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January 8, 2026 ESX
MANAGEMENT

Expanding RMR: Profitable Services You’re Overlooking

Are you leaving money on the table by offering recurring services at no cost?

This session highlights often-overlooked opportunities to increase RMR, such as enhanced monitoring, proactive maintenance, premium support, and data analytics. Learn how to evaluate and package these high-value services, and walk away with proven strategies for packaging, positioning, and delivering that maximize profitability while meeting the evolving expectations of your customers.

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Expanding RMR: Profitable Services You’re Overlooking


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Turn undervalued or “free” services into recurring revenue streams.


Package and position premium service tiers that drive loyalty and long-term value.


Use data and analytics to differentiate your services and strengthen customer relationships.


Apply proven pricing methodologies and delivery strategies to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Management

Learn how to navigate the complexities of managing hybrid teams and remote teams while maintaining culture and productivity. Gain insights on crisis leadership and when to step up decisively “beyond security” to protect both your business and customers. Get practical guidance on raising rates without losing customers and discover proven strategies to break the cycle of margin erosion. 



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January 8, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

Profit in Focus: Real-Time Gross Margin Reporting

If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. Weekly gross margin reports provide visibility into technician performance and profitability, yet many integrators in the security and life safety industry struggle to establish a consistent system for tracking and applying the data.

In this session, you’ll learn how to design meaningful gross margin reports, integrate them into your weekly operations, and use scorecards to keep your team accountable and aligned. Hear how integrators are transforming their businesses by making gross margin reporting a core driver of their growth and profitability strategy.

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Profit in Focus: Real-Time Gross Margin Reporting 


In this session, you’ll learn:


Design meaningful gross margin reports that reveal technician performance and profitability.


Integrate weekly tracking systems into operations for consistent visibility.


Use scorecards to drive accountability and align your team with financial goals.


Transform reporting data into actionable strategies that fuel growth.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce developmentDiscover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. 


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January 8, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

Smarter Ops: Using Technology to Run Leaner, Faster, and More Profitably

The right technology stack can help security and life safety integrators streamline processes, reduce errors, and gain real-time visibility across the business. But with so many platforms and tools available, where do you start—and how do you avoid the chaos of tech overload?

This session breaks down how to evaluate, implement, and integrate field service management software that fits your business. We’ll explore how to automate key workflows such as dispatching, work orders, inventory management, and invoicing, while ensuring your systems work together. Whether you’re just starting your digital transformation journey or looking to tighten up your tech stack, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap to run smarter, leaner operations—with fewer headaches and stronger results.

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Smarter Ops: Using Technology to Run Leaner, Faster, and More Profitably


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Evaluate and implement field service management software that fits your operation.


Automate dispatching, work orders, inventory, and invoicing to reduce errors.


Integrate systems effectively to avoid tech overload and workflow friction.


Build a clear roadmap for digital transformation that delivers measurable results.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce developmentDiscover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. 


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January 8, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

From Completion to Continuous Improvement: The Power of Post-Job Assessments

Completing a project isn’t the finish line—it’s the launchpad for continuous improvement. Conducting post-job assessments, especially projects that deviate significantly — typically 10% or more — from expectations, is essential to evaluating both financial and operational performance.

In this session, we’ll review practical tools and methods to analyze project outcomes, uncover root causes of variances, and capture customer feedback that strengthens future work. Industry experts will share proven strategies for documenting lessons learned, identifying installation upsells and RMR opportunities, and streamlining closeout processes. Walk away with practical templates and best practices to reduce callbacks, boost profitability, and transform every completed project into a catalyst for stronger client relationships and long-term success. 

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. From Completion to Continuous Improvement: The Power of Post-Job Assessments


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Evaluate project variances to identify financial and operational improvements.


Capture customer feedback and lessons learned that strengthen future performance.


Uncover upselling and recurring revenue opportunities during project closeout.


Reduce callbacks and boost profitability using proven assessment templates and best practices.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce developmentDiscover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. 


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January 7, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

Code Red: Navigating the Latest Fire System Regulations

You’ve mastered standard installations and built a solid client base. Now new fire codes are reshaping how we install and service systems – creating both challenges and opportunities for prepared integrators.

This session breaks down the latest NFPA changes and emerging compliance requirements that directly impact your business. Learn how regulatory changes create new recurring revenue (RMR) through enhanced maintenance requirements and compliance services. We’ll cover new standards, complex code interpretations, and how to position yourself in the business of life safety. Discover how to turn regulatory complexity into competitive advantage, commanding premium rates for expertise others lack. Walk away with strategies for building a profitable compliance-focused service division. 

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Code Red: Navigating the Latest Fire System Regulations


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Navigate recent NFPA changes and new compliance requirements.


Convert regulatory demands into recurring revenue opportunities.


Command premium rates by positioning yourself as the compliance expert.


Build a profitable service division focused on life safety standards.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce development. Discover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. 


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January 7, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

Coaching Technicians to Sell: Turning Customer Interactions into Sales Wins

Technicians are natural problem-solvers with unique access to customers at critical moments. With the right coaching, they can also become powerful drivers of revenue and loyalty.

This session shows managers how to train technicians to identify upsell opportunities, confidently present add-on solutions, and turn every customer interaction into a growth opportunity. We’ll also explore simple ways to encourage Google reviews and design incentive programs that motivate without distracting. Walk away with practical tools to empower your field team to not only fix problems but also fuel sales and strengthen customer loyalty. 

