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Karyn Hodgson

Karyn Hodgson

As the Editor-in-Chief of SDM, Karyn Hodgson is responsible for the overall editorial direction of the magazine, its supplements, e-newsletters and website. She works with the SDM editorial staff to develop content that helps security dealers and systems integrators operate successful businesses. Karyn represents SDM at trade shows and conferences, and directs exclusive research studies such as the SDM Industry Forecast. She also manages SDM’s Dealer of the Year and Systems Integrator of the Year Award programs. Karyn has an MSJ in Journalism (magazine publishing) degree from Northwestern University, and more than 25 years’ experience writing for and about the security industry. Contact Karyn with article ideas.

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How Mobile Credentials Can Combat Supply Shortages & Help Customers

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Karyn Hodgson
August 16, 2022
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According to a recently released report by HID Global, “The 2022 State of Access Control Report,” there has been an increase of interest in mobile credentials — in large part as a result of the pandemic.


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Editor's Angle

Security’s Critical Role in Tragic Circumstances

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Karyn Hodgson
August 5, 2022
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The security industry recognizes those who go above and beyond to help prevent and mitigate tragedies like the recent Highland Park shooting.  


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SDM EXCLUSIVE

Top Systems Integrators Report 2022: Taking on the Elephant in the Room

In the face of significant obstacles in 2021, top security integrators ranked on the 2022 TSI Report are demonstrating the resilience, creativity and perseverance that keeps them at the top.
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Karyn Hodgson
July 5, 2022
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In the face of significant obstacles, the 2022 SDM Top Systems Integrators are demonstrating the resilience, creativity and perseverance that keeps them at the top.


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Tech Solutions

Hanwha Techwin Expanded Q Series Features Easy Install & Configuration

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Karyn Hodgson
July 1, 2022
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Tech Solutions is a column about new solutions and tech upgrades pertaining to the security industry.


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Key Takeaways From Top Systems Integrators Report

Supply & Demand
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Karyn Hodgson
July 1, 2022
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Recently I had the pleasure of returning in person to one of my favorite conferences, PSA TEC. Consisting of owners and members of the largest integrator consortium in the world, it is a great place to really hear what is on the minds of systems integrators.


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ESX 2022 Brings Industry Together Again

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Karyn Hodgson
June 24, 2022
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ESX returned as in-person event for the first time in two years, offering a slate of educational offerings, networking events, the latest technology innovations and more.


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3 Top SDM 100 Companies Talk Challenges, Successes

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Karyn Hodgson
June 10, 2022
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Each of these companies not only improved their 2021 RMR by double digit percentage points over 2020, but also moved several spots up on the SDM 100 ranking as a result. 


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SDM EXCLUSIVE

Top Brands Among the 2022 SDM 100 Companies

Which suppliers do the largest security dealers use? This SDM 100 brand-usage report details the manufacturers and distributors that earned their business in 2021.
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Karyn Hodgson
June 10, 2022
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The top manufacturers and distributors used by SDM 100 dealers.


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Open Communication & Partnerships Key to Working in Current Supply Chain Climate

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Karyn Hodgson
June 8, 2022
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As the pandemic continues to drag on and businesses and people in general grow weary of the fallout, there is a stronger sense of urgency to get “back to normal” in all walks of life


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Technology is Blooming

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Karyn Hodgson
June 3, 2022
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 It’s summer again, and all the plants and flowers are blooming. But in the security industry something else is blooming, too: technology. If you attended ISC West a couple of months ago you may have noticed a few dominant trends, including 5G, cloud, wireless and touchless readers, and much more.


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