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]]> https://www.sdmmag.com/rss/2227 en-us HiveWatch: Only 19% of Security Teams Consistently Meet Their Own SLAs Despite 93% Confidence in Threat Detection HiveWatch’s new benchmark research reveals growing operational gaps in enterprise security, with false alarm rates nearing 44% at large organizations and AI emerging as a defining marker of mature programs.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105509 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:02:01 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105509-hivewatch-only-19-of-security-teams-consistently-meet-their-own-slas-despite-93-confidence-in-threat-detection Fire, Failure & Future Growth Take Center Stage at ESX 2026 wilsonbm@bnpmedia.com (Brianna Wilson) ESX 2026 delivered a mix of inspiration, emotion and practical insights. Attendees explored fire market growth, leadership through failure and cost-effective strategies for thriving in today’s security landscape.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105499 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:17:31 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105499-fire-failure-and-future-growth-take-center-stage-at-esx-2026 Why Gunshot Detection Belongs in the Modern Integrator Portfolio For years, gunshot detection was weighed down by complex infrastructure, triangulation-heavy designs, false positives and lengthy deployments. Fortunately, that has changed.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105481 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:56:17 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105481-why-gunshot-detection-belongs-in-the-modern-integrator-portfolio New Poll Identifies Where AI, Cameras & Civil Liberties Collide and Can Coexist These benchmark findings from LVT aim to empower security teams, public safety leaders and elected officials to improve community safety while preserving the trust and transparency people expect and value.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105477 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:04:18 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105477-new-poll-identifies-where-ai-cameras-and-civil-liberties-collide-and-can-coexist Texas State University’s ALERRT Center Releases Research on Active Shooter Events in Schools The Role of Locked Doors and Access Control in School-Based Active Shooter Events was drawn from empirical analysis of 54 school-based active shooter incidents occurring between 2000 and 2025, which resulted in 324 total victims.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105455 Thu, 21 May 2026 10:43:45 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105455-texas-state-universitys-alerrt-center-releases-research-on-active-shooter-events-in-schools How Commercial Real Estate Investors View Security 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.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105424 Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105424-how-commercial-real-estate-investors-view-security Why Video Health Monitoring Is a ‘No Brainer’ wilsonbm@bnpmedia.com (Brianna Wilson) Video health monitoring presents key benefits for integrators: it seamlessly supports RMR, contributes to customer stickiness, and is a no-stress, low-effort deployment.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105372 Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105372-why-video-health-monitoring-is-a-no-brainer The Unseen, Unheard Opportunity for Security Most integrators lead with video because video is tangible, but end users are asking for earlier insight, faster intervention and greater certainty in moments where seconds matter. For integrators seeking their next strategic edge, the path is clear: stop selling what everyone else can see, and start interpreting what only you can hear.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105414 Thu, 07 May 2026 08:03:47 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105414-the-unseen-unheard-opportunity-for-security Genetec Urges Stronger Identity & Credential Governance for Physical Security Systems as AI Accelerates Cyber Risk Ahead of World Password Day, Genetec warns that password changes alone are no longer enough to protect connected physical security environments.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105411 Tue, 05 May 2026 13:38:12 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105411-genetec-urges-stronger-identity-and-credential-governance-for-physical-security-systems-as-ai-accelerates-cyber-risk Sustainability Is Becoming a Business Imperative wilsonbm@bnpmedia.com (Brianna Wilson) In celebration of Earth Day, SDM sat down with four security industry leaders to explore why integrators can’t afford to ignore sustainability and how small changes today can drive long-term value for both customers and the industry.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105359 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105359-sustainability-is-becoming-a-business-imperative Beyond Perks & Pizza Parties: Building a Company Culture That Sticks Culture is not built by checking boxes. A pizza party cannot repair distrust. An employee-of-the-month plaque cannot offset unresolved tension. If leaders want people to buy into the mission, they first have to create an environment where respect is the norm and conflict is addressed honestly.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105358 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:00:49 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105358-beyond-perks-and-pizza-parties-building-a-company-culture-that-sticks Musings on AI hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) Where is AI really headed in the security and life safety industry?

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105386 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105386-musings-on-ai HID Highlights Top PKI Trends, Threats & Innovations Shaping the Age of AI, Automation & Post-Quantum Computing As certificate lifespans shrink, modern PKI strategies require solutions that scale, integrate and stay ahead of emerging threats, according to HID’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) in the Age of AI and Automation market study.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105295 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:50:47 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105295-hid-highlights-top-pki-trends-threats-and-innovations-shaping-the-age-of-ai-automation-and-post-quantum-computing Don’t Break the Band That Security Systems Depend On As the FCC evaluates potential changes to the lower 900 MHz band, it’s important that policymakers understand how these systems operate in the field.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105276 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:15:10 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105276-dont-break-the-band-that-security-systems-depend-on When a Customer Asks About Zero Trust: What Integrators Need to Say & Do When customers ask about Zero Trust, they are asking about a discipline that spans software design, integrations, hardware and identity management. Integrators who can articulate how their solutions establish, limit, monitor and revoke trust differentiate themselves from those who just focus on features. 

