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SDM Editors' Podcast
2025 Systems Integrator of the Year
SDM spoke with Joe Lynch about the company founding and history, changes he has seen in the industry, where he sees AI’s role going forward, and much more.
2025-09-15
35 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Cento, U.K.-Based Talent Solutions Firm, Expands into U.S.
SDM recently spoke with Brent Ennals, CEO, Cento, about the company's decision to expand into the U.S. market. The conversation spanned the firm's approach to helping organizations meet their talent demands as well as Cento's goals in the U.S. market.
2025-06-09
11 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
How Smart Is Your Search?
Net Payne, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, March Networks, talks AI smart search and its capabilities beyond "find the red shirt" or "find the blue van."
2025-05-15
17 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Home Run Talks Launching Fire Alarm Trade School
Greg Diloné, CEO, Home Run Alarm Co. has recently established SAFTI-Tech, a fire alarm trade school that allows technicians to "earn while they learn."
2025-04-30
18 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
i-PRO, Axis & Securitas Talk Sustainability in 2025
In 2025, what does sustainability mean in the security industry? What does it look like? Three industry experts weigh in during an engaging conversation on the topic.
2025-04-21
32 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
ASSA ABLOY Talks Goal-Oriented Leadership
SDM spoke with Peter Boriskin, chief technology officer, ASSA ABLOY Americas, about supporting teams on their path to achieving goals.
2025-04-07
15 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Security Central CEO Talks Success in Monitoring
Caroline Brown, CEO, Security Central, talks trends, tech and philosophy in regard to the monitoring industry.
2025-03-27
12 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Verkada Talks Channel Partner Program
SDM recently sat down with Caleb Augustin, head of channel sales, Verkada, to talk the company's channel partner program with. Augustin offers insight into how Verkada supports its channel partners, the importance of the channel, and Verkada's goal for channel sales to account for 50 percent Verkada's sales.
2025-02-07
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Security Experts Talk Incentivizing Training & Improving Acquisition
How do organizations not only attract talent but ensure they have the right talent? What does modern training curriculum look like? How do you get employees/members to want to seek it out?To answer these questions, SDM spoke with: Candice Aragon, chief experience officer, PSA Network; Elli Reges, Ph.D., director of learning & development, SIA; Ron Hawkins, director of industry relations, SIA; Rebecca Bayne, president, Bayne Consulting & Search; and Kyle Gordon, executive vice president, sales, marketing & commercial excellence, AMAG Technology.
2025-01-24
30 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Security Dealer of the Year Talks Company Culture, Acquisitions & Metrics
SDM spoke with Brent Uhl, president & CEO, Guardian Alarm, about the company's Dealer of the Year win — and why 2025 was Guardian's year. Uhl expands on the company's culture.
2025-01-08
16 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Dean Drako Talks AI & The Evolution of VMS
At Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks' 2024 Cloud Security Summit, SDM sat down with Dean Drako of Eagle Eye Networks to talk AI and the evolution of video managment systems (VMS).
2024-11-07
10 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Insights from 2024's Integrator of the Year: Chimera Integrations
At Brivo and Eagle Eye's 2024 Cloud Security Summit, SDM sat down to talk with Justin Stearns of this year's Systems Integrator of the Year: Chimera Integrations
2024-11-06
11 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
2024 TSI Roundtable With Everon, IPS and Minuteman Security & Life Safety
SDM recently spoke with three companies that ranked on this year's 2024 Top System Integrators list. Dan Bresingham, CEO, Everon; Andy Boyd, CEO, Integrated Protection Services (IPS); and Jospeh Lynch, CEO/founder, Minuteman Security & Life Safety talk about the challenges they overcame and their successes over the past year.
2024-08-05
17 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Alarm.com & Tech Systems Inc. Talk Gunshot Detection, Active Shooter Events & the Integrator
SDM recently spoke with James Reno, vice president, sales, Alarm.com, and Terry Rivet, owner - member, Tech Systems Inc. about the role of the integrator in active shooter events. Specifically, they talk the tech available to help in the event of an active shooter.
2024-07-30
23 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Cloudastructure CEO Talks Helping the Integrator
SDM recently spoke with James McCormick, CEO, Cloudastructure, about opportunities in multi-family, ROI, network connectivity and the common challenges faced by integrators in cloud-based video and remote guarding solutions.
2024-07-26
14 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
TMA Talks Free Online AVS-01 Training
SDM spoke with Steve Butkovich, president, The Monitoring Association (TMA), and Julie Webber, vice president, education & training, TMA, about the AVS-01 standard and the association's free online AVS-01 training.
2024-07-22
24 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Acom & Owen Security Talk Growth on the 2024 SDM 100
SDM recently spoke with Sam Phillips, vice president, customer experience, Acom Integrated Solutions, and Chris Pierce, president, Owen Security Solutions, about both company’s growth on the SDM 100 — including the challenges they faced and what they believe drove their successes.
