Trades in High School – the Great Come Back

Trades in High School – the Great Come Back

Recently one of my Dad’s Facebook posts caught my attention as it was titled, “It’s Time to Bring Back Shop Class”. I think it, and others like it, are making the rounds pretty consistently on social media. Turns out this...
As Fuel Prices Surge, ESA Membership Offers Relief for Integrators, Dealers

As Fuel Prices Surge, ESA Membership Offers Relief for Integrators, Dealers

Gas prices are soaring across the nation and when the increase will stop remains unclear. If you need help managing higher gas prices, there are ways to save through our Membership Savings Program. Membership is as powerful as you make it....
Culture and Commitment: How Core Values Sustain Custom Alarm’s Success

Culture and Commitment: How Core Values Sustain Custom Alarm’s Success

“I want to give you an example of the fun we have here,” Melissa Brinkman says. She opens her door and turns her laptop around, giving her Zoom audience a glimpse into the office. The screen fills with colorful lights...
Legislative and Regulatory Issues to Watch in 2022

Legislative and Regulatory Issues to Watch in 2022

The last several years have been anything but "normal" in terms of legislative issues that loomed large for electronic security and life safety businesses. From horrific school shootings to a virus that virtually halted the US economy, legislative priorities will...
Tracking and Increasing RMR Opportunities

Tracking and Increasing RMR Opportunities

SPONSORED CONTENT As security integrators in residential and commercial markets transition to Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR) based business models, many integrators find that tracking and compensating for RMR is a challenge. Learn how specialized software can help ease the burden...
ESA Appoints Kevin Stone, Doyle Security, as Treasurer on Board

ESA Appoints Kevin Stone, Doyle Security, as Treasurer on Board

Kevin Stone, Chief Operating Officer of Doyle Security Systems in Rochester, NY, has recently been appointed as Treasurer on the Electronic Security Association’s Board of Directors. The purpose of a Treasurer is to work collectively to provide good governance of...
Mobile access  has never been easier!

Mobile access has never been easier!

SPONSORED CONTENT LEGIC Connect Go and “Credentials as a Service” The smartphone has become the de facto device used for interaction with almost everything. From ePayment, virtual transportation and concert tickets, customer loyalty cards, office, residence, and hotel room entry,...
Steering Federal Construction Funds to Unions is Bad Public Policy

Steering Federal Construction Funds to Unions is Bad Public Policy

On February 4, 2022 President Biden issued an executive order (EO) that will require project labor agreements (PLAs) on federal construction contracts of $35 million or more in total value. While many ESA members may think the size of these...
Legislative Report February 2022

Legislative Report February 2022

Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry from February.   Federal Legislative Summary – February 2022 If you ever want to know how bizarre things can get in Congress, take a...
AT&T 3G Sunset Update

AT&T 3G Sunset Update

We reach out today to share updates on this important week. AICC continues its significant efforts to ensure a safe and reasonable sunset of the AT&T 3G network. Over the past year, AICC has gained support from the White House,...