Who We Are

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is the trade association that represents companies who install, service, and monitor security systems for commercial, government, and residential markets, in addition to manufacturers and industry service providers

TMA AVS-01 Monitoring Center Operator Training

The TMA-AVS-01 Monitoring Center Operator training is a free course that includes three comprehensive modules that provide detailed guidance on the classification process and the standardized communication protocol. Monitoring center leaders can use these training modules to ensure smooth implementation and seamless integration of AVS-01 into their operations. Learn more about this free online training program HERE.

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As of 3/27/2025.

TMA Featured News

New TMA Blog – Thermal Cameras Fill Technology Gap

Read how Thermal AI cameras enable monitoring teams to oversee more locations without adding staff, significantly increasing efficiency and profitability.

TMA Members Join SIA and ESA on Capital Hill Walk

On March 4-5th, more than 60 TMA, SIA, and ESA members met with legislative leaders to discuss the industry’s policy priorities on Capital Hill.

Give Back; Share and Speak at a TMA Meeting in 2025

Share your knowledge and expertise with TMA members and other industry professionals. Speak at a TMA meeting or webinar in the New Year. Submit a proposal.

ASAP-to-PSAP Reaches 151 Active ECCs in US

The life-saving service now protects 53M – more than 15% of the population. Increase the accuracy and efficiency of your alarm communication.

TMA Programs

The ASAP Service

Save time and improve accuracy of emergency signals with the ASAP Service

ASAP is designed to increase the efficiency and reliability of signals from monitoring centers to ECCs.

Five Diamond

Give your business a unique advantage in today’s competitive market

The Five Diamond designation is granted annually to monitoring centers that demonstrate TMA’s five points of excellence.

FirstNet

Apply for FirstNet services today for your alarm communications

FirstNet is the nationwide public-safety wireless broadband network platform, built and deployed through a first‐of‐its‐kind public‐private partnership.

IQ

Build a positive revenue stream and drive-up customer satisfaction

The IQ Program is the only quality control program for installations, monitoring, maintenance and service of electronic safety systems.

That’s over 17% of the U.S. population that is protected under the ASAP service.

2025 TMA/SDM Excellence Awards Finalists Announced

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The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce the finalists…

Tampa Police Department Implements ASAP Service to Handle Alarm Notifications

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The Monitoring Association (TMA) announced today that the Tampa…

DMP Recognizes Top Dealers of 2024

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DMP recognized top dealers at the DMP Owners Forum. This event…
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