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Convergint Acquires Delco Security, Expanding Systems Integration Business Across Canada

Delco Security to Expand Security Integration Service Capabilities in Healthcare, Education, Utilities, and Government Markets

Convergint, a global leader in service-based systems integration, today announced that it has acquired Delco Security (a division of Delco Automation Inc.), a Canadian Master Systems Integrator specializing in complex technology integrations. With a strong reputation for delivering fully integrated and unified solutions across Corrections, Healthcare, Higher Education, K-12 Schools, Commercial Real Estate, Utilities, and Government Markets, Delco strengthens and expands Convergint’s capabilities in key verticals and supports its strategic growth in North America.

Founded in 2006, Delco Security is one of Canada’s most prominent Master Systems Integrators (MSI), providing seamless integration of Information, Communication, and Automation Technology (ICAT) and Information Management and Information Technology (IMIT). Delco goes beyond traditional security by delivering and unifying ICAT infrastructure, including nurse call systems, real-time location systems (RTLS), networked communications, public address systems, and security technologies, to meet customers’ intricate facility requirements. With a proven track record of success, Delco has delivered more than 600 complex technological solutions across Canada over the past decade. This acquisition will add over 70 colleagues to Convergint, enabling the global systems integrator to meet growing customer demand for advanced technology solutions in this critical region.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the Delco team to Convergint. Their proven leadership in providing the most advanced systems for customers’ unique and complex security needs will extend our global service capabilities and market reach,” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO of Convergint.

“Delco’s decades of experience, longstanding reputation for success, and shared commitment to service will further strengthen Convergint’s culture, strategic growth, and ability to be our customers’ best service provider.”

“For over 20 years, Delco has been a leader in delivering comprehensive and fully integrated IMIT/ICAT solutions across multiple industries, enhancing operational efficiencies and maximizing value for money for our clients,” said Mark Peterson, Senior Vice President of Delco Security. “Joining forces with Convergint is a natural next step in our growth journey. With Convergint’s strong financial position, extensive resources, global reach, and long-standing partnerships, Delco and Convergint will be even better positioned to drive growth and accelerate our master systems integrator solutions and services across Canada.”

About Convergint

Convergint is a 2.5 billion USD global, industry-leading systems integrator that designs, installs, and services electronic security, cybersecurity, fire and life safety, building automation, and audio-visual systems. Listed as the #1 systems integrator in SDM Magazine’s Top Systems Integrators Report for the past 7 years, Convergint leads with over 10,000 colleagues and more than 220 locations worldwide. To learn more about Convergint, visit www.convergint.com.

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Convergint Honored with 2024 Avetta ESG Innovator Award for Excellence in Safety and Sustainability

At Convergint, safety is at the core of the company’s culture, driving everything from daily operations to long-term initiatives. This commitment has earned Convergint the Avetta ESG Innovator Award, recognizing Convergint’s exceptional efforts in workforce safety, risk management, and sustainability. By providing the necessary tools, training, and programs, Convergint ensures that all projects and service calls are completed without incidents or injuries, fostering a culture of safety across the organization.

The Avetta Customer Awards, which honor companies excelling in these critical areas, are judged by a panel of safety, sustainability, and compliance experts, along with industry executives, innovators, and thought leaders. Convergint’s focus on continuous improvement, coupled with its dedication to increasing safety awareness among colleagues, made it a standout in this year’s selection. This recognition underscores the company’s position as a leader in fostering a safer and more sustainable workplace.

“We’re honored to receive recognition from Avetta for being a 2024 ESG Innovator, for our forward-thinking approach to environmental, social, and governance practices. Our commitment to sustainable operations and responsible business has strengthened our organization and created a meaningful impact in our communities. This recognition validates our team’s innovative solutions and has fostered stronger client relationships through shared sustainability goals. Thank you to our employees who prioritize our ESG initiatives daily.”

–Brittny Zavala, National Safety Coordinator, Convergint

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Safely Making a Daily Difference: Convergint Achieves ISO 45001 Certifications Across Europe

Convergint was built on the foundation of a strong, service-focused culture, core Values and Beliefs, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Convergint is dedicated to offering the necessary tools, training, and programs to ensure that all projects, service calls, and daily operations are carried out without incidents or injuries.

Convergint continues its commitment to a culture of safety across Europe by ensuring a consistent approach to Health & Safety Management at Convergint locations throughout the region. ISO 45001 certification is now in place across www.convergint.companies in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, France, Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

“Achieving ISO 45001 certification across our European CTCs sets a powerful standard for safety and commitment to our Values & Beliefs. As we look to adopt ISO 45001 globally, we are strengthening our promise to create a safe, inclusive, and positive work environment for every colleague, everywhere.”

