The first of three new TMA-AVS-01 online training modules for monitoring center operators is now available for preview. Module 1 provides operators with a foundational understanding the ANSI/TMA-AVS-01 Alarm Validation Scoring Standard by explaining the “What and Why.” It is the first in a series of online training modules that will help monitoring center operators […]
AICC Co-Chair Tiffany Galarza received ADT’s Circle of Excellence Award at an awards ceremony held at the El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico earlier in May. Upon receiving her award, she commented, “I am deeply humbled to have been chosen as a recipient of The Circle of Excellence award from ADT, though I believe there […]
Albert Faraone has joined DMP as the regional sales manager for Southern Texas. He will provide ongoing service and support to dealers across the region, including cities such as Houston, Austin and San Antonio. “I chose DMP for two very important reasons,” said Faraone. “The first is the ability to impact all types of businesses—from […]
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced TMA member Kirk MacDowell, President of MacGuard Security Advisors, as the recipient of its 2023 Morris F. Weinstock Person of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who exemplify extraordinary dedication and leadership in advancing the electronic security and life safety industry. MacDowell’s illustrious career and unwavering commitment […]
This is a second notice. Attention: Alarm, Security, and Elevator Service/Equipment Providers To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, the Minesota Public Utilities Commission approved the addition of the new 924 area code to the geographic region served by the 507 area code. This process is known as an area code overlay. What will […]
IPtelX is pleased to announce the deployment of Dealer Branding for voice alarm calls. This innovative solution tackles a major pain point for alarm companies: unanswered calls to the contact list due to showing up as spam on wireless phones. This has been a serious problem for the industry. In the last few years, wireless […]
The Palm Beach County FL Sheriff’s Office became the 144th Emergency Communications Center (ECC) in the United States and the 11th ECC in the state of Florida to implement The MOnitoring Association’s (TMA) Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP). Palm Beach County went live the week of May 13th, 2024 with the following alarm companies: Rapid […]
Elite Interactive Solutions announces the launching of its new website, eliteisi.com. Several months in the making, the site has been designed with the security end-user customer across a diverse range of vertical markets in mind, highlighting myriad benefits of Elite’s solution and company differentiation in an appealing and user-friendly format. Whether viewing quickly at a […]
Johnson Controls announced it has appointed Chris Bontempo as vice-president and chief marketing officer, responsible for marketing strategies across the enterprise to drive demand generation and enhance brand equity, including market development, research and planning. Bontempo joins Johnson Controls from IBM where he spent nearly 20 years, most recently as chief marketing & communications officer, […]
Shane M. Clary Vice President, Codes and Standards Compliance at Bay Alarm Company will receive the prestigious recognition of the William N. Moody Award. The award will be presented on June 4th, at 5 p.m. on the ESX Main Stage in Louisville. Created in 2004 by the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC), the Moody Award […]
