Dealers and Integrators

Analog Sunset Date Less Than A Week Away

February 6, 2008

The Security Industry Association (SIA) is advising consumers and businesses to check with their security system providers to ensure continuation of service, as the February 18 Analog Cellular Sunset date approaches.


Milestone User Group Launched

February 4, 2008

Milestone Systems has recently announced the launch of the Milestone User Group.


Leaving a Legacy

By Dave Underwood · February 2008

Industry ready to embrace IP surveillance technologies

Leaving a Legacy

The security industry is clearly ready for IP video surveillance. Network cameras have been around for more than a decade, and they can now be found everywhere. Furthermore, the latest megapixel cameras offer image quality that is not available with standard analog cameras. Network bandwidth is already faster today than it was just a few years ago. Processing speeds on PCs continue to get faster while hard drives and other storage options continue to get bigger— all with the cost of computers, generally, decreasing.


Sound the Alarm

By Jacquellin Faison · February 1, 2008

Find new ways to retain alarm monitoring center employees

Sound the Alarm

If you pick up any local employment guide, you cannot avoid seeing the many call centers with ads that read, “Customer service representatives wanted—immediate hire.” Why are these call centers continuously struggling with hiring and turnover?


NBFAA, The Summit Group To Offer Slate Of Webinars

January 31, 2008

The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) recently announced that the association has teamed with The Summit Group to offer unique security industry-specific business training through interactive Webinars.


Pelco, AMAG Technology Partner To Integrate Digital Video, Access Control Systems

January 30, 2008

Pelco and AMAG Technology have partnered to create a complete product integration of video, access control, intrusion and visitor management, biometrics and other security and building management functions.


Bosch Communications Systems Offers Scholarships

January 25, 2008

In partnership with the NSCA Education Foundation, Bosch Communications Systems will offer two $2,500 scholarships this year in memory of Robert Bosch.


Halifax Group Announces Acquisition Of North American Video

January 25, 2008

The Halifax Group recently announced the acquisition of North American Video, an integrator of video surveillance and security systems.


Speco Technologies Announces Updated Courses, More Certifications In Educational Course Lineup

January 24, 2008

In order to meet widespread educational needs, Speco Technologies has added several new seminars to the company’s educational series.


Dotworkz Launches Online Training Center

January 15, 2008

Dotworkz Systems has rolled out a new platform that extends the reach of its customer service: a live, on-line product Training Center accessible at www.dotworkz.com, complete with real-time video and audio.


Exclusively Online

Rise of the Digital Certificates

Securely exchanging and storing documents and emails has become a necessity across multiple industries. An increasing number of businesses need to exchange data internally as well as with business partners and customers. The question is: How do you do exchange information easily, efficiently, and securely?

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