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Bob Dolph, SSI Contributor

Bob is currently a Security Sales & Integration "Tech Talk" columnist and a contributing technical writer. Bob installed his first DIY home intercom system at the age of 13, and formally started his technology career as a Navy communication electronics technician during the Vietnam War. He then attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering and went on to complete a Security Management program at Milwaukee Area Technical College. Since 1976, Bob has served in a variety of technical, training and project management positions with organizations such ADT, Rollins, National Guardian, Lockheed Martin, American Alarm Supply, Sonitrol and Ingersoll Rand. Early in his career, Bob started and operated his own alarm dealership. He has also served as treasurer of the Wisconsin Burglar and Fire Alarm Association and on Security Industry Association (SIA) standards committees. Bob also provides media and training consulting to the security industry.

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Bob Dolph's Latest Opinion Posts

Read: Tech Talk: No RMR? Are You Serious?

Tech Talk: No RMR? Are You Serious?

In the security business, you need to provide a product and service, just like many other service companies — but don’t forget about RMR.

Read: Tech Talk: Holiday Gifts for the Tech Enthusiasts in Your Life

Tech Talk: Holiday Gifts for the Tech Enthusiasts in Your Life

Highlighting some tech-related gifts that are most likely to put a big smile on the faces of even the toughest person to find something unique for.

Read: Tech Talk: Alarm Contacts – Done Right

Tech Talk: Alarm Contacts – Done Right

Now that we know what to watch out for in alarm contacts, we also realize that it can physically fail closed for several reasons.

Read: Tech Talk: Security for the Security Pro

Tech Talk: Security for the Security Pro

Mobile technology could help security pros feel more secure themselves when working alone or on remote jobsites.

Read: Tech Talk: A Closer Look at the Past, Present & Exciting Future of Motion Detection

Tech Talk: A Closer Look at the Past, Present & Exciting Future of Motion Detection

The melding of intruder notification and verification with AI combined with new device standards will catapult motion detection forward.

Bob Dolph's Latest Posts

Read: Tech Talk: No RMR? Are You Serious?

Tech Talk: No RMR? Are You Serious?

In the security business, you need to provide a product and service, just like many other service companies — but don’t forget about RMR.

Read: Tech Talk: Holiday Gifts for the Tech Enthusiasts in Your Life

Tech Talk: Holiday Gifts for the Tech Enthusiasts in Your Life

Highlighting some tech-related gifts that are most likely to put a big smile on the faces of even the toughest person to find something unique for.

Read: Tech Talk: Alarm Contacts – Done Right

Tech Talk: Alarm Contacts – Done Right

Now that we know what to watch out for in alarm contacts, we also realize that it can physically fail closed for several reasons.

Read: Tech Talk: Security for the Security Pro

Tech Talk: Security for the Security Pro

Mobile technology could help security pros feel more secure themselves when working alone or on remote jobsites.

Read: Smarter Solutions & Tech Advances Bring More Power to Security Systems

Smarter Solutions & Tech Advances Bring More Power to Security Systems

Selecting and deploying then right power supply is critical for an integrator to ensure reliable system functioning.

Read: Tech Talk: A Closer Look at the Past, Present & Exciting Future of Motion Detection

Tech Talk: A Closer Look at the Past, Present & Exciting Future of Motion Detection

The melding of intruder notification and verification with AI combined with new device standards will catapult motion detection forward.

Read: Tech Talk: Nine Ways to Ensure Neat & Sweet Pro Cabling

Tech Talk: Nine Ways to Ensure Neat & Sweet Pro Cabling

Keeping your cables neat from the start of an installation can save you time, money and aggravation in the future.

Read: A New Age: Digital Electricity

A New Age: Digital Electricity

While DE is still in its early stages of development, it’s clear that it has the potential to transform the way that we generate, transmit and distribute electricity.

Read: Why Investing in Wireless Is Worthwhile

Why Investing in Wireless Is Worthwhile

Wireless security advantages include faster installation, lower costs, less site disruption and use when hardwire isn’t feasible. Here’s how its legacy limitations are being overcome.

Read: A Slew of Promising ISC West Show Picks

A Slew of Promising ISC West Show Picks

Notes on some ISC West exhibitor picks that caught my attention from a remote virtual tour of the show floor.

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