Resolution Funding Federal Government Through Dec. 20 Includes Security-Specific Measures
Measures include over $350 million for election security and presidential transition, a counter-UAS extension, extension of funds for FEMA disaster relief On Sept. 25, 2024, the U.S. House and Senate passed a three-month continuing resolution (CR) that funds the federal government through Dec. 20, 2024. The measure is a “clean” CR that reappropriates funding and…
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Video: Why We Need Legislative Changes to Help Prevent Domestic Drone Attacks
While uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) offer tremendous benefits, they also pose security risks across various sectors, including military, homeland security, critical infrastructure, law enforcement, borders, VIP protection and maritime operations. Addressing these security risks while safeguarding our society is constant theme within the efforts of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Counter-UAS Working Group. Will it take…
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Update on California AI Measures After Conclusion of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session
Sept. 30, 2024, looms as the deadline for California Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign or veto any bills cleared by the legislature and sent to the governor’s office by the end of its regular session. There were some surprises on AI legislation with implications for discussions across the nation on AI policy, with key outcomes…
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Why the Security Industry Needs an “AI Device” Category
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the realm of video surveillance software, turning what was once a live monitoring or post-event forensics tool into a predictive business enabler. Whereas, in the past, organizations would need to manually analyze footage to identify trends, today data dashboards are available that provide up-to-the-minute updates on…
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Leveling the Field: Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on Video Surveillance
For decades, video surveillance has fallen short of the expectations of many security operators. The benefits of video surveillance and its impact on operations, safety and security are undeniable; however, when you go deeper, video motion technology still suffers from the dynamic environments of real life. Between lighting, shadows, weather and unpredictable movements by people…
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Video: How to Use Impatience as an Advantage in Security Sales
Another video in the SIA Integration Insights series is here! In this video from NAVCO Executive Vice President of National Accounts Angie Barnes, the first in a four-part series on integration sales, you’ll gain an understanding of the value of impatience in security sales and how to seize the moment with your urgency while engaging…
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SIA New Member Profile: Secure Direction Consulting
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Secure Direction Consulting offers expert independent security consulting. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. SIA spoke with Michael S. D’Angelo, CPP, CSC, board-certified security consultant and principal and lead consultant for Secure Direction Consulting (as well as the president of the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC)),…
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The Influence Insider’s Playbook: Mastering the Art of Influence
At AcceleRISE 2024, Kelly DeLeo and Colin DePree shared the inside scoop on mastering influence in the workplace. The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently closed out a successful sixth annual AcceleRISE – a unique event presented by the SIA RISE community and gathering tomorrow’s security leaders. The sold-out event took place Aug. 12-14, 2024, in…
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IntelligentSIA: The Top 12 Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in September 2024
Hey SIA members! Here are the top things you need to know about our latest activities and resources, upcoming events and opportunities and more. Welcome, New Members! The Security Industry Association (SIA) would like to welcome its newest members: Integrated Protection Services, Keystone Security & Technologies, MatrixSpace, Netflix, POWER Engineers, Safe and Sound Security Systems,…
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How You Can Advance Sustainability in the Security Industry
At AcceleRISE 2024, Amy Musanti of ASSA ABLOY highlighted the importance of sustainability and how to encourage deliberate decision making. The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently closed out a successful sixth annual AcceleRISE – a unique event presented by the SIA RISE community and gathering tomorrow’s security leaders. The sold-out event took place Aug. 12-14,…
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