulfilling a professional requirement, but for me it wasn’t about changing jobs or checking a box – it was about evolving. I wanted to grow in my role, with my…
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Sustainability Concepts Defined
Sustainability is a concept influencing future developments; however, some of its terminology can be confusing or misused, which can result in misunderstandings. Whether you are a business aiming to make genuine efforts or an individual wanting to make informed decisions, understanding these nine terms is essential. 1. Offsets – a Complement, Not a Solution Offsets…
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Why Veterans Are a Perfect Fit for the Security Industry
Jeffrey A. Slotnick, CPP, PSP, is the president of Setracon and a member of the SIA Veterans in Security Advisory Board. He served as a command sergeant major in the U.S. Army before retiring. In today’s rapidly evolving security landscape, organizations are under increasing pressure to protect people, property and information. As threats become more…
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Scaling Security for Growing Enterprises
Centralized platforms make the most of collected data Enterprise businesses in the fastest-growing sectors may need to rethink their approach to franchise security. While growth fuels business success, it also presents major security challenges as teams work to keep pace with an enlarged footprint. As businesses expand their operations to new sites, security teams must…
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Earth Day Guidance From SIA’s ESG Advisory Board
The Security Industry Association Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board members had a great time presenting at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, earlier this month. Dr. Jill Frack, Amy Musanti and Dr. Alka Khungar presented “Sustainability, Safety & Security: An Inclusive Approach for ESG.” We want to share some of the key…
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Bridging the Gap: Collaboration Between Product and Engineering
As I entered my senior year of my computer science degree, the daunting thought crossed my mind – what was I going to do after graduation? I had done well in my coursework, spent time tutoring students in computer science and math, built simple websites for friends and small businesses and even worked as a…
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Building a Thriving Channel Program in the Security Software Industry: A Vision of Growth and Collaboration
Building a channel partner program from the ground up is not for the faint of heart. It requires vision, patience and a relentless focus on relationships. For security software companies, the shift to a channel model isn’t just a tactical move – it’s a transformation. It’s about building something enduring, something that extends beyond transactions…
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Security Industry Association Unveils First-Ever U.S. Economic Impact Study
The groundbreaking data shows 2.1 million jobs and $145.5 billion in wages supported by the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled the first-ever national economic impact study on the security industry, highlighting the positive impact the security industry has on jobs, wages and federal and state revenue in…
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Security Industry Economic Impact Report
The industry’s significant economic footprint extends throughout the American economy, as shown through this groundbreaking research.
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Security Industry Association Announces the 2025 Security Megatrends
The evolution of the channel tops the list of key trends forecasted to impact the security industry in 2025 and beyond. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2025 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short-…
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