As 2022 draws to a close, we’re taking a bit of time to look back and reflect on the things this year has held for us here at Tech. And while we’re certainly as proud as ever of the technology solutions and services we’ve provided our customers, we’re also very happy with the way our experts have stepped up as educators and thought leaders in the life safety and communication spaces.
Our knowledge base is one of our biggest strengths, and we’re passionate about sharing that knowledge in order to help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. If you missed it, here are some editor’s picks of the best thought leadership and educational content we’ve shared this year!
Chris Skinner on AI in Video Surveillance
Of all the buzzwords in security at the moment, AI is one of the buzziest. But if you ask Chris Skinner, our Director of Security Technologies, that buzz is more than warranted. AI is a fascinating and powerful technology that is driving video surveillance forward in a big way, but many people are carrying around misconceptions about exactly what it is and what it does. Want to learn more about it? Check out his blog!
Joe Filla on Navigating Supply Chain Challenges
In recent times, nearly everybody has become increasingly familiar with the frustrating realities of material shortages and supply chain delays. But even when it feels like the logistics industry is grinding to a halt, the rest of the world still needs to move forward. Our Technology Solutions Manager Joe Filla shared some thoughts about how to stay solution-oriented through a supply chain crisis, with the help of strong technology partners. Joe is a great resource to help anyone in the construction industry keep projects moving in the right direction!
Lauren Behle on Why Your Monitoring Carrier Matters
You count on your life safety and security technologies to keep you safe, but who do you count on to keep those technologies working at full capacity? Lauren Behle, Managed Systems Contract Sales here at Tech, explains why your alarm monitoring carrier can make a big difference. Check out the video below!
Adam Baer on Why You are Your Own Biggest Cybersecurity Threat
Everyone knows the word cybersecurity, but very few people have a solid understanding of what it means, and even fewer are doing enough about it. Adam Baer, our Director of IT Services, wrote an excellent piece on how the biggest threats to your network probably aren’t the first ones that would come to mind. If you want to learn more about how your own employees’ behavior could be putting your business at work, check out his blog. And, if you need help shoring up your network’s defenses, you know who to call.
Laura Wasson in Springfield Business Journal’s “Ask The Experts”
In case you missed it, Laura Wasson, an owner and Executive Director of Sales here at Tech is serving as the Bulding Technology expert on the Springfield Business Journal’s “Ask The Experts” panel! Her first Ask The Experts entry dropped in November. Keep an eye out for monthly updates as she provides insightful answers to important technology questions!
Chris Skinner on Trunk Slammers, and Why You Should Avoid Them
We know that 99.99% of the time, price is a factor in any project. But placing too much priority on the lowest bid can cause all sorts of trouble, argues Chris Skinner. He wrote an excellent article sharing some excellent thoughts on the dangers of working with “trunk slammer”-types, and the practices that set reputable integrators apart. Chris’s years of experience have left him with some valuable lessons on how to do a project right, as well as some funny stories about what happens when things go wrong. Check out his piece on our blog!
