Shows
SDM Editors' Podcast2025 Systems Integrator of the YearSDM 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.
2025-09-1535 min
SDM Editors' PodcastCento, 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.
2025-06-0911 min
SDM Editors' PodcastHow 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."
2025-05-1517 min
SDM Editors' PodcastHome Run Talks Launching Fire Alarm Trade SchoolGreg Diloné, CEO, Home Run Alarm Co. has recently established SAFTI-Tech, a fire alarm trade school that allows technicians to "earn while they learn."
2025-04-3018 min
SDM Editors' Podcasti-PRO, Axis & Securitas Talk Sustainability in 2025In 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.
2025-04-2132 min
SDM Editors' PodcastASSA ABLOY Talks Goal-Oriented LeadershipSDM spoke with Peter Boriskin, chief technology officer, ASSA ABLOY Americas, about supporting teams on their path to achieving goals.
2025-04-0715 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSecurity Central CEO Talks Success in MonitoringCaroline Brown, CEO, Security Central, talks trends, tech and philosophy in regard to the monitoring industry.
2025-03-2712 min
SDM Editors' PodcastVerkada Talks Channel Partner ProgramSDM 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.
2025-02-0719 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSecurity Experts Talk Incentivizing Training & Improving AcquisitionHow 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.
2025-01-2430 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSecurity Dealer of the Year Talks Company Culture, Acquisitions & MetricsSDM 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.
2025-01-0816 min
SDM Editors' PodcastDean Drako Talks AI & The Evolution of VMSAt 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).
2024-11-0710 min
SDM Editors' PodcastInsights from 2024's Integrator of the Year: Chimera IntegrationsAt 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
2024-11-0611 min
SDM Editors' Podcast2024 TSI Roundtable With Everon, IPS and Minuteman Security & Life SafetySDM 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.
2024-08-0517 min
SDM Editors' PodcastAlarm.com & Tech Systems Inc. Talk Gunshot Detection, Active Shooter Events & the IntegratorSDM 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.
2024-07-3023 min
SDM Editors' PodcastCloudastructure CEO Talks Helping the IntegratorSDM 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.
2024-07-2614 min
SDM Editors' PodcastTMA Talks Free Online AVS-01 TrainingSDM 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.
2024-07-2224 min
SDM Editors' PodcastAcom & Owen Security Talk Growth on the 2024 SDM 100SDM 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.
2024-06-1319 min
SDM Editors' PodcastConvergint & Zenitel Talk Social Responsibility DaySDM 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.
2024-06-0719 min
SDM Editors' PodcastStaying Relevant Through SustainabilitySDM 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.
2024-05-1026 min
Small Biz, Big Wins14: Hacking Havoc: How to Protect Your Small Business OnlineThis 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.
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2024-04-0230 min
SDM Editors' PodcastDEI in the Security IndustryThis 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.
2024-03-2915 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe Importance of State Associations & the NJELSA Annual SymposiumBrian Arenofsky, president of NJELSA, talks about the 2024 NJELSA Annual Symposium as well as the importance of involvement in state associations.
2024-02-2117 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSIA & Brivo Talk AI Trends in the Security IndustryThe 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.
2024-02-0817 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSDM 2024 Industry Panel Talks Economic Uncertainties & Workforce ImplicationsSDM 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.
2023-12-1115 min
Firewalls Don't Stop Dragons PodcastUsing Email AliasesYour 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...
2023-12-041h 11
SDM Editors' PodcastEveron Talks Rebrand & Separation From ADTSDM spoke with Beth Tarnoff, Chief Marketing Officer, Everon, about the company’s recent rebrand – from ADT Commercial – and its split from ADT.
2023-11-2211 min
SDM Editors' PodcastIntegrator of the Year Explains Why 2023 Was Pref-Tech’s YearSDM 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.
2023-11-0314 min
Security Today PodcastST.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
2023-11-0119 min
SDM Editors' PodcastStarting Again 40 Years InSDM 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.
2023-10-0414 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2023-10-0421 min
SDM Editors' PodcastIs 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.
2023-09-2621 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSDM TSI Roundtable With GSI & LVCSDM 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.
