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When to Consider Being a Subcontractor
While many firms focus on hiring subcontractors to scale their business, there is a significant strategic advantage to positioning your security alarm company as the one being hired. Acting as a subcontractor for larger entities such as national integrators,…
Central Station Technology as an RMR Engine
In my last blog, I shared several non-negotiable features you should look for if you are looking to partner with a new central station or considering a move from your current one. Choosing a central station is a major decision, but once you’ve narrowed down the…
Choosing the Right Central Station
In my decades of working within the security industry, specifically alongside central stations, I’ve seen firsthand that the relationship between a dealer and their monitoring center is one of the most important factors in long-term success. For a dealer, your central…
Your Gross Margin: How Alarm Companies Can Maximize Valuation and Scalability
In the M&A world of Security, many owners focus solely on the “multiple” of their Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR). While RMR is the lifeblood of an alarm business, the quality of that revenue, specifically your gross margin, is what determines whether you receive…




