As you may have seen in the news or on social media recently, big box stores have begun to hire sales teams and are training them to become field representatives to sell many of their products and services which include… Continue Reading →
In a crowded marketplace with non-traditional companies and DIY products being pushed into prospective channels, residential security dealers and low-voltage contractors may be questioning how they can differentiate their system offerings and help their businesses stand out in the market…. Continue Reading →
With the continued rising popularity of IP-based security camera systems showing no signs of slowing down, the capability to remotely monitor and control these systems from a mobile device has become a major draw for customers. The ability to check… Continue Reading →
In many installations security integration companies are putting IP cameras onto separate or parallel networks. In these cases, the installing firm would normally supply network switches to provide connectivity for IP cameras, access control devices, and other security equipment. … Continue Reading →
As the old year rolls into 2016, it’s time to consider some of the trends that have the potential to change our industry in the future. While some of these topics may be considered as threats to security and low-voltage… Continue Reading →
There has never been a more exciting time in the security industry for the connected home. Before a few years ago, access control and home automation meant tens of thousands of dollars in investment and hours of running wires. With… Continue Reading →
According to the FBI, every 15 seconds a burglary is committed in the United States. It’s no wonder that home and business owners are installing increasingly sophisticated intrusion systems to help protect their properties. And while today’s intrusion systems offer… Continue Reading →
In my house I have a number of IP cameras set up from various vendors. A few of the cameras are set to send video streams to an NVR connected to my LAN. We recently had a power outage that… Continue Reading →