2023-09-2125 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2023-09-1322 min
SDM Editors' PodcastInterface on 20 Years of TMA Five Diamond CertificationSDM spoke with Tyson Johns, senior vice president of security monitoring operations at Interface Systems, about Interface’s 20 years of Five Diamond Certification.
2023-09-0110 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSteve Jones’ Statement Amid Rise in Mass ShootingsSDM 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.
2023-08-2425 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSpeaking With FAST About the Security Technician of the Year AwardsSDM 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.
2023-07-2717 min
SDM Editors' PodcastGrowth on the 2023 SDM 100 PodcastSDM 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.
2023-06-0944 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2023-06-0823 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSustainability in SecuritySDM 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.
2023-05-0121 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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...
2023-03-2221 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2023-03-1515 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2023-02-1319 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe 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.
2023-01-0921 min
SDM Editors' PodcastA Conversation With Custom Alarm CEO Melissa BrinkmanSDM spoke with Melissa Brinkman about Custom Alarm’s origins, company culture, being a female CEO in the security industry, and much more
2022-12-0214 min
SDM Editors' PodcastA Conversation With Pavion CEO Joe OliveriSDM 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
2022-10-0622 min
SDM Editors' PodcastWhy the TMA-AVS-01 Alarm Verification Standard Could Be a Game ChangerMark 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.
2022-09-2820 minSDM Editors' PodcastConvergint’s Leadership Role in Creating a More Diverse IndustryConvergint 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.
2022-08-1019 min
Security Today PodcastST.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...
2022-06-3027 min
SDM Editors' Podcast3 Top Improving SDM 100 Companies Talk Strategy, Challenges & SuccessesSDM 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
2022-06-0133 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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...
2022-05-1828 min
SDM Editors' PodcastGreening SecurityAmy Musanti, sustainability director at ASSA ABLOY, and Ross Sheil, senior vice president at InfoGrid, explain how to incorporate green, eco-friendly practices into security
2022-05-0627 min
SDM Editors' PodcastAI In the Control RoomLearn how advances in intelligence are changing operations and efficiency in the control room, according to Ryan Schonfeld, founder and CEO, HiveWatch.
2022-05-0611 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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...
2022-05-0420 min
SDM Editors' PodcastMike Barnes Discusses Takeaways From the Barnes Buchanan ConferenceSDM 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.
2022-04-0132 min
SDM Editors' PodcastRevving Up Your RMRAccording 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
2022-03-0143 minSDM Editors' PodcastSDM spoke with three of our panelists — Louis Boulgarides, Amy Becker, and Joe OliveriSDM 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.
2021-12-2808 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe 3G Sunset: What You Need to KnowThe 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.
2021-12-0727 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSecurity Entrance Selling TipsIn 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.
2021-12-0734 min
SDM Editors' PodcastIan Schatz of Advanced Security, SDM’s 2021 Dealer of the Year, on Choosing a Third-Party Monitoring ProviderSDM 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.
2021-12-0213 min
SDM Editors' PodcastMartin Gren of Axis Communications Reflects on 25 Years of IP VideoMartin 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.
2021-08-2525 min
SDM Editors' PodcastWill Wise Reveals Event Details for ISC West 2021After 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.
2021-06-2919 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe Convergence of Privacy & Video Analytics With Florian Matusek of GenetecSDM 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.
2021-05-2415 min
SDM Editors' PodcastTalking Access Control With Lee OdessSDM 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.
2021-04-2325 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed chats with Tony DiodatoSDM 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.
2021-03-1620 min
SDM Editors' Podcast1-on-1 With Jacqueline Brogan, 2020 Central Station Manager of the Year of Alarm Detection SystemsListen 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.
2021-01-2223 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2021-01-1818 minSDM Editors' PodcastSDM Staff Editor Amanda Reed sits down with Thomas JensenSDM 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.
2021-01-1115 minSecurity Today PodcastST.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
2021-01-1127 minSecurity Today PodcastST02.03 "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
2021-01-0423 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSecurity Appliances: What They Do & How to Select ThemWe 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.
2020-11-0604 minSDM Editors' PodcastIntegrator of the Year Stone Security on Utilizing Unmanned Systems in SecurityUnmanned 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.
