The Buncombe County Public Safety Communications Center (BCPSC) became the 145th Emergency Communications Center (ECC) in the United States and the 13th ECC in the state of North Carolina to implement the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP). Buncombe County went live on June 21st & 22nd, 2024 with the following companies: Rapid Response Monitoring, Vector Security, […]
The summer issue of the TMA Dispatch is now available! Login to the TMA member portal to read. Our Cover Story…It’s one of the best times of the year for TMA members and staff—awards season! This issue’s cover story puts a spotlight on the 2024 winners of the TMA/SDM Excellence Awards and the TMA/SSI Marvel Technology Award. Find […]
TMA announced on Wed., June 26th it had signed a a multi-year managed services agreement with Mission Critical Partners (MCP) to power the future growth of its Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Service. The partnership with MCP will expedite the rollout of the next-generation of the ASAP Service and drive the development of a new, […]
Elite Interactive Solutions announced the company was recognized this month as runner-up for the 2024 Police Dispatch Quality Award (PDQ). The prestigious honor, which is organized by the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC), was presented during a ceremony at the recent Electronic Security Expo (ESX) held in Louisville. Since 2005, the PDQ program promoted security […]
Parks Associates’ latest research finds a high interest in energy systems and services among MDU property owners and managers. Parks Associates will present multifamily housing research at two upcoming events, including this week at Apartmentalize, hosted by the National Apartment Association, following by the Smart Spaces virtual session “Smart Living: Attracting and Retaining Residents” on July 23. At Apartmentalize, Jennifer Kent, […]
The new 729 area code will overlay the existing 423 area code in eastern Tennessee. The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued a news release about this overlay recently. We want to make your organizations aware of the upcoming key dates for the overlay implementation: August 5, 2024: Permissive 7- or 10-digit dialing begins for customers with the […]
NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., is pleased to announce the availability of the latest in its full line of high-quality panic & fire-rated door hardware for single & double doors from Marks USA. Now readily available for commercial locking requirements of all kinds and backdoor applications, from single to double doors, Marks cost-saving Grade 1 lineup […]
On June 12th, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced the beginning of a multi-year process to revise the Standard Occupational Classification. Through this process, OMB will consider whether to change the classification of public safety telecommunicators from the administrative/clerical category to the category for Protective Service Occupations. APCO’s Government Relations Committee will present […]
Jon Adams has returned to DMP as the vice president of sales. He will oversee the Sales Department and direct initiatives to continue growth and development. “Jon brings a strong sales skill set, but most importantly, the ability to create sales strategy and develop a strong sales team to meet our goals,” said Rick Britton, DMP […]
Elite Interactive Solutions (EIS), a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, has named John Valdez as the company’s new Vice President of Sales. A senior leader with 25 years’ experience working for Fortune 500 companies and start-up ventures, Valdez’s responsibilities include heading up Elite’s sales department with […]
