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ADI | Snap One is demonstrating its expansive portfolio at ISC West 2025 from April 2 – 4, at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. In Booth #12043, visitors can explore an assortment of technologies and solutions across multiple product categories, including security, video surveillance, automation, power, networking, remote management, data communications, fire and life safety, smart living, and more.  ADI | Snap One exhibits at ISC West 2025 “As a combined business, we're focused on expanding our portfolio, enhancing our distribution capabilities, and accelerating our product innovation to ensure we meet the diverse needs of our customers,” said Marco Cardazzi, Senior Vice President (SVP), & Chief Marketing Officer, ADI Global Distribution. He adds, “At ISC West, we're excited to showcase our broad selection of products, including both our top-tier distributed brands and our own exclusive brands. This combination allows us to offer a comprehensive range of solutions, giving customers a variety of options that empower them to succeed.” ADI | Snap One’s 2025 product roadmap Attendees can get a first-hand look at ADI | Snap One’s 2025 product roadmap Attendees can get a first-hand look at ADI | Snap One’s 2025 product roadmap that includes a host of new innovations tailored to the evolving needs of security and integration professionals. Some of the technologies on display include: Control4 X4 ADI | Snap One is showcasing a significant milestone in customised control and automation – Control4 X4. This next generation of the Control4 experience for users will offer a refined interface that is designed to deliver enhanced personalisation of security and automation settings, richer engagement, and intuitive navigation, benefiting both end-users and integrators alike. Control4 X4 delivers a way to manage a smart home ecosystem with a streamlined Home Screen, curated and customisable Routines, and Widgets for quick access to key functions — whether across the entire home or in a single room. OvrC Pro Attendees can explore how the integration of the OvrC Pro remote monitoring platform with Control4 CORE and CA Controllers enhances system visibility and management within a complete Control4 ecosystem. This includes Luma X20 Series surveillance cameras, WattBox 820 Series power distribution units, and Access Networks Wi-Fi components — all of which feature native OvrC integration for seamless remote monitoring and control. Luma Surveillance ADI | Snap One evolves its Luma camera line to meet the growing security needs As surveillance technology continues to advance, ADI | Snap One evolves its Luma camera line to meet the growing security needs of both residential and commercial environments. The recent introduction of the new line of Luma 4K Hybrid cameras and the X20 Fisheye Camera delivers enhanced performance with versatile designs. The Hybrid 4K camera features Active Deterrence, which utilises built-in LED lights, a microphone, and a speaker to enhance security. These added security measures are powered by the camera’s advanced AI technology, allowing it to distinguish between people and vehicles and capture crucial, defining details like vehicle colour, and more. Araknis and Access Networks with OvrC Integration ADI | Snap One will showcase how the successful integration of OvrC remote monitoring with advanced Wi-Fi networking solutions from Araknis and Access Networks enhances efficiency for systems integrators while delivering a superior connectivity experience for customers. With OvrC, integrators can remotely configure, monitor, and manage home and business networks via the cloud, streamlining deployment and ongoing support. Outdoor Audio Surroundscape series is designed to deliver greater durability, scalability, and simpler installation Building on the legacy of Episode’s landscape speaker offering, Surroundscape series is designed to deliver greater durability, scalability, and simpler installation for outdoor environments. Episode Radiance, which combines audio and lighting on a single wire to create beautiful ambience for outdoor projects, will be on display, as well as Episode Extreme, a weatherproof indoor and outdoor speaker designed to withstand the toughest conditions. Mission 500 Security 5K/2K Run Additional distributed product brands on display in the booth will include Resideo, Honeywell Fire, Napco, Axis Communications, Pelco, HID, Yale, ProdataKey, eero, and more. In addition to activities on the show floor, ADI | Snap One is participating in the Mission 500 Security 5K/2K Run on Thursday April 3, helping to raise funds for children in need across the country.

