You probably remember the hat. You remember his seasoned advice, his wide smile. If you’ve been in the electronic security business for any lengthy period of time, you remember Cecil Hogan. We certainly do here at SIAC. We remember a man committed to our industry,...
Many individuals and companies in the electronic security industry are familiar with SIAC. At the same time, many are not. This can be puzzling. We reach out in multiple ways to share our message and the positive activities regarding alarm management that we undertake...
ADT, Comcast, Johnson Controls, NetOne, Resideo. If you’ve been employed in the electronic security sector, you know those five companies. They stand out because of how deeply they impact the security industry in many positive ways. They contribute to causes. They set...
It has been three years since Ron Walters official retirement from SIAC. Since then he has continued to support SIAC by representing us on various standards committees. He leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to our industry. Ron, along with four other...
SIAC encourages security companies to chime in on the NSA (National Sheriffs Association) Public-Private Sector Partnership Award. It is an excellent opportunity to show your community how you are working WITH law enforcement. Please consider possible nominations for...
If you haven’t visited SIAC’s refurbished web site, please give it a look. You can check it out at: www.siacinc.org. It was a no-brainer for us to bring our supporters better information and improve the design and layout for an easier browsing experience. We...
Please welcome former Police Chief Doug Davis to the SIAC team. He will serve as one of our law enforcement liaisons for the eastern U.S. As he transitions and trains over the next several months, he will work with Glen Mowrey, who has shifted to part-time in his...
January 6, 2021 SIAC continues to promote the Model Ordinance, along with Alarm Management Committees, while participating in police and sheriff state and national meetings. This keeps our leadership contacts and network in place -- a large ongoing part of our...
(Editor’s note: The attached announcement regarding changes needed to be made by Burglar and Fire Alarm Companies in preparation for the nationwide implementation of 988 as the 3-digit abbreviated dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The message...
ESA recently presented the annual Morris F. Weinstock Person of the Year award to Howard Edward “Bud” Wulforst. SIAC congratulates Bud on this lifetime achievement. The Weinstock Award recognizes a lifetime of achievement in the security industry. As a supporter of...