Tag: Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Knox Lane investment fuels SAGE growth
October 7, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
KENT, Ohio—Knox Lane's acquisition of a majority stake in SAGE Integration is expected to accelerate the company's growth strategy through a combination of acquisitions, technology investments and expansion within critical infrastructure markets.
According to Eric Frasier, CEO of SAGE Integration, the transaction developed organically rather than through a formal sale process. The company had not been actively seeking a buyer, but Knox Lane's interest in the security integration...
Security's momentum is real
September 16, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
As thousands of security professionals gather this week in Atlanta for GSX 2026, the event provides a timely opportunity to reflect not only on what's next, but also on how much progress has already been made.
From artificial intelligence (AI) and remote services to executive protection and convergence, many of the trends that once seemed like future possibilities are now delivering measurable results. The challenges facing the industry remain real, but so is the momentum.
Trade...
Founder-to-Founder Partners aims to level playing field in M&A
July 15, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
SAN FRANCISCO—With private equity continuing to drive acquisitions across the security industry, longtime entrepreneur Rob Chamberlin believes many business owners are leaving value on the table when it comes time to sell.
To help founders better prepare for what is often the largest financial transaction of their lives, Chamberlin has launched Founder to Founder Partners (F2F), an advisory firm focused on helping security and fire business owners maximize company value and navigate...
Pavion sharpens platform-first strategy, eyes renewed M&A push
June 3, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
CHANTILLY, Va.—With its internal platform now largely integrated, Pavion is preparing to reaccelerate mergers and acquisitions, positioning operational readiness and customer experience as the foundation for its next phase of growth.
CEO Joe Oliveri said the company’s ability to pursue additional acquisitions is directly tied to the work it has done over the past several years to standardize systems, align operations and deliver a consistent experience...
ESA launches Industry Research Center, unveils Performance Index
June 2, 2026SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced the launch of its ESA Industry Research Center at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX), marking it as a new initiative aimed at delivering economic and industry intelligence to the electronic security and life safety market.
Research center targets industry visibility
The Research Center, developed in partnership with macroeconomic forecasting firm Beacon Economics, is designed to provide integrators and dealers with data...
Security’s next chapter: Capital, AI and confidence
April 22, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—From accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) adoption to rising private equity interest, security thought leaders say the industry is heading into 2026 with strong momentum - and higher expectations.
That message came through during PSA TEC’s State of the Industry panel moderated by Matt Barnette, president and CEO of The PSA Network. The panel featured experts from capital markets, associations, integration and manufacturing.
Capital...
Security 101 taps Morgan Stanley to fuel next phase of growth
April 8, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101’s acquisition by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners marks a major endorsement of the company’s growth strategy, says Craig Shulman - and a notable first investment by the private equity firm in the security integration space.
Shulman, CFO, says the deal is designed to accelerate the company’s organic growth and support continued mergers and acquisitions, while preserving its local,...
Milestone grows net revenue to USD 340 million in 2025
March 26, 2026SSN Staff
COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Milestone Systems continued to grow in 2025, increasing net revenue by 10% to USD 340 million (DKK 2.2 billion), with nearly a third being reinvested in innovation and fueling new advances in video analytics, responsible AI and cloud technology.
2025 was a year with major milestones and innovations: Collaboration with tech giant NVIDIA on artificial intelligence and video, launch of Project Hafnia and the world’s first compliant data library for AI-training, and...
Security M&A boom spurs need for better seller preparation, experts say
March 18, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—With mergers and acquisition activity in the security industry setting a record pace, Kelly Bond and Marc P. Katz say sellers need to understand the work, timing and preparation required to successfully complete a deal.
Bond, partner at Bridgepoint Advisors, and Katz, attorney-at-law at the Law Offices of Marc P. Katz, have spent years helping owners, dealers and integrators navigate transactions. They’ll share their insights in a session, “The...
Security surge in M&A: Tech adoption, recurring revenue models and consolidation push valuations to record highs
January 12, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—For security companies looking to increase their value, investments in artificial intelligence (AI), the cloud and cybersecurity aren’t optional anymore - they’re the price of admission. That message was clear at the recent Raymond James Security Investor Conference.
“If you’re not investing in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, you’re not just behind - you’re irrelevant,” said Alper Cetingok,...