Most of the largest security dealers in the industry confirm they were on solid footing in 2014, and their 3.8 percent aggregate growth in RMR proves it. But for many dealers, new competitors are too close for comfort.
Video management systems can provide powerful capabilities — if they interoperate properly with hardware, cameras and other systems. What integrators must know for a glitch-free installation.
Who ever thought power supplies could be a revenue stream? Today’s IP-centric power supplies are smarter, more efficient, and even a potential source of RMR.
The Attrition Measurement Study continues to develop meaningful trends. Results from 2013 —the latest year for which data are available — show that attrition-lost-to-competition increased and residential net attrition rose to a three-year high.
Roughly 10,000 Baby Boomers are turning 65 every day, and will continue to do so for the next 14 years. Couple that with longer lifespans and you’ve got a growing customer base for a PERS business.
An interesting question asked by clients in regard to contracts is, “Can I limit the time in which the subscriber has to file a claim against the company, notwithstanding the fact that the statutory state of limitations may provide a longer time?” A form of the abovementioned question came before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.
When Jason Rivera and Ben Brookhart of Power Home Technologies LLC, Raleigh, N.C., were thinking of ways to generate additional revenue for their growing home security business, they knew they wanted a reliable, low voltage solution that made homeowners say, “I don’t know how I ever lived without it.” They were willing to invest in training, personnel and marketing support if the solution fit.
On a beautiful fall Sunday I sat down to watch my Patriots take the field when I was startled by a creature scurrying across the floor. My own curiosity and a screech from my wife encouraged me to identify the breach.
With outside competition bearing down on the security industry, exposing the expertise of security companies in the field demonstrates how proficient these dealers are in their respective markets.
IP audio and control company, Barix, appointed LineQ as its distribution partner in the U.S. For years, the company now known as LineQ operated under the name of Barix Technology in the U.S., exclusively distributing Barix devices and solutions to partners and end users in the broadcast, security, live entertainment, professional AV and digital signage industries.
Agent Vi’s video analytics software has been integrated on a wide variety of Samsung network cameras to create feature-rich, high-value solutions that increase both video security and ROI.
Exacq Technologies, part of the Security Products business unit of Tyco, integrated with the Brickstream LIVE sensor from Nomi Corporation, an in-store marketing and analytics provider, for a unified security and retail analytics solution in a single platform.
The Women’s Security Council (WSC), a network of successful professionals focused on promoting the advancement of women in the security industry, presented its 2015 Women of the Year Awards at an event held at Delmonico’s at the Venetian last evening.
TRI-ED, an Anixter company, released its 2015 Product Catalog, with more than 250 pages featuring thousands of products spanning IP, CCTV, access control, intrusion, fire, structured cabling, sound, data communications and hardware. It is available at all North American branches, as well as online at www.tri-ed.com/catalog.
HID Global® has partnered with Samsung to provide enterprises with a secure and seamless management and door opening experience via the KNOX 2.4 mobile platform that will be integrated into the new Samsung Galaxy S6 smartphone.
Guardian Protection Services operates its Authorized Dealer Program with the very same values and adherence to company culture as its own employees experience within the company. This was evident during Guardian’s 2015 Partner Conference, held in April at The Wynn, Las Vegas, which was attended by 28 of the 40 authorized dealer companies in the program. The conference gave these dealers an opportunity to learn more about the program as well as market opportunities and industry trends. They met with Guardian’s senior executives, exchanged ideas and solidified plans, as well as networked with other dealers. A golf outing was held and the conference culminated in an elegant awards banquet.
Industry veteran Jay Hauhn was named the new executive director of CSAA International, Vienna, Va. Hauhn assumed his new role, which is the lead staff position of the association, on April 6, 2015.
Vivint, Provo, Utah, a provider of smart home technology, announced it has been named to the inaugural Forbes magazine’s list of “America’s Best Employers.”
Convergint Technologies, Schaumburg, Ill., announced the acquisition of GS Security Systems Inc., Tewksbury, a provider of physical security systems throughout New England and the East Coast.
Iverify, Charlotte, N.C., a provider of innovative security solutions, including real-time remote monitoring services, announced it has acquired Checkview Corporation, Chanhassen, Minn., a provider of loss prevention and security services for national accounts.
On-Net Surveillance Systems Inc. (OnSSI), Pearl River, N.Y., a supplier of video management software in the Americas, signed a definitive agreement to acquire the majority of SeeTec AG, Bruchsal, Germany. As a provider of network-based video management applications, SeeTec provides customers with targeted solutions aligned with customer requirements and industry-specific processes.
Monitronics, Dallas, the nation’s second-largest residential security provider, announced today that it has selected Redwood City, Calif-based Icontrol Networks, for a partnership that will add powerful new products and services for Monitronics’ network of more than 600 authorized dealers.
Guardian Protection Services Inc., Warrendale, Pa., announced that it is now providing funding to its authorized dealers on a daily basis for the accounts it purchases.
A dispute which began in February 2004 between Security Alarm Financing Enterprises Inc. (SAFE), San Ramon, Calif., and the former Secure US Inc., Morgantown, W.V., concluded, with all of the former assets of Secure US being sold to satisfy SAFE’s more than $1 million judgment.
Joel S. Spira, chairman, director of research and founder of Lutron Electronics Company, Coopersburg, Pa., passed away on April 8, 2015 in his home at the age of 88.
The 2015 Southeast Electronic Security Conference (SESC) has ended, and planning has already begun in earnest for the 2016 show at an entirely new venue. According to surveys received from attendees, the SESC was a success. Vendors were pleased with the quality of the decision-makers who attended, and the dealers were impressed with the variety of the products and services on display.
After a six-year absence from the show, Rapid Response is back as an exhibitor in 2015 with a booth that definitely makes a splash thanks to its main feature: a wraparound HD wall.
Acrobats, altered perceptions, screaming, and other absurd occurrences marked an event held last month in Las Vegas. It wasn’t a new Cirque du Soleil show — it was the 2015 ISC West tradeshow and conference held at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, featuring many unique demonstrations and events. This year’s show featured more than 1,000 exhibitors displaying more than 10,000 products, both on a main floor and inside a large-area Global Expo.