—Kevin Todd, Global Director of Safety, Convergint

What is ISO 45001 Certification?

ISO 45001 helps organisations improve workplace safety and minimise employee injuries by implementing and integrating employee well-being and wellness activities.
ISO 45001 provides a framework for building an effective Occupational Health and Safety Management System to identify and mitigate risks and monitor workplace activities.
ISO 45001 certification encourages active employee involvement, leading to a safer workplace and less disruption to operations due to staff illness or health-related absence.
This global ISO standard supports the development of health and safety policies and objectives, determines hazards and health risks, and implements controls and procedures to reduce the risk of harm.

“Having the ISO 45001 certifications in place across the European CTCs ensures that Convergint demonstrates commitment to safety is all aspects of our work. This is a team effort from all Convergint colleagues which we are incredibly proud of.”

—Ann Jeffrey, Compliance Manager EMEA, Convergint

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Convergint Honored with 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award for the Fourth Consecutive Year, Recognizing Commitment to Veterans

Convergint was built on a foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs that embrace integrity, community, leadership, and much more. As part of these Values and Beliefs, Convergint is deeply committed to supporting and hiring veterans and reservists.

For the fourth consecutive year, Convergint was awarded with the gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award by the Department of Labor. This award is the only federal-level veterans’ employment award that recognizes a company or organization’s commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.

Convergint is proud to be a recipient of the 2024 HIRE Vets Medallion Award for its dedication to all veterans across Convergint Nation.

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Convergint is committed to giving back to communities, and one of those ways is by hiring veterans. Convergint greatly appreciates all that veterans have done to serve the nation and welcomes their talent here at Convergint to help in its mission to be its customers’ best service provider. Convergint offers extensive training programs spanning from technicians, sales, project managers, and senior leadership.

Convergint Collaborates with Lutzie 43, Reinforcing Commitment to Safety on the Road

Convergint was built upon a solid foundation of service excellence, deeply-held Values and Beliefs, and a culture of safety. Convergint is committed to providing the tools, training, and programs so that all projects, service calls, and day-to-day operations are completed without incidents or injuries.

Did you know?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2023 there were over 41,000 deaths due to motor vehicle traffic crashes nationally.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s most recent estimate of the annual economic cost of crashes is $340 billion.
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 75% – 90% of crashes in the U.S. that include commercial vehicles are caused by light vehicles.

With these statistics in mind, Convergint collaborates with Lutzie 43—a foundation that strives to reduce the number of distracted driving incidents, ultimately diminishing the number of deaths caused by unsafe driving. The foundation aims to encourage and empower all drivers to be positive ambassadors for safe driving through character development, mentorship, and real-world application.

At Convergint’s recent Leaders Meeting in October, Convergint welcomed Lutzie 43 to join in delivering a powerful message on the importance of safe driving habits. Together, they emphasized the critical role each individual plays in preventing distracted driving incidents and fostering a culture of safety both on the road and at work.

Convergint is dedicated to ensuring all colleagues are safe. Colleagues are the heart of Convergint, which is why creating a safe work environment for all is critical. Through the partnership with Lutzie 43, Convergint aims to empower drivers to be ambassadors of safe driving through character, mentorship, and practical application.

“At Convergint, safety is at the heart of everything we do and we’re committed to being the safest drivers on the road. We’re committed to equipping our teams with the tools and training to work incident-free. Our partnership with Lutzie 43 strengthens our mission to reduce distracted driving and promote safe practices on and off the road. Our colleagues’ safety is our top priority.”
—Kevin Todd, Director of Safety, Convergint

Safe Driving Checklist.

Ensure you have a clear head—one that is not affected by alcohol, drugs, emotions, or fatigue.
Have clear hands—send a text, adjust the radio, and put all devices away so you can drive hands-free.
Have clear eyes—set your sights on the road ahead. Do not look to the side at a passenger or down at a text.
Finally, click your seatbelt. It’s the law and could save your life!

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Convergint and Deloitte Forge Alliance to Address Rising Demand for Integrated Cyber-Physical Security Solutions

Strategic Alliance Combines Advisory Knowledge and Last-Mile Service Delivery to Combat Physical and Cyber Threats, Enhancing Resilience for Critical Infrastructure

Convergint, a global leader in service-based security systems integration, has announced a strategic alliance with Deloitte. This new alliance provides powerful, integrated cyber and physical security services that are designed to help their clients address the evolving risk landscape. The alliance combines Deloitte’s advisory services, market insights, and cyber ecosystem with Convergint’s advanced technology expertise and last-mile service delivery for its customers, which allows them to optimize operations, support regulatory compliance, and mitigate risk.