2024-06-13
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Convergint & Zenitel Talk Social Responsibility Day
SDM spoke with Dan Rothrock, president of the Americas, Zenitel, and Tony Varco, vice president of security & marketing, Convergint, about event which is becoming an industry-wide institution: Social Responsibility Day.
2024-06-07
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Staying Relevant Through Sustainability
SDM spoke with Travis Hensley, global sustainability manager, HID Global, and Alka Khungar, Ph.D., customer value leader, global field office, Johnson Controls, about the current state of sustainability in the industry.
2024-05-10
26 min
Small Biz, Big Wins
14: Hacking Havoc: How to Protect Your Small Business Online
This episode of "Small Biz, Big Wins" is a wake-up call for entrepreneurs underestimating the importance of online security. Sommer Poquette shares chilling tales of hacking incidents and their impacts on small businesses, emphasizing the necessity of digital vigilance. From understanding hacker motives to implementing layered security measures, learn how to keep your business and your peace of mind intact in the face of cyber threats. Free Marketing Downloads: http://eepurl.com/dJI7Jw Helpful links: https://keepitrealsocial.com/facebook-business-page-vs-facebook-business-manager/ https://keepitrealsocial.com/facebook-phishing-attempts-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.get-notch.com/ Small Biz, Big Wins Sponsor inq...
2024-04-02
30 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
DEI in the Security Industry
This week, our guests are Tia Eskandari, senior director national service, Allied Universal, and Candice Aragon, chief experience officer, PSA Security. In conjunction with Senior Editor Rodney Bosch’s recent feature article, we’ll be discussing DEI in the security industry.
2024-03-29
15 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The Importance of State Associations & the NJELSA Annual Symposium
Brian Arenofsky, president of NJELSA, talks about the 2024 NJELSA Annual Symposium as well as the importance of involvement in state associations.
2024-02-21
17 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SIA & Brivo Talk AI Trends in the Security Industry
The SIA 2024 Security Megatrends report found the top four megatrends revolve heavily around AI. Additionally, SDM has been running a poll for some time asking what readers think is the most promising trend in the industry. 59 percent — as of recording this podcast — say that AI is the top trend. This week, our guests are Geoff Kohl of the Security Industry Association (SIA) and Steve Van Till of Brivo who will provide us with a little insight into the state of AI in the industry.
2024-02-08
17 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM 2024 Industry Panel Talks Economic Uncertainties & Workforce Implications
SDM spoke with Jeremy Bates of Bates Security; Mike Botten of LVC Companies; Aaron Simpson of Stone Security; and Justin Stearns of Chimera Integrations about how they are preparing for an uncertain economy in 2024.
2023-12-11
15 min
Firewalls Don't Stop Dragons Podcast
Using Email Aliases
Your online account credentials have two parts: a user name and a password. Today, most online providers force you to use your email address for your user name. This gives the service provider a guaranteed way to contact (and spam) their users, but it also means that bad guys know half of all your credentials and data brokers have a unique ID to track you across all your accounts. Today I'll explain the value of using email aliases for your online user names. In other news: Iranian hackers attack US water plant; CISA launches program to address critical infrastructure threats...
2023-12-04
1h 11
SDM Editors' Podcast
Everon Talks Rebrand & Separation From ADT
SDM spoke with Beth Tarnoff, Chief Marketing Officer, Everon, about the company’s recent rebrand – from ADT Commercial – and its split from ADT.
2023-11-22
11 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Integrator of the Year Explains Why 2023 Was Pref-Tech’s Year
SDM recently spoke with Shaun Castillo, president Preferred Technologies LLC, which was 2023’s Integrator of the Year. Castillo explains why he thinks 2023 was Pref-Tech’s year.
2023-11-03
14 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.049 "Feel Free to Pitch Intercom"
Bear drops the sickest line this year "Ka-bosh on Bosch" I mean he's a genius. Also Camden... also also Intercoms. ChitChat: https://ipvm.com/reports/bosch-sell-security Product Highlight: https://www.securitysales.com/access/cx-ed1959rm-door-strikes-from-camden-door-controls-designed-for-outdoor-applications/ Meat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102507-whats-trending-in-intercoms-and-entry-control-systems S/O: @smarttech_nyc on IG
2023-11-01
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Starting Again 40 Years In
SDM spoke with Alan Kruglak, president, R24 Security Integration, about starting over with his newest company — his third, his success with it, as well as his over 40 years of experience in the industry.