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105233 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:44:39 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105233-when-a-customer-asks-about-zero-trust-what-integrators-need-to-say-and-do The Evolution of Home Security: Innovation and the Reality of Converging Protection In the connected home, protection is no longer divided into categories. It is a single, integrated responsibility to safeguard both the physical space and the digital systems that now sustain it.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105197 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:35:09 -0400 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105197-the-evolution-of-home-security-innovation-and-the-reality-of-converging-protection What’s the DNA of the 2030 Integrator? The transformation of the security systems integrator is already underway. The integrators who recognize this shift early and adapt intentionally will not only remain relevant but will also help shape what comes next within the security industry.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105160 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:41:33 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105160-whats-the-dna-of-the-2030-integrator Security Industry Association Releases New Corporate Credential Design Guide The publication, produced by SIA’s Credential Design Working Group, offers recommended practices for the design and implementation of credentials and badges by corporate security teams.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105156 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:57:50 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105156-security-industry-association-releases-new-corporate-credential-design-guide Autonomous Security Solutions: The Next Frontier hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) 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.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105134 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105134-autonomous-security-solutions-the-next-frontier The Cellular Technology Security Gap & How to Fix It Vendors that neglect cybersecurity requirements introduce recurring, costly risks that jeopardize their customers’ digital and physical livelihoods. By adhering to proper standards and a unified security approach that starts with air gapping, we can lead the industry forward and innovate from a security-first mindset.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105153 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:52:09 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105153-the-cellular-technology-security-gap-and-how-to-fix-it Steve Lindsey.jpg NVR Method.jpg VSaaS Connected Cameras.jpg A Year of Surprises: M&A Activity in 2025 Slightly Improves wilsonbm@bnpmedia.com (Brianna Wilson) In the world of security mergers and acquisitions (M&A), 2025 delivered a surprising year, from a large spark of confidence in the residential sector to the lack of financial impact despite high interest rates and tariffs.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105123 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105123-a-year-of-surprises-m-and-a-activity-in-2025-slightly-improves Identity Convergence Drives New Focus on Trust, Protection & User Choice New research from HID highlights seven trends shaping identity, access and trust, alongside rising ethical and privacy concerns.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105122 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:04:31 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105122-identity-convergence-drives-new-focus-on-trust-protection-and-user-choice New Brivo Report Reveals 7 Ways AI-Powered Video Surveillance Solves Security & Operational Challenges Brivo’s new strategic guide to aligning security investments with business priorities shows how AI-driven video technology can promote safety, compliance, operational performance and revenue growth.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105116 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:43:52 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105116-new-brivo-report-reveals-7-ways-ai-powered-video-surveillance-solves-security-and-operational-challenges Axis Communications Launches Inaugural Axis Perspectives Report on Intelligent Video’s Evolving Role The findings reveal a clear inflection point: while security remains foundational, organizations are rapidly adopting intelligent video as a powerful business sensor, unlocking insights that improve performance, reduce costs and enable automation at scale.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105115 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:24:25 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105115-axis-communications-launches-inaugural-axis-perspectives-report-on-intelligent-videos-evolving-role Barnes Buchanan 2026: Bullish on the Security Industry hodgsonk@bnpmedia.com (Karyn Hodgson) SDM attended the last the last “Barnes” Buchanan conference, as Mike Barnes is stepping back from his traditional role in the event starting next year. The conference covered various trendy security topics, including the impact of AI (particularly on small businesses), an overview of the alarm industry, an M&A outlook and threats/opportunities for security in 2026.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105106 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:17:43 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105106-barnes-buchanan-2026-bullish-on-the-security-industry SDM Dealer of the Year Presentation.jpg Mike Barnes.jpg Barnes AI Panel.jpg Why Counter-Drone is Becoming a Core Public Safety Discipline Counter-drone is no longer an accessory capability or a federal specialty. It is becoming a core public safety discipline, and this shift has direct implications for the dealers and integrators responsible for designing, deploying and supporting modern security systems.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14/post/105086 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:52:29 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/blogs/14-sdm-blog/post/105086-why-counter-drone-is-becoming-a-core-public-safety-discipline Healthcare Organizations Prioritize Deployment Flexibility, AI & Collaboration Amid Rising Security Incidents Genetec’s 2026 State of Physical Security Report highlights modernization priorities across the healthcare sector.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105058 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:06:53 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105058-healthcare-organizations-prioritize-deployment-flexibility-ai-and-collaboration-amid-rising-security-incidents Genetec Healthcare Chart - Security Incidents.jpg Genetec Healthcare Chart - Cloud Deployment.jpg Brivo Unveils 2026 Trends in Video Surveillance Report Trends related to privacy, government regulations, AI and public safety present new opportunities for business owners, according to this year’s findings.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105047 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:33:55 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105047-brivo-unveils-2026-trends-in-video-surveillance-report Working in the Data Center Market? Here Are 10 Things You Need to Know With rapid growth comes rapid emergence of challenges — as the data center market booms, so, too, do outdated specifications, siloed security systems and the unique demands of new partners. This article highlights 10 key findings from the SIA’s examination of physical security threats facing today’s data centers. 

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105030 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:55:47 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105030-working-in-the-data-center-market-here-are-10-things-you-need-to-know Pro-Vigil Survey: Nearly Half of Businesses Fear Economic Uncertainty Will Impact Physical Security in 2026 Pro-Vigil, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, released its sixth annual report, finding that 88% of businesses say physical security incidents are not decreasing; AI adoption inches forward.

]]> http://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105003 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 07:30:37 -0500 https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/105003-pro-vigil-survey-nearly-half-of-businesses-fear-economic-uncertainty-will-impact-physical-security-in-2026