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Westminster, CO- May 18, 2010 – For 30 years PSA-TEC has served as a resource for system integrators to gain the knowledge necessary to meet the challenges they face in the evolving security industry. In addition to the conference education this year’s PSA-TEC exhibit hall will showcase a variety of product launches and new entrants to the security industry including:
Amika Mobile specializing in emergency mass notification solutions. Amika’s vision is Save Lives on Any Device Any Network. The Amika Mobility Server is a network appliance that can auto-discover wired and wireless network devices and alert over WiFi, SMS, email, web, voice, message boards and public announcement systems. Amika Mobile has won 12 awards for its innovative solutions including the 2010 Most Innovative in Communications Interoperability from the Security Summit. PSA-TEC Booth #722.
Ascendance Wireless designs, manufactures, deploys and supports cost effective, reliable and high-performance intelligent IP Fixed Wireless Network solutions which enable simultaneous transmission of voice, video and data for physical security and video surveillance monitoring. Ascendance Wireless is an industry leader in the field of wireless surveillance for security applications. We have successfully deployed intelligent wireless infrastructure systems within hospitality, healthcare, education, public safety, energy, industrial, government, municipalities, logistics, military and rural markets. PSA-TEC Booth #327.
AVAD is the most complete home integration and commercial A/V solutions provider in the United States. Avad’s in-depth technology offering of the most trusted brands and progressive, continuing education programs provide all the support necessary to sell, design and implement complete home electronic and commercial solutions. Boasting stocked brands like Samsung, Panasonic, Bose, Crestron, Martin Logan and many others. AVAD has 26 US and 2 Canadian locations, all featuring integrated showrooms highlighting our assortment of technology solutions. See AVAD present in the show floor theatre on May 26th at 4:00PM.
BCD- Burgess Computer Decisions will be showcasing both their VPS series of Video Management Servers, as well as their high-powered Client Workstations, along with affordable POE switch solutions. BCD will also be demonstrating the ease of use of their on-line server quote tool, as well as their on-line PSA web catalog featuring over 700,000 products. PSA-TEC Booth #414
GO iSecurity is an online measuring service that combines aerial photography, property information and a robust set of measuring tools all in one application. Security integrators can measure anything on the outside of a property including height of buildings, square footage and linear distance. Go iSecurity can be used to determine camera locations and access points as well as calculate lens type and viewshed. Integrators now have an efficient way to access essential data needed to develop an installation plan. PSA-TEC Booth #533
P3- Perimeter Protection Products PSA is entering into an agreement with a new vendor, Perimeter Protection Products (P3) that will allow PSA to offer Transcore long-range parking and access control RFID products. P3 serves as a master distributor for Transcore and numerous other vehicle access control manufacturers. P3 provides superior product and technical support and is uniquely positioned to help PSA reach its strategic growth objectives. PSA-TEC Booth #712
WeSuite in partnership with PSA Security Network, WeSuite will be demonstrating their unique project estimation software. Their solutions are focused on promoting greater efficiencies and higher profitability through better business processes using our software. Key points important to integrators are that they will operate from a singular database, securely from the desktop in the office or remotely, with an intuitive, easy to use interface, and receive real time sales KPIs (key performance indicators) at their fingertips! Average ROI is within 3-6 months of use, first year savings is 200% and savings are annualized year after year! PSA-TEC Booth #207
PSA-TEC will be held at the in Rosemont, IL, May 24-28, 2010 and is open to all security professionals. For more information or to register for PSA-TEC, please visit www.psatec.com.
About PSA-TEC
With an unbiased educational offering, unmatched peer-to-peer networking and a highly-recognized standard of quality, PSA-TEC provides the security community with the only targeted industry gathering designed with the broad spectrum of needs and requirements for all levels of system integrators. The 5-day event covers basic technical training, advanced management, in-depth certification, plus the latest products and technology in a growing exhibit hall. www.psatec.com
Norwalk, CT – May 13, 2010 – PSA-TEC announces the lineup for the Fourth Annual Jam Session, sponsored by Bosch, that will take place Wednesday, May 26 beginning at 8:30 pm. The Jam Session is being held at Gibson’s Steak House, adjacent to the Doubletree Hotel, across from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL and is open to all PSA-TEC Badge Holders.
The Fourth Annual Jam Session event provides PSA-TEC badge holders networking opportunities while fellow security professionals showcase their musical talents. This year Tim Brooks, Eastern Sales Manager at PSA will be the MC and the musical lineup includes:
- Tim Miller, ASG Security
- Frank Defina, Samsung Techwin America
- Sam Pfeifle, Security Systems News
- Thomas Carnevale, Sentry 360 Security
- Daved Levine, SCI
- Greg Fisk, OCom Sales
- Mark Cederloff, Ascendance Wireless
- Julie Crawford, AWID
- Mark Henricy, Videotec
- Michael Feldman, Jeron
- Shawn McDade, D/A Central
- Jerry Cordasco, G4S
This year, joining the PSA-TEC attendees on stage is special guest Johnny Barbato, sponsored by Hikvision. Johnny sings and writes of life on the road, doing time and stories of first hand experiences with legendary artists such as Hank Williams Jr., David Allen Coe, BB King, Little Richard and many more.
“The Fourth Annual Jam Session is a perfect example of unique opportunities to network with peers in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. The Jam Session has become one of the reasons why attendees come back to PSA-TEC each year,” said Bill Bozeman, CEO and President at PSA Security Network.
