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Georgia Passes Alarm Verification Law

May 23, 2013
As president of Georgia Electronic Life Safety and Systems Association (GELSSA), John D. Loud was pleased to hear that House Bill 59 (HB 59) passed. House Bill 59, with 157 House votes and 32 Senate votes, will be effective July 1, 2013.
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PPVAR Welcomes Sonitrol National Dealer’s Association

May 9, 2013
The Partnership for Priority Video Alarm Response (PPVAR) announced that the Sonitrol National Dealers Association (SNDA) voted to become a member of the PPVAR. The SNDA is composed of 45 independent Sonitrol franchise holders with locations across the United States and Canada.
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PSA-TEC Opens in Denver; Entire Industry Can Benefit from the Comprehensive Training

May 7, 2013
Hurricane Sandy prevented PSA Security’s President and CEO, Bill Bozeman, from receiving the 2012 George R. Lippert Memorial Award last fall when the SIA Security Week Gala event was cancelled due to the hurricane’s devastation in that region.
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People Power

May 7, 2013
More than a decade of treating employees and customers well is at the core of Genesis Security Systems’ success.
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Are Alarm Systems Energy Efficient?

April 15, 2013
Little changes go a long way. Do you know the nuances of making an alarm system energy efficient? Batteries, controls, installation techniques — test your knowledge in this special “green”-focused quiz in honor of Earth Day.
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2013 State of the Market: Access Control

2013 access control sales are being boosted by integration, mobility, managed access and continued regulation.
April 11, 2013

The average access control system lasts 10 years. Additionally, the average customer wants to do more with less within continuingly tight budgets.


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Are Settlement Agreements Admissable as Evidence

April 10, 2013
A question frequently asked is whether a nonparty to an action can be compelled to provide documentation in a lawsuit, when the subpoenaed party claims that the document and its contents are privileged
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Protecting Assets: The Client and the Company

March 19, 2013
Every business needs a solid asset protection plan, protecting both clients and the company. How well do you and your employees know this area of your business?
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The 24/7 Sales Tool

March 19, 2013
We all search trusted and new websites, measuring a company’s value by the products and services offered, their specialties, expertise, markets served, their knowledge, experience, and more. We want providers to prove they understand our needs and will deliver the needed results. If your site does this correctly, buyers will reach out through live chat, Q&As, even picking up the phone and calling! How is your site’s lead-development working?
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Making the Most of Your ISC West Experience

March 19, 2013
We have filled this issue with articles that will complement your trade show experience, leading off with ‘State of the Market: Alarm Systems.’

Spring is nearly here, and with the welcome change of season comes the equally anticipated ISC West trade show. Expectations among attendees are usually high and ISC West never disappoints. Security integrators typically finish the week in Las Vegas with having expanded their professional networks, met with vendors to resolve issues and forge new partnerships, and gained ideas for increasing revenue and improving profits.


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EVENTS

CPP, PCI & PSP Certification Classroom Reviews

9/16/11
Orlando, FL
United States
ASIS certification classroom reviews present a focused review of the body of knowledge for ASIS board certification. Classes are offered annually across the country for CPP, PCI, and PSP applicants. Read More

CPP & PSP Certification Classroom Reviews

4/8/11
New Orleans, LA
United States
ASIS certification classroom reviews present a focused review of the body of knowledge for ASIS board certification. Classes are offered annually across the country for CPP, PCI, and PSP applicants. Read More

Business Concepts for the Effective Security Manager

3/8/11
Boston, MA
United States
ASIS International announces the introduction of a new executive education program for security managers designed to address the scope of business fundamentals and challenges commonly faced by mid-to-upper level corporate security managers. Read More

CPP & PSP Certification Classroom Reviews

2/4/11
New York, NY
United States
ASIS certification classroom reviews present a focused review of the body of knowledge for ASIS board certification. Classes are offered annually across the country for CPP, PCI, and PSP applicants. Read More

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The May edition highlights the 23rd SDM 100 Report which features the top 100 companies who have put security-as-a-service into action. Also featured in this edition, State of the Market: Access Control.
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