Security Industry Association (SIA)

SIA Supports Ethical Uses of Security Technology

The Security Industry Association has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the responsible and ethical uses of security technology. In July 2020, SIA implemented its Code of Ethics and required all new and renewing members to affirm that they will abide by the provisions of the code. SIA regards the code as a baseline for ethical…

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SIA New Member Profile: Business Protection Specialists, Inc.

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Business Protection Specialists, Inc. (BPS) is a security consulting firm that helps clients assess risk, design, specify and implement the proper state-of-the-art security measures for their facilities. The company has administrative offices in Victor, New York, and Raleigh, North Carolina, with employees working virtually up and down the East…

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Planning and Preparation in Protecting Buildings Against Unrest

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In this video, learn about the importance of planning in protecting public buildings and preparing to manage incidents of violent civil unrest. https://securityindustry.wistia.com/medias/mqf6r8l457 On April 28, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted Part 1 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, the nation’s premier government security conference connecting government, security and technology. This daylong virtual conference featured…

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A Smarter, Safer Approach to Hospital Security

Hospital security is tricky. A medical center should be a place of healing and provide a welcoming atmosphere, but the reality is that hospitals and medical campuses create environments that are difficult to monitor and secure and regularly experience violence. Hospital security teams have a tough job – provide a safe environment, while largely remaining…

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SIA New Member Profile: Fingerprint Cards AB

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Fingerprint Cards AB is a leading biometrics company whose solutions are found in hundreds of millions of devices and applications and used billions of times each day. Fingerprints is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with engineering, sales and support personnel in the United States, Europe, China and Asia Pacific regions.…

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What Is the SAFETY Act, and What Does It Cover?

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In this video, get an overview of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security program and its benefits to sellers and buyers of security solutions. https://securityindustry.wistia.com/medias/dj892by8ey On April 28, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted Part 1 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, the nation’s premier government security conference connecting government, security and technology. This daylong virtual…

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Highlights From SIA's Identity & Biometrics Kickoff Virtual Coffee With DOD, Guest Speaker: Colonel Sundiata-Walker, Sponsored by IDEMIA National Security Solutions & NEC National Security Systems
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Highlights From SIA’s Identity & Biometrics Kickoff Virtual Coffee With DOD

On May 12, the Security Industry Association‘s (SIA’s) Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board (IBTAB) hosted a virtual coffee with industry leaders specializing in producing biometrics and digital identification solutions. The event featured remarks from Col. Senodja “Frank” Sundiata-Walker, project manager, U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Biometrics. During her presentation, Sundiata-Walker discussed how her team…

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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,…

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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…

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