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Public Safety Updates

  • Public safety turns to tech amid staffing challenges
    11.4.24 – Government Technology – Emergency dispatch agencies are increasingly relying on advanced technology to manage staffing shortages. North Carolina’s transition to next-generation 911 has modernized communication, while companies like RapidSOS are introducing tools that integrate with the internet of things. However, outdated radio communications and the slow adoption of digital IDs remain significant challenges.

Featured Articles

Business

  • Matter 1.4 expands support for smart-home devices
    11.7.24 – ZDNet – The Connectivity Standards Alliance has released Matter 1.4, expanding support for device types such as solar-powered equipment, electric vehicle supply equipment and thermostats. This update enhances automation and user control, and it improves the multi-admin feature for seamless integration across ecosystems.
  • Want Loyal Customers? Try These 5 Things
    11.11.24 – Entrepreneur – 1. Foster genuine connections · 2. Create shared experiences · 3. Build trust · 4. Listen and learn · 5. The power of personalization.
  • Say goodbye to passwords
    11.11.24 – Fast Company – Passkey adoption is up, and problems are being fixed. It’s been a couple of years since Apple, Google, and Microsoft started trying to kill the password, and its demise seems more likely than ever.
  • The most important thing to do after any negotiation
    11.11.24 – Fast Company – Taking the lead on the follow-up ensures you aren’t creating space for a participant to second-guess or back out.  

Crime

NESA is a federation of state associations established to serve and promote the electronic systems industry at the direction of, and through its affiliated state associations. Six state associations are part of NESA – Arkansas Security Alarm Association (ASAA), Kansas Electronic Security Association (KESA), Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association (LLSSA), Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (MDBFAA), Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (OKBFAA) and Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (TBFAA). For more info visit www.nesaus.org.