2023-10-04
14 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.046 "THE TROUGH IS FULL"
Do you sell CCTV/Video Surveillance? Cause you should be. Baer breaks it down on this week of #securitytoday so check it out. ChitChat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102446-dhs-unveils-new-rules-governing-the-adoption-and-use-of-ai Product Highlight: https://www.securitysales.com/access/yale-assure-lock-2-touch-plus-offer-more-options/ Meat: Grand View Research Inc. S/O: @black.picket.fence on IG
2023-10-04
21 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Is the Security Market Ready for Cloud-Based Video Solutions?
SDM spoke with Leonid Levit, chairman of the Steering Committee, ONVIF, and Chris Wetzel, principal at CGL Technologies and executive board member of Security-Net, about cloud-based video solutions.
2023-09-26
21 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM TSI Roundtable With GSI & LVC
SDM sat down with Bert Bongard, president & CEO LVC Companies (No. 22), and Marc Gemellaro, president & CEO GSI (No. 15), two companies that ranked on our 2023 Top Systems Integrators Report. Bert and Marc talk success in the industry, and the philosophies that drive it.
2023-09-21
25 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.044."ASIS... wth?"
More ranting for your pleasure. - Baer ChitChat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102220-vallejo-calif-declares-public-safety-emergency-seeks-to-eliminate-alarm-response Product Highlight: https://www.2n.com/en_US/ Meat: https://ipvm.com/reports/gsx-23-hytera S/O: @letstalkcabling on IG
2023-09-13
22 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Interface on 20 Years of TMA Five Diamond Certification
SDM spoke with Tyson Johns, senior vice president of security monitoring operations at Interface Systems, about Interface’s 20 years of Five Diamond Certification.
2023-09-01
10 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Steve Jones’ Statement Amid Rise in Mass Shootings
SDM spoke with Steve Jones, global CEO of Allied Universal, about his recent media statement about security professionals as well as Allied Universal’s GoFundMe to support employees affected by the recent deadly Maui fire.
2023-08-24
25 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Speaking With FAST About the Security Technician of the Year Awards
SDM spoke with John Nemerofsky, vice chair of the FAST board of directors and COO at Sage Integration, and Ken Kocher of Force Security, who is treasurer of FAST and serves on its board of directors, about FAST's new initiative: the Security Technician of the Year Awards.
2023-07-27
17 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Growth on the 2023 SDM 100 Podcast
SDM spoke with: Eric Gardner, president of alarm division, Pye-Barker (no. 9); Markus Scott, CEO, Eye Q Monitoring (no. 29); and Joseph Lynch, CEO, Minuteman Security (no. 47), to discuss their success, growth and the challenges they overcame to achieve said success and growth.
2023-06-09
44 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.041 "The trough is full... I told you"
Baer breaks it down this week Hanwha changing the vidoe surveillance game, the TKW community and giving you the frisk on Access Control right now! Check it out, like, subscribe and follow on IG and Twitter! ChitChat: teknowledgeww.org Product Highlight: https://www.securityinfowatch.com/video-surveillance/cameras/product/53062240/hanwha-vision-hanwha-vision-solidedge Meat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/102059-why-access-control-is-hitting-on-all-cylinders S/O: @aacustomspro on IG
2023-06-08
23 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Sustainability in Security
SDM spoke with the following guests about sustainability in the security industry: Erin Spadavecchia, program manager for sustainability, ASSA ABLOY; Steve Beaudry, director of the Northeast business area, Axis Communications; and Greg Mora, global product management leader, Johnson Controls.
2023-05-01
21 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.035 “Smack that VSaaS”
#Security #Podcast #PhysicalSecurity This week on Security Today, Baer breaks down that VSaaS, tells you about the all mediocre DMP and shits on TikTok… yea that’s on brand. Check it out and don’t forget to like, subscribe and follow!!!!! ChitChat: https://apnews.com/article/uk-tiktok-government-ban-470538b4030cf6213dc655da45188023?taid=6413140ecde74c0001c841f4&utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io&utm_campaign=newsletter https://www.cisecurity.org/insights/blog/why-tiktok-is-the-latest-security-threat Product Highlight: www.dmp.com Meat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/101513-why-vsaas-is-a-good-choice-for-end-users-and-security-integrators https://ipvm.com/reports/migrate-vsaas S/O: @ca...
2023-03-22
21 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.034 "You down with LPR?"
This week Baer breaks it down with ISC West coming up and Camden giving new offerings, and of course a nice plump red steak of LPR Surveillance. Give us a like and follow and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!!!!!! ChitChat: https://www.securitysales.com/business/products-partners-possibilities-await-isc-west-2023-attendees/ Product Highlight: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/101616-camden-offers-free-latch-monitoring Meat: https://www.securitysales.com/surveillance/cameras/adding-license-recognition-to-your-portfolio-plate/ https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/98630-license-plate-recognition-boosts-efficiency-at-sonnys-the-carwash-factory S/O: @gbittech on IG
2023-03-15
15 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.031 "Intercom. InterCAN."
