Articles by Laura Mazzuca Toops
SDM EXCLUSIVE // State of the Market: Security & Smart Home
To Security & Beyond: Smart Homes Get Smarter
Customer demand for smart home security systems grew during the pandemic, and with more integrated conveniences available than ever before, shows no sign of slowing down.
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Video Surveillance & Cyber Risk: More Devices, More Problems?
While sophisticated IP cameras are capable of doing more than ever, they can also be more vulnerable to hacking — and vendors, integrators, and customers must all be vigilant to keep things safe.
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Access Control
Managed Access Control Tops the List of Cloud-Based Services
Customers like it for the ability to hand off system maintenance to the professionals; integrators like it for the RMR and customer retention
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SDM EXCLUSIVE // State of the Market: Access Controls
Access Control is Opening Doors to More Than Security
Once relegated to simple locks and card reader panels, access control is assuming a starring role in overall business operations and security integrators are capitalizing on this trend.
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ACCESS CONTROL
Plugging the Security Gaps in Access Control Systems
Technological advances designed to improve access control can also invite cyber breaches. Here’s how integrators and manufacturers are teaming up to safeguard their customers.
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Security Services
Revving Up Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR)
Security integrators that grow their recurring monthly revenue can stabilize income, improve customer relationships, and increase business valuation. What’s not to love?
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SDM EXCLUSIVE
State of the Market: Video Surveillance
In spite of some major drawbacks, the market for video surveillance grew significantly from 2020 to 2021, and observers expect more of the same in 2022 and beyond.
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