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The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) marks the most sweeping rewrite of the Federal Acquisition Regulations in over four decades. As a result, contractors and subcontractors are navigating the intensified focus on domestic sourcing requirements, multi-tiered sourcing provisions and the heightened risk of stop-work orders, contract terminations and settlement processes. However, with change comes opportunity. As the DoD moves to modernise, accelerate awards, streamline regulations and implement...

International SOS, the world’s pioneering health and security risk management services firm, announced a strategic partnership with Exlog Global (Exlog), a boutique, veteran-owned risk solutions provider. Together, they will deliver a seamless, intelligence-led executive services solution that integrates security and protective intelligence in one unified program. Intelligence and threat monitoring The joint solution will feature executive exposure assessments, protective in...

The countdown to Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) is on: from 22 to 25 September 2026, the new international trade fair for the defence industry will make its debut at Messe Essen. With one year still to go, more than 80 exhibitors from twelve countries have already registered, including Belgium, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine, and the USA. In addition, there will be several joint stands with regional and thematic focuses that promote exchange and networking within the industry. I...

Securitas UK has appointed Vicki Beynon as the new Director of its Security Operations Centres. The centres act as UK hubs for Securitas’ operational teams, including dispatch and alarm receiving functions. In her role, Vicki will manage service delivery for customers within the SOCs and new business growth. She brings with her over 25 years’ experience spanning B2B, B2C, and government sectors, driving forward national and global services projects and transformation programmes. Pr...

Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) is making its debut with its own stand at Rü.Net. On 3 and 4 September, the exhibition team will be on hand at the Defence Users Forum to provide information about this new international trade fair for the defence industry. Stand 5 A, located directly at the entrance to the Rhein-Mosel-Halle in Koblenz, will serve as a central point of contact for anyone wishing to find out more about EUDEX. Future trends in the defence industry "This partnership highlights the...

Hanwha Vision has achieved ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management System certification, an internationally recognised standard confirming that the company has strict and independently audited processes in place to prevent, detect, and address bribery. The certification reinforces Hanwha Vision’s brand’s commitment to ethical conduct, professional transparency, and accountability across every stage of its operations, from product design and manufacturing to sales and partne...

ASIS International, a pioneering authority in security standards, is excited to announce the release of its American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standard designed to provide a framework for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving school security. The first comprehensive standard of its kind provides a critical benchmark for assessing and improving a school’s security posture regardless of size and funding. How to secure learning environments  "This sta...

ASSA ABLOY has acquired SiteOwl, a pioneering cloud-based platform that modernises physical security lifecycle management. "I am very pleased to welcome SiteOwl to ASSA ABLOY, an exciting technological addition that will reinforce our current offering within physical security lifecycle management, and provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. Forefront of digital transformation “The SiteOwl acquisition represents an important...

Absolute Security, a pioneer in enterprise cyber resilience, announced that Absolute Resilience for MSPs has launched a newly certified integration with ConnectWise RMM™ on the ConnectWise Asio™ platform. For more details on this new integration, please visit the ConnectWise Marketplace, which connects Managed Service Providers (MSPs) with a vast ecosystem of third-party integrations designed to enhance their service offerings and drive business growth. Digital ecosystem MSPs will...

Trackforce, a pioneer in security workforce management software, announced it was named one of America’s fastest-growing companies on the annual prestigious Inc. 5000 list. The list offers a data-driven snapshot of the most successful independent, entrepreneurial businesses in the U.S.  Advanced integrated solutions Trackforce serves both security firms and corporate security teams across several industries Fueled by the rapid adoption of its advanced integrated solutions, Trackf...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the creation of a new Retail Security Advisory Board and opened a call for SIA member volunteers to join.  The expert-led group will advise the association and the SIA Board of Directors on key retail security topics, work to expand SIA’s influence and expertise in this area, and advance members’ learning. Planned initiatives Planned initiatives for the Retail Security Advisory Board include: Developing retail security res...

Gallagher Security is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Pathak as the new Sales Manager for the Upper North Island region, based in Auckland. This appointment reflects Gallagher’s commitment to strengthening the team with a focus on IT and business intelligence. Sean brings extensive experience from across the technology reseller, vendor, and distribution landscape, giving him a deep appreciation of the full channel ecosystem and the vital role partnerships play in driving...

Allied Universal®,  the world’s pioneering security and facility services company, is proud to announce that six of its team members, its entire executive protection team and one of its training programs have been named finalists for the 2025 U.S. Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). The OSPAs recognise and celebrate the work of individuals, companies, and teams that deliver outstanding security products and services. The U.S. OSPAs awards ceremony will take place on Sept....

Following the global impact of its 2025 Security Industry Trends Report, Gallagher Security is once again calling on security professionals and industry stakeholders to add their voice to a new year of research. The 2026 Security Industry Trends Survey is now open and is designed to uncover the shifts, challenges, and strategic priorities shaping the next era of security. From integrators and consultants to IT professionals and end users, the survey is a unique opportunity to contribute insight...

In an era of heightened uncertainty, from socio-economic instability to the evolving nature of crime and terrorism, organisations are under increasing pressure to protect their people, assets, and reputations.  In response, Carlisle Support Services announces the amplification of its Security Consultancy services, designed to support organisations, safeguard operations, enhance resilience, improve business continuity, as well as prepare to meet new legal and operational responsibilities in...