This week Baer winds you down the subtle canals of security to romance your heart into selling more IP Video Intercoms! Follow, Like and Subscribe. Check us out @ securitytodaypodcast.com and @securitytodaypodcast on IG!! #security #podcast #secure ChitChat: https://ipvm.com/reports/i-pro-japan Product Highlight: https://www.axon.com/products/taser-7 Meat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/101226-how-ip-intercoms-can-enhance-video-surveillance-systems S/O: @mossman26 on IG
2023-02-13
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The predicted economic downturn; supply chain issues; and recruiting and keeping technical talent.
SDM spoke with two of our panelists — Joey Rao-Russell and Bryan Cipoletti — about the three biggest issues facing security dealers and integrators today.
2023-01-09
21 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
A Conversation With Custom Alarm CEO Melissa Brinkman
SDM spoke with Melissa Brinkman about Custom Alarm’s origins, company culture, being a female CEO in the security industry, and much more
2022-12-02
14 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
A Conversation With Pavion CEO Joe Oliveri
SDM spoke at length with Joe Oliveri in preparation for the Integrator of the Year article. Listen to a portion of that conversation where he talks acquisition strategy and future plans
2022-10-06
22 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Why the TMA-AVS-01 Alarm Verification Standard Could Be a Game Changer
Mark McCall serves as director of global operations for Immix, which provides physical security monitoring software for central stations and security operations centers. He’s also chair of TMA's AVS-01 Standards Committee. SDM Senior Editor Rodney Bosch spoke in-depth with McCall about AVS-01, including its technology aspects, the cross section of industries and public service making it all happen, benefits to the public, and much more.
2022-09-28
20 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Convergint’s Leadership Role in Creating a More Diverse Industry
Convergint has made it its mission “to become the most equitable and inclusive global service provider by leveraging diverse talent and creating a culture where all colleagues can achieve their maximum potential.” SDM Senior Editor Rodney Bosch spoke with Convergint’s Yaruba Tate, vice president, Inclusion & Diversity (I&D), to learn about the integrator’s work to achieve its lofty goals. In a wide-ranging discussion, we explore how I&D helps serve clients, how these initiatives promote retention and recruiting, and much more, including best practices advice for small- and medium-sized businesses.
2022-08-10
19 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.025 "A problem well put, is a problem half solved"
Look, this one get's a lil explicit. When your ole' unc starts gabber jawing about HIK he sounds like he's a bigoted 80yo man. But push past that because @securitybaer is here to help you. Baer goes over shorts, opens and grounds. Trying to help those who are newer to the game with a little bit of immediate deterrence highlight and like I said some HIK chitchat. ChitChat: https://ipvm.com/reports/hanwha-a Product Highlight: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/100529-idter-solution-delivers-documented-results Meat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m...
2022-06-30
27 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
3 Top Improving SDM 100 Companies Talk Strategy, Challenges & Successes
SDM Editor Karyn Hodgson spoke with three SDM 100 companies who achieved both double digit growth in RMR in 2021, and moved several spots up the 2022 SDM 100 rankings: Michael Hanlon, vice president of hosted and managed solutions, Allied Universal Technology Services, Santa Ana, Calif. (ranked No. 14); Tim Creenan, CEO of Amherst Alarm Inc., Amherst, N.Y. (ranked No. 51), and Jim Pinto, CEO of Key Security Designs Corp., Orinda, Calif., (ranked No. 89) spoke with SDM about their experiences, challenges and tips for future success in this exclusive podcast
2022-06-01
33 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.022 "It's a Bird!"
This week on Security Today Podcast, @securitybaer takes you on a wild journey up, up, up! into the wonderful budding world of drones. How are they playing a role in our security industry and with their bright future detailed what sort of legality and other things are going to take place. Give Baer a little grace, this podcast is just getting off the ground and still finding it's rhythm but it has soft launched www.securitytodaypodcast.com. Keep an eye on that and subscribe, follow and share. ChitChat: https://digitaledition.sdmmag.com/may-2022/insider/?oly_enc_id=1038...
2022-05-18
28 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Greening Security
Amy Musanti, sustainability director at ASSA ABLOY, and Ross Sheil, senior vice president at InfoGrid, explain how to incorporate green, eco-friendly practices into security
2022-05-06
27 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
AI In the Control Room
Learn how advances in intelligence are changing operations and efficiency in the control room, according to Ryan Schonfeld, founder and CEO, HiveWatch.
2022-05-06
11 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.020 "Fire, Fire, Fire!!!"
