Dealers and Integrators

NBFAA Announces 2007 Leadership Award Winners

October 4, 2007

The winners of the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association’s (NBFAA) 2007 Leadership Awards were revealed recently during the association’s annual luncheon.


Hackett Security Purchases P & L Products

October 3, 2007

Hackett Security, a St. Louis area security systems company, announced the purchase of P & L Products, a St. Louis-based system integrator specializing in video imaging, time and attendance, access control, CCTV cameras and security systems, at the recent ASIS show.


NAPCO Creates Video Technologies And Services Division

October 3, 2007

NAPCO Security Group recently announced the creation of its Video Technologies and Services Division.


Back to School

By Fredrik Nilsson · October 2007

Training becomes a top priority as network surveillance advances

It seems that life in the 21st century is all about the digital revolution—from talking cars to multitasking smart phones to high-definition digital television sets. Perhaps one of the biggest reality checks of this digital age is the additional training required for professionals who sell, install or even repair such devices to remain competent in their fields. Without continuing education, thousands of professionals and technicians lose work.


Podcast: Cisco Systems

October 2007

Ralph Jensen, editor of Security Products magazine, interviews Bill Stuntz, vice president and general manager of the physical security business unit at Cisco Systems.


The Integrator's Voice

By Leslie Stevens · October 2007

Systems integrators find success going it alone

Some business owners start their company by themselves, some take over from a previous owner and others work with a business partner. From time to time, and for different reasons, integrators need to restart their business. One common reason for restarting a business is the separation of two partners. This month's "Dealer Spotlight" examines how Jeff Harrington, of Statesville, N.C.-based Integrated Home Solutions, successfully restarted his company in a new location after separating from his former partner.


ASIS: Sanyo Plans To Cut Prices

By Ralph C Jensen · September 25, 2007

ASIS: Sanyo Plans To Cut Prices

Sanyo announced late Monday night the company plans to cuts prices to dealers by an average of 4 percent.


Podcast: Lenel

September 25, 2007

On the first day of ASIS 2007, Security Products editor Ralph Jensen talks to Josh Phillips, director of strategic alliances at Lenel, about the company’s partner program and some of products being presented at the show.


Alarm Associations Pledge Cooperation After Dallas Repeals Controversial Policy

September 19, 2007

The Dallas City Council last week repealed its verified response burglar alarm policy, meaning police officers will again respond to all commercial alarm calls.


IQ Certification Supports SIAC With Donation

September 19, 2007

Based on an appeal from the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association, the IQ Certification program has donated $500 to the Security Industry Alarm Coalition.


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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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