ESA and SIA Partner to Elevate the Industry Amidst Skilled Labor Stressors

ESA and SIA Partner to Elevate the Industry Amidst Skilled Labor Stressors

The skilled labor shortage is reaching epidemic proportions. For the first time, there are more job openings than there are eligible workers to fill them — and economists have us bracing for wage pressures to build with higher competition and...
Legislation to Watch: Threats from Politely Titled Bills

Legislation to Watch: Threats from Politely Titled Bills

Since the beginning of the year, ESA began following bills unlike any seen in recent history. We mentioned the numerous occupational licensing bills that would require oversight and review of all licenses. We also noted several bills that would expand...
NTS Releases Spring Online Instructor-Led Training Schedule

NTS Releases Spring Online Instructor-Led Training Schedule

Online Instructor-Led Training courses allow you to get the full benefit of a live instructor teaching a course without the travel time or expense! Interact with your instructor, ask questions, and download course material all from the comfort of your home or...
February Executive Summary

February Executive Summary

This month was very busy on several different issue areas. States continue to file well-funded school security legislation. We also saw some supportive bills that will prohibit local jurisdictions from fining alarm companies and/or forcing them to collect registration fees...
SnapAV Enters a Strategic Alliance with Clare

SnapAV Enters a Strategic Alliance with Clare

SnapAV has teamed up with Clare, the industry-leading provider of security and smart-home automation products. The alliance makes SnapAV the exclusive source for Clare products. Installers will benefit from the combination of Clare’s intuitive product line and SnapAV’s award-winning support...
Professional Installation and Monitoring Associations Dispute Google’s Statement, “Security Systems Often Use Microphones”

Professional Installation and Monitoring Associations Dispute Google’s Statement, “Security Systems Often Use Microphones”

The Monitoring Association (TMA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA), (March 5, 2019, Vienna, Va. and Irving, Tx) – Recent reporting by Business Insider, CNN Business and many other publications have highlighted the undisclosed, on-board microphone discovered in Google’s Nest...
Electronic Security Association and Security Industry Association Announce Coordination on Workforce Development Strategies

Electronic Security Association and Security Industry Association Announce Coordination on Workforce Development Strategies

(March 5, Irving, TX) – The Electronic Security Association (ESA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA) are collaborating on a joint strategy to help their members identify, recruit and retain qualified employees for a variety of professional roles within manufacturer...