Everyone can use a trusted partner in business. Authorized dealer programs experienced a boom in the 1990s, allowing security dealers of any size to compete with the help of mass market residential security companies. According to past reporting by SDM, 23 percent of security dealers participate in at least one authorized dealer program. Many dealer programs were born out of the need for security companies to create cash flow to operate their businesses. Dealer programs have allowed for the growth of mom and pop operations, providing them with the support of a powerful brand and added support and infrastructure. Though some dealer programs operate through a buy-sell model, where accounts are sold off once they are generated, many dealer programs allow for equipment sales or different types of support, like billing, sales, marketing support and training. And, these dealer programs help dealers build long-term relationships with customers. The resources included in this section give dealers the tools they need to help support their business operations — no matter their size. These companies provide installation tools, supplies and accessories, operating equipment and supplies, dealer/installer business services, dealer training programs, vehicle/asset monitoring and tracking and more.