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Interface Systems, a managed service provider of business security, actionable insights, and purpose-built networks for multi-location businesses announced the integration of DMP alarm panels into its interactive Security Operations Centres (iSOCs). This underscores Interface’s mission to extend the capabilities of its iSOCs by seamlessly integrating leading business security solutions with the iSOC remote video monitoring technology. New possibilities The incorporation of DMP panels into Interface Systems' iSOCs opens up new possibilities for businesses that have either implemented DMP panels or plan on upgrading to DMP for their security needs. With this latest integration, customers will have access to add-on interactive services that go beyond traditional alarm monitoring and standalone video surveillance. Video-verified alarm services  Leverage Interface’s virtual guard solutions with interactive monitoring capabilities Customers can easily upgrade to video-verified alarm services and leverage Interface’s virtual guard solutions with interactive monitoring capabilities. Interface can deploy microphones, speaker units, discreet emergency activation hubs, and advanced security cameras to allow its intervention specialists at iSOCs to see, hear and directly speak to employees at the locations being monitored.  Enhanced security and flexibility This two-way communication capability enhances security, response times, and situational awareness, ultimately adding new layers of safety and protection to businesses. The integration offers customers the flexibility to choose from a wide range of add-on services such as virtual walkthroughs, voice-downs, opening and closing security escorts, and compliance audits. Interface iSOC Interface iSOC is widely regarded as one of the very best state-of-the-art interactive video monitoring centres" “We are thrilled to have our intrusion control panels integrated into the Interface Systems iSOC,” said Mark Hillenburg, VP of Industry Relations, DMP. "The Interface iSOC is widely regarded as one of the very best state-of-the-art interactive video monitoring centres, and we are very excited to be working closely with them and look forward to growing our partnership with Interface." Comprehensive security solutions "As a pioneering managed service provider in business security, Interface Systems is committed to staying at the forefront of technology to meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said Brian Garavuso, Chief Technology Officer at Interface Systems. “This latest integration reinforces Interface Systems' dedication to empowering consumer-facing, multi-location businesses with comprehensive security solutions designed to tackle prevailing and emerging security threats.”

Digital Monitoring Products® Inc. (DMP®), the world’s pioneering manufacturer of security solutions, announces a strategic investment in iENSO Inc, the world’s pioneering developer and supplier of intelligent and connected embedded vision platforms. The combination of iENSO’s video expertise and DMP’s extensive record of innovation, quality and customer service in the security industry positions DMP for growth in the rapidly expanding commercial and residential video security market.  Development of innovative products Transaction provides iENSO with access to DMP's extensive American resources "We’re excited about iENSO joining the DMP family as they will help us deliver an even more comprehensive and highly integrated range of video products to our dealer network,” stated Rick Britton, CEO of DMP. “With iENSO, we will provide our dealers with the most innovative video security solutions in the market.” The transaction provides iENSO with access to DMP's extensive North American manufacturing resources, expertise, and dealer network, facilitating accelerated growth and the ongoing development of innovative camera products, cloud services and sensing solutions for all its core markets. Author's quote "We are excited about our relationship with DMP, a group that shares our dedication to providing exceptional value and technology to our customers," said Sebastien Dignard, President of iENSO. He adds, "This relationship will allow us to more effectively deploy our camera and cloud solutions in security while continuing to give us the flexibility to expand in other markets that require best-in-class imaging solutions.”

