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Finding good technicians is becoming increasingly difficult. Offering competitive wages and benefits

If you had to identify one commonality between the small “mom-and-pop” alarm companies and the major security firms,…

News March 31
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By suggesting using wireless repeaters to upgrade a security system, EdinAlarm in Edina, Minn., garn

Claire DaRe is facing a security system upgrade for the Gift Mart in suburban Minneapolis where she is…

News March 31
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When searching for a contract central station, you’re actually choosing a partner that you will pr

Finding the right contract central station is a key ingredient to the success of every alarm company. And,…

News March 31
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Implementing a drug and alcohol testing policy requires fairness to employees and adherence to state

There is a very good chance that someone in your workplace abuses alcohol or other drugs. According to…

News March 31
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Industry maturation, increased scrutiny from outside interests and more competitors should cause you

Today, you are actively involved in responding to not one, but several, new challenges to the status quo…

News January 31
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Jim Covert, former owner of SecurityLink has relocated to Australia and New Zealand to start Signatu

Security Sales: Why did you choose to buy a security company in Australia? Why Signature Security? Jim Covert:…

News January 31
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Dealers are differentiating themselves from the competition by promoting new home control features a

Robert Dozier, president of Global Security in Columbus, Ohio, has installed a system that allows the homeowner to…

News January 31
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Reduced man-hours and easier installation are key reasons why dealers and locksmiths are branching o

In 1991, Dennis Vessels, co-owner of ABC Locksmiths in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., ventured into low-end access control. The…

News December 31
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Recent interviews with Pro One executives John Hesse and Steve Millstein reveal the company will con

The fall 1997 merger of Protection One and Westar Security Group, the security arm of Topeka, Kan.-based utility…

News December 31
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