Reports & Publications

Guide your organization with special reports and publications relevant to the security industry through analyses and audits.

Why Intelligent Audio Is the Industry’s Most Overlooked Advantage

This white paper makes the case that intelligent audio is no longer a “nice-to-have” but rather an essential component of any comprehensive security strategy. It is time to break the silence and listen to what our security systems have been missing.

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The Role of Locked Doors and Access Control in School-Based Active Shooter Events

This study examines the role of door locks and related physical security features in school-based active shooter events.

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ESG Insights for Security Industry Executives

This resource shares 2026 trends for aligning environmental, social and governance with business outcomes, compliance sustainability goals.

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SIA Technology Insights—Spring 2026

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 SPARC Intelligence Report: Guide to Working With Integrators

SPARC Intelligence Report: Best Practices for Working With Integrators

Best practices to help security practitioners take proactive steps to outline the desired operational outcome and clarify their success criteria to hold integrators accountable through standardized processes and transparent communication.

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Corporate Credential Design Guide

Recommended practices for the design and implementation of credentials and badges by corporate security teams: covering physical credentials, identity verification, badge production, data security, counterfeiting protection technology options and more.

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