Archive for October 2024
Pitch Perfect: Three Simple Tips to Get Your Ideas Noticed
While we all have great ideas, knowing how to share them effectively sets you apart. Whether you’re pitching a new idea, recommending process improvements or proposing a strategy shift, how you communicate your vision can make or break your success. The way you present your ideas is just as important as the ideas themselves –…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Releases Version 2.2.2 of SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol Standard
The new version of OSDP provides enhancements to the leading access control communications standard. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has released version 2.2.2 of SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), an access control communications standard developed by SIA to improve interoperability among access control and security products. SIA OSDP is an access control communications protocol…
Keep Reading »A Look Back at AcceleRISE 2024
The 2024 AcceleRISE conference in Washington, D.C., was an incredible experience, and it’s hard to believe how much the event has evolved since my first time attending in 2022. The growth of this conference has been remarkable, and it’s truly inspiring to see so many new faces entering the RISE community. The event kicked off…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: BIMobject
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member BIMobject is a global marketplace for the construction industry. The company is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, with additional offices in Europe, North America and Asia. SIA spoke with Corbin Grimes, North America team lead at BIMobject, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the…
Keep Reading »ISC East 2024 to Present Dynamic Lineup of Special Events, New Show Floor Features
Conference-goers will have ample opportunities to explore, network and celebrate industry achievements on the show floor and beyond NORWALK, Conn. – ISC East, with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, is set to host another year of ISC East Special Events coupled with updated features…
Keep Reading »SIA Leads Letter to Congress Urging Protection of Security Devices Under Spectrum Proposal
On Oct. 29, 2024, the Security Industry Association (SIA) sent a letter signed by 92 security businesses and organizations conveying a strong, industrywide message to Capitol Hill urging members of Congress to weigh in with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on a proposal that would restructure the Lower 900 MHz frequency. As explained in a…
Keep Reading »SIA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Board Closes Out Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board (CAB) is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. In this blog from SIA Cybersecurity Advisory Board member Kasia Hanson – CEO and founder of KFactor Global Security Advisory – get to know the CAB…
Keep Reading »What Artificial Intelligence Means for Physical Security
Managing risk is essential to leveraging this emerging technology Large language models (LLMs) have recently taken the world by storm. Only months after OpenAI launched its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT, it amassed more than 100 million users. This makes it the fastest-growing consumer application in history. And there is little wonder why. LLMs can…
Keep Reading »Four School Safety and Security Sessions to Attend at ISC East
ISC East 2024 is coming up Nov. 19-21 in New York City, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ISC East recently revealed full conference details for the SIA Education at ISC East program, including keynote presentations from top luminaries and over 70 sessions from top industry expert speakers on the most current business trends,…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association and International Association of Chiefs of Police Recognize Dubai Police Force With Michael Shanahan Leadership in Public-Private Cooperation Award
The Dubai Police department was honored with the SIA-sponsored award at the 2024 IACP Annual Banquet. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The United Arab Emirates’ Dubai Police Force was recognized as the 2024 Michael Shanahan Leadership in Public-Private Cooperation Award, a program presented by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) in partnership with the Security…
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