PSI Security News Podcast

Hosted by Andy Clutton

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The news podcast for security systems installers from PSI magazine.

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June 9, 202623 min

PSi Security Podcast - Prepared for Martyn's Law?

What is the role of the installer when it comes to Martyn's Law and what is required for compliance? The Act is expected to be enforced from April 2027 and will affect a range of public-facing premises. It requires venues hosting over 200 people to have a protocol in place for responding to a terrorist incident. In this podcast, we catch up with Addsecure’s Chris Wimshurst to find out why technology changes alone will not lead to compliance. Download the free white paper here

April 8, 202624 min

PSi Security Podcast - Spotting the camera cowboys

In this podcast we identify the use of AI generated videos to sell cheap security cameras online that may disappoint the buyer - if they are even delivered. Plus we look at the development of Paxton Solo an access control system that utilises the ingenuity of the smartphone and we also talk about the importance of PAVA technology when an incident occurs.

January 29, 202616 min

PSi Security Podcast - Industry news and AI speaks for itself

This time around we highlight some of the news that crossed our desk recently, talk about the PSi awards and golf day plus we let AI take over once again, this time to tell you all about how 2026 will see the further adoption of the technology. This episode includes AI-generated content.

November 27, 202528 min

PSi Security Podcast - Tech takes over the show

For this episode we embrace AI audio readers to bring you four recent articles from the pages of PSi magazine. These include a look at recurring revenue, black boxes for event security, the future of alarm connectivity and why networks sometimes don't work and the potential concerns for our sector. Plus, the editor goes on about some award win...This episode includes AI-generated content.

June 17, 202520 min

PSi Security Podcast - Is it time to FESS up?

We meet up with Kevin Faulkner of Banham Academy, based in Earlsfield in London. The Academy offers apprentice training in fire, emergency and security systems, or FESS, providing learners with the skills and knowledge required to be a competent technician in the sector. Kevin is also chair of the FESS Employer Group so has a wide appreciation of the needs of the industry and those tasked with designing, fitting and maintaining fire and security technology. Find out how apprentices can boost your business and why those looking to soon renew their ECS Gold Card may need a little extra help.

March 17, 202513 min

PSi Security Podcast - Doing fire safety the right way

Hochiki has recently celebrated the first anniversary of its Training Academy. With that in mind we caught up with Kara Martin of Hochiki at the Gillingham office to find out more about the Academy and the importance of correctly installing life safety technology. It's too important to get it wrong, so how can you be sure you get it right?

January 24, 202531 min

PSi Security Podcast - A legacy in locks and AI by AI

The PSi podcast returns as we interview Patrick Jefferies of Abloy UK to look back on his 30 years at the company, rising through the ranks and developing the training academy amongst other things. For the full interview see the February 2025 edition of PSi magazine.Also in this pod, we look at the news that the UK government sees AI as a major driving force in growing the economy and hear, via AI, how trade skills should not be overlooked in the attempts to develop business.

May 15, 202410 min

PSI Security Podcast - People I didn't meet at The Security Event!

Despite the best laid plans and meetings arranged for The Security Event this year, the PSi editor was unable to attend the show due to an unexpected seven day stay with the NHS that coincided with the Birmingham event. So for this podcast, David Lewis steps in to interview five exhibitors, who all report a great show at the NEC.

January 30, 202422 min

PSI Security Podcast - How to sell the benefits of AI

This time we’re taking a closer look at the rise of AI in the security sector, why it is beneficial and discover who is already using it in the real world and what they’re doing with it. We also discuss edge processing and to complete the picture, we find out how you should be promoting the technology to your customers.For more information on the case studies featured visit:Grimaldi ForumItalian Police

November 29, 202324 min

PSI Security Podcast - Partners with benefits

This time around we highlight two essential parts of a successful security installation; the distributor and the monitoring centre. Both sit at opposite ends of the application and can provide installers with support and expertise throughout the contract.Following a quick newsflash, we talk to Carl Meason of Fenix Monitoring about the industry and find out how installers can work smarter with their ARC. We also discuss the pros and cons of AI and the PSTN switch-off. Plus Carl makes a football wager with the editor....The second interview is with Camilla Kirkham of Nimans, a technology distributor with a growing footprint in the security market. We discover which products are popular and which ones are making way for newer innovations.