“We’re thrilled to welcome the expert team members at Apex to Everon as we kick off the new year,” said Dan Bresingham, CEO. “Their proven dedication over decades to provide an outstanding customer service experience will be instrumental in helping us to grow in a critical market area in the west, expanding our reach from coast-to-coast. We had promised a story of growth for Everon, and we’re excited to have the talented Apex team with us as we enter an exciting new chapter in our commercial business.”

Established in 2004, Apex Integrated Security Solutions emerged as a turnkey commercial systems integrator with a vision to bring top-tier integrated security, fire and life safety solutions to Idaho’s Treasure Valley, according to the announcement. Over the past 20 years, the organization is said to have grown into the largest Idaho-based security and fire systems integrator with a strong local, national and international customer base across industries.

“At Apex Integrated Security Solutions, we feel that our track record for excellence speaks for itself,” said Bill Atkinson, owner. “Our success has been the result of a down-to-earth, time-honored approach to provide superior service and maintain a true, customer-focused mentality, and we recognize that same energy at Everon. We look forward to this opportunity to join ranks with them in pursuit of a common goal – exceeding customer and industry expectations across the board.”

Everon was built over the past decade by some of the most trusted names in commercial security. The company supports more than 300,000 customer locations and staffs over 5,000 employees, including 2,300 technicians, across more than 100 branches. //

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“Integrated Security and Communications is a fantastic organization serving enterprise pharmaceutical, life science, transportation, manufacturing and logistics customers across the world,” said Joe Oliveri, CEO, Pavion. “The people of ISC are very strong and will be a great addition to our business. We have a performance culture focused on the customer and believe Michael and his team are a great fit.”

Michael Thomas, Integrated Security and Communications founder and CEO, said, “I am truly excited to join forces with Pavion. As we entered 2023, we realized we required significant financial, systems and process related investments to continue our growth. After assessing various options and speaking with Pavion CEO Joe Oliveri and his leadership team, we are confident that our decision to merge into Pavion will translate to value for our customers, our employees, and the stakeholders of both companies.”

Sergio Katz, Pavion vice president of merger and acquisition, added, “This acquisition represents a significant Pavion milestone as the 20th acquisition since the company was acquired by Wind Point Partners in 2020. Pavion buys great companies that have a strategic industry vertical, technology portfolio or geographic fit. ISC hits all three metrics with regulatory compliance driven customers, strong engineering and systems integration capabilities, and the ability to serve and manage the demands of global customers.” //

Resideo is a global manufacturer and developer of technology-driven products that provide critical comfort, energy management and safety and security solutions. The company also distributes security, life safety, A/V and low-voltage products through its ADI Global Distribution business. XTEN-AV provides a collaborative software platform for integrators to conceptualize designs and streamline proposal processes.

“We continue to see Pro AV as a growth category, and we’re investing in technology to help drive the industry forward,” said Stu Tisdale, senior vice president and chief experience officer, ADI Global Distribution. “We recognize the value XTEN-AV’s platform delivers, and we’re excited to support them to advance their software platform and help deliver greater impact to customers.”

XTEN-AV’s cloud-based solution integrates design and drawing tools with proposal software. The platform’s device and personnel agnostic approach ensures that critical project data is readily accessible. XTEN-AV also reportedly holds a utility patent for its drawings automation technology.

“We are excited about the support from Resideo and ADI, as it enables us to reach a broader audience globally,” said Vibhav Singh and Sahil Dhingra, co-founders of XTEN-AV. “This strategic investment not only strengthens our position in the market but also signifies a shared vision of advancing the Pro AV industry through innovation and efficiency.” //

Paraclete caters to diverse sectors, including restaurant compliance (UL300), industrial and commercial facilities, property management, and specialized services tailored for the telecom and technology sectors, necessitating 24-hour emergency response capabilities. This expertise is said to make Paraclete a seamless and valuable addition to the RapidFire platform and family.

