In brief: Verkada’s expansion, cyber’s seven deadly sins, Siemens USA’s new CEO

SAN MATEO, Calif.—Verkada has launched four new offices across the U.S. - Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and Los Angeles - and a new international hub in Dubai.  

This expansion comes after Verkada closed its fiscal year with revenue up 30% year over year and an investment from CapitalG, Alphabet's independent growth fund, which valued the company at $5.8 billion. 

The company says more than 31,000 organizations rely on its AI-powered platform to secure their buildings and run smarter, faster operations. 

"Verkada's growth in the past year reflects the massive opportunity to bring AI into the physical world," said Filip Kaliszan, co-founder and CEO of Verkada. "The longstanding investments we've made in AI have enabled us to meet this moment in the market, and most importantly to build safer communities around the globe together with our customers and partners." 

Recent growth highlights: 

• Customer growth: More than 31,000 customers globally, including more than 100 of the Fortune 500. 

• Scale: More than 2 million Verkada devices online. 

• Multi-product adoption: 78% of core customers now use 2+ Verkada product lines and 54% use 3+. 

• Account expansion: The average customer nearly doubles their initial spend within the first 12 months of engagement. 

• Customer satisfaction: Verkada’s product Net Promoter Score (NPS) score as of Q4 was 51. 

SonicWall reframes annual Cyber Protect Report around SMB protection outcomes  

MILPITAS, Calif.—Cybersecurity solutions provider SonicWall has announced the release of the SonicWall 2026 Cyber Protect Report, marking a landmark reframing from traditional threat reporting in favor of the protection outcomes that matter most to business leaders, it says. At the heart of the report: Most small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) aren't losing ground to sophisticated attacks – they are losing ground to seven predictable, preventable gaps that SonicWall has named the Seven Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity. Some key statistical findings from the report include: 

• High and medium severity attacks surged 20.8% to 13+ billion hits. Attackers aren't striking more often, they're striking smarter. 

• Automated bots now generate more than 36,000 vulnerability scans per second, accounting for more than half of all internet traffic. Bad bot traffic alone has surged to 37% of all global internet traffic. 

• IoT attacks climbed 11% to 610 million hits; Log4j alone generated 824.9 million (intrusion prevention system) IPS hits in 2025, four years after disclosure. 

• Identity, cloud and credential compromise account for 85% of actionable security alerts. The stolen password, not the zero-day, is the attacker's weapon of choice. 

• SMBs bear a disproportionate ransomware burden: 88% of their breaches involved ransomware in 2025, more than double the rate seen at large enterprises. 

"SonicWall data reveals attacks are getting faster, and in some instances, they're getting a little more sophisticated,” said Michael Crean, SVP and GM of managed security services at SonicWall. “But the vast majority of the attacks that we're seeing and investigating are basic fundamentals that continue to be missed. The danger isn't that AI isn't working; it's that we're using it as an excuse not to do the things we already know we should." 

The 2026 report continues to draw on data from SonicWall's global network of more than 1 million security sensors to reveal a threat landscape that is growing more precise and more relentless. 

The Seven Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity 

• Ignoring the fundamentals: Weak authentication, unpatched systems, and excessive admin privileges remain the primary attack surface. 

• False confidence: Believing you're too small to be targeted, overestimating control effectiveness, and assuming resilience without testing it create dangerous blind spots. 

• Overexposed access: Overly permissive rules, flat networks, and implicit trust after authentication give attackers an unobstructed path once inside. 

• Reactive security posture: Without 24/7 monitoring and proactive threat hunting, attackers set the timeline. The average breach goes undetected for 181 days. 

• Cost-driven security decisions: Deferring investment based on short-term budget pressure creates costs that arrive later, with interest. A single SMB breach can exceed $4.91 million when downtime and recovery are included. 

• Reliance on Legacy Access Models: VPNs that authenticate once and grant broad network access remain one of the most exploited entry points in enterprise security. VPN common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs) grew 82.5% over the analyzed period. 

