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We close out the 2024 portion of our 2025 Security Industry Predictions series with Chris Hugman, the co-founder and chief executive officer at System Surveyor. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Chris Hugman: Security technology is evolving very quickly. From an embedded base standpoint, however, there are billions of dollars in technology already deployed in the field. The ability to identify eligible devices and system requirements for retrofit and upgrade to those devices with new functionality represents a substantial upside for security integrators and manufacturers alike. To be more specific, these upgrades are needed in the areas of video surveillance, access control, audio visual, cable infrastructure, sensors and others due to adv...

We asked more than two dozen security industry heavyweights to participate in our 2025 Security Industry Predictions series, giving them questions about the latest technology, the best and worst of the sector and something that might catch their counterparts off-guard. Our insiders definitely weren’t shy about sharing their thoughts on the future of the security industry. We don’t know how many — if any — of their prognostications will come true but it’ll be interesting to follow along with their 2025 expectations and see where the industry actually goes over the next year. This year’s Security Industry Predictions include executives from industry associations, our longtime columnists and some of the newest members of the SSI Industry Hall of Fame. All Our 2025 Security Industry Predictions in One Place Here’s a compilation of everything we’ve learned about what to expect in the security industry in 2025 and beyond. We’ll update this post through early January as we add more prog...

We continue our 2025 Security Industry Predictions series with George Brody, president of Telguard. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. George Brody: Certainly the communication solutions from the premise to the central monitoring center is a prime market opportunity for dealers, installers and integrators in 2025 and future years. There are several factors. First is POTS lines are not being maintained, expensive and eventually will be going away. The perfect solution is cellular communications for alarm delivery for both residential and commercial markets. The latest technology of multi-carrier coverage and capacity provides the Big 3 carriers (AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile) all-in-one units for maximum reliability and the ultimate in com...

Today’s entry in our ongoing 2025 Security Industry Predictions series comes from Corey Mutterperl, vice president at Speco Technologies. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Corey Mutterperl: The integration of artificial intelligence-driven video analytics and cloud-based solutions will likely represent the most profitable growth areas for security professionals. These technologies enable smarter, proactive monitoring and deliver real-time insights—moving the industry beyond reactive security models and toward intelligent, predictive and data-driven solutions. In the background, The Monitoring Association’s introduction of AVS-01 alarm verification scoring standard stands to shake things up. Before AVS-01, there was no standard procedure fo...

SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association ( SIA ) recently unveiled its enhanced and expanded Security Cornerstones Learning Series , which offers “essential education on core business and technology topics within the security industry,” according to the association announcement. Security Cornerstones is a “comprehensive, flexible training solution designed to provide novice professionals with a clear understanding of physical security technologies and best practices and expand technical knowledge for experienced employees by exploring industry elements they may not encounter daily,” the announcement says. “In the redesigned and expanded Cornerstones Learning Series, participants explore the technical aspects of physical and cyber security in access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, data protection and more,” says Dr. Elli Reges, director of learning and development of SIA, in the association announcement. “The program highlights exciting capabilities ...

Retail giant Walmart recently launched a pilot program in which store employees at some of its U.S. locations wear body cameras, according to a CNBC report. Related: TJ Maxx and Marshalls Employees Are Wearing Body Cams During Their Shifts It’s not clear how many Walmart stores have deployed employee-worn body cameras, but some locations now have signs at entry points warning shoppers that it has “body-worn cameras in use,” according to witnesses and photos posted online, the report says. The Walmart store in Denton, Texas — about 40 miles north of Dallas — had an associate checking receipts while wearing a yellow-and-black body camera earlier this month, according to a shopper who shared a photo with CNBC. “While we don’t talk about the specifics of our security measures, we are always looking at new and innovative technology used across the retail industry,” a Walmart spokesperson told CNBC in its report. “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate th...

The 2025 Security Industry Predictions series continues today with Julie Roehm, chief marketing officer at Convergint. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning.  Julie Boehm: Artificial intelligence and cloud-driven solutions will continue to be one of the biggest market opportunities for security integrators in the upcoming year, as customers across nearly every sector look for fully integrated, easy-to-manage, and automated security systems to keep up with mounting threat (both physical and cyber). Related: Convergint and Deloitte Forge Alliance on Integrated Cyber-Physical Security Solutions Implementation of AI and cloud technologies across video analytics, access control, facility management and more will heat up in 2025 – as organi...

Today’s prognosticator in our ongoing 2025 Security Industry Predictions series is a familiar name to Security Sales & Integration readers: former longtime editor-in-chief Scott Goldfine, who still writes his Between Us Pros column for us while working as marketing director for Elite Interactive Solutions. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Scott Goldfine: While interactive video combined with audio has had an industry presence the past couple of decades, it has only been the past couple of years that it has come of age with remote guarding maturing as a viable offering. Thanks to several years of trial and error to perfect this service, along with technology finally catching up to the vision and dream of true, proactive crime preventio...

Our latest entrant in the 2025 Security Industry Predictions series is Vinny Peone, director of marketing for Eastern Security Services and Intelli-Tec Security Services . Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Vinny Peone: I believe monitored video solutions will be the most profitable growth opportunity for dealers and integrators in the coming years. Demand for these solutions is surging, driving significant advances in both hardware and software, such as artificial intelligence-driven analytics for real-time threat detection and enhanced video resolution. Paired with a reliable central station that offers immediate response capabilities, these systems deliver proactive security by not only deterring crime but also providing actionable insig...