The Convergint-Deloitte alliance offers an integrated approach for clients to address evolving security challenges, tailored specifically for mission-critical industries and sectors. As organizations face increasingly sophisticated threats, alliance offerings include:

Physical security risk assessments and enterprise security roadmap creation
Cyber-physical security convergence within Global Security Operations Centers (GSOCs)
Consolidation and integration of cyber and physical security programs
Execution of broad, enterprise security systems and strategies
Logical and physical identity management and in-wallet mobile credentialing
Risk advisory services that connect trust, resilience, and security

“Our collaboration with Deloitte aligns with Convergint’s corporate strategy to collaborate with organizations that drive the security industry forward. It will expand our growth opportunities in new markets while enhancing our service offerings for existing clients. By combining our innovative security services with Deloitte’s capabilities, we’re poised to deliver value to our customers,” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO, Convergint.

“We’re excited to pair Deloitte’s deep cybersecurity knowledge with our advanced physical security integration capabilities. This alliance will offer shared clients an integrated approach to security that combines Deloitte’s physical and cyber-driven services with our technology solutions. Together, we’ll provide tailored solutions that focus on the complex needs of each sector, helping clients to improve business outcomes while reducing risk,” said Brian Sweet, Director of Global and Enterprise Alliances, Convergint.

“As organizations contend with an expanding attack surface, it’s beneficial to integrate cyber and physical services that help address these advancing security challenges. Our alliance with Convergint will aid our shared clients in enhancing their resilience by assisting them to address both physical and cyber threats, determining regulatory compliance and offering tailored solutions to help mitigate risk—ultimately with the goal of improving risk mitigation measures and outcomes,” said Glenn Aga, Global Lead Alliance Partner for Convergint and a Managing Director, Deloitte & Touche LLP.

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Convergint Acquires Esscoe, Expanding Service Offerings in Midwestern U.S.

Acquisition Adds More Than 80 Colleagues, Expanding Service Capabilities in Education, Finance, Utilities, Government, Healthcare, and Data Center Markets

Convergint, a global leader in service-based systems integration, today announced that it has acquired Esscoe, a premier provider of mission-critical security and fire and life safety systems in the Chicago and Midwest regions. Esscoe is a local market leader, offering exceptional design and engineering capabilities and fully integrated, tech-enabled security solutions. The acquisition enables Convergint to accelerate growth across the Midwestern U.S.—building on Esscoe’s long-standing reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions to its customers.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, Esscoe provides customers with essential security, life safety, and mass notification systems. The acquisition adds more than 80 local colleagues to Convergint, leveraging Esscoe’s established customer base to greatly expand market reach and technology expertise. Esscoe will bolster Convergint’s key service capabilities across verticals including financial, utilities, government, healthcare, and data centers.

“Esscoe’s deep technological expertise and innovative approach align perfectly with our strategic growth plans,” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO of Convergint.

“Their commitment to market-leading service has earned them a loyal, extensive customer base across this critical region. Their mission resonates strongly with Convergint’s own Values and Beliefs and dedication to being our customers’ best service provider.”

“For nearly two decades, Mike Cook, Todd Keppy, and I have led Esscoe with a commitment to innovation and customer success,” said Scott Bartmess, Principal, Esscoe. “By joining Convergint, the Esscoe team is elevating our capacity to support customer growth locally, nationally and globally. This partnership allows us to join our expertise with Convergint’s extensive resources, creating a powerful combination that will be highly beneficial for the success of both our valued customers and colleagues.”

About Convergint

Convergint is a $2.5 billion USD global, industry-leading systems integrator that designs, installs, and services electronic security, cybersecurity, fire and life safety, building automation, and audio-visual systems. Listed as the #1 systems integrator in SDM Magazine’s Top Systems Integrators Report for the past 6 years, Convergint leads with over 10,000 colleagues and more than 220 locations worldwide. To learn more about Convergint, visit www.convergint.com.

