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Security Industry Association Unveils Program for First-Ever ESG Week Event
This free and open-to-all virtual symposium will feature dynamic, expert-led sessions on key topics in sustainability, environment, social and governance. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup and program for the first-ever ESG Week Virtual Symposium, taking place Sept. 9-11, 2025. This free and open-to-all event is co-presented by the SIA Environmental,…
Keep Reading »Beyond the Metrics of ESG: Putting People Before Percentages
When people talk about ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), the conversation often starts and ends with numbers. We hear a lot of terms such as carbon footprint, net zero, anticorruption and compliance. While the “E” and “G” categories often get technical attention, the “S” is frequently misunderstood, and it can sometimes be mistaken simply for sustainability.…
Keep Reading »Takeaways From Perimeter PREVENT 2025
Unlock lessons, tactics, strategies and insights from the premier event in perimeter security.
Keep Reading »Seven Ways Access Control and Video Can Be Used Beyond Security in the Built Environment
Members of SIA’s Built Environment Advisory Board share tips on how video and access control system data can be used to optimize building operations, drive revenue and more. 1. Using Occupancy Data From Video and Access Control Systems to Understand Space Utilization and Building Efficiency In the smart building market, occupancy sensors are traditionally deployed…
Keep Reading »Save the Date: ESG Week Virtual Symposium Sept. 9-11, 2025
Event to explore how security industry can contribute to and is adopting environment, social, governance and sustainability initiatives; call for speakers now open! Save the dates! Put a hold on your calendar for Sept. 9-11, 2025, for three powerful sessions of dialogue and discovery at the ESG Week Virtual Symposium. This free and open-to-all event…
Keep Reading »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…
Keep Reading »Securing Summer Festivals and Public Events: Insights From SIA’s Perimeter Security Subcommittee
As warm weather arrives, many people are looking forward to summer festivals and outdoor events coming up this season. It’s important for festival and event organizers to keep security top of mind when planning for these events – one of the issues that will be addressed at Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, taking…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Keynote, Agenda and Speakers for Perimeter PREVENT 2025
NFL chief security officer and former D.C. police chief Cathy Lanier to keynote Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, happening June 18 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2025 Perimeter PREVENT, the premier event in perimeter security. This symposium – held June 18 in Washington, D.C.,…
Keep Reading »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…
Keep Reading »Call for Participation: Credential Design Working Group – SIA Standards Committee
The Security Industry Association (SIA) Standards Committee is launching the Credential Design Working Group, a new initiative to develop practical guidelines for secure, user-friendly enterprise identification and access credentials. We invite SIA members from the security, technology and corporate sectors to join us in shaping the future of credential design and implementation, under the leadership…
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