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SIA provides a virtual library of information for its members to keep track of the latest trends and insights in the security industry.

Guide to NERC CIP Compliance

Securing electrical utilities? Access this new, member-only comprehensive guide to security requirements within the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)!

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How to Spot a Drone: Guidance From Experts in SIA’s Counter-UAS Working Group

In a recent blog post, the Security Industry Association (SIA) discussed key takeaways from a House Homeland…

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SIA New Member Profile: IDCUBE

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member IDCUBE is a leading provider of identity and access management solutions…

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Three Simple Yet Effective Strategies to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market

In today’s job market, standing out from the crowd is essential to landing your next role. Whether…

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Security Industry Association Cornerstones Learning Series Expands to Serve New Industry Professionals

Designed to help deliver knowledge to new employees on core security industry business practices and security technology…

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Registration for ISC West 2025 Now Open

Experience the premier U.S. security event with an expanded education program, 750+ exhibitors and exclusive opportunities to…

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Security Industry Association Unveils First-Ever U.S. Economic Impact Study

The groundbreaking data shows 2.1 million jobs and $145.5 billion in wages supported by the security industry.…

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Each SIA webinar is archived for a minimum of one year to provide you free access to some of our best programs and seminars. View these programs on demand at your convenience.

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Mastering Greenhouse Gas Accounting and CDP Reporting: A Comprehensive Guide

Greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and reporting have become crucial practices for organizations worldwide as they strive to…

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What Artificial Intelligence Means for Physical Security

Managing risk is essential to leveraging this emerging technology Large language models (LLMs) have recently taken the…

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A Solution for the Retail Theft Crisis

Facial recognition enhances security, loss prevention Facial recognition technology is not emerging. It’s here. Millions of people already…

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Contribute to the SIA Center of Excellence

The SIA Center of Excellence helps organizations keep at the forefront of ever-changing market demands by fostering knowledge and expertise among employees, contractors and clients. This online repository of vendor-neutral, vetted information includes on-demand training courses, e-learning modules, webinars, articles and more.

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Security Industry Economic Impact Report

The industry’s significant economic footprint extends throughout the American economy, as shown through this groundbreaking research.

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Security Megatrends: The 2025 Vision for the Security Industry

Leveraging insights from independent research, surveys, focus groups and top sessions at the Securing New Ground conference, the 2025 Security Megatrends report, an annual publication of the Security Industry Association, provides analysis on 10 top trends affecting security industry businesses and practitioners.

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SIA Guide to School Security Funding

SIA is pleased to introduce the SIA Guide to School Security Funding in response to the need for more centralized information on the variety of sources of funding available specifically for K-12 school security solutions, with a guide to many school security grant programs, including federal and state programs.

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EIR

Security Industry Economic Impact Report

The industry’s significant economic footprint extends throughout the American economy, as shown through this groundbreaking research.

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2025 Security Megatrends report - trends in the security industry

Security Megatrends: The 2025 Vision for the Security Industry

Leveraging insights from independent research, surveys, focus groups and top sessions at the Securing New Ground conference, the 2025 Security Megatrends report, an annual publication of the Security Industry Association, provides analysis on 10 top trends affecting security industry businesses and practitioners.

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Security Market Index: September/October 2024 Edition

The latest report shares data about the security industry’s confidence, compared to previous months, and outlook for the months ahead.

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SIA Weighs in on Key OMB Guidance on Use of Artificial Intelligence by Federal Agencies

SIA responded to the Office of Management and Budget’s request for comment on a draft memorandum providing guidance and instructions to federal agencies for implementing the Biden administration’s Executive Order for Safe, Secure and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence.

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Security After COVID

In this SIA report sponsored by Maize Marketing, explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the security industry, from new measures like health screening and face covering requirements to the lasting changes as society returns to normal.

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SIA Data Privacy Code of Practice for Video Surveillance

Data Privacy Code of Practice – Video Surveillance

The Security Industry Association (SIA) Data Privacy Advisory Board has produced this Code of Practice for Video Surveillance based on common privacy and security principles to provide manufacturers, integrators and end users with guidance that can be used to inform their development of sound policies and best practices that mitigate privacy risks while leveraging the power of video technology.

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Security Cornerstones Learning Series

SIA’s Security Cornerstones Learning Series provides a fundamental overview of the business practices and technologies used within today’s physical security industry.  Designed primarily for novice security professionals, the series includes e-learning modules which drive a go-at-your-own-pace understanding of the technology-based approaches that enhance physical security.