This week Baer gives you the low-down on fire. Where it’s up and where it’s… up. It’s doing wonderfully. Also some shots from Axis on fever cams, which rock and a little robot drone that is helping forest fires. Don’t forget to subscribe and follow on insta @securitybaer and this podcast @securitytoday podcast ChitChat: https://ipvm.com/reports/axis-fever-9-11 Product Highlight: https://ifpmag.mdmpublishing.com/robotto-innovating-sustainability/ Meat: https://www.factmr.com/report/fire-protection-systems-market https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/100470-a-new-age-for-fire-detection-systems https://www.ifsecglobal.com/fire-news...
2022-05-04
20 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Mike Barnes Discusses Takeaways From the Barnes Buchanan Conference
SDM talks to Mike Barnes, founding partner of Barnes Associates, to discuss the trends mentioned during this year’s Barnes Buchanan Conference, held in person in 2022.
2022-04-01
32 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Revving Up Your RMR
According to the SDM Industry Forecast 2022 Study, two-thirds of respondents currently rely on recurring monthly revenue (RMR) to stabilize income, improve customer relationships, and increase business valuation. In this exclusive SDM podcast, sponsored by Netwatch, learn how integrators and dealers are growing their business’s RMR discover tips to help you reap the rewards of RMR at your own company.Featured panelists are:Bill Bozeman, president, Bozeman Strategic SolutionsLawrence Coassin Jr., CEO, American Total Protection LLCJonathan Frase, president, Frase Protection Inc.Chris Gilbert, president and founder, Security Pros LLC
2022-03-01
43 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM spoke with three of our panelists — Louis Boulgarides, Amy Becker, and Joe Oliveri
SDM spoke with three of our panelists — Louis Boulgarides, Amy Becker, and Joe Oliveri about three of the most talked-about issues recently: supply chain shortages, the “great resignation,” and mergers and acquisitions.
2021-12-28
08 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The 3G Sunset: What You Need to Know
The new year is around the corner meaning the industry is inching closer to the 3G sunset. Lou Fiore, chair of the Alarm Industry Communications Committee (AICC, Daniel Oppenheim, President of the Medical Alert Monitoring Association (MAMA) and CEO of Affiliated Monitoring, and William Signer, AICC lobbyist, discuss the upcoming 3G sunset and its impact on the industry.
2021-12-07
27 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Security Entrance Selling Tips
In today's world, the emphasis on physical safety has never been greater. Security turnstiles are becoming ubiquitous as more security managers and property managers are installing them, whether in new construction or when retrofitting older buildings. We sat down with J.C. Powell, vice president of sales at Boon Edam; Heath Mabe, vice president of business development, Integrated Security Technologies (IST); Sean Crain, president and CEO, Orion Security Systems; Joey Edmunds, vice president of sales, Stone Security to discuss tips and advice for selling security entrances.
2021-12-07
34 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Ian Schatz of Advanced Security, SDM’s 2021 Dealer of the Year, on Choosing a Third-Party Monitoring Provider
SDM spoke with Advanced Security Operations Manager Ian Schatz about the process the company went through to choose a third-party monitoring station, and lessons they learned.
2021-12-02
13 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Martin Gren of Axis Communications Reflects on 25 Years of IP Video
Martin Gren, inventor of the IP video camera, sits down with SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed to discuss the camera's history, how it has improved and where the technology is headed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its invention.
2021-08-25
25 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Will Wise Reveals Event Details for ISC West 2021
After a tumultuous year, ISC West finally returns with an in-person conference. SDM Staff Editor sat down with Will Wise, group vice president of RX, to discuss what this year’s conference will look like.
2021-06-29
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The Convergence of Privacy & Video Analytics With Florian Matusek of Genetec
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed sits down with Florian Matusek, product group director-video analytics at Genetec, to discuss the interplay between privacy, video analytics, facial recognition and safety.
2021-05-24
15 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Talking Access Control With Lee Odess
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed sits down with Lee Odess, CEO of Group 337, to discuss trends in the access control industry and research in the access control space.
2021-04-23
25 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed chats with Tony Diodato
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed chats with Tony Diodato, founder and chief technology officer at Cypress Integration Solutions and recipient of the 2021 SIA Standards Service Award to talk about his role as co-chair of the Security Industry Association (SIA) OSDP working group.
2021-03-16
20 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
1-on-1 With Jacqueline Brogan, 2020 Central Station Manager of the Year of Alarm Detection Systems
Listen to Brogan sit down with SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed to discuss employee training, advancement and maintaining a positive relationship with first responders and law enforcement on our podcast.
2021-01-22
23 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.02.05 "Cause I got high, Cause I got high, Cause I got high..."
