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The acquisition brings on additional local teams to Pye-Barker’s national fire and life safety framework to protect life, property and the assets that matter most.

From a steady economy to emerging opportunities in video, fire and outdoor living, Live & Learn 2026 delivered a clear message: the industry’s next growth cycle is underway.

Trends related to privacy, government regulations, AI and public safety present new opportunities for business owners, according to this year’s findings.

Combining The Alarm Group’s local expertise with Pye-Barker's nationwide resources allows both companies to better serve their customers.

The group was formed to expand market reach, streamline operations and deliver integrated high-security solutions across North America.

In 2025, the ECC handled more than 12,000 alarm notifications. With the implementation of ASAP, the center is expected to save telecommunicators between 33 and 133 hours each month, time that can be redirected to higher-priority emergency calls.

The acquisition advances Simpro Group’s strategy to deliver an AI-first operating platform that runs a trade business end-to-end and moves the company decisively beyond traditional field service management.

Security 101, a national provider of integrated security solutions, announced that it has acquired Blackhawk Security, a Honolulu-based electronic security integrator with a strong reputation for supporting high consequence environments and maintaining systems across the full lifecycle.

IK Systems has earned the Great Place To Work Certification for the fourth consecutive year.

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Dakota Mackie and John Nemerofsky as the 2026 recipients of the SIA Chair’s Award.