• Chasing hype over execution: Buying the latest tools without deploying them completely, and expecting technology to compensate for process gaps, is its own form of vulnerability. Tools don't create outcomes, execution does. 

To learn more about SonicWall and download the complete SonicWall 2026 Cyber Protect Report, please visit https://www.sonicwall.com/resources/white-papers/sonicwall-2026-cyber-protect-report.   

DMP Owners Forum focuses on the power of influence in business growth 

LAS VEGAS—Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) hosted its annual Owners Forum on March 24, one day before the opening of ISC West to a record crowd of nearly 600 attendees. The Owners Forum is designed to provide dealers with actionable strategies to grow their businesses. This year’s theme centered on the power of influence, bringing together world-class experts and industry leaders to explore how persuasion, negotiation and leadership drive profitability. The event was held at Resorts World in Las Vegas. “The Owners Forum continues to deliver meaningful value by connecting our dealers with ideas they can immediately apply,” said Jon Adams, VP of sales at DMP. “Focusing on influence gave attendees practical tools to improve how they sell, lead and grow.” Keynote speaker Chris Voss, a former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) lead hostage negotiator and bestselling author of “Never Split the Difference,” opened the forum. Speakers also included Dr. Robert Cialdini, internationally recognized authority on influence and persuasion; Scott Elkins, CEO of Zeus Fire & Security; Pam Petrow of Vector Security; Tim Westphal of Bay Alarm; and Stanley Oppenheim of DGA Security. The Owners Forum also hosted the Annual DMP Dealer Recognition Awards, honoring top-performing dealers for their achievements and contributions to the DMP network. 

Ann Fairchild named president and CEO of Siemens USA 

MUNICH and WASHINGTON—Siemens has announced the appointment of Ann Fairchild as president and CEO of Siemens USA, the company’s largest market globally. Fairchild, who has served as interim president and CEO since October 2025, will assume the permanent role effective immediately. She will guide Siemens’ strategy and engagement across the United States, where the company employs more than 50,000 people in all 50 states and Puerto Rico and generated $24 billion in revenue in fiscal 2025. “Ann Fairchild brings exactly the right leadership for this moment,” said Roland Busch, president and CEO of Siemens AG. “As U.S. customers strengthen critical infrastructure, reshore manufacturing and continue to expand their AI capabilities, Ann’s strong, steady and collaborative leadership will enable Siemens to deliver greater value for our customers. I look forward to working with Ann to advance our ONE Tech Company program in the U.S., our largest market.” Fairchild served for eight years as general counsel of Siemens USA, overseeing legal, compliance, regulatory, and intellectual property functions, helping the company navigate complex regulatory environments while seizing strategic opportunities. She is a member of the Siemens Corp. board of directors and serves on the board of the German American Business Council, where she brings Siemens’ perspective to transatlantic dialogues spanning policy, diplomacy and commerce. She was also recently appointed to the board of directors of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP). 

Nice expands regional representation with Elite3 Pro and Precision Sales Group  

CARLSBAD, Calif.—Nice, a provider of smart home and business solutions, has announced new partnerships with two manufacturer’s representative firms, Elite3 Pro and Precision Sales Group (PSG), further strengthening Nice North America’s regional support across key U.S. markets. The company says these strategic appointments reinforce Nice North America long-term commitment to the Commercial Integrator (CI) channel by expanding localized sales expertise, hands-on training, and field-level support for integrators, dealers, and distributors. “Regional representation plays a critical role in how we support our partners day to day,” said Donnie McVicker, chief sales officer, Nice North America. “Elite3 Pro and Precision Sales Group are deeply embedded in their local markets and understand what integrators need to be successful - from product knowledge and training to project support in the field. By surrounding both our dealer and distributor partners with additional regional resources, we’re making it easier for them to grow with Nice and deliver great experiences to their customers.” Nice dealers will continue to receive direct support from their Nice regional sales manager and regional technical specialist, with these new rep firm partnerships adding an additional layer of local market coverage and responsiveness. Elite3 Pro will represent Nice North America across Texas (excluding El Paso), Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas, providing integrators with direct access to product expertise, demonstrations, and ongoing sales support. Precision Sales Group will represent Nice North America across Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. 