“In my decision to work with RapidFire, the paramount factor was ensuring the continued growth and opportunities for my team members,” stated Allen Quirk, president of Paraclete Fire & Safety. “Our team, some of whom have been with us for over two decades, are the backbone of this company. It was crucial to choose a partner who values stability and gradual, thoughtful change, rather than immediate and sweeping transformations.”

RapidFire CEO Mike McLeod said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Allen Quirk and the Paraclete team to our RapidFire team in California. Allen’s extensive industry leadership, honed through roles in key organizations like Buckeye, Brooks Equipment, and the California State Fire Marshal’s Advisory Committee, combined with the team's unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, strengthens our ability to deliver RapidFire’s exceptional fire systems & services across California. This means faster response times, wider coverage, and even greater peace of mind for our customers.”

Founded by McLeod and Colin Harrold, in partnership with Concentric Equity Partners, RapidFire operates locations throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States. //

“We are thrilled to welcome ISP and RVA into the Security 101 core team,” said Greg Daly, CEO of Security 101. “Their outstanding reputations complement our focus on providing top-tier security solutions nationwide. The acquisitions are a major step in our growth and a testament to our commitment to excellence in the security industry.”

Anthony Iovine and Rob Ryan, co-owners of ISP, shared, “Our experience operating as a Security 101 franchise enabled us to build a strong foundation in partnership with their robust systems and values. We're excited to deepen our involvement in the Security 101 family and continue to drive growth and innovation in our markets.”

Demus Oxford, the owner of RVA added, “Joining the Security 101 team represents a significant milestone for our company and enhances our ability to provide top-tier security solutions. Our team looks forward to building on the powerful national brand that is Security 101.”

Security 101, a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital with over 50 locations in the U.S., serves a diversified set of commercial customers across multiple end markets, including healthcare, education, financial and government. The company delivers a full-service offering of security services and products including the design, installation and maintenance of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, visitor management, and managed service solutions. //

“This acquisition marks another step in expanding our PKI and IoT business,” said Martin Ladstaetter, HID senior vice president and managing director for IAMS. “Bringing ZeroSSL’s established expertise and strong brand into the HID portfolio reinforces our commitment to safeguarding digital transactions while expanding our suite of offerings.”

SSL certificates create an encrypted connection between a web server and a browser, safeguarding data privacy. Issuing more than 500,000 monthly certificates to more than 2.4 million user accounts globally, ZeroSSL’s offerings include an automated e-commerce platform for SSL certificates and integration services for lifecycle management of those certificates. Without such automation, website operators and owners must manually manage the SSL certificate, thereby risking outages due to human errors and ensuing cybersecurity risks.

“We welcome ZeroSSL to the HID family and are excited to leverage their platform and technology to enhance the customer experience,” said Björn Lidefelt, excecutive vice president and head of HID. “I look forward to further developing our PKI/IoT solutions as a growth driver for HID.”

Moving forward, ZeroSSL’s offerings will be integrated into HID’sPKIand IoT Business Unit, allowing HID to be better positioned to provide even stronger authentication, better encryption services, and more comprehensive validation procedures for organizations engaging in large-scale online transactions, according to an announcement. //

The acquisition increases greensite’s reach in western Nassau County, as well as other geographic areas, according to an announcement. Snooper Security has been a staple in the Five Towns community for 55 years, with the majority of its customers — both residential and commercial — in Cedarhurst, Hewlett, Inwood, Lawrence and Woodmere, with extensions into New York City, New Jersey and the east end of Long Island.

“With deep roots in the community, Snooper Security wanted to make sure their existing clients received the quality, prompt, professional service that greensite prides itself on,” said Michael Alfano, greensite founder and CEO. “greensite is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service, personalized experience, and top-of-the-line security solutions for our clients, and we look forward to providing that same level of service to our new customers.”

The leadership teams of both companies are working together to ensure a seamless integration. The combined entity boasts a wider service area, a comprehensive technology portfolio and a strengthened team of security professionals, according to an announcement.

