Tag: Security Systems News (SSN)
Discovering what’s next
April 2, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
It’s time to pack your bags, hop on the plane, and head over to the biggest security industry event of the year.
That’s right, it’s ISC West week, which means that nearly 30,000 security professionals - covering access control, video surveillance, AI technologies, alarms, smart home, cybersecurity and so much more - will gather in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo for a whirlwind couple of days featuring education sessions, awards presentations, corporate functions, a charity run/walk,...
Women in Security Profile: ‘I see women raising the bar,’ says Lisa Sobek
March 31, 2025Kenneth Z. Chutchian, Contributing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Lisa Sobek is a relative “newbie” in the security industry, but she has already seen the impact that women have made in a male-dominated field.
“I have the privilege of learning from and working alongside some truly inspiring women in the security industry,” said Sobek, senior channel marketing manager at Allegion. “Whether at Allegion or through my involvement with Security Industry Association (SIA) committees, I see women raising...
Specifically Speaking: Zack Brunette talks adapting to threats and evolving technologies
March 26, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LARSKPUR, Calif.—Zack Brunette, founder and CEO of ZBeta, calls data centers a “rapidly evolving space and growing portfolio of business for us,” making it pivotal for the firm to keep up with emerging technologies to secure these mission-critical facilities of clients.
“It’s been interesting to watch how the security challenges in this sector have evolved alongside technology,” he explained. “The stakes are high - data centers are the backbone...
Cybersecurity is a ‘continual battle,’ but industry can’t be ‘complacent,’ experts say
March 7, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—With the rash of nation-state cyberattacks in 2024, as well as the assault of ransomware attacks impacting critical infrastructure and businesses, cybersecurity experts cited three key elements in preventing future incidents.
During the most recent Security Insights webcast, “Structural Integrity: discussing cybersecurity for an uncertain future,” moderated by Security Systems News Managing Editor Ken Showers, panelists offered advice on how to tackle...
News Poll: Tariffs import costs, export uncertainty
March 7, 2025Ken Showers, Managing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine – Tariffs on imported goods will likely increase costs for customers, but it’s unclear whether this will create long-term disadvantages, say the respondents to a recent SSN News Poll.
Without a doubt, respondents anticipate there will be an increase in costs when it comes to component prices that will impact their businesses. 39.13% of respondents predict a significant increase in associated costs, while 47.83% predict a slight increase. Only 8.7% believe the...
Specifically Speaking: Saurabh Pethe discusses airport security consulting and enhancing regulatory guidance
March 6, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
PARSIPPANY, N.J.—Saurabh Pethe founded Kinexis Consulting to address the need for specialized security consulting services for airports and commercial clients, but he knows there is more work to be done.
“Moving forward, there is a growing need to improve the efficiency of security operations while maintaining cost-effectiveness,” he stated. “Airports face increasing budget constraints, making it essential to implement solutions that enhance security without unnecessary...
And the winner is…
March 5, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
Hollywood just handed out the Oscars for excellence in film. Now it’s the security industry’s turn to showcase its finest.
The next few weeks will be jam-packed with awards presentations for security professionals and companies that go above and beyond protecting people and assets.
Let’s take a sneak peek at what’s in store on the security awards docket for the rest of the month and into early April. First, the Security Industry Association (SIA) will reveal...
Women in Security Profile: ‘Women need to empower each other to know they belong at the table,’ says Emma Barkley
March 4, 2025Kenneth Z. Chutchian, Contributing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Emma Barkley, strategic sales manager for JCI Security Products, believes that there are several key elements that could increase diversity in the security industry.
“This past summer, I had the pleasure of leading a workshop at the Security LeadHER Conference called ‘Security Women Actively Supporting Women,’" she said. “While it's common for women to say they support each other and participate in groups like WISF, we need to ask ourselves:...
SIA names ADT’s Holly Borgmann as 2025 SIA Chair’s Award honoree
February 21, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Holly Borgmann of ADT as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Chair’s Award.
The award is presented annually and selected by SIA’s Board of Directors chair recognizing SIA members’ diligent efforts in furthering the association’s mission and commitment to its future. SIA will present Borgmann with the award at Security Hill Day, an executive event that raises the collective...
‘No master plan’ in place to rebuild Pacific Palisades after wildfires, Zatulov says
February 5, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LOS ANGELES—As someone who leads a company that is committed to the safety and security of its customers, Michael Zatulov is finding it extremely challenging as he spearheads efforts to rebuild the Pacific Palisades city and community devastated by the recent wildfires that have left thousands of families homeless.
Zatulov, the president of Elite Interactive Solutions and a member of the Security Systems News 40 under 40 (Class of 2023), and his family are among those who...