Information Technology
Historically, physical security systems and information technology systems dwelt in different silos. Chief security officers and chief information officers ran their respective domains without input from the other. But rapid adoption of IP-based security devices spurred the convergence of physical and information security, bringing the two spheres together. SIA is dedicated to managing disciplines within this convergence.
Protected: Helping Utilities Stop Copper Theft Before It Happens With AI‑Enabled Security Solutions
Copper theft is one of the most disruptive and costly security challenges for utilities and oil and gas operators. It’s estimated that U.S. utilities lose nearly $920 million annually due to copper theft, according to The Insurance Information Institute. Across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America, many countries cite oil siphoning and copper stealing as the most common theft…
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Stop Automating the Wrong Work
Physical security does not have an artificial intelligence (AI) problem—it has a workflow problem. For the last 20 to 40 years, this industry has mostly iterated. We added better cameras, better access control panels, better sensors, better dashboards, better reports and more integrations. We rarely asked the harder question: Why does this process exist in the…
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From Legacy Systems to Modern Functionality
A cloud-managed approach can make upgrades more gradual and manageable Security integrators are entering a pivotal upgrade cycle that represents far more than routine system refreshes. Across commercial security, customers are looking to modernize legacy intrusion, video, access control and life safety systems by moving toward unified cloud-managed platforms. The opportunity for integrators is significant.…
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Why AI Is Forcing a New Standard for Digital Evidence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the security industry in powerful ways. It is helping organizations detect threats faster, analyze larger volumes of data, recognize patterns, flag anomalies and improve response times. In many environments, AI is already making operations more efficient while reducing the burden on human operators. It is no longer a future concept—it…
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The Risk of AI Shadow Data
Storing video data used to simply involve storing the video from the camera and another basic event database of motion events or other basic yes/no triggers. With all of the metadata created by some cameras now, however, it is also necessary to store this additional data somewhere. System designers need to take this data into…
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Responsible AI in Security: Accountability in an Era of Autonomous Systems
Security work involves a lot of routine tasks, but when an incident occurs, decisions must be made fast—often with incomplete information and real consequences. Security operators are responsible for making those judgment calls. Their decisions don’t just affect safety, but also legal liability, operational continuity and public trust. As more industries experiment with fully autonomous,…
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AI in Physical Security: What Is Actually Changing
The conversation around artificial intelligence (AI) and physical security has shifted. It is no longer about whether organizations should pay attention—it is about whether they are moving fast enough to keep up with what is already on the market. After more than two decades working across enterprise security programs, I have watched a lot of…
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Securing the Network: Best Practices From Inside Internal IT at a Security Integrator
When internal IT builds and maintains a secure network, it enables every part of the organization to operate safely, from field technicians installing security devices to project managers accessing critical systems. At a security integrator, that responsibility is especially important. While our technicians deploy the physical systems that protect buildings and people, internal IT protects…
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AI in Data Center Physical Security: Questions to Ask Technology Providers
Every second matters when it comes to data center security. Over the past few years, artificial intelligence-powered technologies have empowered security personnel by analyzing large volumes of data and distilling it into actionable insights, thereby enabling them to reclaim valuable time to take action. By directing security teams’ focus toward genuine threats, AI boosts efficiency,…
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SPARC Intelligence Report: Best Practices for Working With Integrators
Best practices to help security practitioners take proactive steps to outline the desired operational outcome and clarify their success criteria to hold integrators accountable through standardized processes and transparent communication.
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