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Bob Grossman

Bob Grossman has held positions in all areas of the security industry — giving him plenty of opportunity to learn from his mistakes! Bob has authored articles for SECURITY SALES & INTEGRATION and other publications and has spoken at numerous industry events both internationally and in the United States. Currently the founder and president of R. Grossman and Associates, a consulting firm, he divides his time between project-based work for large integrated systems and product consulting for a variety of cutting-edge manufacturers. For more information, visit www.tech-answers.com.

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Bob Grossman's Latest Opinion Posts

Read: Exploring the Unintended Consequences of Business Acquisitions

Exploring the Unintended Consequences of Business Acquisitions

Acquisitions and consolidation have always been part of the security industry food chain, but end users are more frequently becoming collateral damage.

Read: An Inside Look at Beta Testing the IQ Panel 2

An Inside Look at Beta Testing the IQ Panel 2

Bench Test reviewer Bob Grossman shares what it was like to beta test the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 over 18 months.

Read: Would Extra Security Cameras Have Helped Stop the Las Vegas Shooter?

Would Extra Security Cameras Have Helped Stop the Las Vegas Shooter?

A video surveillance expert explains how a convergence of the right security technology and properly trained personnel could more effectively stop active shooters.

Bob Grossman's Latest Posts

Read: Review: PowerShades Interior Roller Shades

Review: PowerShades Interior Roller Shades

This installment of SSI’s Bench Test explores a product that crosses over from residential to security and why integrators should take note.

Read: Review: Axis Q Series P/T/Z vs. Anpviz P/T/Z

Review: Axis Q Series P/T/Z vs. Anpviz P/T/Z

This installment of SSI’s Bench Test explores what higher-end cameras have to offer the integrator and end user compared to the bargain bin.

Read: Review: Elgato Controller Passes Its Stream Test

Review: Elgato Controller Passes Its Stream Test

The Elgato Stream Deck controllers may primarily be for video game streaming, but they have the potential to be an invaluable differentiator for integrators.

Read: How the ‘Best Place to Live in Illinois’ Chose and Installed Its Video Security Solution

How the ‘Best Place to Live in Illinois’ Chose and Installed Its Video Security Solution

A well-known Chicago suburb, the Village of Schaumburg has a five-year plan to add video security to more than 30 locations.

Read: Review: Kwikset Obsidian Touchscreen Deadbolt  Enlivens Door Security

Review: Kwikset Obsidian Touchscreen Deadbolt Enlivens Door Security

The Kwikset Obsidian is a motorized deadbolt lock with a touchscreen keypad for control and utilizes Z-Wave Plus.

Read: Review: TRENDnet NVR PoE+ Switch Displays Its Value

Review: TRENDnet NVR PoE+ Switch Displays Its Value

The TPE-3018L is said to be a great little end-point switch with a built-in diagnostics tool that is surprisingly handy.

Read: Exploring the Unintended Consequences of Business Acquisitions

Exploring the Unintended Consequences of Business Acquisitions

Acquisitions and consolidation have always been part of the security industry food chain, but end users are more frequently becoming collateral damage.

Read: An Inside Look at Beta Testing the IQ Panel 2

An Inside Look at Beta Testing the IQ Panel 2

Bench Test reviewer Bob Grossman shares what it was like to beta test the Qolsys IQ Panel 2 over 18 months.

Read: Review: Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Is a Hub Above

Review: Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Is a Hub Above

The IQ Panel 2 remains the Swiss Army Knife of alarm panels with a strong lineup of security and home automation features.

Read: Review: Salient RED3 Integrated Server Is Nearly Perfect

Review: Salient RED3 Integrated Server Is Nearly Perfect

Salient Systems’ RED3 offers a compelling combo of hardware and software, allowing for simplified distributed deployment of VMSs.

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