ADI showcases expanding portfolio, ecosystem at ISC West 

MELVILLE, N.Y. — ADI showcased how its ecosystem of exclusive brands and distributed brands work together to deliver comprehensive, end‑to‑end solutions at ISC West. The company highlighted how customers benefit from expanded products and enhanced services, empowered to design, deploy and support security systems. “ISC West gives us an opportunity to demonstrate how the full strength of ADI comes together – pairing our industry-leading distributed brands with our exclusive brands to create powerful, end-to-end solutions,” said Marco Cardazzi, SVP & chief merchandising officer at ADI. Debuting a new booth layout, visitors explored a wide range of products and solutions, including corporate building, multi-family, health care, education, single family and data center. The booth featured ADI’s exclusive brands such as Control4, Episode, Luma, SunBrite, Triad, WattBox, and OvrC, highlighting the company’s evolving product portfolio to support integrated residential and light-commercial security deployments. Alongside its own brands, ADI spotlighted the breadth of distributed manufacturer brands across key categories, including video surveillance, access control, fire and life safety, intrusion, networking, and more. Distributed brands on display included Altronix, Axis, Digital WatchDog, DoorBird, Farenhyt, Google, Hanwha, HID, Kidde, Potter, Radionix Ubiquiti, and Vivotek.  

Allied Universal launches HELIAUS Gov 

IRVINE, Calif. — Allied Universal has launched HELIAUS Gov, the government-ready deployment of its award-winning HELIAUS workforce management system. Purpose-built for federal and defense operations, HELIAUS Gov delivers the same HELIAUS capabilities – predictive analytics, digital post orders, geofenced activity tracking and AI-powered insights – in a compliance-segregated environment with no crossover to commercial infrastructure. “Federal and defense agencies face some of the most demanding compliance and security requirements in the world—and they have to meet them without slowing down the mission. HELIAUS Gov was built for that reality—delivering out-of-the-box compliance alongside AI-powered workflows and predictive analytics within the proven HELIAUS framework,” said Steve Jones, global chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. The HELIAUS solution ensures continuity of operations, helps security officials anticipate risks and provides transparent oversight. Features of HELIAUS Gov include: FIPS-validated end-to-end encryption across all data in transit and at rest, incident-response playbooks aligned to federal reporting requirements, enabling structured triage, containment and escalation, full data sovereignty, and U.S. persons-only administration. HELIAUS Gov is compliant with NIST 800-171 and has achieved FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency as validated by an independent third-party assessment organization (3PAO), enabling accelerated Authority to Operate (ATO) and simplified handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). 

Honeywell, Rhombus introduce AI-driven, cloud video and access solution 

ATLANTA — Honeywell has announced a collaboration with Rhombus, a provider of cloud-based video management, to expand its cloud-connected security and access solutions portfolio with new, AI-powered video solutions. Together, Honeywell and Rhombus will deliver integrated access control and video management in a single cloud solution that is easy to deploy, scale and manage. "This strategic alliance combines the strength of Honeywell's access solutions portfolio, domain expertise and global reach with modern cloud video capabilities and AI enhancements," said Billal Hammoud, president & CEO, Honeywell Building Automation. "Together, we will offer an integrated, cloud-based solution that innovates while ensuring reliability and system resilience."  Honeywell, through integration and a reseller agreement, will offer Rhombus products through its channel partners and system integrator networks. The companies will also partner on deeper integrations that bring Rhombus' AI analytics directly into Honeywell's access control platforms. The solution is designed for a variety of commercial environments, including retail chains, fitness centers, schools and other distributed sites.  Rhombus products will initially be available through Honeywell in North America before deployment across other regions. 

