Archive: January 2024
Commend Americas adds Pierre Bourgeix as consultant
January 31, 2024SSN Staff
MAHWAH, N.J.—Security solutions provider Commend Americas announced it has brought on industry veteran Pierre Bourgeix as an embedded consultant.
With over 30 years of expertise, Bourgeix, currently the chief executive officer of ESI Convergent, will play a pivotal role in guiding Commend Americas' innovative solutions into the limelight, according to the company.
Commend's rich history includes connecting intercom devices to the world's first software intercom server in 2012,...
RapidFire acquires Paraclete Fire & Safety
January 31, 2024SSN Staff
ST. LOUIS – RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Paraclete Fire & Safety, a 33-year-old fire extinguisher, alarm, inspection, suppression, and sprinkler provider in Brea, Calif., serving the Greater Los Angeles area.
RapidFire said that the acquisition of Paraclete cements itself as a world-class curator of people-centric, family-built businesses throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States.
“In my decision to work...
Johnson Controls Q1 report reflects tough quarter
January 31, 2024Ken Showers
CORK, Ireland—Johnson Controls International (JCI) cited a ransomware attack and economic slowdowns in China contributing to tough first quarter 2024 results.
From released documents Johnson Controls (JCI) revealed GAAP earnings per share (“EPS”) from continuing operations of $0.55. Excluding special items, adjusted EPS from continuing operations was $0.51. Sales in the quarter of $6.1 billion were flat compared to the prior year on an as reported basis and declined...
JPS Health Network deploys ZeroEyes AI gun detection platform
January 31, 2024Ken Showers
PHILADELPHIA – ZeroEyes has announced that its proactive Artificial Intelligence (AI) gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed at JPS Health Network in Fort Worth, Texas, to mitigate gun-related violence.
The facility is located in Tarrant County, and the 582-bed hospital includes an acute care facility, outpatient care centers, and psychiatric emergency room. ZeroEyes said that its Level I Trauma Center receives over 125,000 emergency department...
Pro-Vigil receives TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center designation
January 31, 2024SSN Staff
SAN ANTONIO, Texas—Pro-Vigil, a provider of AI-enabled remote video monitoring, management, and crime deterrence solutions, announced it has received the “TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center” designation from The Monitoring Association (TMA).
This comes just after its Surveillance Operations Center (SOC) was certified by UL Solutions (UL) in August 2023.
“Pro-Vigil’s monitoring services are nothing without the skilled professionals, top-notch facilities,...
greensite acquires Snooper Security
January 31, 2024SSN Staff
RONKONKOMA, N.Y.—greensite, a commercial and residential, security and automation company, has announced the acquisition of Snooper Security.
It is the first acquisition of the year for greensite and part of a strategic growth plan to extend its services and expertise in the greater New York area, according to the company.
The acquisition increases greensite’s reach in western Nassau County, as well as other geographic areas. Snooper Security has...
Goodbye, Mr. Sunshine
January 31, 2024Ken Showers
After a week of being under the weather I could use a little sun to brighten my outlook. Unfortunately, following some news last week, that doesn’t seem to be in the cards.
I’ll get to that point in a moment, since it’s a little detour from normal security news. The actual news I wanted to discuss this week is the often discussed but still unreleased ADT smart home security system made in collaboration with Google. It so happened that my boss asked me earlier this week what was...
ESA announces call for 2024 Board of Directors nominations
January 30, 2024SSN Staff
DALLAS—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has announced the commencement of the annual election process for the Board of Directors.
The Leadership Identification & Nomination Committee (LINC) invites integrator and associate members of ESA in good standing, serving as voting representatives for their organizations, to participate in this crucial process.
“Those who serve as an ESA director have the industry’s respect.” said Kirk MacDowell, LINC chairman....
The Wallflowers to headline first-ever ISC West concert
January 30, 2024SSN Staff
NORWALK, Conn.—ISC West and its premier sponsor, the Security Industry Association (SIA), have announced that Grammy-winning rock artists, The Wallflowers, will headline the first annual ISC West concert.
This after-hours experience will take place on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Main Stage, located in the Venetian Ballroom, right off the show floor.
“Each year at ISC West, our team is dedicated to providing attendees and exhibitors...
ISS protects CFP National Championship Game
January 30, 2024SSN Staff
WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that its SecurOS UVSS (Under Vehicle Surveillance System) was recently deployed as part of security preparations for the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship.
ISS partnered with systems integrator Unlimited Technology, and together they worked with officials from NRG Stadium and stadium management firm ASM Global to install the UVSS at a designated...