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May 2026

ON THE COVER:
► SDM 100: Top 100 Security Dealers of 2026

FEATURES:
► Is it Time to Rethink Visitor Management?
► Why Video Health Monitoring Is a ‘No Brainer’

SDM 100

SDM EXCLUSIVE

SDM 100: Top 100 Security Dealers of 2026

The top 100 security dealers navigated a complex landscape in 2025, overcoming tariffs, economic uncertainty and customer hesitation by leaning on disciplined strategy and in-demand technologies like AI and video to drive impressive growth.

May 4, 2026

The top 100 security dealers navigated a complex landscape in 2025, overcoming tariffs, economic uncertainty and customer hesitation by leaning on disciplined strategy and in-demand technologies like AI and video to drive impressive growth.

Video surveillance camera

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE & MONITORING

Why Video Health Monitoring Is a ‘No Brainer’

Video health monitoring presents key benefits for integrators: it seamlessly supports RMR, contributes to customer stickiness, and is a no-stress, low-effort deployment.

Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor

May 11, 2026

Video health monitoring presents key benefits for integrators: it seamlessly supports RMR, contributes to customer stickiness, and is a no-stress, low-effort deployment.

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ACCESS CONTROL

Is it Time to Rethink Visitor Management?

As visitor management evolves beyond standalone systems, security integrators are uniquely positioned to deliver integrated, scalable solutions that enhance both safety and operational efficiency.

Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor

April 27, 2026

As visitor management evolves beyond standalone systems, security integrators are uniquely positioned to deliver integrated, scalable solutions that enhance both safety and operational efficiency.

Geoff Kohl

How Commercial Real Estate Investors View Security

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May 14, 2026

To connect with commercial real estate investors, security integrators need to speak their language. That means leading with solutions, not technology, and clearly articulating the ROI of security systems.

Drew Burch, director of sales and marketing, Pro-Tec Design

Stop Avoiding IT. Start Owning the Room.

Drew Burch, Pro-Tec Design

May 7, 2026

By working directly with IT teams from the jump, not at the end of the process, security sales professionals can work to stop pesky data breaches before they happen — and get approval for security systems faster.

Security Law

When a Manufacturer’s Problem Becomes Your Customer’s Problem

Lessing E. Gold

May 4, 2026

A security dealer sued an alarm manufacturer when a defective model kept causing false alarms for end customers.

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SDM 100 REPORT

The Strategists

May 4, 2026

This year’s top 100 security dealers shared how they had to be strategic to overcome outside challenges and pressures.

Dave Smith, CFO, Vector Security

Vector Security Hires David G. Smith as Chief Financial Officer

March 31, 2026

An experienced financial leader, Smith will support disciplined growth, operational excellence and long-term value creation.

Everon Appoints Jay Robertson as Chief Business Operations Officer

March 10, 2026

This new executive leadership role strengthens Everon’s customer-facing operations and centralizes core functions to accelerate agility and growth.

SIA New Chair Executive Committee Board Members Banner 2026

Security Industry Association Announces New Board of Directors Chair, Executive Committee & Board Members

March 30, 2026

The SIA Executive Committee for 2026 includes Mike Mathes of Convergint, Scott Dunn of Dunn Strategic Advisory, Dave Ilardi of Allegion, John Nemerofsky of SAGE Integration and Tara Dunning of Wesco.

Convergint - The Path to Intelligent Security Report Cover

Convergint: Can You Lead the Significant Shift in Physical Security Tech? (Yes, it’s AI.)

March 30, 2026

Convergint’s “The Path to Intelligent Security” framework outlines five levels for advancing AI-enabled security operations: detect, describe, explain, recommend and act.

Attendees of the SIA Awards at ISC West 2026

Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2026 SIA New Products & Solutions Awards

March 30, 2026

Ones Technology took the top honor in SIA’s annual award program recognizing innovative security products in partnership with ISC West.

ISC West Sign

ISC West 2026 Was About Connections

Brianna Wilson, Managing Editor

April 1, 2026

In every corner of ISC West, convergence, cybersecurity, cloud and, of course, AI were the common keywords. But at its heart, this show was truly about connections, whether connecting technologies together under “one pane of glass,” connecting IT and physical security, connecting with customers or just connecting with one another to share ideas.

HID Visitor Management - Hospital

HID Visitor Manager for Healthcare Helps Hospitals Improve Clinician & Patient Safety

March 5, 2026

From visitor management to real-time location and secure mobile data capture, HID aims to address the growing need for smarter visitor control and facility security across modern health systems.

i-PRO Camera

i-PRO Introduces its First Cameras with Generative AI at the Edge

March 20, 2026

The new flagship fisheye cameras are designed to deliver intelligent 360° coverage with context-rich searches and proactive alerts.

Axis ISC West

Axis Communications Introduces the Next Wave of Unified Security Solutions at ISC West 2026

March 25, 2026

At Booth #14051, Axis Communications will highlight Unified Security Solutions at ISC West 2026.

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How AVS Technology Protected Bright Minds With Security, Efficiency & Technology

May 4, 2026

The New Jersey Institute of Technology is responsible for the safety of over 13,000 students on campus — a demographic that demands flexibility and convenience. The university collaborated with AVS Technology to create a mobile-fire access control solution using AMAG Technology products.

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