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Ahead, experts weigh in on who’s ready for the cloud, which verticals are hesitant to go, and how integrators can leverage cloud architecture to build RMR. Additionally, Cassie Griffin, president and founder, Griffin Security and Technology, Columbus, Miss., shares a story of utilizing cloud-based solutions to meet an end user’s unique needs.

Experts explore the pros and cons to processing and storage at the edge, in the cloud, and the advantage to taking a hybrid approach to cloud architecture.

It starts with security. Who knows where it will end?

The vertical presents unique niches with unique expectations — and the opportunity for dealers and integrators to meet them.

Experts weigh in on their top advice when it comes to video surveillance and cybersecurity issues.

A real estate broker filed a lawsuit against an online alarm provider for misrepresentation that it was automatically monitored

The security industry’s significant economic footprint extends throughout the American economy, as shown through a groundbreaking new research report from the Security Industry Association (SIA).

How to effectively market security events from beginning to end.

Social media. You either love it or hate it.

Don't Throw Out the Baby

With over 15 years of sales experience, Alcatraz AI said Rick Nee’s data center expertise will be paramount as the company expands its leading presence in this sector for biometric access control in 2025.

Jay Muelhoefer, the previous chief commercial officer of Evolv Technology, will be departing the company on February 7, 2025.

Lowenstein joined NAPCO four years ago, bringing extensive experience from distribution and competitive manufacturers, the announcement states.

According to the announcement, the new 29,000 square foot U.S. headquarters building has been designed for the evolving needs and expectations of Paxton’s customers and colleagues.

Pye-Barker said it puts significant focus on growing the knowledge and careers of its nearly 8,000 team members, promoting and hiring from within, and opening new career paths to field teams and technicians

This latest version supports more intuitive user management capabilities to make scaling and customizing surveillance resources to the needs of individual operations easier than ever. 

Guests can use key cards, mobile access and digital wallets for additional safety and convenience. Guests can also access all areas with multiple permissions for parking, the pool, spa and other amenities.

The new surveillance cameras combine the strengths of Luma’s existing IR night vision and color-at-night technologies, along with Active Deterrence features to support AI- and event-triggered alarms, notifications, and other responses.

According to the announcement, the certification further demonstrates SimpliSafe’s commitment to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency responses and enhancing consumer safety through industry collaboration.

NAPCO Access announced its new Unified Power Solution, developed in partnership with LifeSafety Power.

According to the announcement, these new AI features address critical security challenges across education, retail, manufacturing, hospitality, and other sectors.