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Home » Authors » Maggie McFadden

Maggie McFadden

SDM Managing Editor
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Streamlining Processes in Port Security

Unification and operational efficiencies are the current trend in port facilities across Canada.
Maggie McFadden
August 1, 2016
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Authorized Dealer Programs: What Is Their Impact on the Industry?

Authorized Dealer Programs: What Is Their Impact on the Industry?
Maggie McFadden
January 1, 2015
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A large percentage of security dealers participate in authorized dealer programs,which have evolved to feature more long-term incentives. 


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WORKING WITH REP FIRMS
Leaning on Their Knowledge and Support

Maggie McFadden
April 1, 2008
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Working with a manufacturer’s representative firm can be a needed advantage for dealers or integrators aiming to make their next sale. But what exactly is a manufacturer’s rep firm and
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Heavy Metal
The Allure of Copper Theft and How to Stop It

Maggie McFadden
April 1, 2008
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It seems to be an epidemic, crossing market lines and state lines. It is a problem that the U.S. Department of Energy has estimated is costing more than $1 billion
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Access Control: Sowing Security in Rural Areas

Maggie McFadden
April 1, 2008
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Barns and buildings in rural areas of farmland often are not equipped with phone lines, making cellular or possibly radio-communicated alarm systems a usable option for land owners.About two million
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Situation Management: Armed and Ready

Maggie McFadden
March 1, 2008
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Situation management software allows control room personnel to streamline responses to events and provides a significant level of accountability to staff.An alarm occurs at a power plant — a fence
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A Diamond-Worthy Strategy

Maggie McFadden
March 1, 2008
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The National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), Irving, Texas, announced that Honeywell Security, Syosset, N.Y., became the first-ever Diamond-level Executive Strategic Partner with the non-profit organization. The partnership program,
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Firstline Security Files Chapter 11

Maggie McFadden
March 1, 2008
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Orem, Utah-based Firstline Security reportedly filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on January 25, 2008. Firstline Security ranked 25th on the SDM 100 in 2006, but did not make the rankings
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DEALER CONFERENCE DRAWS 850-PLUS - First Alert Is Ready

Maggie McFadden
January 1, 2008
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This year’s First Alert Professional conference drew more than 850 dealer partners and attendees to the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz. The theme of this year’s Honeywell
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Integrator Aims for Blue Chip Customers

Maggie McFadden
December 1, 2007
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www.securitassystems.com Securitas Systems has acquired PEI Systems Inc., a large electronic security systems integrators in the New York Metropolitan area. Securitas Systems is a worldwide integrator with operations in more
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