Archive: June 2019
New technology arrives to the security industry
June 28, 2019
SANTA ANA, Calif.—Modern society owes quite a bit of gratitude to the Ancient Greeks, whose inventions and discoveries are still used today — the alarm clock, automatic doors, Olympics, modern philosophy and more. Yet, if the Ancient Greeks were still in existence, they too, would more than likely also feel a sense of gratitude toward modern society for keeping their myths alive.Because these stories delve into the lives of deities, heroes and mythological creatures, creating a way for...
ADT Commercial acquires in Michigan
June 28, 2019SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla.—ADT continues expanding its commercial capabilities and geographic reach via Red Hawk Fire & Security, ADT Commercial with the asset purchase agreement of Security Corporation, a commercial security integrator headquartered in Detroit, with offices in Novi (Detroit), Mich. and Columbus, Ohio.“This strategic acquisition is the latest in a series of efforts to continue driving our commercial business to the next level, giving us an opportunity to reach our customers with...
Vivint Smart Home introduces zero-down financing for property owners and managers
June 28, 2019SSN Staff
PROVO, Utah—Vivint Smart Home recently introduced zero-down financing to help property owners and managers add smart home technology to their multifamily developments with no upfront cost. This is the first zero-down financing option for a comprehensive multifamily smart home solution, making it easier than ever to add smart home capabilities to both new and existing properties.Vivint offers a comprehensive suite of smart home products designed for rental and multi-family properties. Smart...
You decide: should 9-1-1 telecommunicators be classified as a “Protective Service Occupation?”
June 26, 2019Ginger Hill
Being a part of the security industry as a journalist, it intrigues me as to the wealth of security-related knowledge floating around out there in cyberspace, magazine articles, books, newspapers, tv — any and all media outlets really. Take just a moment and think about this: at any given time, we can access information via our smart devices about any topic we choose. Seriously, let that soak in for a minute...
The conclusion? Knowledge is power, as the saying goes; there's even a Twitter...
Demand for cloud-based solutions within security growing
June 26, 2019Paul Ragusa
One of the top themes at ISC West 2019 this past April was the increased adoption of cloud-based services, products and solutions. This month's News Poll looked to gauge how the cloud is being adopted within security today, asking readers if they have seen the use of cloud-based solutions increasing.
Not surprisingly, 76 percent of respondents said they “get asked more and more,” for cloud-based solutions, while another 18 percent said they “see a slight uptick in interest.”...
B Safe Security acquisitions affect over 20,000 people in the Delaware/N.J. area
June 25, 2019
WILMINGTON, Del.—To further serve established and prospective clients, B Safe Security, a regional provider of security and fire alarms in the Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania areas that publicly does business as B Safe Security, recently announced its acquisition of Securitech, Inc. of Wilmington, Del. and DC Security Systems of Toms River, N.J. John Colehower of Mergers & Acquisitions, LLC facilitated these acquisitions.“The purchase of these two companies gives B Safe,...
ESA launches new, customizable, member-only Training as a Service (TaaS) to fast-track new hires
June 24, 2019
DALLAS—ESA's National Training School launched Training as a Service (TaaS), a customizable, industry-professional-designed, member-only learning experience, offering two tracks to assist security professionals in developing needed work skills.The ESA Systems Technician path, designed for professionals with 0-6 months of experience, focuses on core industry knowledge, safety and employability skills while the Specialist path is designed for professionals with 6-18 months of experience, and...
Guardian Protection teams up MiLB, becomes official smart home security partner
June 21, 2019SSN Staff
PITTSBURGH and ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—Security solutions provider, Guardian Protection, recently announced a new partnership with Minor League Baseball (MiLB) to become the “Official Smart Home Security Partner of MiLB” and the “Preferred Partner” of targeted MiLB teams across the country.Guardian and MiLB will also team up to support the Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation that provides services to youth traumatized by exposure to violence by empower them to live healthy,...
SIA Statesman Award winners honored for their work
June 20, 2019
SILVER SPRING, Md.—“ And the rest, they say, is history.” This is one of my most favorite quotes as it depicts a positive continuation of something that originated in the past. A prime example is the SIA Statesman Award.Concepted years ago, and brought into fruition in 2006, “creation of the SIA Statesman Award followed a decision to become much more engaged in government affairs efforts, including the launch of the annual SIA GovSummit conference in Washington, D.C.,”...
Mission 500 announces new board of director members
June 20, 2019SSN Staff
MIAMI—Mission 500, a non-profit charitable organization focusing on the security industry and dedicated to serving children and communities in need across the U.S., recently announced the addition of five new board of director members.Ken Gould of Ken Gould Consulting has been elected Chairman of the Board. Gould is a former president of the NYFAA and the MBFAA, sits on the Foundation Board for North Shore LIJ Staten Island University Hospital, is on the ESA Board of Directors, is a former...