Summer is Prime-Time for Burglars, Unlocked Windows, Open Doors, and Long Vacations

With summer cookouts and parties to prepare for, and long, light evenings to enjoy, it's the time of year to pay attention to your home's...

The Use-It-or-Lose-It Truth About Security Systems and Break Ins

About a year ago we received a phone call from a customer asking to cancel their home security. It wasn't out of dissatisfaction. It wasn't related to customer service. It wasn't about faulty equipment. It wasn't for the system being too complicated. And, it wasn't for the cost. In fact, they were quite happy with service and quality. Then, why did this customer want to discontinue their home security? Answer: "Because we've never had a break-in so we don't need it."

An Amazon Patent to Use Drone Surveillance at Customer Homes

Would you pay for Amazon to use their drones for surveillance at your home? According to a recently approved patent, US Patent No. 10,313,638, that's exactly what they'd like to do. But, of the many patents filed each year, many simply don't go to market. Though some experts believe this one will and "surveillance as service" will be an actual thing in the future - through Amazon. See what you think. SSI Mag gives us food for thought... It certainly appears that Amazon

Why Layered Security Should Start With An Access Control Foundation

Security industry professionals seem to hold differing opinions on whether video surveillance or access control is the predominant...

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GenX Jerry and horror villains in hard hats outside an office for GenX Security Solutions commercial security nightmares

It's Friday the 13th...What Could Go Wrong (With Your Security)?

GenX Security Solutions Copper Wire Retirement Party graphic announcing November 2026 POTS copper phone line retirement deadlines affecting commercial fire alarm monitoring in South Carolina and North Carolina.

Copper Phone Lines Are Being Retired Now. Is Your SC or NC Fire Alarm Still Using One?

GenX Security Solutions at SCAGPO 2026 Booth 16 in South Carolina, featuring the GenX Files government security and AV exhibit, two company representatives, and GenX Jerry. The display highlights video surveillance, access control, professional audio visual integration, and public facility security planning following the South Carolina government procurement trade show.

SCAGPO 2026 Takeaways: What AV and Video Security Should SC Government Facilities Spec Next?

GenX Jerry presents government security project proposals featuring access control, video surveillance, professional AV integration, and network compatibility. South Carolina Procurement Guide by GenX Security Solutions, with the South Carolina State House in the background.

What Does a Smooth Government Security Project Look Like in South Carolina?

GenX Security Solutions celebrates ranking 24th among South Carolina’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies in 2026, marking four consecutive years in the top 25, with GenX Jerry displaying the company’s four SC 50 awards from 2023 through 2026.

GenX Security Solutions Ranks Among South Carolina's 25 Fastest Growing Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year

GenX Security Solutions fire alarm readiness meme showing a surprised facility manager preparing for a fire marshal inspection, checking fire alarm records, last test dates, and the 2026 Business Fire Alarm Readiness Checklist for commercial facilities in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.

What Smoke Detector and Fire Alarm System Records Should a Facility Manager Keep?

Commercial security integrator takeover with existing video surveillance, access control, fire alarm, network equipment, and security systems marked keep, upgrade, or replace by GenX Security Solutions.

Switching Security Integrators in South Carolina & North Carolina: What a Clean Takeover Looks Like

GenX Security Solutions commercial security graphic showing an after-hours door alert, surveillance camera detection, access control event, mobile notification, and live monitoring response at a commercial facility.

What Happens After Your Commercial Security System Detects a Threat?

GenX Security Solutions commercial security manager reviewing recorded surveillance footage from a South Carolina loading dock, with timestamp, playback timeline, export controls, and evidence review tools.

Can Security Camera Footage Be Trusted as Evidence? What South Carolina Businesses Need to Know

GenX Security Solutions commercial fire alarm graphic showing a fire alarm signal failing to reach a monitoring station because of an outdated POTS phone line, for businesses in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.

Is Your Commercial Fire Alarm Still Using a Phone Line? What Businesses Need to Know