According to a recently released report by HID Global, “The 2022 State of Access Control Report,” there has been an increase of interest in mobile credentials — in large part as a result of the pandemic.

The security industry recognizes those who go above and beyond to help prevent and mitigate tragedies like the recent Highland Park shooting.  

In the face of significant obstacles, the 2022 SDM Top Systems Integrators are demonstrating the resilience, creativity and perseverance that keeps them at the top.

Tech Solutions is a column about new solutions and tech upgrades pertaining to the security industry.

Recently I had the pleasure of returning in person to one of my favorite conferences, PSA TEC. Consisting of owners and members of the largest integrator consortium in the world, it is a great place to really hear what is on the minds of systems integrators.

ESX returned as in-person event for the first time in two years, offering a slate of educational offerings, networking events, the latest technology innovations and more.

Each of these companies not only improved their 2021 RMR by double digit percentage points over 2020, but also moved several spots up on the SDM 100 ranking as a result. 

The top manufacturers and distributors used by SDM 100 dealers.

As the pandemic continues to drag on and businesses and people in general grow weary of the fallout, there is a stronger sense of urgency to get “back to normal” in all walks of life

 It’s summer again, and all the plants and flowers are blooming. But in the security industry something else is blooming, too: technology. If you attended ISC West a couple of months ago you may have noticed a few dominant trends, including 5G, cloud, wireless and touchless readers, and much more.