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Ron Davis, SSI Contributor

Ron Davis is Security Sales & Integration's "What's the Big Idea?" columnist and contributing market analyst. He is president of Davis Marketing Group (DMG), a full-service consulting firm serving the security industry, which also includes GraybeardsRus. He has 35 years of industry experience, including founding Security Associates Int’l in the 1980s.

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Ron Davis's Latest Opinion Posts

Read: The Big Idea: Entrepreneurial Spirit Drives Jeff Handy’s Success

The Big Idea: Entrepreneurial Spirit Drives Jeff Handy’s Success

With prognostications of gloom and doom in the industry, Handy has been steadfastly adamant about the future of the security industry.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Secrets to Success Are Simpler Said Than Done

Big Idea of the Month: Secrets to Success Are Simpler Said Than Done

Mike Polizzi shares the secrets of success behind ABF Security, the company he’s run with his brother Joe for decades.

Read: Should COVID-19 Give Security Companies Reason to Worry About Their Future?

Should COVID-19 Give Security Companies Reason to Worry About Their Future?

Are you concerned that your company is losing value, or that COVID-19 will help DIY put an end to pro security? Industry veteran and consultant Ron Davis explains why there’s no reason to worry.

Read: How to Get More More Residential Security Business With A/V, Automation

How to Get More More Residential Security Business With A/V, Automation

By “owning the home,” security pros can be a one-stop shop for customers looking for security, A/V and other connected services.

Read: Wholesale Alarm Monitoring Is Changing: Here’s How to Pick the Best Company

Wholesale Alarm Monitoring Is Changing: Here’s How to Pick the Best Company

As the wholesale alarm monitoring segment becomes commoditized, the main differentiating factor today is the quality of service offered to the end user.

Ron Davis's Latest Posts

Read: The Big Idea: Entrepreneurial Spirit Drives Jeff Handy’s Success

The Big Idea: Entrepreneurial Spirit Drives Jeff Handy’s Success

With prognostications of gloom and doom in the industry, Handy has been steadfastly adamant about the future of the security industry.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Secrets to Success Are Simpler Said Than Done

Big Idea of the Month: Secrets to Success Are Simpler Said Than Done

Mike Polizzi shares the secrets of success behind ABF Security, the company he’s run with his brother Joe for decades.

Read: Small Dealers Can Benefit From Industry Roll-ups Boom

Small Dealers Can Benefit From Industry Roll-ups Boom

I asked SSI Industry Hall of Famer Stanley Oppenheim, “If you were a relatively new dealer just getting started in the industry, would you feel confident about your future?”

Read: For Bob Williams, an Exit Strategy Leads to a Bigger Mission

For Bob Williams, an Exit Strategy Leads to a Bigger Mission

The former owner of Briscoe Protective is helping people get out of difficult situations so they can prosper in the future.

Read: Finding the Right Balance in a Family Business

Finding the Right Balance in a Family Business

Jared Kaufman, the “next generation” at P.N. Alarm, shares his thoughts on the challenges of working with family.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: There’s No Substitute for Being With People and Sharing Ideas

Big Idea of the Month: There’s No Substitute for Being With People and Sharing Ideas

Washington Alarm’s Shannon Woodman chats with Ron Davis about the importance of being involved in the industry, the state of acquisitions and more.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Sort Contracts Before the Acquisition Process

Big Idea of the Month: Sort Contracts Before the Acquisition Process

While speaking about the acquisition process, Bob Lubic tells Ron Davis that the main reason a deal falls apart is there is something wrong with a significant percentage of contracts.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Plan for Tomorrow by Being Heavily Involved in the Industry Today

Big Idea of the Month: Plan for Tomorrow by Being Heavily Involved in the Industry Today

Ron Davis talks to Becklar CEO Steve Richards about the importance of new technologies and being involved in the security industry.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Get All Employees Involved in Your Business

Big Idea of the Month: Get All Employees Involved in Your Business

Security industry financial expert Rod Boston shares an industry wake-up call with Ron Davis.

Read: Big Idea of the Month: Put Family Before Business

Big Idea of the Month: Put Family Before Business

Moon Security CEO Mike Miller shares with Ron Davis how he’ll know when is the right time to sell his business.

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