Resideo introduces Al Smart Search, First Alert/PDK access control integration  

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—Resideo Technologies introduced Al Smart Search available for First Alert CX4 video cameras at ISC West 2026, as well as a cloud-based access control integration between ProdataKey (PDK) and First Alert security solutions. The new features reflect the company's commitment to enhance user experiences and unlock new business opportunities for residential and small-to-medium business (SMB) security professionals. "Resideo continues to invest in our platforms and partnerships to help our First Alert Premier Partners optimize operations, strengthen customer relationships and enhance their businesses," said Ryan Park, senior product director of safety and security at Resideo. "By integrating First Alert security solutions with POK access control, we're opening the doors for united access control and intrusion detection across thousands of installations."  

Alfred International receives Alarm.com smart lock certification  

TORONTO—Alfred International, designer and manufacturer of secure, modern smart locks for residential and multifamily environments, announced that its ML2 Smart Mortise Lock, DB2S, and DB1 Pro Smart Deadbolt Series - each built on Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) 800 Series technology - have earned certification from Alarm.com. The certification expands Alfred’s compatibility with one of the most widely deployed and trusted smart security platforms in North America and reinforces the company’s leadership in delivering scalable, interoperable access control solutions. In addition, the certification validates Alfred’s implementation of the latest generation of Z-Wave technology, delivering measurable improvements in wireless range, network reliability, scalability, and power efficiency. By certifying multiple smart lock platforms on ZWLR 800 Series simultaneously, Alfred expands the practical deployment options available to integrators, builders, and property managers working across single-family, multifamily, and mixed-use environments. “Interoperability and flexibility have always been core pillars of our product strategy,” said Brad Cook, head of product & integrations at Alfred International. “Alarm.com certification validates our approach to leveraging Z-Wave Long Range 800 Series technology at scale, while giving our partners confidence that Alfred smart locks will perform reliably across a wide range of deployment scenarios.” With Alarm.com certification, Alfred says it continues to strengthen its role within the broader security and smart home ecosystem. 

Pimloc’s Secure Redact now available in the Microsoft Marketplace 

LONDON—Pimloc has announced the availability of its Secure Redact platform in the Microsoft Marketplace, the unified online destination for customers to buy trusted cloud solutions, artificial intelligence (AI) apps, and agents to meet their business needs. Pimloc customers can now discover and deploy trusted solutions through Microsoft Marketplace, with smooth integration and streamlined management across Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft products. Secure Redact is an AI-powered privacy platform that provides secure, unified redaction, blurring, audit, and intelligence across digital file and evidence formats including video, audio, images, and documents. Developed entirely in-house, the platform has already anonymized nearly half a billion instances of personally identifiable information (PII) and consolidated capabilities spread across multiple tools into a single, enterprise-ready system. Public safety and security teams are now working with volumes of visual and audio data that are too large to handle manually and too sensitive to share without built-in privacy controls. 

ADI introduces Araknis Networks 530 Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Point 

MELVILLE, N.Y. — ADI has launched Araknis Networks 530 Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Point (AN-530-AP-I), designed specifically for professional residential and small-to-medium business installations. Available now in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, the new access point expands the Araknis Networks wireless portfolio. Designed for device-heavy homes and modern business environments such as hybrid workspaces, retail locations, cafés, and SMB offices, the Araknis 530 is delivers high throughput, low latency roaming for growing numbers of connected devices including smartphones, AV systems, MoIP solutions, and surveillance platforms. Concurrent tri-band Wi-Fi 7 performance helps ensure stable connectivity in increasingly congested wireless environments. The Araknis 530 is fully integrated with the OvrC connected ecosystem, designed to allow integrators to remotely configure, monitor, and manage network performance through a single unified interface. Notably, the new Wi-Fi 7 platform is fully backward compatible with existing Araknis Wi-Fi 6 access points. “The Araknis Networks 530 represents a significant step forward for the platform,” said Nima Jamshidi, director of product management – networking at ADI.  “By combining Wi-Fi 7 performance with intelligent optimization tools and seamless OvrC management, we’re giving integrators a future-ready solution that is easy to deploy, simple to support, and designed for the kinds of environments they work in every day.” 

