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Security Strategies for Remote Workers

As the remote work trend continues to grow, ensuring the physical security of remote workers has become a critical concern for organizations. While much attention is given to cybersecurity, physical security should not be overlooked. Here are some key strategies to enhance the physical security of remote employees. 1. Secure Home Office Setup Encouraging employees…

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SIA RISE Q&A on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion With Dayanna Nunez, Human Resources Director for i-PRO Americas

In this Q&A, Tristin Vaccaro, lead on the SIA RISE community’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Subcommittee, sits down with Dayanna Nunez, human resources director for i-PRO Americas, to discuss the impact of DE&I initiatives on workplace culture, the journey towards inclusivity in the security industry and the challenges and triumphs in promoting diversity at a…

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Elevate Your Career: The Power of AcceleRISE for Young Professionals

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In today’s fast-paced world of business and technology, young professionals are looking for opportunities to improve their skill sets and expand their networks. Enter AcceleRISE: a catalyst for success and empowerment, offering a unique experience designed to boost the careers of tomorrow’s leaders in security. From real-time discussions to insights on leadership and security trends,…

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SIA GovSummit Sheds Light on the Complexities of Addressing Hostile Drone Threats

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Experts from military, homeland security and emerging tech law and policy examined the critical need for technologies to address challenges but also protect our drone-powered society. 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…

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SIA New Member Profile: Barco

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Barco is a global leader in visualization, networking and collaboration technology. While its global headquarters are situated in Kortrijk, Belgium, Barco has regional teams dedicated to serving the Europe, Middle East and Africa; Americas; and Asia-Pacific regions. In the Americas, it operates from its headquarters in Duluth, Georgia, with…

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Common School Security Challenges and How Schools Can Obtain Outside Grant Funding

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At SIA GovSummit, Allegion’s Christin Kinman and Randy Jump discussed how teams can work together to protect schools and obtain grant funds for school security projects. At the 2024 SIA GovSummit, a 2-day government security conference presented by the Security Industry Association and held in Washington, D.C., May 21-22, Allegion’s Christin Kinman and Randy Jump…

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What Security Companies Need to Know About the New OMB Guidance on Use of AI by Federal Agencies

On March 28, 2024, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued the final version of its memorandum (M-24-10) instructing  federal agencies regarding implementation of the Biden administration’s Executive Order on the Safe, Secure and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Under M-24-20, agencies are instructed to designate chief AI officers…

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