Uncle Baer touches on a google failure, talks about HALO IT and addresses a well needed topic; Mary Jane. follow Unc @unclebaer_ on instagram and this podcast @securitytoday podcast! ChitChat: https://www.securitysales.com/news/google-discontinues-nest-secure-diy-security/ Product Highlight: HALO IOT Smart Sensor- https://security.world/halo-iot-smart-sensor-releases-new-features-including-spoken-key-word-alerting-for-security-in-privacy-areas-where-you-cannot-place-a-camera/ Meat: https://security.world/innovative-control-room-helps-secure-cannabis-market/ https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/95223-cloud-video-solution-helps-protect-cannabis-industry-from-seed-to-point-of-sale S/O: @tatted_tech on Instagram
2021-01-18
18 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed sits down with Thomas Jensen
SDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed sits down with Thomas Jensen to discuss his leadership style and his goals at the new CEO of Milestone Systems, a global provider in open platform IP video management software.
2021-01-11
15 min
Security Today Podcast
ST.02.04 "If Access Control said, 'Meh'"
Uncle Baer tackles a new UL standard, a new lifesaftey panel and for the bulk of the show breaks down this season's first product highlight; Unifi Access System by Ubiquiti! Come as you are and tune in to this week's Security Today! follow Unc @unclebaer_ on instagram and this podcast @securitytoday podcast! ChitChat: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/98680-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-smoke-detector-standards Product Highlight: Life Safety Power NetLink NLX - https://www.securitysales.com/product-news/lifesafety-power-remote-monitoring/ Meat: https://ipvm.com/reports/ubnt-acs-test S/O: @lock_rocker365 on Instagram
2021-01-11
27 min
Security Today Podcast
ST02.03 "Cigar and Vodka in Hand"
Your Uncle gets into the day and age that is right in front of us. Tackling something called Group Attribution Error. This one is heady and in the end just be kind. Give it a listen and follow Unc @unclebaer_ on instagram and this podcast @securitytoday podcast! ChitChat: https://ipvm.com/reports/acs-sell-2020 Product Highlight: https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/98743-paxton-solution-supports-covid-19-secure-sites Meat: https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/93517-group-attribution-error-the-most-pervasive-and-potentially-consequential-threat-of-our-day
2021-01-04
23 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Security Appliances: What They Do & How to Select Them
We speak with industry experts from Genetec, AMAG Technology and Bosch to learn more about what a security appliance is, and how it fits into the overall system.
2020-11-06
04 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Integrator of the Year Stone Security on Utilizing Unmanned Systems in Security
Unmanned systems (drones and robots) are more popular than ever with the emphasis on remote everything during the ongoing pandemic. Here, Aaron Heiner Simpson, president and CTO of our 2020 Integrator of the Year Stone Security, discusses the emerging technologies.
2020-09-10
11 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Kastle Systems Talks COVID-19 and Preparing a Security and Safety Program to Tackle Businesses’ Needs Moving Forward
Kastle Systems, SDM’s 2015 Systems Integrator of the Year and No. 7 on the 2019 SDM Top Systems Integrators Report, recently launched a comprehensive, integrated Covid-19 safety program called KastleSafeSpaces for offices spaces and other clients looking to safeguard the health and safety of people returning to the workplace. Haniel Lynn, CEO of Kastle Systems, says that the company’s approach on integrating technology with new processes is based on four major shifts he sees happening in the marketplace now amid the coronavirus pandemic, and into the future. Listen as Lynn sits down with SDM to discuss these four pillars of safety and secur...
2020-05-14
08 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Roundtable: Security in the Time of COVID-19
In the past month, the COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed life as we know it. So how are security businesses coping? In this exclusive roundtable, we speak with John Loud, CEO of Loud Security; Bert Bongard, CEO of LVC Companies; Woodie Andrawos, president of NMC; and Jim Patterson, president of Robblees, about navigating the security industry in this difficult time.
2020-04-01
28 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Verint’s Alan Stoddard Discusses Leveraging Security Technologies During a Pandemic
The world we are living in today feels vastly different from the one we were living a month ago. Cities are locking down, businesses are closing and it’s uncertain where things are going from here. Here, Alan Stoddard, vice president and general manager of situational intelligence solutions at Verint Systems, talks about organizations looking for real-time ways to leverage security technology for identifying issues and threats, and keeping employees safe during this pandemic.
2020-03-25
11 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Dave Mayne of Alula Discusses AI and the Smart Home
Artificial intelligence is becoming a core component of video surveillance and other security applications, making its way into smart homes everywhere. Here, Alula’s Vice President of Product Development Dave Mayne talks about these advancements, and the privacy issues that can potentially come along with them.
2020-02-21
12 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
ACRE Chief Product Officer On How the Industry Can Become More Cyber Secure
While it seems obvious that security products should protect consumers from all types of threats, the physical security industry is falling behind in cyber security. Here, ACRE Chief Product Officer Kim Loy talks about the cyber security initiatives she is working to develop for all of ACRE’s products, and explores why it’s taken so long for the industry to protect customers from hackers.
