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In Memoriam: Allen Fritts
This week, the security industry mourned the loss of Allen Fritts, who dedicated more than 30 years to the security and fire professions. Fritts, who spent more than two decades in three operating divisions or Pittway Corp., served as president of Notifier and eventually became president of Honeywell Fire Systems – a role from which…
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SIA Encourages Security Integrators to Submit Entries to 2019 Top 75 Market Leaders
Entries are now open for the Security Sales & Integration (SSI) Top 75 Market Leaders Listings, which highlight dealers and integrators that epitomize the go-to-market model and are pacing the competition in their respecitve market niches. The Security Industry Association (SIA) encourages companies to boost their reputations and validate their standings as industry leaders by…
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ISC West Session Preview: Being a Woman Business Owner in the Security Industry Is an Advantage, Not a Disadvantage
ISC West 2019 is quickly approaching! In addition to great networking, special events and new products and technologies, attendees have access to 85+ top-quality training sessions through SIA Education@ISC. One key session to add to your calendar: Being a Woman Business Owner in the Security Industry Is an Advantage, Not a Disadvantage on Tuesday, April 9! This…
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Security Industry Association Names Mark McCourt as 2018 Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year
McCourt, who leads SIA’s Drones and Robotics Working Group, will be honored at The Advance at ISC West 2019. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected Mark McCourt as the recipient of the 2018 Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award, which recognizes SIA volunteers who have made tireless efforts to expand…
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SIA New Member Profile: IMEG Corp.
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member IMEG Corp. is one of the largest design consulting firms in the United States, specializing in high-performing building systems, infrastructure, program management and construction-related services. IMEG’s Security Group specializes in developing advanced security measures for new and existing facilities. The company has more than 40 locations in the U.S.…
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Security Industry Association Names Chris Grniet as Committee Chair of the Year for 2018
Grniet, who spearheads the SIA New Product Showcase Committee, will be honored at The Advance at ISC West 2019. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected Chris Grniet, CPP, as the recipient of the 2018 SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals for excellence in leading SIA committees and…
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SIA Member Profile: SecuritySpecifiers
Security Industry Association (SIA) member SecuritySpecifiers started in 2010 as an online database service to allow companies to connect with security consultants and design engineers. SecuritySpecifiers, based in Rhode Island, interfaces with consultants and manufacturers worldwide. SIA spoke with Ray Coulombe, managing director of SecuritySpecifiers, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA.…
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Hiring Tip: Determine Cultural Fit in the Interview Process
The security industry, like any other, faces hiring challenges, and identifying, engaging, recruiting and hiring the best talent available is critical to fueling future strategic growth plans. A key component of the hiring process includes determining cultural fit and setting expectations. The cultural fit between your company, your team and a new hire is arguably…
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SIA New Member Profile: IMRON Corporation
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member IMRON Corporation is a leading provider of security management software and access control solutions. IMRON has over 10,000 installations globally, and the company’s solutions have also been deployed in all major verticals, including education, commercial, financial, government, health care and retail. IMRON is headquartered in Irvine, California. SIA…
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A Year of Accomplishments for SIA’s Women in Security Forum
March 8 is International Women’s Day, and it also marks a year since the Security Industry Association (SIA) established the Women in Security Forum, a group that supports the involvement of women in the security industry through programs and opportunities for professional development, networking and thought leadership. SIA recognizes that gender diversity in the workplace…
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