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SDM March 2026 cover

March 2026

ON THE COVER:
► Autonomous Security Solutions: The Next Frontier

FEATURES:
► Access Control’s Acceleration at the Edge
► Cybersecurity Is a Video Surveillance Imperative

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Jake Shild of LandSkyAI offers autonomous solutions

Autonomous Security Solutions: The Next Frontier

Industry veterans and pioneers explain why they believe autonomous security solutions like robots and drones are going to be the next big thing in security.
Karyn Hodgson
March 2, 2026

Industry veterans and pioneers explain why they believe autonomous security solutions like robots and drones are going to be the next big thing in security.


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Featured Articles

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Man using cellphone to access building

Access Control’s Acceleration at the Edge

Edge-based access control is gaining momentum as organizations prioritize resilience, privacy and cost efficiency. Here’s why demand is accelerating and how security integrators can capitalize on edge and hybrid architectures.
Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor
Brianna Wilson
March 9, 2026

Edge-based access control is gaining momentum as organizations prioritize resilience, privacy and cost efficiency. Here’s why demand is accelerating and how security integrators can capitalize on edge and hybrid architectures.


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Autonomous Security Solutions

The Robots Are Coming. Look Busy.

Karyn Hodgson
March 2, 2026

For security integrators, the opportunities around autonomous security solutions are only just starting to emerge, but the time to start thinking about it is now.


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Security Comings & Goings

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Grady Medcalf, director of licensing and compliance at Comcast

SIAC Elects Grady Medcalf as New Chair

SDM Editors
January 6, 2026

Medcalf brings more than two decades of leadership experience in regulatory compliance, operations and industry advocacy within the electronic security and life safety industries.


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Ken Francis of DMP

DMP Hires Ken Francis to Lead the Development of Next-Gen Video-Centric Products

SDM Editors
February 13, 2026

Francis is a seasoned security-technology executive with more than 20 years of experience leading global product, go-to-market and channel expansion to commercialize cloud and vision-AI solutions. 


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Wayne Smith, President and CEO of TSi

Wayne Smith to Succeed Darryl Keeler as CEO of TSi in 2026

SDM Editors
January 7, 2026

As CEO, Smith will oversee the company’s strategic initiatives, national operations and continued investment in employee ownership, quality standards and innovation including AI readiness, cybersecurity alignment and managed services growth. He was recently appointed to the FAST board of directors.


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Insider News & Business

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Everon Surveillance Monitoring

Everon Launches Active Video Monitoring Services for Proactive Threat Detection & Response

SDM Editors
January 29, 2026

The expanded suite of remote video monitoring services includes solutions for faster, more effective response to help deter crime before it escalates.


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Brivo 2026 Video Surveillance Report

Brivo Unveils 2026 Trends in Video Surveillance Report

SDM Editors
January 28, 2026

Trends related to privacy, government regulations, AI and public safety present new opportunities for business owners, according to this year’s findings.


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Applications for 2026 TMA/SDM Excellence Awards Open

SDM Editors
January 21, 2026

Eligible members of TMA may enter to win awards in the following categories: Monitoring Center of the Year [Enterprise, SBM and GSOC], Monitoring Center Manager of the Year, Monitoring Center Operator of the Year and Monitoring Center Support Person of the Year.


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AiN Group Live & Learn - Michael Barnes Keynote

Security’s Next Growth Cycle is Here: Recapping AiN Group’s 2026 Live & Learn

Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor
Brianna Wilson
January 28, 2026

From a steady economy to emerging opportunities in video, fire and outdoor living, Live & Learn 2026 delivered a clear message: the industry’s next growth cycle is underway.


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Products

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Kwikset Wi-Fi Smart Lock for Hubspace

Kwikset’s New Wi-Fi Deadbolt Enables Smart Residential Security

SDM Editors
January 7, 2026

The new Wi-Fi smart lock, developed exclusively for Hubspace, expands Kwikset’s connected residential security portfolio.


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NAPCO StarLink MAX

NAPCO’s New StarLink Connect MAX Simplifies Upgrades, Takeovers & RMR

SDM Editors
January 12, 2026

The new StarLink Connect Series expands its capabilities further by supporting native panel up/downloading for panel manufacturers while also enabling full system control through the Gemini Smart App. This combination allows dealers to remotely program, manage and service systems while providing end users with virtual keypad control, system status visibility and optional SMS alerts.


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AMAG Symmetry CONNECT 2.0 v01

AMAG Technology’s Symmetry CONNECT 2.0 Streamlines Business Operations

SDM Editors
January 20, 2026

AMAG Technology partnered with SwiftConnect, provider of the connected access network for places and spaces, to offer a dynamic physical identity and access management system that allows streamlined identity management across multiple access systems.


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Technology Solutions & Skills

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AMG & Genetec Integration

AMG Products Now Officially Certified for Use in Genetec Security Center

SDM Editors
January 29, 2026

AMG integrated into the Genetec Security Center provides Genetec users with insights and control over AMG industrial or commercial-grade switches.


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BOS Security VirtuGuard Logo

VirtuGuard is UL Listed for Managed Video Monitoring Services

SDM Editors
January 26, 2026

VirtuGuard completed the UL monitoring station certification process, which includes an evaluation of the facility and equipment, an assessment of the monitoring service offerings and annual audits to verify continued compliance.


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Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions Simplifies OnCAFE Platform

Altronix Partners With Hanwha Vision to Support New Access Control Offering

SDM Editors
January 28, 2026

This integration simplifies access system layout and wiring, reducing installation and labor costs.


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