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2024 October

This month SDM features the 2024 Systems Integrator of the Year, tech trends shaping enterprise access control, reshaping security with body-worn cameras, and much more.

2024 Systems Integrator of the Year - Chimera Integrations

SDM EXCLUSIVE

Triple Threat: Chimera Integrations' Path to Integrator of the Year

The 2024 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year excels at its three top priorities: employee & community connection; a customer approach with cutting-edge technology; and financial success that feeds directly back into the company and the communities it serves.

Karyn Hodgson

October 3, 2024

The 2024 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year excels at its three top priorities: employee & community connection; a customer approach with cutting-edge technology; and financial success that feeds directly back into the company and the communities it serves.

State of the Market: Fire Alarms

State of the Market: Fire Alarms

Explore key drivers behind the North American fire protection systems market growth, regulatory requirements, technological advancements and new communication solutions.

Rodney Bosch

October 14, 2024

Explore key drivers behind the North American fire protection systems market growth, regulatory requirements, technological advancements and new communication solutions.

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How Tech Trends Are Shaping Enterprise Access Control

Industry experts weigh in on the end user expectations and megatrends — like the cloud and AI — that are shaping the enterprise-level access control space.

Christopher Crumley

October 21, 2024

Industry experts weigh in on the end user expectations and megatrends — like the cloud and AI — that are shaping the enterprise-level access control space.

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Wearable Video Solutions

How Body-Worn Cameras Are Breaking Boundaries

Body-worn cameras are reshaping security by integrating with broader systems, harnessing AI-driven features for enhanced video management, and offering new opportunities for security integrators to meet evolving demands.

Rodney Bosch

September 23, 2024

Body-worn cameras are reshaping security by integrating with broader systems, harnessing AI-driven features for enhanced video management, and offering new opportunities for security integrators to meet evolving demands.

Chimera Integrations

Healthcare Vertical

Chimera Enhances Emergency Communication for UHS Hospital

October 3, 2024

Chimera Integrations recently completed a security upgrade at UHS Hospital in Binghamton.

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DMP Announces New Director of Sales, Southeast

August 13, 2024

With over 20 years in sales and operations leadership, DMP said his strengths are in providing the best customer experiences and growing successful teams through professional development and customer education.

Joe Mac McConnell

Nice Names VP of Security Sales to Lead North American Growth

August 21, 2024

Industry veteran Joe Mac McConnell will spearhead growth and innovation for Nice’s 2GIG brand and security solutions portfolio.

Tammy Cozby

PPVAR Welcomes Everon’s Tammy Cozby to Board of Directors

August 27, 2024

Cozby, vice president of commercial monitoring at Everon, will serve on the PPVAR board as vice president for the alarm industry.

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AlarMax Appoints New Vice President of Sales

August 29, 2024

Ken Cabler is the most recent addition to the management team at AlarMax.

Jim Lantrip

FAST Welcomes Allied Universal's Jim Lantrip to Board of Directors

August 22, 2024

Jim Lantrip of Allied Universal Technology Services brings more than three decades of experience to the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) board of directors.

ESA Chair Kevin Stone

ESA Welcomes Kevin Stone as New Chairman of the Board

August 20, 2024

Kevin Stone, COO of Doyle Security Systems, succeeds John Loud as ESA Chairman, bringing his extensive industry experience to further advance the association and its mission.

acre security

Acre Security Appoints New CEO

August 29, 2024

The board of directors of Acre Security has appointed Kumar Sokka as the company’s new chief executive officer effective June 15, 2025.

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YourSix Appoints Ryan Gregory as Vice President of Sales & Growth

Christopher Crumley

August 20, 2024

Gregory has more than 20 years’ experience in the industry, having spent a large portion of that with Axis Communications.

Securitas

Securitas Technology Launches Apprentice Program in Collaboration With SIA

August 23, 2024

The Securitas Technology Apprentice Program aligns with the company’s key business priority of "Investing in Our People" and reflects a deep commitment to the growth and development of its associates.

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Cook & Boardman Acquires Brymer Communication Services

August 14, 2024

Cook & Boardman purchased Brymer Communication Services, a Texas-based provider of infrastructure network solutions, to bolster its market presence and drive future growth.

Sciens Acquires WFP

Sciens Building Solutions Acquires Western Fire Protection Near San Diego

August 15, 2024

This latest acquisition from Sciens helps to further expand the company’s presence in the Southern California market.

Pye Barker Acquires Phoenix Fire

Pye-Barker Acquires Phoenix Fire Systems, Now Operates in 41 States

September 5, 2024

“Phoenix Fire’s team knows their craft and their customers, and that’s a winning combination for a successful business,” expressed Pye-Barker CEO Bart Proctor.