2020-01-09
13 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Boon Edam’s Tracie Thomas Discusses the Risks of Turnstile Tailgating
Recently, Boon Edam conducted a survey to find out what security professionals think about the risks of tailgating via turnstiles into their facility. Here, Boon Edam Vice President of Marketing Tracie Thomas discusses the results of this survey, and why security industry professionals should care. Find the survey at https://bit.ly/34esLy3.
2019-12-13
24 min
Unfound
Cameron Remmer: Behind The Scenes
Cameron William Remmer was a 29 year old from Oceanside, CA. He was known as a very friendly guy and was into surfing. On October 6, 2011, Cameron was at The Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco. Not long after 11pm, he was kicked off the premises for inappropriate behavior. He was never seen again. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missingcameronremmer/ Charley Project: http://charleyproject.org/case/cameron-william-remmer NAMUS: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/12843?nav Articles: https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2015/02/24/missing-san-francisco-men-mysteriously-disappeared-california-5-sean-sidi-crishtian-hughes-shawn-tyler-cameron-remmer-jackson-miller/ https://www.sdmmag.com/articles/84611-security-upgrade-at-historic-san-francisco-hotel?fbclid=IwAR3OL0TFTU0ADZBtsx7dtxH--4de2PMrc-dqMpU7U_7ANjTNAIBEZAbMrz0 https://www.sfgate.com...
2019-11-29
4h 14
SDM Editors' Podcast
Custom Alarm CEO Melissa Brinkman On Getting the Right Employees On the Right Seat of the Bus
Custom Alarm is a security company out of Rochester, Minn., that offers fire inspections, connected security, video surveillance, access control and interactive services. Melissa Brinkman’s father Leigh Johnson founded the company, and she came to work at the family business in 1998 after spending several years in management positions in the hospitality industry. She held various positions at Custom Alarm, from marketing, to sales manager, to customer services manager, before being promoted to CEO in 2014. Here, Brinkman talks about the company’s 50th anniversary, working at the family business, why she’s so passionate about customer service, staffing and more.
2019-10-30
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Advanced Security Systems CEO Talks the Importance of Customer Service, Why His Employees Received Ritz-Carlton Training
Advanced Security Systems, based out of California, is a family owned and operated security and alarm monitoring company that takes pride in its customer relationships. So when President and CEO Chuck Petrusha noticed customer service wasn’t where it should be, he enlisted the help of the Ritz-Carlton company to train his employees and redefine Advanced Security’s service values.
2019-09-03
13 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Guardian Leadership Discusses Brand Refresh
On Thursday, May 16, Guardian held the first ever company-wide town hall in its 69-year history to announce a brand refresh and reveal a new logo to its employees and their families and friends. In this exclusive SDM interview, Guardian President Bryan Cipoletti and Vice President of Marketing Kevin Bish discuss these changes, and what they mean for the future of Guardian.
2019-05-20
19 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Three Industry Insiders Talk Sustainability, Going Green on Earth Day
In honor of Earth Day, SDM spoke with Morgan Cassidy, LEED Green Associate for ASSA ABLOY, Jonathan Pine, CEO and president of Renova, and John Burke, manager of regional communications for G4S, about the sustainability steps their companies have made.
2019-04-22
33 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
SDM’s 2018 Dealer of the Year Interviewed by Local Radio Station
Kentucky radio station WEKU-88.9 FM recently interviewed Jeremy Bates, president of Bates Security/Sonitrol of Lexington (SDM’s 2018 Dealer of the Year) about the security industry, trends and what it was like being named dealer of the year! Take a listen here:
2019-01-15
15 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Diebold Security Addresses Dynamic Growth in Commercial Business
Diebold Security added more than 30 new national and global commercial customers in 2013. Bill Fitzhenry, vice president of Commercial Sales for North America, Diebold Security, discusses what led to such growth and describes Diebold Security’s strategy going forward.
2013-12-03
09 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Tyco Integrated Security's Jay Hauhn Discusses His Goals as CSAA's New President
On October 16, 2013, Jay Hauhn, chief technology officer and vice president of industry relations at Tyco Integrated Security, was named the new president of the Central Station Alarm Association International. In this Q&A, Hauhn discusses two big projects he will take on as CSAA's new president, the biggest challenges our industry faces in the monitoring space and how CSAA can help, cooperation among associations and more.
2013-11-06
16 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Browser Based vs. PC Based Access Control: Pros and Cons
John LaFond, vice president of integrated systems of Linear LLC, breaks down the differences of browser based vs. PC-based access control.
2013-06-19
13 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
5 Secrets of Wireless Addressable Fire Systems
Scott Barrett, president and founder of CWSI, discusses wireless technology advancements in the podcast, “5 Secrets of Wireless Addressable Fire Systems."
2013-05-22
15 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
ADS' Mahler Discusses His Retiring
Mel Mahler, after 22 years with ADS Security, Nashville, Tenn., has stepped down as chairman and CEO to enter retirement. He speaks to SDM about the factors that led to his decision to retire, retirement plans, and reflections on his security career.