AMAG Technology, SwiftConnect win SIA New Product Showcase Award 

HAWTHORNE, Calif. — AMAG Technology and SwiftConnect have announced that the integration between Symmetry CONNECT 2.0 and SwiftConnect won the Security Industry Association (SIA) New Product Showcase award in the Convergence & Integration Solutions category. The SIA New Product Showcase occurred at ISC West. The integrated solution addresses one of the most pressing challenges facing large organizations today, the companies say: managing identities and credentials across multiple physical access control systems (PACS), often spread across regions, business units, and facilities acquired via mergers and acquisitions. Built to help customers manage one identity across disparate PACS environments, the integration provides organizations with a path to centralized identity administration without requiring a disruptive and expensive rip-and-replace of existing systems.  “Winning the SIA New Product Showcase is an exciting validation of the problem we set out to solve,” said AMAG President and CEO David Sullivan. “With Symmetry CONNECT 2.0, networked by SwiftConnect, we are meeting customers where they are, helping them manage identities across existing different access control systems. That is a game changer for organizations dealing with growth, acquisitions, and increasing security complexity.” The companies say the integration is valuable for large enterprises in critical infrastructure, healthcare, banking, data centers, and other highly regulated industries where centralized management, compliance, and operational continuity are essential. 

Immix, RAD win SIA New Product Showcase Award 

LAS VEGAS — Immix, a provider of software for commercial monitoring centers, and Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (AITX), have announced that “SARA Alive Operating Inside Immix” has been named a winner in the Commercial Monitoring Solutions category at the Security Industry Association (SIA) New Product Showcase (NPS) Awards at ISC West. The companies say this recognition builds on the ongoing collaboration between Immix and RAD, which began with the development of a device-level integration designed to deliver greater visibility, control, and real-time context to monitoring center operators. That foundation has since evolved to support more advanced capabilities, including the ability for SARA Alive to operate directly within the Immix platform and execute monitoring tasks in real time. “It’s meaningful to see this recognized by the industry, especially given how thoughtfully monitoring centers approach change,” said Chris Brown, CEO of Immix. “Our customers are navigating real operational challenges every day, and they need solutions that give them flexibility in how they adapt. This is about enabling them to evolve at their own pace - introducing automation where it makes sense, while maintaining the level of human involvement they expect.” The SIA New Product Showcase Awards, presented annually at ISC West, honor innovative security products, services, and solutions across multiple categories. The Commercial Monitoring Solutions category recognizes technologies that enhance monitoring operations and response capabilities. 

Mission 500 honors security industry leaders and 5K/2K standouts at ISC West  

MIAMI—Mission 500, the security industry's nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting children in need across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, hosted its annual awards ceremony on Thursday, March 26, during ISC West 2026. The ceremony, held at The Bridge on the show floor, brought together industry leaders to recognize individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact through service, philanthropy, and community engagement. The 2026 Mission 500 Humanitarian Award was presented to Fredrik Nilsson, vice president of the Americas at Axis Communications. This award honors individuals within the security industry who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to giving back. The Mission 500 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award was presented to RX Global in recognition of its ongoing commitment to giving back. This award is designed to honor companies in the security industry that make important contributions to those in need. The ceremony also included the presentation of the Chairman’s Award to recognize individuals who go above and beyond in their support of Mission 500. This year’s honorees included Jeffrey Eichenlaub, executive director at Serve All NY and Mission 500 board member, whose behind-the-scenes leadership has been instrumental in the success of Mission 500’s care pack build initiatives. Also recognized: Phil Leverette, CEO of ECT Fire & Security, a steadfast supporter of Mission 500 who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the organization’s mission, both during the 2025 service trip and behind the scenes. Top finishers of the race included: 

• Men’s division: 1st Place: Jacob Erdman; 2nd Place: James Goddard; 3rd Place: Brennen Quigley 

• Women’s division: 1st Place: Cathy Hartwell; 2nd Place: Amanda Hoskins; 3rd Place: Courtney Terlecki 

• Fastest team: Alarm.com 

• Best dressed Team: HID 

 For more information about Mission 500 and its initiatives, please visit https://www.mission500.org/. To view the full results of the 2026 Mission 500 5K/2K, please visit https://results.raceroster.com/v3/events/7e9shuhqpf759tr9?filter_search=.