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DataBank: Rising Demand for Service Quality, User Experience

February 1, 2012

Increasingly, electronics consumers expect much more than quality devices; they desire a quality experience. That trend is supported by consumer research conducted by IBM, which found that with the proliferation of connected devices and increased network accessibility, consumers are demanding high performance and enhanced, integrated device experiences.

DataBank: Demand for Cloud-Based Value-Add Services

January 9, 2012

Increased broadband penetration is serving to compel Internet service providers (ISPs) to modify their market strategy. Many ISPs are looking to value-added services to retain customers and serve as platforms for future revenue growth.

Study: High-Rise Fires Cause $235M in Property Damage Per Year

December 7, 2011

There was an average of 15,700 reported high-rise building fires per year from 2005 to 2009, according to the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) latest report.

Report: Video Surveillance Sales Will Grow Despite Economic Uncertainty

December 6, 2011

As analysts forecast a deeper economic downturn, IMS Research predicts that demand for video surveillance equipment will remain strong in 2012.

Study: College Students Want to Use Cell Phones as Credentials

November 8, 2011

Two-thirds of American college students are interested in using their cell phones in place of an ID card, according to new research by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (IR).

Residential Ready to Rally Around New Services

November 7, 2011

IP-based services and mobile apps that allow consumers to control and stay connected to their homes are expected to anchor a key market adrift in economic uncertainty. SSI’s 2011 Residential Market Report provides research from Parks Associates to help security contractors take hold of these opportunities.

NFC Technology to Become Standard Mobile Feature in Coming Years

November 2, 2011

Within the next few years, near field communication (NFC) will become a standard feature on smartphones, as consumers show more interest in the "mobile wallet" to make payments, according to a new report.

Study: Retail Theft Up 6.6%, Costs Global Retailers $119B

October 19, 2011

Global retail theft totalled $119 billion during the 12-month period ending in June, a 6.6 percent increase compared to the same period one year ago, according to a new report.

Report: 82% of Colleges Are Not Effectively Managing Access Control

September 15, 2011

Only 18 percent of public, private and two-year colleges and universities believe they are effectively managing their access control systems, according to a new report by Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies (IR).

End Users Willing to Pay for Skilled Providers

September 7, 2011

Nearly four in five security directors/managers intend to spend at least as much on security in 2011 as they did last year. SSI’s seventh Commercial End-User Study shows the recession loosening its grip on budgets, but clients are becoming more particular about their electronic security solutions and providers. A higher degree of IT capabilities and systems integration are among the heightened expectations.

Law Enforcement Explains How to Improve Intrusion Detection

August 24, 2011

In the 2011 Law Enforcement Security Industry Study, police and sheriffs provided tips on how alarm companies can strengthen their relationships with law enforcement. In this latest blog, read their responses on how to improve intrusion detection.

Report: ATMs Prone to Thermal Imaging Attacks

August 18, 2011

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, say thermal imaging cameras could be used to help criminals purloin ATM PIN numbers.

Report: 35% of Integrators Concerned About Maintaining Quality Installations

August 15, 2011

After several years of internal austerity and resignation to pricing erosion, security integrators are looking externally to turn their fortunes. The third annual Operations & Opportunities Report (OOR) shows company managers are eager to negotiate better deals on the goods they acquire and sell to curtail margin squeeze. The 2011 OOR also exposes the best technologies, services and markets to exploit.

Report: 30% of U.S. Homes Will Have Monitored Services by 2020

August 2, 2011

Consumer demand for remote monitoring and the increasing presence of broadband service providers will drive growth in the security market, according to a new report by Dallas-based research firm Parks Associates.

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U.S. Construction Spending Down 5.6% in 2011

July 27, 2011

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) cites tight credit conditions, government shortfalls and a depressed housing market for the 5.6 percent decrease in construction spending.

Study: Network Video Product Sales to Surpass Analog in 2014

July 27, 2011

Although global sales of network video products will best analog equipment by 2014, IMS Research forecasts that in terms of shipments, analog cameras will continue to outsell network cameras.

Law Enforcement Calls Security Industry to Duty

July 13, 2011

Thanks to the implementation of best practices and advances in technology, recent years have seen reductions in false alarm dispatches that are helping bolster the relationship between law enforcement and the security industry. Yet there remains much to be done to further strengthen and grow the partnership. The 2011 Law Enforcement Security Industry Study serves as a report card for both sides.

Report: Home Fires Produced $7.1B in Property Damage

July 5, 2011

U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 373,900 home fires from 2005-2009 according to the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) new study, "Home Structure Fires." The fires caused an estimated 2,650 civilian deaths each year.

Spotlight on the Security Industry's Best Fleets

June 14, 2011

In SSI's first Super Security Fleets study, installing security company owners and operators discussed how they are managing their vehicle fleets in the face of a turbulent economy and rising gas prices. In the latest gallery, SSI puts the industry's vehicle fleets on display. Would you like to include your company's fleet? E-mail your photos to Associate Editor Ashley Willis at ashley.willis@securitysales.com.