PSA-TEC will be held in Rosemont, IL on May 24-28, 2010 and is open to all security professionals. For more information or to register for PSA-TEC, please visit: www.psatec.com.
About PSA-TEC
With an unbiased educational offering, unmatched peer-to-peer networking and a highly-recognized standard of quality, PSA-TEC provides the security community with the only targeted industry gathering designed with the broad spectrum of needs and requirements for all levels of system integrators. The 5-day event covers basic technical training, advanced management, in-depth certification, plus the latest products and technology in a growing exhibit hall. www.psatec.com
Westminster, CO- May 12, 2010- WeSuite, LLC announces a strategic alliance with PSA Security Network for the purpose of reselling WeSuite software products.
WeSuite, headquartered in White Plains, NY, provides leading-edge business process software solutions designed to increase operational efficiencies and overall profitability. The security industry is a primary market focus for WeSuite. Through its products WeOpportunity and WeEstimate, companies manage the sales process real time and end-to-end including: lead, opportunity and contact management, parts databases, labor pricing, proposal production, sales forecasting and sales reporting.
“We are very excited to join forces with PSA in the sale of WeSuite products to its membership,” said Tracy Larson, president of WeSuite. “PSA is a well known and well respected organization with a terrific dealer membership. We are very proud to be working with PSA and its member companies.”
Through its reseller agreement, PSA Security Network will sell WeOpportunity, WeEstimate and specialty add-on software modules. WeSuite will provide professional deployment and training services and on-going support for all customers.
“We are pleased to welcome WeSuite as our newest PSA Security Network Vendor Partner,” said Bill Bozeman, president and CEO, PSA Security Network. “We choose our vendor partners carefully according to the changing and ongoing needs of our owners and customers. WeSuite’s software product line is a great addition to PSA’s vendor mix.”
Sending consistent, professional and accurate proposals is as easy as “dragging and dropping” project information, selecting proposal document pages and emailing the proposal directly from WeEstimate. It’s that simple. Sales reports are at the desktop with real time data by sales region, office and individual for opportunities, proposals in progress, sent proposals, sales values, sales forecasting, pipelines, GP %, customer and market information. Less time creating accurate, profitable proposals and more time spent with your customers is a win-win.
About PSA Security Network
PSA Security Network (www.psasecurity.com ) is the world’s largest electronic security cooperative with members responsible for over $2 billion annually in security, fire, and life safety installations. These leading security systems integrators specialize in the design, installation, integration, and maintenance of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire, and life safety systems.
About WeSuite, LLC.
Founded in 2008, WeSuite, LLC is a leading provider of business process software solutions with emphasis on sales process management; lead and opportunity tracking and management, contact management, quote and proposal creation and management, sales reporting, forecasting and statistics. WeSuite solutions provide immediate ROI and ongoing savings typically returning 200% year 1. WeSuite professional services provide excellence in training and ongoing support ensuring the highest level of user satisfaction. WeSuite corporate headquarters is located inWhite Plains, NY. For more information about WeSuite visitwww.wesuite.com or info@wesuite.com or call 866 245-9248.
Both companies can be seen in
booth #207 at PSA-TEC
Norwalk, CT- May 11, 2010 – This year’s PSA-TEC conference program will feature a State of the Industry presentation on Thursday, May 27 at 8:00am in Room 33 of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The session will involve an analysis of current and future market trends, convergence, and strategic partnerships from a panel representing different sectors of the security industry. These thought leaders will aim to provide systems integrators with the latest information they need to succeed in the market place, whether their focus is on government, commercial, or residential projects.
Moderated by security consultant Sandra Jones of Sandra Jones and Company, the panel will comprise top industry leaders in physical security, network integration, low voltage communications, commercial sound and info-security, including:
- Bill Bozeman – CEO and President – PSA Security Network – Representing electronic security systems integrators
- Dave Carter – Managing Director – Security Network of America (SNA) – Representing independent security alarm monitoring, installing & servicing companies
- Richard Chace – CEO and Executive Director – Security Industry Association (SIA) – Representing physical security manufacturers and service providers
- Paul Cronin – CEO – 1nService – Representing network and technology integrators
- Brian Hansen – Specification Engineer – Leviton / President – BICSI – Representing information technology systems (ITS) including voice, data, electronic safety & security, and audio & video technologies
- Chuck Wilson – Executive Director – National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) – Representing integrators in commercial electronic systems and low-voltage
“For 30 years, PSA-TEC has served as a resource for system integrators to gain the knowledge necessary to meet the challenges they face in the evolving security industry. The State of the Industry presentation furthers that mission by providing attendees with critical insights to better to position themselves and their companies for success in the future,” said Bill Bozeman, CEO and President at PSA Security Network.
PSA-TEC will be held at the in Rosemont, IL, May 24-28, 2010 and is open to all security professionals. For more information or to register for PSA-TEC, please visit: www.psatec.com.
About PSA-TEC
With an unbiased educational offering, unmatched peer-to-peer networking and a highly-recognized standard of quality, PSA-TEC provides the security community with the only targeted industry gathering designed with the broad spectrum of needs and requirements for all levels of system integrators. The 5-day event covers basic technical training, advanced management, in-depth certification, plus the latest products and technology in a growing exhibit hall.
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