2020-09-1011 minSDM Editors' PodcastKastle Systems Talks COVID-19 and Preparing a Security and Safety Program to Tackle Businesses’ Needs Moving ForwardKastle 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...
2020-05-1408 minSDM Editors' PodcastRoundtable: Security in the Time of COVID-19In 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.
2020-04-0128 minSDM Editors' PodcastVerint’s Alan Stoddard Discusses Leveraging Security Technologies During a PandemicThe 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.
2020-03-2511 minSDM Editors' PodcastDave Mayne of Alula Discusses AI and the Smart HomeArtificial 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.
2020-02-2112 minSDM Editors' PodcastACRE Chief Product Officer On How the Industry Can Become More Cyber SecureWhile 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.
2020-01-0913 minSDM Editors' PodcastBoon Edam’s Tracie Thomas Discusses the Risks of Turnstile TailgatingRecently, 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.
2019-12-1324 min
UnfoundCameron Remmer: Behind The ScenesCameron 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...
2019-11-294h 14SDM Editors' PodcastCustom Alarm CEO Melissa Brinkman On Getting the Right Employees On the Right Seat of the BusCustom 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.
2019-10-3019 min
SDM Editors' PodcastAdvanced Security Systems CEO Talks the Importance of Customer Service, Why His Employees Received Ritz-Carlton TrainingAdvanced 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.
2019-09-0313 min
SDM Editors' PodcastGuardian Leadership Discusses Brand RefreshOn 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.
2019-05-2019 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThree Industry Insiders Talk Sustainability, Going Green on Earth DayIn 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.
2019-04-2233 min
SDM Editors' PodcastSDM’s 2018 Dealer of the Year Interviewed by Local Radio StationKentucky 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:
2019-01-1515 minSDM Editors' PodcastDiebold Security Addresses Dynamic Growth in Commercial BusinessDiebold 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.
2013-12-0309 minSDM Editors' PodcastTyco Integrated Security's Jay Hauhn Discusses His Goals as CSAA's New PresidentOn 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.
2013-11-0616 minSDM Editors' PodcastBrowser Based vs. PC Based Access Control: Pros and ConsJohn LaFond, vice president of integrated systems of Linear LLC, breaks down the differences of browser based vs. PC-based access control.
2013-06-1913 minSDM Editors' Podcast5 Secrets of Wireless Addressable Fire SystemsScott Barrett, president and founder of CWSI, discusses wireless technology advancements in the podcast, “5 Secrets of Wireless Addressable Fire Systems."
2013-05-2215 min
SDM Editors' PodcastADS' Mahler Discusses His RetiringMel 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.
2013-01-0807 min
SDM Editors' PodcastVivint's Todd Pedersen Talks Acquisition Details for SDM's 2011 Dealer of the YearVivint'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.
2012-09-2018 min
SDM Editors' PodcastTrending: Copper Theft, Personal Emergency Response, Video IntercomsThis 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.
2012-07-1213 min
SDM Editors' PodcastWhy You Need to Attend the 2012 AIREF Golf ClassicGet 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.
2012-03-0200 min
SDM Editors' PodcastConsultative Selling for Complex ProjectsComplex 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...
2012-03-0109 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe New Age of Video SurveillanceIn 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.
2012-01-1807 min
SDM Editors' PodcastTesting Fiber Cables for Security UseSDM'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...
2011-12-0610 min
SDM Editors' PodcastThe 'Mandatory' Value AddHow 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.
2011-11-0708 min
SDM Editors' PodcastTony Varco Talks Industry TrendsVice 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.
2011-10-1704 min
SDM Editors' PodcastHealthcare Security Discussion TeaserLaura Stepanek, Editor of SDM magazine and Diane Ritchey, Editor of Security magazine, discuss healthcare security issues with security end users and integrators.
2011-09-1210 min
SDM Editors' PodcastIL Fire Protection Districts Dig in Their HeelsExecutive 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.
2011-08-0405 min
SDM Editors' PodcastRoundtable with Government Security Executives and IntegratorsLaura 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.
2011-07-2157 min
SDM Editors' PodcastIntroducing SDM PodcastsEditor Laura Stepanek talks about plans for the new upcoming SDM Magazine podcast program. You've read SDM Magazine; now it's time to listen.
2011-03-1000 min