The demand for video monitoring continues to grow as technology evolves and customer expectations shift. Once viewed as a passive tool for observation, video monitoring is now positioned as a proactive method of preventing threats, reducing false alarms, and even...
By Taylor Criddle, VP of Advocacy and Public Affairs The Lower 900 MHz band (902–928 MHz) is the backbone of an entire segment of the life safety and security industry. Under FCC Part 15, this unlicensed spectrum enables millions of...
FlyLock, a leading provider of access control solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with the Electronic Security Association (ESA) to arm technicians with industry-leading training and to enrich services offered by its growing network of nearly 100 franchise locations across...
This month we have had 34 new integrator members join the association! Here are all the new Integrators that have joined ESA in September. Welcome to the ESA Community! Many electronic security and life safety integrator members join ESA for...
BOS Security’s VirtuGuard™ is a provider of Video Auditing Services. Any company with surveillance camera infrastructure should be conducting video auditing. Typically, businesses only tend to use their camera infrastructure when they believe they need to view something, an incident...
The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named 10 winners for the 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards. Now in its third year, this prestigious awards program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry, celebrating their excellence...
Recently a large suburban community in Texas hired a new chief of police. The candidate they selected was a strong advocate for utilizing technology to enhance policing effectiveness. As American City and County Magazine recently reported, “Advancements in police technology...
At the heart of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) lies a simple but powerful truth: Our greatest strength is our people. The volunteers who give their time, talents, and passion to this association shape the future of electronic security and...
By Kevin Stone, ESA Chairman Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming many industries, including our own electronic security industry. From enhancing traditional alarm systems to revolutionizing how CCTV footage is monitored and analyzed, AI is helping businesses and homeowners alike...
By Tracy Larson, President, WeSuite Hiring a new salesperson is always a leap of faith—especially when that person is new to the security industry. They may bring sales experience, people skills, and enthusiasm, but translating that into accurate quotes, margin-conscious...