In this week's Security News Roundup:

ORR Protection Acquires Compass Fire Protection

ORR Protection Systems purchased all of the business assets of Compass Fire Protection. The acquisition complements ORR’s established alarm, detection, suppression, and monitoring portfolio and strengthens its presence in the Pacific Northwest. Compass Fire Protection’s union sprinkler capabilities in the Puget Sound area also present opportunities for ORR to service its West Region customers in new ways. >> READ MORE <<

SIA’s Security Market Index: Industry Confidence Matches 2025 High

Confidence in the security industry matched the 2025 high this summer, according to the July/August 2025 Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Market Index (SMI) survey, according to the latest results. With 28% of respondents rating conditions as “excellent” and 53% saying they are “good,” the total positive responses — 81% — matched the 2025 high that was recorded in the January/February survey. >> READ MORE <<

Intertech Ci Welcomes Industry Leader Mark Barbaric as Southeast General Manager

Intertech Ci, formerly known as Fedora Intertech, added Mark Barbaric as general manager of its Southeast presence. Barbaric joins the company with more than 22 years of experience in security integration and construction industries, overseeing operations and financial performance. Barbaric brings a strong track record in strategic planning, program development, and organizational leadership. >> READ MORE <<