Comments on Identity Policy “Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Agencies Through Improved Identity, Credential and Access Management”
The Security Industry Association submitted comments on the Office of Management and Budget’s identity policy M-18-XX, prepared by SIA’s identity and procurement policy working groups. SIA supports the draft policy’s consolidation of disparate guidance to agencies to provide a more cohesive and coherent ICAM governance, adoption and modernization.
Keep Reading »Letter of Support for MI HB 5828 and HB 5830
SIA has expressed strong support for MI HB 5828 and HB5830, two bills designed to improve school security across the state of Michigan.
Keep Reading »SIA Joins Coalition Activity Related to Safe Transport of Lithium Ion Batteries
The Security Industry Association, as a member of The Safe Battery/Products Transportation Coalition which represents companies and associations of companies that manufacture, use, and transport lithium cells and batteries and products containing them, has advocated for the enactment of H.R. 4, as reported from the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, without amendment to Section 509.
Keep Reading »SIA Joins with NRF and Others to Voice Concerns over Tariff Proposals
In a letter on April 11 to Chairman Kevin Brady and Ranking Member Richard Neal of the House Ways & Means Committee, the Security Industry Association joined a long list of other organizations representing U.S. manufacturers, farmers and agribusinesses, retailers, technology companies, importers, exporters, and supply chain stakeholders, expressed “deep concern with potential impact of the Administration’s decision to use tariffs to address China’s unfair trade practices and its trade and investment relationship with the United States.”
Keep Reading »Guide to New Tax Incentives for Security and Fire Protection Systems
Take advantage of the NEW $1 million tax benefit by investing in security and life safety measures
Keep Reading »Data Privacy and Security Trends for 2018
This paper, produced by the Security Industry Association’s Data Privacy Advisory Board, explores some of the major data privacy and security trends for 2018 for professionals seeking an introduction to this critical issue.
Keep Reading »SIA and Other Organizations Jointly Oppose “Right to Repair” Legislation
SIA is actively monitoring legislation that requires original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of digital electronic products to disclose proprietary diagnostic and repair information to independent repair shop owners – known as Right to Repair.
Keep Reading »SIA Export Assistance Guide
The SIA Export Assistance Guide was created to assist SIA member companies exploring export opportunities or expanding their participation in trade. This guide provides a listing and helpful information concerning available export assistance programs offered by the federal government, as well as a global directory of industry associations that could offer assistance in navigating the security market in a specific country or region.
Keep Reading »SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board Enterprise Security Recommendations
Recommendations from the SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board for initiating an
enterprise cybersecurity strategy
Beginner’s Guide to Product and System Hardening
The SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board recommends a few basic safeguards to help protect security products, systems and services against failure from cyber attacks.
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