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Chang K. Park Given 2016 CEDIA Lifetime Achievement Award

September 12, 2016

CEDIA announced Chang K. Park, founder, president and CEO of Universal Remote Control Inc. (URC) is this year’s CEDIA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

Forum: Security and the Internet of Things

What opportunities does the IoT present for security dealers? Several experts weigh in.

Joan Engebretson

September 1, 2016

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a hot topic in today’s security industry.

Arteco Unveils Alarm Integration With Contact-ID Plug-In

September 1, 2016

Arteco, a global provider of event-driven intelligent video management solutions, announced the integration of Arteco’s suite of video event management software (VEMS) with Contact-ID, an alarm protocol for intrusion, fire and building automation alarm systems.

Tyco Security Products Kantech EntraPass 7.0 Delivers Wireless Lock Integration

September 1, 2016

Tyco Security Products introduced the latest version of its EntraPass Security Software from Kantech with integration to ASSA ABLOY Aperio wireless lock technology for deeper door density and reduction of wiring costs as well as a new Connected Partner Program for integration with third-party partner technologies for a more holistic solution.

ProdataKey Introduces Wireless Managed Access Platform

September 1, 2016

ProdataKey’s pdk io is the latest development in the company’s wireless access control portfolio, giving dealers and integrators the capacity to do a true cloud-based managed access offering.

Legrand Announces Complete Schedule of Installer Training Sessions at CEDIA Expo

August 16, 2016

Legrand announced its complete schedule of installer training sessions planned for the September CEDIA Expo in Dallas, encompassing more than a dozen. All of the courses provide continuing education units (CEU) required for qualifying for or maintaining professional certifications from CEDIA and InfoComm.

Smart Home Growth Remains Promising Among Security Companies

Tim A. Scally

August 16, 2016

An initially bright smart home future has been tempered by several hindrances, according to an IHS Markit study, but growth particularly in the security industry remains promising.

Alarm.com Releases List of Top 10 Most Connected U.S. Cities

August 5, 2016

Among cities with populations greater than 500,000 people, Alarm.com did a study to identify the most connected cities in the U.S.

Locked In: 5 Things You Need to Know About Connected Locks

The market for connected locks is rapidly expanding, and dealers stand to benefit from including them in their smart home offerings.

Tim A. Scally

August 3, 2016

Connected locks may get overlooked by some dealers, but as they have begun to grow in popularity, it’s time for dealers to give them prime consideration.