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. OP.2 Coaching Technicians to Sell: Turning Customer Interactions into Sales Wins


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Train technicians to recognize and present upsell opportunities during service calls.


Build confidence in your team to recommend solutions that benefit customers.


How to implement effective marketing strategies to promote video monitoring


Design incentive programs that drive results without creating distractions.


Leverage customer interactions to boost reviews and strengthen long-term loyalty.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce developmentDiscover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. 


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January 7, 2026 ESX
FIELD OPERATIONS

Mastering Your True Labor Cost

Every technician deployment carries a cost—and it’s more than just wages and fuel. From benefits and overhead to time utilization and opportunity costs, the true expense of sending a technician into the field is often underestimated.

In this session, you’ll learn the methodology to calculate labor rates accurately, understand the impact on margins, and apply markups that safeguard profitability. Gain practical tools to evaluate service efficiency, price jobs with confidence, and make smarter operational decisions that balance customer satisfaction with financial performance. Walk away with a clear understanding of what each technician visit really costs your business—and how to turn that knowledge into stronger margins. Mastering Your True Labor Cost

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Mastering Your True Labor Cost 


In this session, you’ll learn to:


Identify cost components that impact field service profitability.


Set pricing structures that protect your bottom line.


Make data-driven decisions about service deployment and efficiency.


Convert cost insights into improved financial performance.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Field Operations

Learn how to streamline scheduling, optimize dispatching, and manage inventory and fleets to maximize technician productivity and profitability. Gain insights into best practices for job costing, quality control, and workforce developmentDiscover how to leverage technology and data to gain real-time visibility into field activities, enabling smarter decisions and proactive problem-solving. Mastering Your True Labor Cost


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January 6, 2026 ESX
SALES & MARKETING

Leveling the Playing Field: Competing Online with National Brands

National security brands dominate with massive ad budgets—but that doesn’t mean they win at the local level. In fact, regional integrators and dealers have a unique edge when they learn how to leverage Local SEO and Google Business Profiles effectively, including how Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is evolving the search landscape.

National security brands dominate with massive ad budgets—but that doesn’t mean they win at the local level. In fact, regional integrators and dealers have a unique edge when they learn how to leverage sales and marketing effectively. This session will teach you how to compete—and win—online in your market, even if you don’t have a corporate-sized marketing budget. Learn how to optimize your digital presence so that when local prospects search for security, surveillance, or life safety services, your business appears first and stands out as credible. We’ll cover proven strategies for improving your presence, managing your personal and business profile, collecting impactful reviews, and building an online reputation that outperforms the national players in your service area.

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Leveling the Playing Field: Competing Online with National Brands


In this session, you’ll learn:


How to outrank national brands in local search on a smaller budget.


A review strategy that builds trust and credibility fast.


How to leverage local expertise as your competitive edge online.


How AI-powered search and GEO are changing the game.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Sales & Marketing

From mastering digital marketing and local SEO to building referral programs and delivering compelling sales presentationsyou’ll gain practical tools and proven strategies tailored specifically for security/fire integrators and dealers. Learn how to empower your sales teams, leverage data-driven marketing, and create seamless customer journeys that drive both new business and recurring monthly revenue (RMR). 


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January 6, 2026 ESX
SALES & MARKETING

Sealing the Deal on Service: How to Sell Service and Maintenance Agreements

Attendees will leave with practical sales approaches, scripts, and insights to increase agreement adoption and strengthen customer relationships.

This session explores proven strategies for positioning and presenting service agreements that resonate with today’s buyers, including insights on pricing methodology. Learn how to educate clients on the true value of ongoing support, overcome common objections, and build contracts that drive predictable recurring revenue for your business. 

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event. Sealing the Deal on Service: How to Sell Service and Maintenance Agreements


In this session, you’ll learn:


How to shift the conversation from cost to value.


Pricing methodologies that maximize profitability while remaining competitive.


The most common objections to service agreements—and how to address them confidently.


Ways to structure tiered offerings that appeal to different customer segments.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Sales & Marketing

From mastering digital marketing and local SEO to building referral programs and delivering compelling sales presentationsyou’ll gain practical tools and proven strategies tailored specifically for security/fire integrators and dealers. Learn how to empower your sales teams, leverage data-driven marketing, and create seamless customer journeys that drive both new business and recurring monthly revenue (RMR). 


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January 6, 2026 ESX
SALES & MARKETING

AI as Your Sales Sidekick: How and When to Use It for Maximum Impact

Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t here to replace salespeople—it’s here to help them excel.

In this session, you’ll learn how to harness AI as a powerful assistant throughout the sales cycle from prospecting to closing. We’ll cover when to lean on AI for research, personalization, and forecasting—and when to step in with the human connection that builds trust and closes deals.

The ESA team is excited to see you at this event.


In this session, you’ll learn:


AI tools and techniques that save time on research, lead qualification, and follow-up.


How to leverage AI for smarter forecasting and pipeline management.


The critical moments where human touch outperforms automation—and how to balance both for maximum results.


An ESX Executive Pass or Deluxe Pass is required to gain access to this and all best-practice sharing sessions.

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Sales & Marketing

From mastering digital marketing and local SEO to building referral programs and delivering compelling sales presentationsyou’ll gain practical tools and proven strategies tailored specifically for security/fire integrators and dealers. Learn how to empower your sales teams, leverage data-driven marketing, and create seamless customer journeys that drive both new business and recurring monthly revenue (RMR). 


This Track is sponsored by:

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