The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Innovation Awards, recognising excellence and innovation within the electronic security and life safety industry. These prestigious awards highlight next-generation products and services that present significant growth opportunities for integrator companies. A comprehensive set of criteria An independent panel of judges selected the winners based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including ingenuity, applicability, response to market needs, and more. The 2024 ESX Innovation Awards Judging Panel, led by Preston Atkins, Systems Engineer at Certified Alarm Co. of AL Inc., also included Richard Tampier, VP of Everon Solutions, Jamie Byrd, VP of Business Development at Security Central, and Gregory R. Breyer, Director of Fire Business Development at Zeus Fire & Security. ESX extends its gratitude to these judges for their dedication and expertise in recognising forward-thinking ideas within the security industry. Efficiency and profitability "The ESX Innovation Award winners showcase the industry's pioneering-edge advancements,” explains ESX Chairman, George De Marco. “These innovative products and services are driving efficiency and profitability. Congratulations to this year's outstanding innovators for shaping the future of security and life safety technology." 2024 ESX Innovation Award Winners ESX congratulates the visionary companies behind these breakthrough technologies. Winners are listed in alphabetical order by category: Access Control/ ID Systems Readers / Keypads AC-2DM by Aiphone Fire/ Life Safety Detection Appliances – Smoke / Heat / Gas Detection Services FireProtect 2 RB (Heat/Smoke/CO) UL Jeweller by Ajax Systems Cellular / Radio Communications Super Dual ™ StarLink Fire Max2 Supervised Dual SIM/ Dual Path Communicator by NAPCO Security Technologies Inc. Installation/ Service Tools Tools / Testers Camerashine Surveillance Cleaning Kit– Clean Any Camera Safely from the Ground by Camerashine Systems Design / LifeCycle Maintenance – Commercial System Surveyor 2.0 by System Surveyor Intrusion Systems Outdoor Detection MotionCam Outdoor (PhOD) Jeweller by Ajax Systems Monitoring (Central Station) Alarm Monitoring for End User Patented Becklar Engage Platform– an AI-Powered Platform that Makes a Difference in the Moments that Matter by Becklar Smart Home IT / Networking Araknis 920-Series Switch by Snap One Home Automation / Home Control Systems Control4 Halo Touch Remote by Snap One Specialty Products & Services Power Supplies & Batteries CP1500PFCRM2U PFC Sinewave Short-Depth UPS System by CyperPower Systems Video Surveillance Managed Video Advanced Interactive Video Monitoring and Remote Guarding Solution – Eyeforce by Becklar Video Analytics Alarm.com: AI Deterrence (AID) by Alarm.com Video Management Software Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing/ Eagle Eye 911 Public Safety Sharing Complete by Eagle Eye Networks Megapixel / HD Cameras First Alert VX3 HD Outdoor Camera by Resideo IP Cameras TurretCam (8 Mp/2.8mm) by Ajax Systems The ESX Innovation Awards continue to spotlight the innovative efforts of companies that are shaping the future of the security and life safety industry. The awards ceremony will take place during the ESX 2024 Expo, where attendees can explore these innovative products and services. TechVision challenge TechVision Challenge is an opportunity for manufacturers and service providers The TechVision Challenge is a Shark Tank Style Competition held at ESX where judges recognise outstanding products and services that drive the electronic security and life safety industry forward. The TechVision Challenge is an opportunity for manufacturers and service providers to come up with innovative end-user offerings and tools that help dealers, integrators, and monitoring professionals become more efficient and profitable. Judging criteria The selection of the winner is based on specific judging criteria that include: Features & Functions Aesthetic & Design Qualities Groundbreaking or Innovative Improving End User Experience Overall WOW Factor Improves Efficiency Increases Company Value Regulatory Compliance It is up to each contestant to prepare their presentations for the competition and the TechVision Challenge judging criteria will be used to determine what product or service will be named Best of Show for ESX 2024. Interactive judging panel In 2024, 9 participants from the Innovation Awards judging process were invited to compete in the TechVision Challenge and an interactive judging panel of a minimum of 3 judges watched the presentations. The judges then have up to 12 minutes for each presentation to judge each product. In 2024, they had incredible products in the competition for “Best of Show”, but the ultimate winner was Ajax Systems for the FireProtect 2 RB (Heat/Smoke/CO) UL Jeweller with runner-up Eagle Eye Networks for their Eagle Eye 911 Camera Sharing/ Eagle Eye 911 Public Safety Sharing Complete.

