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SIA New Member Profile: Oyla
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Oyla is a sensor fusion and artificial intelligence (AI) company serving the physical security markets. The company is headquartered in San Carlos, California, and serves the North American market, with plans to expand globally later in 2021. SIA spoke with Srinath Kalluri, CEO of Oyla, about the company,…
Keep Reading »Participate in SIA’s New Research Pilot Program
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is planning to introduce a new pilot program to allow members to leverage our premier research resources. The program would focus on policy research at the federal, state, local and even international levels to help your company and employees better understand how you can access existing or developing markets. Examples…
Keep Reading »Participate in This Quick Poll on Vaccination Requirements From SIA’s HR Working Group
The SIA Human Resources Working Group is seeking input from executives and human resources staff in the security industry regarding policies on vaccination for employees and job applicants. We’ve created a brief survey to gauge how companies are handling return to work and to help SIA benchmark industry plans and practices. Please complete the quick,…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Gabriel
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Gabriel uses smart technology to provide an affordable and intuitive emergency mass notification platform. The company’s product is deployed in multiple U.S. states and growing rapidly. Gabriel’s development team is based in Israel, and its commercial team is based in the United States. SIA spoke with Jim Watson,…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Appoints Paul Schmick to SIA Executive Advisory Board
Schmick, vice president of security technology at Alliance Security, will serve on the association’s panel of security industry leaders. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Paul J. Schmick – vice president of security technology at Alliance Security – as the newest member of the SIA Executive Advisory Board. Established in 2017, the…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: TriFecta Security Solutions
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member TriFecta Security Solutions works with clients to assess, consult, design and install security systems that protect people and property. The company is headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland, with the ability to provide services nationwide. SIA spoke with Scott Bakka, president of TriFecta Security Solutions, about the company, the security industry…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: The Homeland Security Consulting Group
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member The Homeland Security Consulting Group (HSCG) works to help public safety and security companies do more business protecting critical infrastructure through homeland security consulting and business development. The company is headquartered in Potomac, Maryland. SIA spoke with David McWhorter, founder of The Homeland Security Consulting Group, about the company,…
Keep Reading »Why a Uniform Privacy Law Would Be Good for the Security Industry
Compliance costs are a drag on profitability for all businesses, and security companies are no exception. As privacy laws are enacted on a state-by-state basis, complying with them will introduce new costs for all of us. As troubling are efforts to ban some of the technologies many security conscious organizations, including law enforcement, are using…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Security Advisors Consulting Group
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Security Advisors Consulting Group, LLC, is a security consulting practice that specializes in optimizing the security of health care, educational institutions and other open environments. The company is headquartered in Strum, Wisconsin, and serves clients across the United States and internationally. SIA spoke with Drew Neckar, founder and president…
Keep Reading »SIA Board of Directors Updates Bylaws to Enhance Member Engagement
On March 23, 2021, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Board of Directors unanimously approved several amendments to the SIA Bylaws to better reflect association best practices and increase overall member engagement. Among the key approved changes, the SIA Nominations Committee will manage a formal process for SIA members to recommend individuals for consideration as potential…
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