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Tyco Brand to Take on Johnson Controls Identity

June 30, 2017

Johnson Controls, which completed its merger with Tyco in September 2016, announced to customers their plans to transition the brand identity of Tyco businesses, including Tyco Integrated Security and SimplexGrinnell, to Johnson Controls. Johnson Controls now designs, manufactures and sells the products under the Tyco brand, including ANSUL, Grinnell, Simplex, Tyco and many more.

State of the Market: Fire Alarms 2016

In a market that is historically a code-driven ‘have-to’ purchase, small changes can have big impacts; and 2015 saw the continuing of that trend, with strong performance and a very positive outlook for 2016.

Karyn Hodgson

June 1, 2016

For a market characterized as stable, code-driven and conservative, 2015 seemed to be a turning point for many in the fire detection business, marking the true end of the downturn and the return to growth.

State of the Market: Access Control 2016

It was a very good year for access control, with most reporting double-digit growth. But market forces for change are definitely in the wind, such as unification, big data, cybersecurity and so much more.

Karyn Hodgson

April 1, 2016

The access control market has been historically slow to change. Complicated systems, proprietary products, and large card populations have been a tempering force on an otherwise dynamic industry.

Qolsys Platform Approved for Alarm Capital Alliance Dealer Program

March 17, 2016

Qolsys, provider of residential security and smart home solutions, announced that its home security and smart home platform has been approved for distribution in the Alarm Capital Alliance (ACA) Dealer Program.

Jasper & Telular Partner to Expand IoT Solutions

February 25, 2016

Telular Corporation, a global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for commercial telematics and security, and Jasper, a global IoT service platform provider, announced a partnership to deliver IoT services to the commercial telematics and security markets.

Smart Home Revenue Projected to Exceed $2.4 billion by 2018

September 4, 2014

The residential security market will never be the same. In 2012, several MSOs (multiple-system operators) in the USA began offering home automation in conjunction with security which has altered the perception and demand from end-users. Prior to this paradigm shift, the use of a residential burglar alarm system was often a purchase to protect a property and in many cases, an ‘after the fact’ purchase as a result of a break in. While many reasons exist as to why a homeowner may purchase security equipment, the reason is no longer solely security. Many users are looking to add additional features driven by life safety and convenience.

SDM's 2014 Top Systems Integrators Report

While challenges persist, great improvement was seen between 2012 and 2013, and it continues into 2014.

Laura Stepanek

July 15, 2014

Revenue classified as North American systems integration revenue rose from $6.29 billion in 2012 to $7.36 billion in 2013 — even though seven fewer companies are included in the report. However, for comparison purposes, SDM measures the top 100 companies’ 2012 integration revenue ($6.25 billion) against the top 100’s 2013 integration revenue ($7.33 billion).

How to Use an Emotional Connection for Brand Recall

What do Nike, TOMS shoes and Starbucks have in common?

Alex Chavez

David Morgan

June 9, 2014

A home security system with home automation now is much more than security; it connects one’s family with their lifestyle. Your marketing and advertising materials need to reflect that.

Residential Revenue Breakdown: Existing Homes Remain a Strong Market

February 12, 2013

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) asked qualified security installation companies, “What percentage of your firms’ residential sales were generated from projects in new homes versus existing homes in 2011

Delaware Dealer Buys 5 Local Companies

February 12, 2013

B Safe Inc., Wilmington, Del., a 30-year-old regional provider of security and fire alarms to Del., N.J., and Pa. continued its rapid growth program with the acquisition of five local companies in 2012.