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Rodney Bosch
Although Bosch’s name is quite familiar to those in the security industry, his previous experience has been in daily newspaper journalism. Rodney Bosch is an editor for CE Pro sister publication Security Sales & Integration. Bosch is a graduate of California State University, Fresno with a degree in Mass Communication & Journalism. In 2007, he successfully completed the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association’s National Training School coursework to become a Certified Level I Alarm Technician.
Rodney Bosch's Latest Posts
ADT Reports Total Revenue Growth of 11% for Q1 2019
ADT successfully trimmed quarterly losses thanks to a decrease in expenses tied to debt.
Resideo Reports 4% Increase in Net Revenue for Q1 2019
Thanks in part to its next-generation smart home residential platform, Resideo Technologies reported a strong Q1.
Napco Security Technologies Reports 13% Increase in Net Sales for Q3
Napco’s net income for the quarter increased 71% to $3.1 million from $1.8 million a year ago.
Latest on UL Cybersecurity Standards for IoT Devices
UL Technology & Security director Andrew Jamieson says the world doesn’t need another IT security standard but does need cybersecurity oversight of IoT devices. He provides an update on UL’s Cybersecurity Assurance Program (CAP).
Alarm.com Reports 19% Increase in License Revenue for Q4 2018
The smart home security company finished strong in 2018, posting SaaS and license revenues of $77.8 million in Q4.
DR Horton, KB Homes: How Big Production Builders Deploy Smart-Home Technology Today
Mass-market DIY home automation systems work for production homes, but should be deployed with ‘white-glove’ service, and supported after the fact: ‘Connected Home’ panel with DR Horton and KB Homes
Alarm.com Q3 Results Show Total Revenue Growth of 24.3 Percent
For the third quarter ended Sept. 30, Alarm.com reported total revenue grew 24.3 percent to $111.8 million, up from $90 million during the same period last year.
10 Cybersecurity Smart Home Tips to Share With Customers
It’s Hacktober, also known as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), which means it’s the perfect time to brush up on some key tips to help keep your customers and their data safe from hackers.
Alarm.com Q2 Earnings Beat Previous Record
Thanks in part to an increase of security camera and thermostat sales, Alarm.com was able to exceed $100 million in total revenue for the first time in company history.
Hikvision, Dahua Targeted as U.S. Seeks to Ban Chinese Surveillance Cameras
Hikvision and Dahua, two major surveillance-systems suppliers, could be nixed from any U.S. government projects if the Senate approves House bill to ban Chinese-manufactured surveillance and communications systems on security grounds.
Napco Reports Q3 Net Sales Increase of 7 Percent
In addition to an increase in sales, Napco reports a Q3 recurring service revenue increase of 49 percent.