The Snooper Security acquisition follows greensite's purchase of Advantage Alarms, located in Rockland County, N.Y., in July. //

The challenge across industries is to create a unified experience for consumers, where multiple devices are interoperable and integrate with utility demand response and time-of-use programs, according to Parks Associates, which conducts ongoing quarterly research of 8,000 U.S. internet households.

The white paper, “The Power Play: Uniting Smart Devices for Home Energy Management,” highlights the current consumer demand for energy efficiency and strategies to deploy comprehensive, interoperable energy management solutions for U.S. households.

“Rising costs are motivating consumers to seek out energy-efficient solutions, but the lack of interoperability between different brands and generations of smart devices poses a significant barrier to effective energy management,” said Jennifer Kent, vice president, research, Parks Associates. “In addition, utilities and energy providers would gain extensive insight and ability to optimize energy usage if energy devices such as solar inverters, smart thermostats, room sensors, and smart blinds work together.”

Resideo collaborates with industry groups to help guide interoperability standards adoption that will deepen the company’s whole-home energy management platform, impact electric grid stability and enable simplified electrification, according to Linsey Miller, senior vice president, business development and strategic marketing, Resideo.

“The Resideo Energy Management team, together with utilities, providers and other smart appliance brands, can help deliver more comfortable and efficient homes to curb consumer costs and decrease overall energy use,” she said.

“The Power Play” highlights the barriers and opportunities that exist in making optimized whole-home energy management a reality. Beyond detailing technological capabilities, the white paper is said to examine the broader implications for various stakeholders in the energy sector, including the benefits to energy providers, device-makers, and retailers, and charts a course for the future development of these critical technologies. //

The RFA feature, introduced in 2021, allowed public safety agencies, including fire and police departments, to solicit and obtain videos from users that may be relevant to an investigation without the police needing to seek a warrant.

Kuhn did not specify a reason why the RFA feature was eliminated; however, it was prompted by concerns about its ethical implications. There have been ongoing questions regarding the company’s handling of private data and its relationship with law enforcement.

Amazon acquired Ring in 2018. In May 2023, Amazon agreed to pay more than $30 million in a settlement to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations of “privacy lapses” in its Alexa and Ring divisions, according to CNBC.

The settlement called for Ring to delete any customer videos and data collected from an individual’s face, referred to as “face embeddings,” that it obtained prior to 2018, as well as delete any work products it derived from videos, CNBC reported.

Kuhn said public safety agencies will still be able to use the Neighbors app to share safety tips, updates and community events.

“They will no longer be able to use the RFA tool to request and receive video in the app,” he continued. “Public safety agency posts are still public, and will be available for users to view on the Neighbors app feed and on the agency’s profile.” //

“Throughout our long-standing partnership and investment with Fusus, we’ve witnessed the impact of collaboration in achieving remarkable results for law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve,” said Ran Mokady, Axon’s senior vice president of real-time operations. “This acquisition is a significant milestone in our mission to protect life as it further enables law enforcement and emergency teams to better deter and respond to escalating situations.”

Fusus, based in Peachtree Corners, Ga., specializes in aggregating live video, data and sensor feeds from virtually any source, enhancing situational awareness and investigative capabilities for public safety, education and commercial customers, the announcement states. The company is said to provide Axon with technology not currently in its existing network, and facilitates seamless connections to critical data sources such as camera locations and video feeds from both fixed and body-worn cameras during unfolding incidents.

Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Axon, formerly TASER, has staked its entire business on body cameras and AI since it rebranded in 2017. Fusus’ technology propels Axon’s real-time operations product roadmap, addressing critical challenges faced in public safety, according to the announcement. It enables law enforcement professionals with location mapping, escalation alerts, livestreaming, real-time and post-incident visibility, allowing expedited decision-making and responsive actions.

“Our collaboration with Axon has helped Fusus raise the bar on how first responders can affect positive outcomes through open and interoperable systems,” said Chris Lindenau, CEO of Fusus. “As one team with a shared purpose to protect life, we are poised to rapidly expand this vision into the way law enforcement agencies, governments, businesses and schools work together in support of community safety.” //