Tag: Jillian Bateman-McIntosh
ESA partners with nFACT on subcontractor sourcing
September 14, 2026SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has launched a new partnership with subcontractor sourcing platform nFACT aimed at helping security integrators address labor challenges while increasing their visibility to potential service partners.
Under the agreement, nFACT will serve as ESA's preferred technology partner for subcontractor search and sourcing, providing association members with access to a national marketplace designed to connect buyers with qualified...
ESA modernizes CAT Level 1 training to address technician shortage
June 12, 2026SSN Staff
FRISCO, Texas—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has launched a modernized version of its Certified Alarm Technician (CAT) Level 1 course, updating the long-standing training program to better align with evolving technologies and ongoing workforce challenges in the electronic security industry.
The CAT Level 1 course, widely recognized by authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) for state licensing, is designed as an entry-level certification for technicians. The program consists of...
ESA partners with Oracle NetSuite to deliver new member benefit
December 4, 2025SSN Staff
DALLAS—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has announced that it is releasing a new member benefit designed to strengthen its value to members and help companies in the electronic security and life safety industry streamline operations.
Through a collaboration with Oracle NetSuite, ESA members now receive exclusive discounts on NetSuite’s collection of cloud-based business management tools, helping them boost efficiency, reduce costs and scale for growth.
ESA continues...
ESX extends expo hours to meet demand
October 17, 2025SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas — ESX will extend expo hours at its 2026 event to accommodate increasing interest from security professionals.
The extended expo programming will give security integrators, dealers, and monitoring professionals additional dedicated time to discover innovations, compare solutions, and build partnerships that drive recurring revenue and operational excellence.
“While many shows are seeing increases in end user attendance, ESX has stayed true to its niche and mission...