SIA Statement on FCC Proceeding on GPS Alternatives
The Security Industry Association commends the Federal Communications Commission’s commitment to protecting America’s economic and national security and exploring alternatives to GPS. But it is critical to recognize the essential value of security and life-saving technologies to protect homes, small businesses and critical infrastructure. While there is a wide array of PNT alternative technologies that…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Releases New Research on the Mexico Physical Security Market
The report – produced by Omdia for SIA members – shares critical insights on the economic importance of the Mexico security market, examines how technology is changing the market and offers assessments of the industry in Mexico by equipment type, solution, vertical market and region. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Supports California Legislation Providing Retail Security Tax Credit
Modeled on legislation passed in New York in 2024, California AB 976 would offer small retailers a tax credit for security improvements. SILVER SPRING, Md. – On March 24, 2025, the Security Industry Association (SIA) testified before the California Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation in support of California Assembly Bill 976, legislation that would…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Releases New Report on Operational Security Technology
Produced by cyber-physical security experts for SIA, this in-depth resource examines principles, challenges and mission-critical outcomes related to IT, operational technology and security. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released an impactful new resource – Operational Security Technology: Principles, Challenges and Achieving Mission-Critical Outcomes Leveraging OST. Authored by cyber-physical security experts…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Agenda for 2025 SIA GovSummit
SIA’s public policy and government security technology conference will take place May 20-21 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced details for the 2025 SIA GovSummit, SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2025 will be held May 20-21 in downtown Washington, D.C. Each year,…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Welcomes Lee Odess to SIA Board of Directors
SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Lee Odess to serve as the newest member of the SIA Board of Directors. Lee Odess is the CEO of The Access Control Collective (TACC), where he leads a dynamic portfolio of brands that shape how the access and smart lock industry evolves, communicates and innovates.…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Names Boris Stern as 2025 SIA Standards Service Award Recipient
Boris Stern will be honored for his outstanding leadership of SIA’s Intrusion Subcommittee at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Boris Stern as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Standards Service Award. SIA will present Stern with the award at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which…
Keep Reading »ISC West 2025: A Must-Attend Security Event for Young Professionals
NORWALK, Conn. – ISC West, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), is the leading comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S. Taking place at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas from March 31 to April 4, ISC West 2025 is shaping up to be a must-attend experience for young professionals looking to…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Details for 2025 Perimeter PREVENT, Opens Call for Proposals
Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, will be held June 18 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced details for Perimeter PREVENT 2025 – the premier perimeter security event. This year’s event, which examines the critical issues related to perimeter defense for physical environments, including government and commercial…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Presents 2025 Industry Advocate Awards
Erica McCann and David McCarthy were recognized for their outstanding leadership and support of SIA’s government relations initiatives. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Erica McCann and David McCarthy as the 2025 recipients of the SIA Industry Advocate Award. The 2025 awardees were recognized during Security Hill Day, an event held March…
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