Articles by Karyn Hodgson

SDM Editor-in-Chief Karyn Hodgson reports from Minneapolis on key happenings at Milestone's annual partner conference, including session overviews, major initiatives and more.

SDM Editor-in-Chief Karyn Hodgson reports on insights and highlights from the Security Industry Association’s premier executive conference.

In an era of constant change, this year’s SDM Systems Integrator of the Year organizes big changes like few others — tackling enormous challenges without compromising customer service or employee satisfaction, all while rolling out new offerings, systems and a new name. 

The 2022 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year shows how to do acquisitions successfully 

Diversity is the key to solving the security talent crisis. 

Security integrators had a tough challenge in 2021 and continuing in 2022 — supply chain shortages and rising and/or constantly changing pricing.

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.

The security industry recognizes those who go above and beyond to help prevent and mitigate tragedies like the recent Highland Park shooting.  

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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