Majority of Security Integrators Hesitant to Do Business with IT Distributors

May 18, 2012

According to a new report from IMS Research, less than 40% of North American-based security systems integrators would prefer to deal with IT Distributors when purchasing their IP-based video surveillance products.  In Europe, this number exceeds 50%.

Paul Bremner of IMS Research says “the concerns are that IT distributors have the knowledge of the networking part of the installation, but many still lack the knowledge of what lenses, housing or physical mounts to use.”  “The other factor are the strong relationships that exist and continue to persist,” stated Bremner.

Another finding is that almost 80% of North American systems installers said they required better training from their suppliers of IP-based video surveillance products.

Source: Security Sales & Integration online, May 17, 2012

8 Traits of Successful Franchisees

May 14, 2012

By Jeff Elgin of Entrepreneur

A franchisee has to encompass numerous traits to be successful.  Here are a few to help determine if it’s a fit for you.

  • Motivated by results-focus on production, create benchmarks, set goals
  • Big thinker-Imagine the future and keep your eye on the prize
  • Chief cheerleader-Recognize others
  • Optimist-Take care of problems by solving them and not wasting time
  • People person-Building and maintaing relationships
  • Seatbelt enthusiast-Take precautions and look to mitigate risks involved
  • Resilient-Not held down, look for a challenge
  • Cool & collected-In tune with your surroundings and don’t panic or cause a scene.

Meet the newest addition to the Security 101 family!

May 9, 2012

Congratulations to the Glass family!  Ryan Glass, owner of our Dayton office and his wife welcomed a sweet baby girl over the weekend.  Welcome to the Security 101 family Kalin!

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How to integrate security into healthcare construction | Security Director News

May 4, 2012

It’s a constant struggle for security managers to get in the pre-construction/renovation phase of any project.  So, how do you avoid the issues that can be associated with this?  Proper planning!    Having a well-documented set of best practices on integration early on in the process can save lots of time and headaches. “Security managers [...]

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Security 101′s May E-newsletter is here!

May 1, 2012

Check out our most recent newsletter by clicking on the following link: Check out my #constantcontact newsletter.  

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Security 101′s Tom Echols discussing video trends today during CI’s free webinar

April 25, 2012

Don’t forget to tune into Commercial Integrators live free webinar at 2pm EST today.  Security 101′s Tom Echols will be discussing video surveillance trends, including video quality & video analytics. To register for this free live webinar, click HERE Security 101 focuses on helping clients protect their people, property & profits.  We are experts in [...]

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Air Force Veteran, Brandon Williams opens Security 101 San Antonio, TX franchise

April 24, 2012

Security 101 welcomes one of our newest franchises, San Antonio, TX.  Air Force veteran of 17 years, Brandon Williams heard of Security 101 through VetFran – the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) program that helps veterans access franchise opportunities. Brandon was introduced to Sprigster’s “Boost a Hero” program, which focuses on helping returning veterans raise the [...]

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Security 101′s Tom Echols chosen to participate in Commercial Integrator’s live webcast on April 25, 2012

April 19, 2012

Register today for Commercial Integrator’s live FREE webcast. Rewriting the Rules of Surveillance: 4 trends Event Date: April 25, 2012 at 2pm EST. Security 101′s very own Tom Echols has been chosen as a panelist to represent Security 101 for this live webcast.  Tom will discuss industry trends for video quality and analytics.  Other topics [...]

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Tax Tips for Procrastinators-The Top 8 Last-Minute Filing Blunders

April 16, 2012

Have you filed your taxes yet?  If not, you probably want to start panicking!  Tax day is tomorrow!  Here are the top 8 common mistakes to avoid: Using incorrect filing status Forgetting important numbers Making math errors Leaving money on the table Misunderstanding what an extension means Forgetting to account for all income Messing up [...]

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Franchises Get Social

April 13, 2012

Franchises have been reluctant to use social media in the past, but nowadays, many are starting to change their ways.  Rick Stark, CEO of Stark Logic, suggests “a franchisor wants to closely manage the brand, but that takes away from social media, which is the personal interaction.”  Many franchises are starting to utilize social media [...]

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