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SDM Blog presents thought-provoking opinions on industry issues from our team of editors, as well as security industry guest bloggers.

5 Reasons the Education Market is Transitioning from Analog to IP Surveillance

Brian Thomas

February 4, 2013

The recent increase in security threats continues to drive the education market to further pursue surveillance options, and, as that happens, A3 Communications' president, Brian Thomas, predicts schools will choose IP over analog.

Watching “Future Tech” in Action

Heather Klotz-Young

January 25, 2013

Eddie Yamashiro, a technician from Valley Alarm, Sun Valley, Calif., demonstrated all the traits of the “Future Tech” this industry needs to be able to send out to installs.

You Can’t Make This Stuff Up: Destroying Toy Guns to Fight Crime

Heather Klotz-Young

January 8, 2013

Mexico City Mayor Miguel Angel Mancera says at least three of every 10 violent crimes in Mexico City are committed with toy weapons.

1st Female Winner of the George A Weinstock Award, Patty Hartman, Receives Honor Tonight

Heather Klotz-Young

December 7, 2012

Patty Hartman will be the 2012 recipient of the George A. Weinstock Award for lifetime achievement and service to the security industry. But most notably, Hartman, a former two-term president of CAA, is the first female to receive the award.

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Visiting 'The Happiest Place on Earth'

Heather Klotz-Young

December 6, 2012

You can tidy up or rehearse speeches if you want to when you know someone is coming to visit, but you can’t fake genuine enthusiasm.

Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Awards

Stand Up and Take a Bow, Axis Communications!

October 18, 2012

Axis Communications won The Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Award in the Physical Security category for its Lightfinder technology.

End of an Era Gets Cutting-Edge Protection

Heather Klotz-Young

October 16, 2012

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This week, the space shuttle Endeavour slowly traveled through the streets of Los Angeles to its final home at the California Science Center (CSC).

Integrator Shows U.S. Military, “We Care"

Sabrina Gasulla

October 3, 2012

Securadyne Systems just completed a month long company-wide charitable campaign for Operation Gratitude.

Is Vivint Sale Imminent?

Sabrina Gasulla

September 10, 2012

Reuters claimed in a report lthat final bids for the company are due later this month.

Olympics Security

Article Examines London's Security AFTER the Games

Heather Klotz-Young

August 10, 2012

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An article by Bob Sullivan on MSN/NBC explores the fate of all the new security installed for the London Olympics.

2020 Top Systems Integrators Report: Strength in Numbers

Video Intercoms Take Center Stage

Brinks Home Security Announces Bulk Acquisition of Residential Alarm Monitoring Contracts

Cyber Security Opens a New World of Opportunities

Panasonic Security Re-Brands as i-PRO

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July 16, 2020

No More “Business as Usual”: How to Succeed In a New Security Landscape

We are all facing a new normal as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does this new normal mean for your security business? There are steps you can take to get back on track and succeed.

July 21, 2020

Your Guide to Securing the Cannabis Industry

This webinar will educate viewers on becoming the go-to source for the safety and security of Marijuana farms, dispensaries and all of the other moving pieces of the industry — while also providing an opportunity for professional accreditation.

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2020 July

As the cover asserts, security systems integration work is in demand from all corners of the market, giving 2020 Top Systems Integrators boundless opportunities in traditional systems as well as on fast-growing hosted/managed security solutions.

Also in July, insight on how to install Security Locks & Door Hardware, "Top Tech Tips for Security Locks & Door Hardware Installs", and much more.

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5 Reasons the Education Market is Transitioning from Analog to IP Surveillance

Watching “Future Tech” in Action

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