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2022 keynote speakers, featured panel sessions, and executive interviews for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s executive conference, taking place Oct. 18-19 at the InterContinental Times Square in New York City. At SNG 2022, the security industry will gather for top-level information sharing, networking, and business analysis. Keynote presentation Securing New Ground 2022 conference will shape industry trends and offer opportunities to engage with the leaders who are driving the future of security. In a dynamic keynote presentation on Day 2 of SNG, Phil Mackintosh, Chief economist and senior vice president at Nasdaq will share insights into market conditions and financial indicators that are likely to impact the U.S. and global economies, particularly for companies in the technology sectors. Exclusive interviews  SNG attendees will also unlock access to the following exclusive executive interviews: A discussion with Mike Mansuetti, president, of North America, at Bosch on supply chain and other critical pressures facing businesses. A session with Rich Tucker, legal, privacy, and regulatory senior vice president (SVP) at CLEAR, highlighting key privacy and security topics. An interview with John Kedzierski, SVP and general manager of video security and access control at Motorola Solutions, about what’s next for the powerhouse firm and leveraging market conditions to capitalise on industry growth opportunities. SNG Founders’ Panel Practitioner-led panels from CISOs and CSOs and their teams will also be a highlight of the event’s first day Additionally, the conference agenda includes the first-ever SNG Founders’ Panel, which will share a look inside the minds of the creators of some of the security industry’s most successful firms, including John Moss, chief product officer at LenelS2, and Dick Soloway, CEO at NAPCO Security Technologies. Practitioner-led panels from CISOs and CSOs and their teams will also be a highlight of the event’s first day, featuring security executives from many of the world’s top organisations and brands, including leading technology companies. Information-packed program “The Securing New Ground conference is where the security industry’s leaders, innovators, and pioneers gather to delve deep into the business and security topics that matter most,” said SIA Board of Directors Chair James Rothstein. “We look forward to delivering an information-packed program with top-quality networking and engagement opportunities for our 2022 conference attendees. SNG is truly a unique and valuable window into the future of the security industry.” Addressing the current and cutting-edge issues  The 2022 SNG program will share investment insights for the security industry, and foster new connections The 2022 SNG program 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 cybersecurity threats and converged security; share investment insights for the security industry, and foster new connections through interactive sessions and dynamic roundtable discussions. In addition to the founder’s panel, keynote, and executive interview sessions, attendees will hear perspectives and takeaways from experts at companies like Meta, ADT, WESCO, Hanwha Techwin America, dormakaba Americas, ADI Global Distribution, Kastle Systems, Axis Communications, Brivo, HID Global, Latch, Honeywell, Trellix, Raymond James, Imperial Capital, NBCUniversal Media, and many more leading organisations. View the full agenda on the website. SNG 2022 SNG registration is free for government security leaders and just $99 for security practitioners, including security managers, chief security officers, and security directors. Industry registrants can save $300 by registering in advance of the event; learn more and register here. SNG 2022 is sponsored by ASSA ABLOY, Allegion, AMAG Technology, Axis Communications, Axon, Bosch, Brivo, Cloudastructure, Convergint, dormakaba, Eagle Eye Networks, Hanwha Techwin America, Houlihan Lokey, Imperial Capital, LenelS2, Louroe Electronics, Milestone Systems, Motorola Solutions, Prosegur, PSA Security Network, Raymond James, System Surveyor, Unlimited Technology and WESCO, and supported by industry partner ISC Security Events and media partners SDM Magazine and Security Journal Americas.

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.

Overwhelmed by too many choices for an access control system? Where do you start? Always seeking to help, SourceSecurity.com asked access control suppliers to describe what differentiating characteristics set their systems apart from others in the market. AMAG: Easy migration, simple pricing model AMAG’s Symmetry platform includes access control, photo ID badging, visitor management and digital video server software, all standard in an integrated solution. The pricing model is easy – up to 512 readers can be added to the software platform; most options are covered with the base charge. The platform is cost-effective, even for small systems. The Symmetry Retrofit program provides easy migration (without a screwdriver) from legacy or end-of-life products such as Casi/GE systems. Options include the Threat Level Manager, which can customise system settings based on a selected level of threat. Symmetry is also compatible with G4S’ One Facility workflow management system, and Symmetry Web thin client application enables use of mobile devices. AMAG’s new true two-door PoE controller includes two reader ports, two lock relays, two REQs and two door status inputs. AMAG has a long list of third-party integrations. Brivo Systems: A truly cloud-based system Brivo Systems provides access control in a truly cloud-based system in a software as a service (SaaS), recurring revenue model. All firmware and software systems are updated automatically. The cloud service works with Brivo’s IP door controllers. End users only pay for what they use. Continental Access: From one door to ten thousand CardAccess 3000 software by Continental Access is easy to use and yet enterprise class – able to control access to one door or to ten thousands of doors in locations worldwide. Designed by Continental Access in the United States, the robust hardware continues a legacy of the company founded in 1961. Total cost of ownership is low; Continental Access does not charge mandatory end user support fees to integrators. Additionally, CardAccess 3000 is integrated with video management systems and other systems such as visitor management, time and attendance, gated community software and several sister companies’ products – Napco intrusion products and Alarm Lock wireless Networx and ArchiTech Locks (with Marks locking hardware). Web-delivered user interface benefits end