TMA Members Exhibit at ISC East

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If you plan to attend ISC East in New York City, please take a moment to visit with TMA members who are exhibiting.

Alarm Tech Central Services, Inc., Booth 1443

All American Monitoring, Booth 51

Altronix Corporation, Booth 434

Alula, Booth 131

Anixter, 1B101

Axis Communications, Booth 329

The Bold Group, Booth 650
We are focused on central stations and proprietary companies that monitor events and alarms. We are showcasing the financial management division of our company, which has developed holistic, RMR generating accounting tools tailored to the unique challenges faced by central stations and integrators.
Onsite contact: Julie Longoria (juliel@boldgroup.com)
www.boldgroup.com

Bosch Security Systems, Inc., 1B05

Brivo Systems, Booth 350

COPS Monitoring, Booth 229

DMP, Booth 235

Ganz Security by CBC, Booth 726

Johnson Controls, Booth 1146

NAPCO Security Systems, Inc., Booth 203

Rapid Response Services, Inc., Booth 211

Security Communications Solutions International, Booth 739

Statewide Central Station, Booth 363

Telguard, A Division of Telular Corporation, Booth 113
Telguard, a brand of Telular Corporation, is a leader in cellular communications devices for security systems. Telguard combines devices, communications, video, interactive services and alarm processing into turnkey systems for monitoring intrusion, fire systems and home automation without a traditional landline. Telular Corporation is a business unit of AMETEK Inc. AMETEK Inc. (NYSE: AME) is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annualized sales of approximately $5 billion.
Onsite contact: Ryan Wallace (Ryan.L.Wallace@ametek.com 678-909-4607)
www.Telguard.com

 

ISC East, November 20-21
Javits Center NYC | ISCEast.com

Wage and Salary Survey Open

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The Monitoring Association’s (TMA) 2019 Wage and Salary Survey is now open. Companies from across the security industry are invited to participate in this year’s survey—from security dealers and system integrators to monitoring centers. The data collected will be compiled and analyzed by TRG Associates with final results being published and available for sale in aggregate form.

TMA membership is not a requirement for participation. All interested companies are highly encouraged to take part in the survey. TMA members will receive preferred pricing on the purchase of the final survey report, but all participating companies will receive a discount on the final report.

The survey seeks compensation and benefits information for these areas of responsibility:

  • Executive and Operational Management
  • Monitoring Center
  • Office Support
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Dealer & Customer Support
  • IT & Telecom Services

The survey link is https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6LCBQJ3.

The deadline for survey completion is Friday, December. 13, 2019.

TMA Honors Members for Their Military Service

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It is with deep and abiding gratitude that TMA honors its members who have faithfully served God and country through service in the Armed Forces. On this Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, 2019, it gives us great pride to recognize some of our members who have served in the United States or Canada.

TMA President Don Young, himself a veteran, shares a message, as we recognize those who shared their service with us.

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TMA Members Make SSN’s 2019 Top 40 Under 40

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Security industry news publication, Security Systems News, has traditionally released an annual list of it’s top “20 under 40” and included two classes, comprising 20 end users and 20 integrators. This year’s “40 under 40” class is made up of a diverse and talented mix of young professionals representing the next generation of leaders in security. Consultants were included for the first time, which added new depth and perspective to this year’s class, bringing all winners — consultants, integrators, monitoring professionals and end users — together into one “40 under 40” class.

The final list identifies 14 end users, 11 integrators, 10 consultants and six monitoring professionals.

Congratulations to the following TMA members who were named in Security Systems News  “40 under 40” for 2019:

Read the full feature online.

TMA Salutes Member and Industry Contributions at AM19

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One of former TMA President Ivan Spector’s last official duties was to honor professionals within the membership and the industry for their distinguished dedication to and support of TMA and its members’ interests.

On Monday, October 14th, Spector presented the newly-named Mel Mahler Award for Outstanding Service to the Monitoring Industry (formerly known as the President’s Award) to Steve E. Correll, executive director of Nlets. In presenting the award, Correll’s work to advance the ASAP-to-PSAP program was noted, as was his leadership in establishing the premier justice and public safety exchange mechanism in North America. This year marked the 11th anniversary of TMA’s partnership with Nlets. Correll will be retiring from Nlets this year after 18 years of service.

TMA’s highest award, the Stanley C. Lott Award, was presented to past TMA President and former Executive Director Jay Hauhn at the Annual Meeting’s closing dinner, October 16th. The award recognized Hauhn for his above and beyond commitment to TMA and to the monitoring industry over a period of more than 40 years. He, like Correll, played an instrumental role in the establishment and growth of TMA’s ASAP-to-PSAP program, which he continues to promote. Jauhn is currently working as a consultant to ADT.

Please join us congratulating the contributions of these great industry professionals.

TMA to Host Cybersecurity Webinar Series

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TMA is pleased to announce a four-part Cybersecurity webinar series, taught by Ryan Fritts, Vice President of Product and Information Security, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for ADT. The course is designed for Monitoring Center IT staff interested in the latest developments in threat management. Participants will learn how to mitigate external attacks and insider threats.

