Reports & Publications

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

SIA federal policy priorities

2019 SIA Federal Policy Priorities

The Security Industry Association is actively tracking a wide range of policy issues for its members, including workforce development, cybersecurity and school safety.

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IDC Market Spotlight Whitepaper on Procurement of Drones and Robotics

Market Spotlight: Procurement of Robots, Drones and Other Next-Generation Security Technology

In this research report produced by respected firm IDC exclusively for SIA member access, you’ll learn about procurement of drones and robotics technologies for security applications, including the following topics:

  • Four Keys to Evolving the Security Technology Procurement Process
  • Operational Environment Considerations When Procuring Robots and/or Drones
  • Key Considerations When Evaluating Security Robotics and Engaging in Vendor Selection
  • Benefits of Deploying Next-Gen Technologies in Security Operations
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Face Facts: Dispelling Common Myths Associated With Facial Recognition Technology

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Security Market Index May 2019

Security Market Index: May 2019 Edition

Provided to SIA members as a review of current market conditions, the May 2019 Security Market Index (SMI) shows that confidence in the security industry is bouncing back after a dip in March.

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Spring 2019 SIA Technology Insights

SIA Technology Insights – Spring 2019

In every issue of SIA Technology Insights, we try to look to the cutting edge (and sometimes even to the bleeding edge) of security technology, to ensure you stay current with the steady whir of technology change. This edition examines the new world of security, where everything is online, machines are learning to perform tasks and threats can come from anywhere in the world.

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Security Market Index

Security Market Index: March 2019 Edition

Provided to SIA members as a review of current market conditions, the March 2019 Security Market Index shows the security industry slightly down but steady in 2019. New product introductions, product and service sales and new orders are driving overall confidence in the security industry, as optimism in those three areas keep the March index at 60, down from the 54 index reported for both January 2019 and November 2018.

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