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2022 schedule, speaker lineup and programme for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s executive conference, taking place from October 18 to October 19, 2022, at the Intercontinental Times Square, in New York City, USA. At SNG 2022, the security industry will gather for top-level information sharing, networking and business analysis. 2022 Securing New Ground The 2022 Securing New Ground conference will shape industry trends and offer opportunities to engage with the leaders, who are driving the future of security. The 2022 conference will explore the most current and cutting-edge issues, like security as PropTech The 2022 conference will explore the most current and cutting-edge issues, like security as PropTech and the industry’s supply chain, share chief information officer and chief information security officer perspectives on cyber security threats and converged security, share investment insights for the security industry, and foster new connections through interactive sessions and dynamic roundtable discussions. Star-studded panel of corporate security leaders New for 2022 is a star-studded panel of corporate security leaders who will be exploring challenges ranging from big data and cyber security of physical security solutions to how to gain intelligence from enterprise-level security system installations. “After two years of hosting Securing New Ground virtually, SIA is thrilled to gather the industry’s brightest minds, biggest players and most driven entrepreneurs again for SNG 2022,” said Security Industry Association - SIA’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Don Erickson. Reconnect and share ideas and insights He adds, “There’s been tremendous enthusiasm from our speakers and first wave of conference registrants, who are all looking forward to being back together in New York City to reconnect and share ideas and insights at the most visionary event in security.” Important session and conversation topics at SNG 2022 will include: How industry executives are addressing major trends, challenges and shifts in global security? Predictions on the supply chain of security and other emerging pressures. How security as PropTech presents new growth opportunities for security companies? Business conditions facing the systems integration sector. How to turn artificial intelligence into real-world solutions? How chief security officers are using big data to be more effective? The latest industry investment insights, including perspectives on Wall Street, private equity and mergers and acquisitions. Early confirmed speakers for SNG 2022 include: Matt Barnette, CEO, PSA Security Network Michael Beckerman, CEO, CREtech Maria Castellanos, Account Executive, Convergint Alper Cetingok, Managing Director and Head of Diversified Industrials, Raymond James Tom Cook, Executive Vice President of Sales and Operations, Hanwha Techwin America Dean Drako, Founder and CEO, Eagle Eye Networks Nicole Ford, Chief Information Security Officer, Rockwell Automation Bill Geary, Executive Vice President and General Manager, communications and security solutions, WESCO Jasvir Gill, Founder and CEO, AlertEnterprise Dee Ann Harn, CEO and President, RFI Enterprises Ronnell Higgins, Associate Vice President for Public Safety and Community Engagement, Yale University Mark Hillenburg, Vice President, Industry Relations, DMP Alex Housten, President, Dormakaba Americas John Kedzierski, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Video Security and Access Control, Motorola Solutions Haniel Lynn, CEO, Kastle Systems John Mack III, Executive Vice President, Imperial Capital Mike Mansuetti, President, North America, Bosch Stephanie Mayes, Vice President of Sales, SiteOwl Fredrik Nilsson, Vice President, Americas, Axis Communications Lee Odess, Senior Vice President, Business and Operations, Latch John Palumbo, CEO, Unlimited Technology James Rothstein, Operating Partner, Lee Equity Partners Thru Shivakumar, CEO, Cohesion Trevor Stewart, President and CEO, Security Control Integrators Nick Stoner, Vice President of PACS North America Channel Sales, HID Global Steve Van Till, Co-Founder, President and CEO, Brivo Jason Veiock, Senior Director, Safety, Security and Resilience, GoDaddy Free of cost event for government security leaders This event is free for government security leaders and just US$ 99 for security practitioners, including security managers, chief security officers and security directors. Industry registration starts at just US$ 795 for those who register before September 2, 2022.