Hikvision, a world-renowned manufacturer and supplier of security products and solutions that deliver the ideal combination of high performance and extreme value, announced the launch of HikCentral Lite (HCL) v1.1.1 with AcuSeek — a next-generation software platform that brings real-time AI video search and unified system management to facilities of any size. Now embedded in HCL, AcuSeek transforms how teams manage video surveillance, access, and alerts — delivering fast, natural-la...

AlarMax, a major national distributor of fire, security, surveillance, access control, and AV products, is proud to announce the appointment of Todd Zoppo as Regional Vice President – East. This strategic addition reinforces AlarMax’s commitment to growth, service excellence, and expanding its presence across the Eastern United States. With more than 25 years of senior leadership experience in retail, operations, and distribution, Zoppo brings a powerful blend of customer-centric s...

Johnson Controls recently released Software House C•CURE IQ v3.10, the latest advancement to its intelligent security platform. C•CURE v3.10 delivers an integrated access control and video surveillance experience through a single browser-based interface, meeting operator demand for dynamic alarm prioritisation, spatial and occupancy analytics, and attendance reporting. Updated version This updated version allows operators to seamlessly monitor outdoor GIS maps This updated version...

The physical security market continues to move at breakneck speed. Artificial intelligence, analytics, the cloud and edge processing have created new, exciting data points for greater situational awareness and enhanced response. Within this context, unfortunately, come inefficiencies created by years of stitching together disparate solutions that operate in silos and don’t fully integrate with other systems. Challenges in security Wavestore’s Blind Spot Summit 2025 at its global h...

Axis Communications, the industry pioneer in video surveillance, announced the promotion of Keith D’Sa to Director of Sales, North America. Previously Country Manager for Canada, D’Sa will now lead the North American field sales organisation, consisting of six U.S. business areas in addition to Canada. In his new role, he will focus on driving continued growth and deepening engagement with Axis’ valued channel partners and customers. D’Sa succeeds longtime sales leader L...

Gallagher Security has now announced the appointment of Jake Kearns as National SMB and Perimeter Manager.  Jake’s role is dedicated to supporting Channel Partners and End Users looking for simplified, self-managed security - without the complexity of an enterprise solution. Jake will also lead Gallagher's perimeter security initiatives in Australia, providing a powerful first line of defence for critical sites. SMB and Perimeter solutions National Sales Manager, Scott Johnstone, s...

Encompassing 200+ sessions tackling vital issues in the security profession, the recently announced GSX session lineup includes in-depth looks at timely issues within the following themes: Crime, Digital Transformation, Information Security, Law and Ethics, Managing Organisations, National Security, Physical and Operational Security, Professional Development, and Risk Management. GSX will also feature three unique keynote speakers. Read on for a closer look at these dynamic keynotes a...

The new official plugin developed by San2 allows LDA Audio Tech's NEO and NEO+ public address and voice evacuation systems to be directly integrated into the Genetec Security Centre platform, one of the most powerful solutions on the market for unified security management. This integration expands the possibilities for LDA partners, distributors and integrators working on projects with advanced and larger needs, where centralised management of video, access control, intrusion detection and now...

Genetec Inc., the pioneer in enterprise physical security software, announced that CDW Corporation, a pioneering multi-brand provider of IT solutions in the U.S., U.K., and Canada, has deployed the Genetec™ Security Centre platform to standardise and unify its physical security operations across over 50 global sites and distribution centres. Faced with a fragmented security infrastructure inherited through years of growth and acquisitions, CDW’s Global Security team sought...

Aaron Kernaghan, Managing Director of security and monitoring company, Ecl-ips, has stepped up to take on a major role in the Midlands region of the National Security Inspectorate (NSI). This is the pioneering certification organisation for providers of security systems. He has become the Regional Assistant Chairman and will represent the Midlands region on the NSI technical committee. As the Assistant Chairman, Aaron deputises for the Regional Chairman, Ian Ramsay, Managing Director of Coventr...

Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, is excited to announce an investment from Chicago-based private equity firm CIVC Partners. The transaction, coordinated by security-sector investment bank Barnes Associates, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of both Elite and the broader remote guarding industry. Category of proactive security “This is a defining moment not just for Elite, but for the entire category of proac...

IDIS Americas, one of the industry’s most comprehensive manufacturers of high-performance, value-added video surveillance solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Darron Parker to the position of Executive Vice President of Sales, IDIS Americas. Based in Canada, Mr. Parker will lead the IDIS Americas sales and business development organisation, overseeing the company’s growing network of integration and distribution partners, as well as its expanding base of end users....

Allegion US, a pioneering provider of security products, technology and solutions, announced the launch of Overtur™ Key System Management, a cloud-based subscription solution that offers authorised users a simpler way to view, manage, track and update a building’s key system – regardless of complexity. Overtur Key System Management is an extension of the Overtur digital environment, which empowers project teams to collaborate in real time on the design, specification, construc...

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, announced it will launch its second data centre in South Korea by the end of June 2025 in response to the growing demand for cloud computing and AI services from local businesses. The investment – made three years after the establishment of Alibaba Cloud’s first data centre in South Korea in 2022 - demonstrates its continued commitment to investing in South Korea, fostering AI transformation among loca...

Allied Universal®, the globally renowned global security and facility services company, announced that its Unified Command Centre Solution has received a 2025 Commercial Integrator BEST Award in the category of “Surveillance Storage/Management Solutions.” The awards are given in 37 categories and recognise products and services that can enhance commercial integrators’ businesses, including making them more profitable and sustainable. Integrating real-time video analytics...