AVS-01: The New Monitoring Standard That Will Enhance Credibility of Burglary Alarms
AVS-01 was designed to enhance professional monitoring services, communication to ECC/PSAPs and open opportunities for Security Dealers.
Category: Independent Alarm Dealers
What Goes Into Creating and Approving Industry Standards? More Than You Think
Since standards dictate how you do installations and where systems are monitored, it’s extremely important to understand how they come into being. TMA President and VP of Technology and Innovation at Rapid Response, Morgan Hertel, shares the behind-the-scenes process.
Opportunities for Professional Monitoring Beyond Security
The professional monitoring industry has expanded beyond security, opening major opportunities to target new markets and diversify service offerings.
Video Monitoring Best Practices
An increasing number of jurisdictions are requiring video verification to respond to alarms. Read this step-by-step guide for Security Dealers to deploy it right.
The Value of Professional Monitoring
Professional monitoring enhances the power of security systems. Learn how Security Dealers can push the value of 24/7 staff for real-time monitoring to grow their subscriber base.
6 Ways to Reduce False Alarms
Though we may never eliminate false alarms — expertise, technology, engagement, communication, cooperation, and education are moving our industry forward. Learn what role you play in the ongoing efforts.
Evolving Technology & Costs: The New Paradigms in Monitoring
There will be several new “paradigms” emerging all of which will impact the costs of monitoring. As an industry, we need to consider them very carefully.
Why Central Stations Must Adapt to These Changing Consumer Communications
Central stations and call centers need to be able to meet the demands of different standards to be able to serve their clients and end users universally and effectively.
Why Combining A/V & AI Might Finally Lower the False Alarm Rate
Video and audio verification are helping to reduce calls for service, but more is needed to combat the human error of false alarms.
How Do Location Services Work?
What exactly are location services and how do they work? Here’s how GPS, WiFi, cell towers and beacons work to pinpoint a location.
