CalMatters Discusses Broader Implications of Wage Policy Changes To help members stay informed on the broader discussion surrounding SB 1203, we’re sharing this recent commentary from CalMatters by Dan Walters. The article examines how industry-specific wage mandates, including those proposed under SB 1203, may impact employers, consumers, and California’s economy. California turns to minimum wage […]
SB 1203 Update + Helpful Resources While SB 1203 technically passed the Assembly Business & Professions Committee last week there is an opportunity for amendments. There’s still an opportunity to shape SB 1203. During the June 16th hearing, CALSAGA President David Chandler testified voicing the concerns of California’s private security industry. Our message to lawmakers […]
While SB 1203 technically passed the Assembly Business & Professions Committee this week there is an opportunity for amendments. During the June 16th hearing, CALSAGA President David Chandler testified voicing the concerns of California’s private security industry. Our message to lawmakers is clear: we support high professional standards for security officers, but SB 1203 in its current form goes too far […]
The Foundation Gap in Private Security Training J.D. Nannery, Apex Security Training, CALSAGA Member Security Training Must Start with a Good Foundation Across much of the private security industry, training is delivered in reverse. Officers are handed tools first, such as firearms, batons, TASERs, and chemical agents, before they have a working grasp of the […]
AI Isn’t Your Attorney Court Rules That AI-Generated Documents & Queries Are NOT Protected by Privilege Jaimee K. Wellerstein, Esq., Bradley + Wellerstein, CALSAGA Legal Advisor Across the country, AI is becoming an increasingly popular tool for all kinds of issues. However, it’s ubiquity does not mean that it’s suitable for all purposes, and new […]
California Security Firms Can’t Afford to Treat Break Compliance as a Side Issue Gurmit Dhaliwal, Celayix, CALSAGA Associate Member For many California security companies, break compliance does not fail because leaders do not care about it. It fails because field operations move fast, coverage requirements are unforgiving, and the systems supporting the work are often […]
Beyond Safety: Designing for Efficiency in Modern Security Operations Johann Hauswald, PlixAI, CALSAGA Network Partner For years, innovation in private security has focused on one priority: frontline safety. That focus isn’t going away, but it’s no longer enough. The firms pulling ahead today aren’t just asking, “Are our officers safe?” They’re asking, “Are we operating […]
Member Spotlight – Manzanita Security Shela Borr, CALSAGA Ambassador Committee Co-Chair The CALSAGA Ambassador Committee is proud to feature Manzanita Security in this quarter’s Membership Spotlight. Following last quarter’s recognition of a long-standing member celebrating a major milestone, we are equally excited to highlight one of our newest voices within the CALSAGA community. As a […]
2026 Security Industry Labor Trends: What Leaders Need to Know Jill Davie, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner For security leaders, the labor landscape is always shifting. But understanding these shifts goes beyond merely keeping up; it is essential for staying profitable and operational in a high-stakes industry. As we look toward the remainder […]
The Physical Security Industry in 2026: Three Shifts Every Provider Needs to Know Carissa Gappa, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partners The physical security industry in 2026 stands at a critical juncture. Compliance mandates, technological advancement and evolving client expectations are converging in ways that will separate the providers who thrive from those who […]