Tag: PSA TEC
A better RMR: ‘AI allows integrators to move from reactive maintenance’
April 29, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—Artificial intelligence (AI) fuels recurring monthly revenue (RMR) opportunities, experts say, turning it into the foundation for predictable growth, operational stability and higher valuations for systems integrators.
That was the core message from Joelle Grunblatt, COO of Ai‑RGUS, and Jamie Vos, president of Security Solutions Northwest, during a recent session at PSA TEC.
“AI allows integrators...
scDataCom, SAGE Integration take top honors at Integrator of the Year Awards
April 24, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—scDataCom claimed the Bill Bozeman Award and SAGE Integration was named Large Integrator of the Year as Security Systems News and PSA Security Network recognized the industry’s top-performing integrators during a reception at PSA TEC 2026.
The awards were presented as part of a partnership between Security Systems News (SSN) and PSA, now in its fifth year. The Bill Bozeman Award honors an integrator whose impact extends beyond its own growth to help elevate the broader security...
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...
Integrators take center stage at PSA TEC
April 21, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
Each year, there are a handful of industry events I genuinely look forward to - not just because of the conversations that happen on the show floor, but because of who the event is truly built for. PSA TEC is one of those events.
Taking place this week at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, PSA TEC – at its core - is an integrator-focused conference, and that matters. In an industry where integrators are navigating rapid technology shifts, ongoing labor challenges 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...
Nominations open for PSA/SSN Integrator of the Year/Bill Bozeman Awards
January 7, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
WESTMINSTER, Colo., and YARMOUTH, Maine— PSA and Security Systems News are calling on the best and brightest security integrators to step into the spotlight.
Nominations are now open for the fifth annual Integrator of the Year and Bill Bozeman Awards -honors that celebrate innovation, leadership, and the integrators setting the pace for excellence across the industry.
Winners will be awarded at PSA TEC 2026 - taking place April...
PrefTech becomes first two-time Bill Bozeman Award winner
April 9, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
HOUSTON—Preferred Technologies (PrefTech) President Shaun Castillo credits his hardworking employees as the main reason why his company is back at the top of the security integration mountain.
At PSA TEC in Denver, PrefTech became the first two-time winner of the Bill Bozeman Award as the overall top security integrator of the year, an award presented through a partnership between Security Systems News (SSN) and PSA Security Network.
“It’s a very rewarding...
Collaborative efforts
March 12, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
I guess someone must have been reading my mind at PSA TEC, because a session I attended this week in Denver touched on the topic of our next Security Insights webcast (which is May 29, BTW. Details to follow).
That topic – the collaboration among integrators, manufacturers, and end users – was addressed during the State of the Industry panel, a session which I always pay close attention to each year at PSA’s annual gathering of integrators.
After all, this annual session features...
Industry is ‘stable’ but needs new talent, experts say
March 12, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—Industry capital investment and workforce development were among the hot topics covered during the State of the Industry panel at PSA TEC 2025.
Moderated by Matt Barnette, CEO, PSA Security Network, the panelists for one of the more highly anticipated sessions at PSA TEC were:
Robert Chefitz, managing partner, Egis Capital Partners;
Ron Oetjen, corporate president, Minuteman Security & Life Safety;
Stephenie Haldane, vice president of end user sales, HID; and
Geoff...
Preferred Technologies, NextGen Security take top integrator awards
March 11, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
DENVER—Preferred Technologies of Houston took home the Bill Bozeman Award and NextGen Security of Exton, Pa., captured the Integrator of the Year Award in the large business category (more than $25 million) during a luncheon at PSA TEC 2025.
Integrated Security Technologies (IST), based out of Waipahu, Hawaii, won the Integrator of the Year award in the medium business category ($6 million to $25 million); and PSLA (Photo-Scan of Los Angeles) Security Systems out of Los Angeles...