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The advantages of reliable on-premises storage include no monthly storage fees

Keys to Meeting End-Users’ Video Storage Needs

Properly sourcing and selling solutions will allow integrators to deliver better security while growing their bottom line.

Derek Rice

March 1, 2017

The demand for video surveillance, combined with continued advancements in technology and resolution, is driving most of the demand for video storage solutions.

Integrators should install wireless access solutions at their own facilities to get more comfortable with their features

Getting Comfortable With Wireless

Security integrators have traditionally been slightly ambivalent toward wireless access control; but end user attitudes, better technology, and increased revenue opportunities make this technology one that it’s time to get to know better.

Karyn Hodgson

March 1, 2017

Wireless technology is hot. From wireless routers to wireless locks, more and more end users feel it is time to cut the cord.

6 Safety Regulations You Can’t Ignore

Proper use of personal protection equipment, ladders, lifts and scaffolding are critical to keeping security technicians safe. It’s also important to follow regulations pertaining to hazardous chemicals, electrical safety, and fall protection.

Joan Engebretson

March 1, 2017

Technicians may encounter a range of potentially dangerous hazards in the course of installing and servicing security systems.

Honeywell Sues to Block Alarm.com, Icontrol Merger

Tim A. Scally

February 28, 2017

Hours after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) waiting period for the merging of Alarm.com and two units of Icontrol Networks ended, Honeywell filed suit on February 22, 2017 against Alarm.com and Icontrol for an alleged violation of antitrust laws.

Honeywell Security & Fire Appoints New President After Paja Exits

February 24, 2017

Honeywell has appointed Michael Flink president of its global security and fire business in Honeywell Home and Building Technologies. He will report to Terrence Hahn in his new role. Flink, who most recently served as ADI’s global president, replaces David Paja, who has left for a position outside Honeywell. Rob Aarnes, who most recently led ADI’s North America operations, has been appointed president of ADI Global.

Barnes Buchanan Conference Examines Growth Rates of MSOs, DIY Sectors

Laura Stepanek

February 23, 2017

There were few surprises, but great detail provided by Michael Barnes in his “Security Alarm Industry Overview” presentation to attendees of the 2017 Barnes Buchanan Security Conference, held February 9-10 at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Fla.

PPVAR Adds Tyco

February 23, 2017

The Partnership for Priority Verified Alarm Response (PPVAR) announced that Tyco, a part of Johnson Controls, has joined the organization as a full industry member. With the addition of Tyco, as well as ADT in September, and long-time industry member STANLEY Security, PPVAR now has the three largest companies in the electronic security sector as part of its 77-member roster.

Johnson Controls Whitepaper Urges Companies to Invest in Cybersecurity

February 22, 2017

Johnson Controls and Booz Allen Hamilton, a management and technology consulting and engineering firm, jointly published a new whitepaper that provides a roadmap for building managers, building owners, contractors and others to act to protect their information.

ScanSource Named to Fortune’s 2017 ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’

February 22, 2017

ScanSource Inc., a global provider of technology products and solutions, has been named to Fortune magazine’s 2017 list of World’s Most Admired Companies. The annual survey is given to top executives, directors and financial analysts, to identify the companies with the strongest reputations within their industries and across industries.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Certifies Rave Mobile Safety Under the SAFETY Act

February 21, 2017

Rave Mobile Safety, provider of critical communication and data platform solutions, announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has formally recognized Rave Alert, Smart911 (the Rave 911 Suite) and Rave Panic Button as qualified anti-terrorism technologies through the award of both SAFETY Act Designation and SAFETY Act Certification. Through this award, key components of the Rave Platform are now on the DHS SAFETY Act’s Approved Technologies list.