Our latest set of 2025 Security Industry Predictions come from Rachelle Loyear, vice president of integrated security solutions at Allied Universal. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Rachelle Loyear: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into security systems is a significant growth opportunity. These technologies enhance threat detection, automate responses, and provide predictive analytics, leading to more proactive security measures. The increasing sophistication of cyberthreats to physical security infrastructure necessitates advanced solutions, positioning AI and ML as critical components in modern security strategies. At Allied Universal, we are continually evaluating the industry and what’s avail...

For U.S. K-12 schools, school districts, institutions of higher education, and healthcare facilities, video surveillance is a must-have technology that most campus public safety and security departments use every day, according to the  2024 Video Surveillance Survey from SSI’s sister publication, Campus Safety. Related: AI and Video Analytics Deep Dive: How to Make the Most of Endless Information Nearly 200 campus security and police executives participated in this year’s survey, which was conducted in November. Nearly all of the respondents (98%) said their organization has at least one video surveillance system. Additionally, 59% of this year’s participants not only have security cameras but are also looking to expand, update or replace what they have in the next two years. Which features are most important to campus security executives, how are their video surveillance systems being used, and what is prompting so many campuses to upgrade their cameras? Read on t...

Today’s 2025 Security Industry Predictions series entry come from Davis Mergers & Acquisitions partner and 2024 SSI Industry Hall of Fame inductee Kelly Bond. Security Sales & Integration: On the business and operations side, which single factor (e.g., interest rates, talent-related issues, geopolitical stressors) poses the biggest challenge for security businesses right now? How can business owners mitigate their downside risk? Kelly Bond: One of the biggest challenges for security businesses today is keeping pace with rapidly advancing technology. While innovations like cloud solutions and artificial intelligence offer new revenue-generating opportunities, they also require significant investments of time, money, and education to adopt effectively. Related: The Frenzy of Mergers and Acquisition Activity in the Electronic Security Industry For small businesses, this strain is compounded by limited resources, both in personnel and time. To mitigate these risks, b...

QUINCY, Mass. – The National Fire Protection Association ‘s National Electrical Code (NEC) Correlating Committee is seeking feedback on its proposed reorganization of the 2029 edition of NFPA 70, better known as the National Electrical Code. Related: Silent Night, Fiery Night: December is Leading Month for U.S. Home Fires The National Electric Code is “the most widely used installation safety code in the U.S. and utilized globally to safeguard people and property from electrical hazards,” according to the NFPA announcement. Since its establishment in 1937, the current structure of the NEC has been utilized and has provided a stable platform for electricians, contractors, engineers and training program professionals. However, as the installation and use of electrical systems and equipment has evolved, particularly over the past two decades, industry trends, advancements in technology, and increasingly complex terminology have created a need for workers to more efficiently le...

AUSTIN, Texas—Athena Security, a provider of advanced, AI-enabled security solutions, has launched its newly created Workforce Multiplier weapons detection system with integrated AI X-ray scanning technology. Together, Athena Security ’s AI-powered weapons detection and AI X-ray provide accuracy and efficiency in identifying potential threats. The new AI X-ray scanning technology fully integrates into Athena’s WDS system and requires only one operator to manage both platforms. “Our new integrated Workforce Multiplier A.I. software marks a significant step forward in our mission to help save lives,” states Lisa Falzone, co-founder and president of Athena Security . “By combining our proven weapons detection system software with advanced A.I. X-ray technology, we are empowering organizations to proactively identify and mitigate potential threats to help ensure the safety of their employees, customers, and visitors.” Workforce Multiplier Streamlines Security Teams for the Better Use o...

The security industry is undergoing a seismic shift as advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), redefine how we protect critical spaces like schools, hospitals and government facilities. These advancements promise to enhance safety, improve efficiency and reduce costs. Yet, with these changes come challenges: organizations must not only adopt cutting-edge solutions but also rethink how they approach security. Security integrators are uniquely positioned to guide organizations through this transformation. By helping their clients anticipate emerging trends and embrace innovative solutions, integrators play a pivotal role in shaping the future of security. In this article, we explore three key areas where integrators can lead the way: adopting proactive security strategies, redefining the role of personnel, and implementing integrated systems for comprehensive protection. Adopting Proactive Security Technology Strategies No more addressing incidents after t...

Today’s entry in our ongoing 2025 Security Industry Predictions series is Matt Barnette, chief executive officer and president of PSA Security Network. Security Sales & Integration: Without getting into any specific vendors or branded solutions, what technology category or solution area do you see as 2025’s ripest, most profitable growth opportunity for security dealers, installers and integrators? Explain your reasoning. Matt Barnette: Some market fundamentals don’t change overnight. I think that is the case here. The two major business drivers in the integrator market are access control and video. Cameras traditionally outsell card readers 10 to 1. Cameras, and the systems that management them, will continue to prolificate and outsell access control. And the features of new cameras and the systems they are connected to are increasing exponentially. For example, the picture quality and video performance of a five-year-old camera versus a new version today is massive. The a...