The fire protection industry has long been resistant to change – but the case may be different with AI. In a recent NFPA poll, 95% of respondents say that AI has a purpose in some day-to-day functions.
Shaheen Adibi
The Fire Protection Podcast: Episode #85 – Codes That Save Lives: A Conversation with NFPA’s Jim Pauley
Episode Summary: NFPA President Jim Pauley joins host Drew Slocum to trace how 130 years of codes and standards—from NFPA 13 to the Life Safety Code—were forged by tragedy and continually updated to keep pace with new risks. He explains NFPA’s...
The Fire Protection Podcast: Episode #84 – Recurring Revenue & Customer Service in Fire Protection with Karsten Smith
Episode Summary: Discover how ACE Fire Systems evolved from installation-focused work into a thriving, service-driven business. Karsten Smith shares how recurring revenue, customer care, and embracing technology have reshaped fire protection in Las...
The Fire Protection Podcast: Episode #83 – Why Training is the Best ROI in Fire Protection – with Rob Stewart of Fire Tech
Episode Summary: Training, code compliance, and cross-training boost safety, efficiency, and profitability in fire protection. Rob Stewart of Fire Tech shares why both technicians and back-office teams need targeted education, how evolving codes and...
Expanding Inspect Point’s Compliance Offering With Our LivSafe Integration
Save time, cut down on errors, and keep your team moving by submitting directly to LIV from Inspect Point.
Get Paid Without the Paper Chase
Inspect Point streamlines the entire financial journey—from the moment an invoice is created to when money hits your account. With smart invoicing, integrated payments, and seamless accounting syncs, you get paid faster with less admin work.
The Fire Protection Podcast: Episode #82 – The Fire Inside: How This Alarm Tech Built His Own Fire Alarm Operation
Episode Summary: Dakota Farmer didn’t just start a fire alarm business: he challenged industry norms. In this episode, he shares how he went from apprentice to founder, designing systems solo, choosing open hardware, and using FireCAD to cut timelines...
How To Ditch Fire Safety Paperwork
Learn how to eliminate fire safety paperwork, streamline inspections, and improve compliance. Discover digital solutions for fire protection pros. Table of Contents Evolution of Fire Safety Documentation Digital Tools for Paperless Inspections Overcoming Challenges in...
The Fire Protection Podcast: Episode #81 – Unifying Fire Protection Install & Service with BuildOps & Inspect Point
Episode Summary: Drew chats with Glen Tipton, Director of Solution Engineering at BuildOps, about bridging the gap between install and service in the fire protection world. They dive into how BuildOps’ new partnership with Inspect Point is...
The Complete Guide to TCE Integration: Why Inspect Point Leads the Industry
The fire protection industry faces a significant challenge: ensuring comprehensive compliance while managing operational efficiency. The Compliance Engine (TCE) has become an essential platform for tracking and verifying proper system maintenance, but here's the...
11 Digital Marketing Strategies for Fire Protection Contractors
About the Author: Erik Bunaes is president/owner of Endorphin® Digital Marketing, a professional speaker/trainer for Constant Contact, and an adjunct professor of marketing. Commercial contractors in fire protection and life safety services operate in a complex B2B...
Connect, Convert, Collect: How Fire Protection Leaders Leverage the Inspect Point & Simpro Integration
In the world of fire protection, every minute counts—and every disconnected workflow costs. Whether it’s an overlooked deficiency, a delayed repair, or a report stuck in limbo, small inefficiencies can quickly add up to bigger problems. Luckily, all of the above are...