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SIA provides a virtual library of information for its members to keep track of the latest trends and insights in the security industry.

New SIA Research Examines the Higher Education Security Market

SIA’s newest vertical market report, produced for SIA members by Omdia, examines key market drivers and barriers for the higher education security vertical, how the higher education and K-12 markets differ and how to win business with higher education end users.

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SIA New Member Profile: NATANLife Security

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member NATANLife Security helps entrepreneurs create sustainable companies that run autonomously. The…

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Video: Visitor Management 101 With Sharry’s Kevin Wilhelm

In this video, SIA Proptech Advisory Board member Kevin Wilhelm discusses visitor management and the balance between…

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SIA New Member Profile: Shot Alert

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Shot Alert specializes in fully automated gunshot detection and active shooter…

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Security Industry Association Earns American National Standards Institute Reaccreditation for SIA Standards

SIA is committed to continue developing its industry standards in accordance with ANSI requirements and invites members…

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Security Industry Association Establishes National Security Systems Technician Apprenticeship Program

SIA’s apprenticeship initiative will meet the demand for a highly skilled technical workforce, grow career development opportunities…

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FAST: Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announcing New FAST Board Chair: Kerri Sutherland, Axis Communications

Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Kerri Sutherland as FAST Board of Directors Chair

Sutherland, human resources business professional at Axis Communications, will lead the expert group of security and life…

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Each SIA webinar is archived for a minimum of one year to provide you free access to some of our best programs and seminars. View these programs on demand at your convenience.

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How Thermal Cameras Can Boost the Return on Security Investment

Thermal cameras can enhance both situational awareness and operational efficiency Since the days of analog video, companies…

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How FICAM Revisions Enable New Security Solutions in the Government Sector

Face biometrics now equivalent to fingerprints under FIPS standards For government facilities and civilian organizations alike, establishing…

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Using AI Technology to Mitigate Risk and Enhance Productivity

Software can relieve workers of an increasing number of tasks Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent…

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Contribute to the SIA Center of Excellence

The SIA Center of Excellence helps organizations keep at the forefront of ever-changing market demands by fostering knowledge and expertise among employees, contractors and clients. This online repository of vendor-neutral, vetted information includes on-demand training courses, e-learning modules, webinars, articles and more.

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SIA Physical Security Vertical Market Assessment: U.S. Higher Education

Physical Security Vertical Market Assessment: U.S. Higher Education

This 2023 vertical market report, produced by Omdia exclusively for SIA, provides research and statistics on the market for physical security equipment and solutions in the United States education sector. It examines key market drivers and barriers for the higher education security vertical, how the higher education and K-12 markets differ and how to win business with higher education end users.

 

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Security Market Index: March/April 2023 Edition

With expectations high for the first postpandemic ISC West, and the ensuing business year, the March/April Security Market Index (SMI) survey of security professionals found that 80% of respondents have a positive view of the industry’s current condition.

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SIA Technology Insights – Spring 2023

SIA Technology Insights is a journal produced semiannually by SIA that distills the most current thinking for applying today’s security technologies.

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SIA Physical Security Vertical Market Assessment: U.S. Higher Education

Physical Security Vertical Market Assessment: U.S. Higher Education

This 2023 vertical market report, produced by Omdia exclusively for SIA, provides research and statistics on the market for physical security equipment and solutions in the United States education sector. It examines key market drivers and barriers for the higher education security vertical, how the higher education and K-12 markets differ and how to win business with higher education end users.

 

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Security Market Index: March/April 2023 Edition

With expectations high for the first postpandemic ISC West, and the ensuing business year, the March/April Security Market Index (SMI) survey of security professionals found that 80% of respondents have a positive view of the industry’s current condition.

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Security Market Index: January/February 2023 Edition

Provided to Security Industry Association (SIA) members as a review of current market conditions, the January/February 2023 Security Market Index (SMI) research shows continued industry confidence increasing to a score of 61, up from 59 in November/December 2022, and rising from 52 in September/October and 53 in July/August. An index above 50 indicates that conditions within the industry are largely positive and that security industry professionals are predominantly confident in their business outlooks.

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Security After COVID

In this SIA report sponsored by Maize Marketing, explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the security industry, from new measures like health screening and face covering requirements to the lasting changes as society returns to normal.

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SIA Data Privacy Code of Practice for Video Surveillance

Data Privacy Code of Practice – Video Surveillance

The Security Industry Association (SIA) Data Privacy Advisory Board has produced this Code of Practice for Video Surveillance based on common privacy and security principles to provide manufacturers, integrators and end users with guidance that can be used to inform their development of sound policies and best practices that mitigate privacy risks while leveraging the power of video technology.

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SIA Standards Program Policies and Procedures

SIA Standards Program Policies and Procedures

This document provides details on policies and procedures regarding SIA’s standards activities, documents, projects, records, officers, approval flow, patent policy and more.

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Security Cornerstones Learning Series

SIA’s Security Cornerstones Learning Series provides a fundamental overview of the business practices and technologies used within today’s physical security industry.  Designed primarily for novice security professionals, the series includes e-learning modules which drive a go-at-your-own-pace understanding of the technology-based approaches that enhance physical security.