SIA Waypoints

How Commercial Real Estate Investors View Security

Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

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.

The Hidden Value of Audio in Security

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:42:14 -0400

In a new video from the SIA Audio and Intelligent Communications Subcommittee, SIA member experts discuss the ways in which adding audio to your customers’ security solutions suite can get them more insights and actionable intelligence.

Working in the Data Center Market? Here Are 10 Things You Need to Know

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:55:47 -0500

With rapid growth comes rapid emergence of challenges — as the data center market booms, so, too, do outdated specifications, siloed security systems and the unique demands of new partners.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.

Valuing Experience, Talent & Service (VETS): How the Security Industry Is Fostering the Talent Pipeline by Engaging Military Veterans

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:44:39 -0500

How the security industry can fill the talent pipeline by considering military veterans.

5 Policies in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act That Integrators Should Know About

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 06:34:34 -0400

Five OBBBA policies to watch for security integrators.

3 Key Skills of Highly Effective Security Project Managers

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:58:00 -0400

In this article, Tracy Larson and Chris Wilson, longtime SIA Security Project Management trainers, share their insights on three of the key skills that define successful SPMs.

Data Privacy & the Security Industry: Experts Speak

Thu, 29 May 2025 14:30:00 -0400

SIA members and experts weigh in on data privacy and security.

Top Takeaways From SIA’s Latest Economic Impact Report

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The security industry’s significant economic footprint extends throughout the American economy, as shown through a groundbreaking new research report from the Security Industry Association (SIA).

Megatrend: Evolution of the Channel

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

In SIA’s Top 10 Security Megatrends, channel upheaval leads the rankings, but smart integrators can lead and overcome.

How Integrators Can Access Grants for Infrastructure Modernization & Security Projects

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0500

How to take advantage of several new grant programs to get funding for infrastructure and cybersecurity projects.

How Utilities Are Addressing Today’s Cyber & Physical Security Threats

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:30:00 -0400

This month we explore the escalating physical and cyber threats facing U.S. utilities, highlighting recent attacks and the need for a comprehensive approach to safeguard critical infrastructure.

Seeking Success on the Business Battlefield? Here’s Why You Should Hire Veterans

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400

With the newly launched SIA Veteran in Security community, a movement grows to attract, hire and retain veterans – and create a sense of place for them at industry firms.

Adaptation of the Systems Integrator: Top Takeaways From SIA’s Latest Research

Tue, 21 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400

New research details industry changes, suggests potential strategies for integrators to adapt and provides the end-user perspective.

Cyber-Physical Security & the Industry: Two Experts Speak

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Two security integrators discuss cyber and physical security concerns.

Legislative Trends & the Security Industry: What to Expect in 2024

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Three key issues being prioritized by lawmakers in 2024 which demand the security industry’s attention are artificial intelligence (AI), data privacy and school security.

Security on the RISE, Part 2: Insights From the Industry’s Emerging Leaders

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Following are some tips from the 25 on the RISE honorees on what companies in the security industry can do to better grow, develop and empower their emerging leaders.

Security on the RISE: Insights From the Industry’s Emerging Leaders

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Industry leaders discuss how to propel young talents’ careers and offer advice for other professionals who are new to security.

AcceleRISE Shares Keys to Career Success

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:30:00 -0400

Janae Love of SAFR from RealNetworks and Nicole Rigby of Axis Communications share their top career development takeaways from this year’s conference.

How the Security Industry Aims to Hire More Techs: A Q&A With FAST’s Executive Director

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:15:00 -0400

Aiden O’Brien dishes about the importance of security technicians and FAST’s ideas and initiatives around solving the industry’s hiring challenges.

Lessons on Hiring & Leadership From the Security LeadHER Conference

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400

The importance of hiring and advancing women in the security industry was emphasized at the inaugural conference.

5 Tips for Meaningful Mentorship

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:00:00 -0400

When visualizing what a mentor may be, the image of someone of a certain generation pontificating about the “correct” way to do things may be what immediately comes to mind.

5 Tips for Optimizing Your Workforce

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:13:00 -0400

Employee these strategies to elevate your workforce and foster your security talent pipeline.

Exploring Ways Security Companies Hire & Retain Talent

Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Following up on last month’s discussion with FAST Board of Directors member Ken Kocher, we speak with SAGE Integration COO John Nemerofsky about workforce development best practices.

Finding & Growing Technical Talent

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

SIA focuses on the realities of finding, hiring, training and retaining (and growing) security technicians — a role we all agree is essential to the success of a business and the security of our customers.

How to Ask the Right Interview Questions

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Developing your interview team’s skills leads to better hires.

Hiring Remotely? Hire Smarter, Not Harder

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

11 tips to make your virtual candidate interviewing process less awkward and more successful

Here’s Where You Likely Need to Upgrade Your Workforce

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The workforce shortages security companies face goes beyond just technical and cyber workers.

How to Retain (and Grow) Great Talent Through Mentorship

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

One way the security industry can grow its talent pipeline and future is through offering mentorship programs and fostering mentor/mentee relationships between established industry professionals and young, up-and-coming talent or those new to the industry.

The Importance of Apprenticeship Programs in Security

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The security industry is becoming ubiquitous with other technical-based professions.

4 Ways Security Companies Are Finding Talent

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Workforce Strategies is a column written by the Security Industry Association addressing best practices for hiring, onboarding and retaining security industry employees.