By Scott Goldfine

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Transcript: Vivint CEO Todd Pederson Talks Business Ventures

February 1, 2012

In a recent "Security Speaking" podcast, Vivint CEO Todd Pederson revealed how his company grew 825% in five years. Here you can full the full transcript of his conversation.

23 Big Business Ideas

February 1, 2012

SECURITY SALES & INTEGRATION Editor-in-Chief Scott Goldfine offers more than two dozen notions to help you run a finely tuned business operation.

P1 Makes National Accounts Priority No. 1

February 1, 2012

Long one of the largest and best-known residential installation and monitoring providers, Protection 1 has had its share of ups and downs. Now an ownership change with celebrated CEO Tim Whall at the reins has P1 broadening its ambitions in the commercial marketplace.

Industry Analysts Project BIG Profits for Protection 1

January 31, 2012

For an unbiased assessment of the “new look” of P1 and Tim Whall’s leadership, Editor-in-Chief Scott Goldfine posed several questions to three of the most respected security industry business, finance and investment analysts. Following is what Mike Barnes, partner in Barnes Associates; Ron Davis, principal of Davis Mergers and Acquisitions Group; and Les Gold, partner with Mitchell, Silberberg & Knupp (MS&K) had to say.

Security-Net President Joe Ligouri Shares 2012 Predictions

January 16, 2012

In this online exclusive, Security-Net President Joe Liguori shares his thoughts on where the security technology is headed in 2012.

NSCA 's Chuck Wilson: Law Enforcement Will Stop Responding to Alarms in 2012

January 13, 2012

More than 25 of the most prominent people in the industry rendered a deep and sweeping portrait of the impending security landscape for SSI's 2012 Industry Forecast. Here, Chuck Wilson, executive director of the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA), addresses the most significant challenges, changes and opportunities the industry will possibly face in 2012.

Signs Indicate Challenging Road Ahead for Electronic Security Industry

January 9, 2012

SSI’s 2012 Industry Forecast queries more than two dozen security authorities from all corners of the industry to tell you what to expect and how to target success. While customers expect more and competition is intensifying, security integrators and dealers are uniquely qualified and positioned to come out on top.

SIAC’s Stan Martin Calls Out Lack of Company Participation in Industry Associations

January 9, 2012

In SSI’s 2012 Industry Forecast, SIAC Executive Director Stan Martin says the lack of company participation in state and national associations probably won’t improve in the New Year.

News You Can Use to Plan 2012

January 7, 2012

A review of 2011 headlines to help you move forward in 2012.

CSAA's John Lombardi Considers How the Economy Will Affect the Industry in 2012

January 6, 2012

How will the economic climate effect the security market this year? CSAA First Vice President John Lombardi offers his thoughts for <em>SSI</em>'s 2012 Industry Forecast.

Alarm Industry Legal Expert Jeff Gorelick Shares 2012 Predictions for Security Business

January 6, 2012

More than 25 of the most prominent people in the industry rendered a deep and sweeping portrait of the impending security landscape for SSI's 2012 Industry Forecast. Here, Jeff Gorelick, managing partner, Gorelick Advisors Law Practice, addresses the most significant challenges, changes and opportunities the industry will possibly face in 2012.

SIA's Mark Visbal Discusses Technology Trends for 2012

January 6, 2012

In this online exclusive, Security Industry Association (SIA) Director of Research and Technology Mark Visbal shares his thoughts on where the security technology is headed in 2012.

Siemens' Chris Payne: 2012 Will Bring an Increase in Long-Term Service Contracts

January 5, 2012

What does 2012 hold in store for your business and the industry? Siemens Industry Direcotr of Intelligent Response, Fire Safety and Security Chris Payne discusses changes, challenges and opportunities he anticipates in the new year.

Axis Communications' Fredrik Nilsson Addresses 2012 IP Trends

January 5, 2012

Where is IP video headed this year? Axis Communications General Manager Fredrik Nilsson shares his thoughts for the 2012 Industry Forecast.

ESA Executive Director Merlin Guilbeau Talks Security Technology for 2012

January 5, 2012

In this online exclusive, Electronic Security Association (ESA) Executive Director Merlin Guilbeau shares his thoughts on where the security industry is headed in 2012.

Electronic Security Industry Analyst Sandy Jones Offers 2012 Projections

January 4, 2012

More than 25 of the most prominent people in the industry rendered a deep and sweeping portrait of the impending security landscape for SSI's 2012 Industry Forecast. Here, Sandy Jones, principal, Sandra Jones & Co., addresses the most significant challenges, changes and opportunities the industry will possibly face in 2012.