Entries by Leigh McGuire

Donate to Support Helene Victims in NC

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TMA Board of Director Caroline Brown, a North Carolina resident, shared information on two charities assisting communities in North Carolina that have been impacted. Please consider making a donation. https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/event/Supportbannerelk https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/pray-for-those-in-helenes-path/?utm_source=Ggl&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=m_YGND-B24V&utm_content=HurricaneHelene&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpP63BhDYARIsAOQkATb6wV68kcjmmT72m30gWkBJJ2er3cYDTbOappPIXtK0cVuaPHUW6poaAsQWEALw_wcB

Reminder – new TN 729 area code

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The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued a news release about the new 729 area code that will overlay the existing 423 area code in eastern Tennessee earlier this year. Please be aware of the key dates for the overlay implementation: August 5, 2024: Permissive 7- or 10-digit dialing began for customers with the 423 area code February 5, 2025: […]

October is Cybersecurity Month – Stay Safe Out There

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Since 2004, the President of the United States and Congress have declared October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month, time dedicated for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. Over the years it has grown into a collaborative effort between government and industry to enhance cybersecurity awareness, […]

The WASH Foundation Identified as TMA Annual Meeting Beneficiary

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Each year, TMA hosts a fundraiser to benefit a local charitable organization in conjunction with the TMA Annual Meeting. This year’s beneficiary is The WASH Foundation, an organization what aims to improve the quality of life of vulnerable populations through increased access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). To accomplish its mission, The WASH […]

TMA Dispatch, Fall Issue, Is Now Available

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The fall issue of the TMA Dispatch is now available! Login to the TMA member portal to read. Our Cover Story…With the increasing demand for advanced and scalable video monitoring solutions, the debate between Edge AI and Cloud AI has gained significant attention. Traditionally, edge devices focused on on-premises storage and video management. Members of TMA’s Technology Committee […]

Seattle Issues New Response Parameters

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Starting October 1, 2024, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) will only dispatch officers to calls from alarm companies with supporting evidence, such as audio, video, panic alarms or eyewitness evidence that a person is illegally entering or attempting to enter a residence or commercial property. SPD will no longer respond to calls from alarm companies […]

TMA Annual Meeting Keynote to Address Impact of AI on Businesses

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Q&A With Keynote Kevin Surace  QUESTION #1: In your keynote, “Harnessing AI: Unlocking New Possibilities for You and Your Business,” you’ll discuss how AI is reshaping industries. Without giving too much away, what are some of the most exciting practical applications of AI that businesses should be aware of right now? From marketing to sales […]

Telguard Introduces the First Fire Alarm Communicator Compatible with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile

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Telguard introduced its latest innovation: the TG-7FM 5G LTE-M multi-carrier communicator. Setting a new standard in commercial fire applications, the TG-7FM offers unparalleled reliability and connectivity by harnessing groundbreaking multi-carrier capability, supporting all three major U.S. carriers – AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. The TG-7FM provides superior connectivity right out of the box. Designed to ensure […]

Introducing a New Package Featuring the XV-24 with AlarmVision

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XV-24 with AlarmVision turns cameras into intelligent motion detectors able to trigger actions and alarms, the same way an intrusion sensor would. Instead of alerts about moving leaves, shadows and light, receive notifications about people, vehicles or animals. Adding four V-4072MD Indoor/Outdoor Mini Dome cameras makes this a versatile and quickly installed solution to protect […]