2013-01-08
07 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Vivint's Todd Pedersen Talks Acquisition Details for SDM's 2011 Dealer of the Year
Vivint's candid CEO, Todd Pedersen, talks to SDM about the new acquisition agreement for the Blackstone Group to buy majority stake in the company. Pedersen reveals his growth strategy, new services, and what a $2 billion valuation means for the company.
2012-09-20
18 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Trending: Copper Theft, Personal Emergency Response, Video Intercoms
This podcast centers on three trending areas that should be on the minds of all security dealers: copper theft, personal emergency response systems, and video intercoms. SDM Editor Laura Stepanek speaks with Linear LLC's Duane Paulson and Gary Baker, who describe how technologies in these areas have developed to provide specific functionality for today's lifestyles, as well as measureable security benefits.
2012-07-12
13 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Why You Need to Attend the 2012 AIREF Golf Classic
Get the inside scoop on the AIREF Golf Classic in this podcast with Bart Diddon, the event’s co-creator, president of U.S.A. Central Station Alarm Corp., located in Port Chester, N.Y., and past president of the Electronic Security Association. Diddon discusses how the AIREF Golf Classic at ISC West was developed, what participants can expect at the tournament, and how the tournament benefits such a great organization, AIREF. You’ll want to sign up after you listen! Click here for the registration form.
2012-03-02
00 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Consultative Selling for Complex Projects
Complex projects are very different from simple ones. With the recent rise of PSIM projects that encompass physical security, business continuity and operational aspects, security integrators are going head-to-head with business consultants, who do this routinely. This podcast with Dr. Bob Banerjee examines the characteristics that a successful security integrator will need. Dr. Banerjee is senior director of Training and Development for NICE Systems Security Division. He develops programs and initiatives to educate, train and support NICE's network of security system integrators and dealers, Dr. Banerjee holds a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence from the Advanced Research Center at the...
2012-03-01
09 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The New Age of Video Surveillance
In this podcast, Bill Lawrence, director of Service Solutions and Platforms for ADT Security Services, explains the growing interest in video surveillance by both government agencies as well as businesses of every stripe. He discusses what any organization should consider before investing heavily in the technology. Lawrence is a 25-year veteran of both the information technology and physical security industries, with extensive experience in network video surveillance and physical security convergence.
2012-01-18
07 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Testing Fiber Cables for Security Use
SDM's Contributing Technology Writer, Dave Engebretson, advises technicians about how to test existing fiber cables for electronic security use. He covers how a technician or a salesperson can determine the type of existing fiber proposed for an installation; and the testing methods used to determine the quality of a specific fiber link. Dave describes the next steps to take if the test fails; and how technicians can ensure that the fiber link, once tested, will work with the optoelectronic transmitters and receivers needed to carry the signals. Dave is president of Slayton Solutions Ltd., a networking and fiber training company...
2011-12-06
10 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
The 'Mandatory' Value Add
How is your company addressing what seems more and more like the “mandatory” value add? Today’s end users are looking for more value than ever, and research suggests the mentality is here to stay.Rich Perry, president and CEO of Security Networks, West Palm Beach, Fla., discusses mastering the value add — both for end users and within the industry. He also talks about how new technologies and services affect the value proposition. Sponsored by Interlogix, a UTC Fire & Security Company.
2011-11-07
08 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Tony Varco Talks Industry Trends
Vice president of Convergint Technologies, Tony Varco, discusses trends he sees in new products in the industry today, including the influx of IP-based products and the new rate of change for products. He also offers advice regarding product selection for today's companies. Sponsored by Interlogix, a UTC Fire & Security Company.
2011-10-17
04 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Healthcare Security Discussion Teaser
Laura Stepanek, Editor of SDM magazine and Diane Ritchey, Editor of Security magazine, discuss healthcare security issues with security end users and integrators.
2011-09-12
10 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
IL Fire Protection Districts Dig in Their Heels
Executive Director of the Illinois Electronic Security Association, Kevin Lehan, explains the impact of the ADT Security Services, Inc., et al v. Lisle-Woodridge Fire District ruling and why the battle against non-competitive municipal monitoring isn't over yet. Sponsored by Interlogix, a UTC Fire & Security Company.
2011-08-04
05 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Roundtable with Government Security Executives and Integrators
Laura Stepanek, Editor of SDM magazine and Diane Ritchey, editor of Security magazine, discuss government security issues with four security government end users and three security integrators.
2011-07-21
57 min
SDM Editors' Podcast
Introducing SDM Podcasts
Editor Laura Stepanek talks about plans for the new upcoming SDM Magazine podcast program. You've read SDM Magazine; now it's time to listen.
2011-03-10
00 min