users and integrators in terms of lower total cost of ownership as well as ease of operability Frontier Security’s deep integration with video Frontier Security’s access control system features deep integration with video, providing a more efficient and powerful process to correlate access events and transactions with corresponding video. Another capability is advanced alarm filtering and routing to provide alarms to the appropriate parties. Frontier also provides powerful capabilities to filter and view card transactions. The new HTML5 web interface provides an easy way to access common functionalities from browsers and tablets. Galaxy Control Systems: Easy to upsell Galaxy Control Systems' System Galaxy software solution is not “brand”-dependent and is easily implemented in existing systems to enhance functionality. Improvements in performance and efficiency available with new and evolving access control technologies are even more valuable to integrators and end users when they are interoperable with earlier generations of systems. System Galaxy enables systems integrators to cost-effectively upsell business. The backwards-compatible software enables future business development with new customers who have old systems. The advanced architecture also allows dealers and integrators to offer access control as a managed service. Multi-client functionality can manage and control several systems on a single backbone, much like the approach found in facilities that have multiple tenants.  Genetec’s unified Security Center The Genetec access control system, Synergis, is built into to the company’s unified Security Center platform, which brings together IP video surveillance and access control into one easy-to-use solution. Common security operations from multiple systems are standardised, including monitoring, reporting, alarm management and configuration. Within a single intuitive client application, operators can see corresponding video each time a cardholder touches their card to a reader. The cardholder information is displayed automatically. In case of an access-denied alarm, operators can quickly address the situation by confirming the cardholder’s identity and assigned access rights. Decision-making and investigations are faster because operators don’t have to navigate among different applications to understand what took place. Redundancy is achieved at the controller level, not simply from a redundant network server Honeywell: A choice for anybody Honeywell offers two access control systems – the ProWatch geared toward enterprise customers and the self-contained WinPak for entry-level to mid-market applications. Sold through dealer/integrators, ProWatch implementations are customised for each customer and include the Honeywell SDK to ensure integration with a wide range of existing equipment. Customers include enterprise, Fortune 500, and multi-city and countrywide applications, including multiple points of control. There is no limit to the number of doors and card-holders – one centre manages 10,000 doors. WinPak comes in three “flavours” – the XE entry level for 1 to 16 doors, the mid-range SE for 16 to 32 doors, and the PE (professional edition) geared toward multiple locations, including field offices or satellites. WinPak has dozens of native integrations. PCSC’s Fault Tolerant Controller PCSC’s flagship access control product, the Fault Tolerant access controller, uses a patented process for automated system recovery. If a primary controller should fail, an alternative controller automatically takes over the duties of the failed controller. Redundancy is achieved at the controller level, not simply from a redundant network server. The Fault Tolerant Controller also uses a Hydra Protocol to use peer-to-peer communication to keep the system updated. Ethernet and PoE are standard, and optional wireless mesh communication is also available. For integrators, the system provides better reliability with fewer problems both from a system network and physical security point of view. Result: Lower installation and operating expenses and better performance and security. S2 Security features web-delivered interface S2 Security access control products use a web-delivered user interface. Customers can access their systems without requiring an installed client, whether in a fixed or mobile environment. Credential-based access control, intrusion detection and video applications are integrated seamlessly for a unified management and administration experience. The web-delivered user interface benefits end users and integrators in terms of lower total cost of ownership as well as ease of operability. No software installation or client license fees are required. The system can be accessed from any authorized computer, and key access control functions are also available on mobile devices using S2 Mobile Security Officer. Security is more unified because both physical and logical security apps can share a common database Tyco Security provides plenty of options Software House’s C-Cure 9000 combines its iSTAR Door Controller with enterprise-level access control features. A scalable, fully distributed and robust architecture – empowered by iSTAR controllers – can meet complex regional, global and enterprise access control challenges. Kantech access control solutions from Tyco Security Products offers low installation cost and ease of use. Minimising installation time and need for product knowledge decreases total cost of ownership, both related to software and hardware-based solutions. CEM Systems’ AC2000 access control system differentiates itself by its IP Edge devices, such as the Emerald reader, a terminal at the door that has the ability to run applications like a smart phone or tablet. This capability allows customers to post announcements on the keypad or even add a checklist to access control decisions for things like health and safety or hazardous areas. Viscount Systems emphasises IT Eliminating proprietary panels altogether, the software and databases of Viscount Systems’ Freedom access control system are hosted on physical or virtual servers. Multiple synchronised servers provide higher security, built-in resiliency and the ability for IT departments to leverage existing infrastructure. With the Freedom solution, integrators and end users can utilise native IT software that resides on a non-proprietary server and is deployed virtually across multiple servers or in the cloud. Updates are done in real-time and under the control of the customer. Leveraging existing IT infrastructure and resources also makes the Freedom solution cost-efficient and scalable. Security is more unified because both physical and logical security apps can share a common database.