Planning and Preparation in Protecting Buildings Against Unrest
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…
Keep Reading »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…
Keep Reading »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.…
Keep Reading »What Is the SAFETY Act, and What Does It Cover?
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…
Keep Reading »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…
Keep Reading »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,…
Keep Reading »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…
Keep Reading »Participate in This Quick Poll on Vaccination Requirements From SIA’s HR Working Group
The SIA Human Resources Working Group is seeking input from executives and human resources staff in the security industry regarding policies on vaccination for employees and job applicants. We’ve created a brief survey to gauge how companies are handling return to work and to help SIA benchmark industry plans and practices. Please complete the quick,…
Keep Reading »Relevant Security Technologies Under the American Rescue Plan Act
In this video, get an overview of which safety and security solutions fall into allowable uses under ARP and CARES Act funding. https://securityindustry.wistia.com/medias/al0oc528fv 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…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Gabriel
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Gabriel uses smart technology to provide an affordable and intuitive emergency mass notification platform. The company’s product is deployed in multiple U.S. states and growing rapidly. Gabriel’s development team is based in Israel, and its commercial team is based in the United States. SIA spoke with Jim Watson,…
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