From AI, to cloud-based services to cybersecurity and the changing needs of hybrid work environments, here are what some of the top security integrators in the country experienced in their businesses in 2022 and expect to see in 2023, according to this year’s SDM Top Systems Integrators and SDM 100 report survey responses:

Minuteman Security & Life Safety   — The security systems market is expected to continue growing in the coming years, driven by factors such as increasing urbanization, rising crime rates, and growing demand for advanced security systems. The adoption of cloud-based security systems, the emergence of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, and the increasing use of smartphones and other mobile devices to control security systems are also expected to contribute to the growth of the market. The commercial sector, including offices, retail stores, and banks, is also expected to drive the growth of the market, as businesses invest in advanced security systems to protect their assets and employees. …  Overall, the market for security systems sales and integrated systems projects is expected to remain strong in the coming years, and companies in this sector are likely to continue investing in R&D to stay competitive and meet the growing demand for advanced security solutions. … With the increasing use of connected devices and IoT technologies, cybersecurity threats will continue to be a major concern. As such, businesses will need to invest in robust cybersecurity measures to protect their networks and data from cyber-attacks and data breaches.