Convergint Expands into Saudi Arabia, Strengthening Its Position as a Leading Global Technology Systems Integrator

Convergint, a global leader in systems integration, today announced the expansion of its Middle East & Africa (MEA) operations into Saudi Arabia. The company will offer customers a comprehensive suite of advanced solutions in security, IT infrastructure, and audio-visual systems. With the largest technical workforce in the market, including 10,000 colleagues across 220 global offices, Convergint leads the industry in developing seamless, next-generation technology systems for key sectors—including government, critical infrastructure, energy, education, healthcare, and finance.

Convergint Middle East (MEA) is a longtime trusted provider of engineering-driven technology solutions, with established offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Iraq, and South Africa. As Convergint enters the Saudi Arabian market, it is well-positioned to support the region’s rapid digital evolution. The company’s advanced security, automation, and IoT solutions align with Saudi Arabia’s ambitious drive towards smart cities, enhanced cybersecurity, and tech-driven economic diversification. Through this expansion, Convergint aims to support innovation, contribute to the growing tech ecosystem, and assist in developing a skilled digital workforce.

“We look forward to building long-term relationships with customers in Saudi Arabia and helping them reach their business objectives through robust, innovative technology systems.” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO of Convergint.

“Our unique and empowered culture, driven by our Values and Beliefs, allows us to stay accountable to our mission and provide exceptional services that meet the evolving needs of our global customers, by combining our world-class partner ecosystem with our extensive technical experience, we are well-positioned to become a leading provider of cutting-edge system integrations in the Saudi Arabian market.”

Said Kiwan, Regional Managing Director of Convergint Middle East, added, “Convergint is fully equipped and ready to operate in the Saudi Arabian market. As we expand our engineering-powered capabilities, we will have a stronger footprint, allowing us to better serve our customers and enabling them to meet their business goals. We are excited to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s vision of technological advancement and to be part of its journey towards becoming a hub for innovation and digital transformation.”

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Convergint Acquires Helinick, Expanding in Romania

Acquisition Accelerates Convergint’s Growth in Europe; Bolsters Electronic Security, Fire Safety, and Communications Systems Capabilities

Convergint, a global leader in service-based systems integration, today announced that it has acquired Helinick, a Romania-based integrator that specializes in the design and implementation of electronic security, fire safety, communications, and building management systems. Helinick is a market leader and fast-growing organization in Romania with over 500 regional customers. This acquisition greatly expands Convergint’s key service and technology capabilities across Europe.

Founded in 1991, Helinick provides turn-key, innovative technology solutions, tailored to customers’ unique industry needs. With a reputation for providing best-in-market service, Helinick has fostered strong business growth across the region, acting as a strategic partner to customers across Romania and Germany to reduce risk, improve safety, and deliver transformative results. The acquisition brings over 160 colleagues to Convergint—extending its foothold across the region and allowing it to meet growing customer demand with cutting-edge technology solutions.

“Helinick is a leader in their region for security technology and design, and their expertise will accelerate our strategic growth in this crucial market, and with our global customers,” said Ann Fandozzi, CEO of Convergint.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Helinick colleagues to Convergint. Their dedication to providing customers with innovative technology integrations and industry-leading service is well-aligned with our core Values and Beliefs, and together we will strengthen Convergint’s global reach.”

“With a shared mission to deliver the market’s most advanced technology solutions, joining Convergint enables Helinick to meet progressing demand for fully-integrated, digitally transformed security systems,” said Marius Retegan, Executive Director of Helinick. “Convergint’s global presence and culture of service will allow us to power growth, and continue to deliver premium service to our existing customers across Romania.”

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Video: Convergint and Partners Make History with Largest STEP Up Project for Douglas County School District

In 2018, Convergint established its STEP Up for Schools initiative to help strengthen school security. Working with underserved schools in communities around the world, Convergint provides free interior and exterior security system installations, upgrades, and assessments. To date, more than 100 STEP Up projects have been completed by Convergint and its partners.

This year for Social Responsibility Day, Convergint colleagues and partners gathered at Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVentures in Douglas County School District Colorado for the biggest STEP Up project to date—donating over $500,000 worth of labor and equipment. Watch the video below to see a behind-the-scenes look into the Stone Canyon upgrades, and explore the impact of Social Responsibility Day!

“Today we are not just colleagues, we’re partners on a mission to improve the world around us. It’s really inspiring to see so many of you here today ready to make a difference in our community.”
-Chad Ferguson, Business Development Manager, Convergint

Learn More & Apply to STEP Up

Schools in need of security updates can apply now to be considered for no-cost upgrades and services from Convergint through the STEP Up program. From comprehensive security audits and recommendations to the installation of new operating systems, Convergint is offering its services free of charge for qualifying underserved schools.

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