Altus

PE Firm Apax Partners Acquires Altus Fire & Life Safety

September 4, 2024

Established in 1993 and based in New York, Altus provides a wide range of fire/life-safety services and solutions throughout the Northeast.

Resideo

Resideo Q2 Results: ADI Sales Climb With Help From Snap One Acquisition

Rodney Bosch

August 20, 2024

Resideo’s Q2 financials reveal growth in ADI Global Distribution sales, bolstered by the recent Snap One acquisition, despite overall declines in net profit and adjusted EBITDA.

Carrier Agrees to Sell Commercial & Residential Fire Business for $3B

August 15, 2024

Carrier Chairman & CEO David Gitlin said that selling the Commercial and Residential Fire business is a significant part of the Carrier's strategy to streamline operations and focus on becoming a more agile, high-growth company with a strong commitment to sustainability.

RWDSU

New York State Enacts Law Requiring Panic Buttons for Large Retailers

Rodney Bosch

September 6, 2024

The Retail Worker Safety Act also requires retailers to implement programs to prevent workplace violence and provide training to employees on de-escalation, active shooter drills and emergency procedures.

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Panic Buttons Aid Rapid Response in Apalachee High School Shooting

September 9, 2024

The panic buttons by the Atlanta-based company Centegix enabled authorities to potentially track the exact location of those who pressed them through maps displayed on officers’ mobile devices.

Texas Federal Judge Blocks FTC’s Noncompete Rule

September 3, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission was found to lack the authority to prevent companies from restricting their employees from working for competitors.

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Connect ONE & CANSEC Release New Integration With MAP Access Controllers for Cloud Control

August 17, 2024

Cansec’s Modular Access Panels (MAP), are self-contained access controller boards that handle from one to eight doors and as many as 100,000 users.

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NMC Unveils Mobile Support for Nexus Platform

August 28, 2024

These features are all designed with the technician in mind, streamlining processes and making site management more efficient, according to the announcement.

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Genetec Updates FICAM Certification & Expands Access Control Options for U.S. Federal Market

August 18, 2024

According to the announcement, the certification ensures that government entities can trust that Genetec software meets stringent federal security standards to ensure that only authorized individuals are provided access to sensitive data and facilities.

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NAPCO Releases New Alarm Lock 2025 Locking Solutions Catalog

August 28, 2024

The Alarm Lock Catalog highlights its Trilogy Series and the wireless Trilogy Networx Access Locks, available in standalone, networked, mortise, narrow stile, and exit trim configurations compatible with panic exit bars.

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Telguard Releases Fire Alarm Communicator Compatible With AT&T, Verizon & T-Mobile

August 13, 2024

The solution chooses the carrier with the best signal strength and data quality in the area, automatically selecting it as the primary network

Renova Technology Extends Lifecycle Support for IDIS Americas Products

August 21, 2024

Under this initiative, Renova Technology will support products that are no longer covered under warranty.

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Neenah Foundry Solution Secures Manhole Covers

August 13, 2024

The InfraLOCK Release prevents manhole lids from dislodging during explosive events by safely releasing pressure while securing underground infrastructure.

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ZeroEyes Solution Detects Guns in Small Organizations

August 22, 2024

ZeroEyes One (ZEO) is an AI-powered, human-verified gun detection solution available for deployments ranging from one to 16 IP cameras.

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i-PRO In-Car Camera Enhances Officer Safety

August 12, 2024

i-PRO Americas’s in-car video rear/side camera, the WV-VCR40W is a component of i-PRO’s ICV4000 in-car video system.

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Camden Maglocks Have Refined Finishes

August 13, 2024

CX-91 and CX-92 series maglocks feature a sleek, aesthetically pleasing black finish.

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dormakaba Plugin Simplifies Door Schedule Process

August 21, 2024

dormakaba’s EntriWorX EcoSystem includes a Revit plugin to easily import and export data and drawings to EntriWorX planning.

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ASSA ABLOY Deadbolt Protects Assets

August 10, 2024

Securitech’s life-safety and forced-entry solutions secure companies’ most important doors.

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NAPCO Modules Upgrade Alarm Systems

August 11, 2024

NAPCO offers retrofit and takeover options for its Prima 7-in. super self-contained panel & smart system

Image of Bosch CONETTIX.

Bosch User Interface Enhances Building Security

August 9, 2024

With an enhanced browser-based user interface, no special software is required on the operators’ workstations.

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