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ARTICLES

April Maloney, Guardian Protection
SDM Exclusive

State of the Market: Security’s ‘Sixth Sense’ Drives Intrusion & Smart Home

Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor
Brianna Wilson
June 1, 2026

The security and smart home market is experiencing forward momentum, with an uptick in demand for updated systems integrating AI for proactive security and convenient lifestyle. Dealers’ success hinges on keeping up with technology and presenting their value proposition against DIY solutions.


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SDM State of Security eBook cover

eBook: SDM State of Security

June 26, 2025

In this ebook you will find summary articles for all five reports, from the 2025 Industry Forecast to the most recent State of the Market Intrusion & Smart Home, with the last (fire) from the 2024 report, published last October. Each contains links back to the original report for more in-depth coverage of the topic.


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John Loud, president, LOUD Security Systems
SDM Exclusive - Part 2

State of the Market: The Future of Intrusion & Smart Home

Intrusion and smart home experts weigh in on the future of these markets amid the transformative power of predictive AI and tariff troubles.
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Christopher Crumley
June 9, 2025

Intrusion and smart home experts weigh in on the future of these markets amid the transformative power of predictive AI and tariff troubles.


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John Loud, president, LOUD Security Systems
SDM Exclusive - Part 1

State of the Market: Intrusion & Smart Home Stay Steady Amid Unease

Intrusion and smart home experts weigh in on the impact of the American economy and the transformative power of predictive AI.
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Christopher Crumley
June 2, 2025

Intrusion and smart home experts weigh in on the impact of the American economy and the transformative power of predictive AI.


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Intrusion Alarms

Intrusion in the Age of loT

It starts with security. Who knows where it will end?
Deborah O’Mara
March 17, 2025

It starts with security. Who knows where it will end?


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Bryan Cipoletti

State of the Market: How Smart Home Integration Fuels the Security Market

Industry insiders from leading companies elucidate how smart home integration and shifting consumer preferences are driving growth and future trends in the residential security market.
Rodney Bosch
Rodney Bosch
August 5, 2024

Industry insiders from leading companies elucidate how smart home integration and shifting consumer preferences are driving growth and future trends in the residential security market.


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Defining Smart Home Trends for Security Dealers in 2024

Lew Brown
Lew Brown
February 15, 2024

Research continues to show that tenants both want and expect smart home technology from their rental properties and security solutions are some of the most prioritized.


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Women setting up Google Nest
Security Monitoring & Services

DIY/DIWM: Threat or Benefit to Security Dealers?

SDM taps into the expertise of security professionals to gain insight into the growing DIY/DIWM vertical, and whether they see it as a threat or a benefit to traditional dealers.
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Christopher Crumley
February 12, 2024

SDM taps into the expertise of security professionals to gain insight into the growing DIY/DIWM vertical, and whether they see it as a threat or a benefit to traditional dealers.


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Michael Barnes

Alarm & Monitoring Industry Enjoying Overall 7% Growth, Says Barnes

Rodney Bosch
Rodney Bosch
December 11, 2023

The Electronic Security Association (ESA) presented a virtual town hall recently during which Michael Barnes presented an alarm industry update that, for the most part, signaled a rising tide, post pandemic.


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SDM EXCLUSIVE // State of the Market: Security & Smart Home

State of the Market: Exploring the Evolving Landscape of Security & Smart Home Market

Opportunity and volatility abound as customers move beyond traditional security for solutions that can be customized to fit their unique needs.
Rodney Bosch
Rodney Bosch
August 14, 2023

As the security and smart home market continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the convergence of technology and security has sparked a surge in innovative products and services, each promising enhanced safety, convenience and peace of mind.


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