The CMOOR Group has hired Erika Banks as the company’s Relationship Development Strategist. In her new position, Banks will develop and execute strategies to drive new business growth and expand market share within the industry. She will also foster strong relationships with current and future clients to understand their needs and challenges and to provide […]
TMA has added two new Emergency Communication Centers (ECCs) to its growing list of ASAP Service users. Clark County, Washington became the 135th Emergency Communications Center (ECC) in the United States and the 7th ECC in the state of Washington to implement the Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP). The Kenton County KY Emergency Communications Center […]
Axis Communications announced it has broken ground on a new company facility called Opera, located in Lund, Sweden. Opera “is designed to be a dynamic space that blends functionality, sustainability, and employee well-being, reflecting Axis growth ambitions and commitment to a more sustainable future and an inspiring workplace environment,” according to an Axis press release. […]
The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) is today launching the 2023 Security Industry Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study. This survey “will provide invaluable insights into salaries and benefits across the security industry, empowering decision-makers to recruit, hire, and retain top talent effectively,” according to the foundation announcement. “The security industry plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our […]
ADT Commercial, a security integrator and provider of commercial security, fire and life safety, will move forward as a standalone organization and rebrand as Everon, after private equity firm GTCR completed its $1.6 billion acquisition of ADT’s commercial security and fire segment. The deal was announced in early August. “Introducing Everon to the industry as a standalone […]
M2M Services, which provides universal alarm panel communicators, connectivity and interactive services has merged with smart security and Internet of Things (IoT) provider Alula, the companies announced in a joint press release. Operating under the name M2M Services, the combined entity “will leverage the strengths of both companies,” the announcement says. The merger “marks a significant achievement […]
Jewelers Mutual® Group, the insurer and business solutions provider dedicated to protecting jewelry and jewelry businesses for 110 years, announced it has been named to Deloitte’s Wisconsin 75™ for the fifth consecutive year. This recognition underscores the company’s consistent growth and positive impact on the state’s business community. More notably, Jewelers Mutual was awarded the […]
DICE Corporation has been awarded U.S. Patent # 11688273B2 for the Gatekeeper, a digital video alarm monitoring solution that prevents multiple and unnecessary video alarms from being received by the central station. This allows operators to focus on true alarms. The Gatekeeper is a patented technology that reduces cellular data usage and operator time for […]
Have you ever found yourself thinking that patents are not worth much in the open source world? As a software developer, the idea that patents don’t hold much weight in open source environments may seem logical to you. However, it’s important to know that patents are key for open source environments too. In fact, software […]
Cloud-based enterprise building security and managed services platform Verkada has partnered with service-based systems integrator Convergint, according to a joint announcement. Driven by “a shared commitment to safety and customer service, paired with Convergint’s vast global footprint and Verkada’s best-in-class technology,” the partnership “will empower both organizations to serve a broader global customer base,” the announcement says. “Convergint […]
