The Security Institute

SyI/IISec in Merger Talks"

As part of their ongoing commitment concerning a closer affiliation, the Security Institute (SyI) and the International Institute of Security (IISec) have set up a number of joint Working Groups comprising senior representatives of both organizations, to examine in detail the various issues involved in a possible merger.

Details of the Working Groups have been sent to the membership of both organizations, so that members can contribute their own ideas and raise any matters for consideration.

The planned outcome will be a set of consolidated proposals to be considered by the two Boards of Directors, prior to circulating full and detailed proposals to the respective memberships. It is hoped that the recommendations will be completed and the outcome known by the end of 2007.

A merger would reinforce and consolidate the considerable synergy that exists between the two organisations, and the Working Groups will also identify ways of exploiting their combined strengths going forward.

Note to Editors

The Security Institute was established in 1999, and membership is open to professionals who demonstrate knowledge and experience in security, which is verified through a validation process. The current membership comprises corporate security managers and directors, policy makers and enforcers, leading academics and training organizations, and suppliers of security goods and services.

For further information on the Security Institute, visit http://www.security-institute.org/

The International Institute of Security (IISec) was established in 1968 as a leading academic body within the industry providing examinations at management level, enabling candidates to become proficient in subjects concerned with the provision of security measures to prevent corporate loss and the protection of the public. Through examination, IISec encourages the highest standards of knowledge, practice and professional ability amongst those persons working within the security profession at managerial level. IISec currently have 521 members.

For further information on the International Institute of Security, visit http://www.iisec.co.uk/