The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) will be held at the Indiana Convention Center, June 3-6, in Indianapolis. The show focusses exclusively on the electronic security and life safety industry, including companies that service the connected Internet of Things (IoT) space for homes and businesses. The ESX Main Stage will highlight inspirational presentations from motivational speakers, Dr. Rick Rigsby and Kevin Brown. In addition, there will be a founder of a drone security company and an Entrepreneur-in-Residence from Kleiner Perkins for OpenXchange, and a Secret Service agent for the Closing Keynote. Sharing best practices and trends In breakout sessions, colleagues and business thought leaders will share best practices, trends and opportunities that helped their own companies and careers, so that others might replicate their successes or minimise their failures. These sessions are aimed at propelling attendees to reimagine their business models and go-to-market strategies, says George De Marco, Chairman of ESX and Managing Partner for DECO Ventures LLC. Examples of breakout sessions include: CounterPoint Forum – “False Alarm Dispatches - A Real Threat or a Nuisance to the Industry?” “Top 3 Ways to Grow Your Video RMR” “5 Faster, Smarter Ways to Improve Cash Flow” “Artificial Intelligence Real Time Video Monitoring Solutions” Promoting security professionals’ growth Our goal is to develop next-gen methods that deliver industry content and promote professional growth"“Each year, we challenge ourselves to raise the bar of the educational sessions and main stage events,” says De Marco. “One of the ways is introducing new faces and voices for the peer-developed and peer-driven educational sessions that offer best practices and identify trends, opportunities and challenges for industry professionals to consider today and in the future. Our goal is to develop next-gen methods that deliver industry content and promote professional growth as the industry pivots to the future.” New entrants and disruptors are challenging traditional go-to-market strategies, causing traditional companies to rethink how they rise above the noise in a changing competitive landscape and handle new consumer buying behaviours, says De Marco. Exhibitors at ESX Exhibitors that support ESX include Interlogix (Diamond sponsor), Napco (Platinum sponsor), Alula and DMP (Gold sponsor), and ADI, Altronix, Bold Group, Essence, ICT, Quick Response, Resideo, Secura key, Security Central and WeSuite (Silver sponsors). ESX seeks to connect exhibitors with the influencers and decision-makers from companies that represent a cross section of dealers, integrators and monitoring companies in North America. The exhibit hall will be the focal point for exhibitors to showcase their latest technology in the city’s impressive convention centre. The exhibit hall will be the focal point for exhibitors to showcase their latest technology in the city’s convention centre “We recognise individuals and companies during the Opening Celebration that help propel the industry forward and at our VIP Event at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway,” says De Marco. “During the day, there are meals around the Main Stage sessions which gather attendees around the table for casual conversation before the presentation begins.” Indianapolis, home of the Indy 500, is a unique location that has a lot to offer the attendees of ESX. A special night at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will invite a limited number of guests to share great food and drinks, to experience a trip around the track in an official pace car, and to ‘kiss the bricks’, a speedway tradition. Centrally located in the US, Indianapolis is a convenient convention destination for travel, whether flying or driving. Connecting with peers and colleagues Another benefit of the show is the cross-section of companies represented in the industry, whether large, medium or small There are also networking opportunities throughout the week. The Pub Crawl, an attendee favourite, is a night where long-time friends gather, and new friendships are made. “This is where the real conversations happen between peers and colleagues about real problems of running and growing a company, and solutions that can make a difference,” says De Marco. Another benefit of the show is the cross-section of companies represented in the industry, whether large, medium or small players. This enables professionals to come together to connect with their peers and colleagues, allowing for deep discussions on how to grow their people, revenues and profits, including mentoring opportunities that encourage leadership development, says De Marco. The subject of finding qualified employees is top of mind for almost every industry today, especially the security industry. Sessions that address hiring and managing employees for industry professionals include  “Hiring from Outside the Monitoring Industry: Surprising Resources for Great Operators” “Maximise New Employees: Why Onboarding is Critical to Their Success” “5 Tips for Effective Employee Performance Evaluations” Helping attendees to reinvent their business “Our focus is primarily on the attendee, helping them connect with suppliers, colleagues and opportunities that reimagine their businesses, so they can be stronger competitors,” says De Marco. “If we can provide the right knowledge to inspire or transform the attendees to take meaningful action or implement change that helps them remain relevant, we believe we have succeeded.” There will be an undercurrent of sadness at ESX this year because the industry recently suffered a loss. George Gunning, former CEO of USA Alarm Systems and one of the founding members of ESX, passed away in February. “We would be remiss if we didn’t recognise his contributions and influence on the industry and ESX over the years,” says De Marco. Another founding member of ESX who has passed away is John Murphy, formerly CEO of Vector Security.