Creating Standards for the Security Industry
At the Security Industry Association (SIA), we're at the forefront of shaping industry standards, spanning from perimeter security to cutting-edge audio and intelligent communications. Our meticulously crafted ANSI-accredited standards are designed to foster seamless interoperability and facilitate critical information sharing within the sector. Through collaborative efforts, our members lend their expertise, offer valuable feedback and provide insightful commentary, driving innovation and excellence in the industry.
Get Involved With SIA Standards
SIA's standards activities are led by volunteers who are members just like you. Our volunteers bring passion and technical and industry know-how to bear in our committees and activities. Contact SIA Standards Director Cameron Walker-Miller or SIA Standards Senior Manager Adom Yusuf to learn more.
OUR cOMMITTEES, aDVISORY bOARDS AND wORKING GROUPS
- Standards Committee
- Built Environment Advisory Board
- Cybersecurity Advisory Board
- Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board
- Audio & Intelligent Communications Subcommittee
- Intrusion Subcommittee
- Perimeter Security Subcommittee
- SIA New Products and Solutions Awards Committee
- SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol Technical Subcommittee
- Video and Vision Subcommittee
- Security Industry Standards Council
- Architectural Graphics Working Group
The Value of Standards
Get to Know SIA's Standards
With decades of experience and leadership producing standards that impact solutions ranging from access control to video surveillance, SIA's standards help move the industry forward. Our at-a-glance list of our current and past standards will help guide you to our projects.
Help SIA Track Relevant Industry Standards and Related Organizations
SIA is in the process of updating its list of industry standards and technical organizations/alliances/coalitions. The aim is to explore mutually beneficial collaboration opportunities, including potential joint content generation and standards development activities. Feel free to share any recommendations via email with Adom Yusuf, SIA's senior manager of standards and technology, at ayusuf@securityindustry.org.
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