  • Thursday, Nov 7 – Webinar #1: Cybersecurity Baselines (Compliance, baseline security requirements)
  • Thursday, Nov 21 – Webinar #2: Vulnerabilities & Risk Management
  • Monday, Dec 2 – Webinar #3: Social Engineering (The Human Threat Element)
  • Monday, Dec 9 – Webinar #4: Data Breaches (Forensic and legal perspectives around cyber and crisis communication)

PRICING:

  • Non-members: $399 (4 sessions, exam, certificate); $110 each (a la carte)
  • TMA Members: $279 (4 sessions, exam, certificate); $79 each (a la carte)

Learn more about this TMA Signature Webinar Series presentation.

TMA Presents Donation to Napa-Based Charity

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In conjunction with TMA’s 2019 Annual Meeting, a fundraising raffle was held to benefit the Cope Family Center, a family resource center with a mission to empower parents, nurture children and strengthen communities. The Center provides parents with the education, resources and support they need to raise children who thrive.

TMA donated 100% of the proceeds which totaled $1,750.

Three prizes were awarded, however, all three winners graciously rolled over their gift cards to the charity, making the total donation from the TMA 2019 Annual Meeting $2,275.

We are grateful to our lucky winners:

First Prize:  $300 gift card and bottle of Napa Wine – Ivan Spector, Alarme Sentinelle

Second Prize:  $175 gift card and bottle of Napa Wine – Peter Giacalone, Cloud Communication Technologies, LLC

Third Prize:  $75 gift card and bottle of Napa Wine – Mark Melendes, CIBC Bank, USA

Learn more about the Cope Family Center online.

 

Don Young, ADT, Becomes TMA’s 35th President

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The Monitoring Association (TMA) is pleased to announce Don Young, CIO and EVP of Operations of ADT, as the new President who officially began his two-year term on Thurs., Oct. 17, 2019 at the conclusion of TMA’s 2019 Annual Meeting, Young recently served a two-year term as Vice President on the Executive Committee leading up to his presidency. He succeeds Ivan Spector, Sentinel Alarm, Montreal, QC. Spector who will serve an additional two-year term as Immediate Past President on the TMA Executive Committee.

“It is a distinct honor to serve as TMA’s president,” stated Young, “In some ways, I feel as though I’ve been preparing for this role for 30 years. As our industry faces new and rapidly emerging technologies, it is more important than ever to leverage the collective knowledge, expertise, and strength of TMA and its member companies to convey the importance of professional monitoring to consumers and first responders. It is also vital that we take an active leadership role in the development of new industry standards to provide a framework by which our businesses can most effectively protect life, property, and data for our customers.”

Young brings a broad spectrum of knowledge, experience, and expertise spanning both business and technology to his new TMA leadership position. Since joining ADT in 2016, his primary areas of responsibility have encompassed information technology and operations. Young first entered the alarm industry in 1988 after serving four years in the United States Air Force.

“As I begin this new part of my journey with TMA, I want to first and foremost recognize our outgoing President Ivan Spector for his strong and strategic leadership over the last two years. His contributions to the organization, its members, and the industry at large are quite substantial,” Young stated. “Amongst his many accomplishments, his work to further the adoption of TMA’s ASAP-to-PSAP program; advocate on behalf of members to NFPA; and, to establish TMA as the issuer of FirstNet certification are most notable. On behalf of a very grateful professional community, I express our deep appreciation to Ivan for his remarkable service.”

“We are delighted to welcome Don to this pivotal leadership role within TMA,” stated Celia T. Besore, executive director, TMA. “Having worked closely with him for the last year, I recognize and embrace his passion for excellence. His wealth of industry knowledge and experience is a great asset to TMA and will be an integral part of our growth and success over the next two years.”

UL Releases Statement Addressing Industry Concerns

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In a statement from UL:

UL’s public mission is to promote safer working and living environments for all people. We make every effort to confirm that UL-certified products meet stringent safety requirements, including opening a Product Incident Report for any issue that comes to our attention.

Consistent with our usual policies regarding product safety matters, when UL received the alarm system claims, UL immediately opened a Product Incident Report and began an investigation.

During such investigations, certification documentation is reviewed, products are often re-tested, and if any issues are found, UL works with the product manufacturer to resolve the issues. In some instances, a public notice may be issued.

Based on the investigation completed thus far, no safety issues have been identified. The investigation is still ongoing.

UL sees no imminent hazard despite the assertions currently in the market. The current standards address reasonably foreseeable hazards, faults or misuse not intentional disablement of a life safety device. Those making claims have their own commercial interest in driving concern. The requirements being suggested around attack by fire and/or malicious intrusion are currently not mandated by the applicable standards or code. New suggested requirements could be brought to the attention of the Standard Technical Panel. Those making claims are part of the STP and have not brought suggested revisions to the STP’s attention to-date.

Bold Group’s Brousseau Tackles Cybersecurity, Network Health, and More

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Register now to attend the upcoming TMA Virtual Product Review – Network Navigator: Cybersecurity, Network Health, and More, Thurs., Oct. 24th at 2:00 PM (EST).

Bold Group’s Network Navigator can play a major role in both your IT services and your frontline defense. By remotely and securely monitoring your customers’ networks and devices over a secure VPN connection, you can assure device health, equipment availability, provide remote support, conduct remote video tours, and more. If your customer monitors IoT devices, the lack of security in these products introduces significant vulnerability to your network. Network Navigator provides real-time monitoring of IoT device health, providing a simple solution to a complex problem.

Join Bold Group’s stages® Director of Technology Bill Brousseau as he discusses the benefits of this extraordinary device, part of Bold’s Security Intelligence suite of cybersecurity products developed specifically for our industry.

REGISTER