Layer One Technology Solutions

Layer One Technology Solutions Your Powerhouse Company For IT, AV, & Security Solutions | Serving the Mid-Atlantic Region

Across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, organizations rely on technology infrastructure to keep people connecte...
08/31/2026

Across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, organizations rely on technology infrastructure to keep people connected, facilities secure, and operations moving.

Layer One Technology Solutions brings the experience, responsiveness, and technical expertise to deliver—from schools and universities to government facilities, transportation infrastructure, and major venues.

Our growth is a reflection of the work: strong partnerships, proven ex*****on, and a team committed to doing things the right way.

One partner. Endless solutions: https://layeronecorp.com/

🔥UMBC — University of Maryland, Baltimore County
🔥Baltimore Orioles — Oriole Park at Camden Yards
🔥MDH — Maryland Department of Health

The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) approaches school safety as a layered, ongoing process, one that considers...
08/27/2026

The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) approaches school safety as a layered, ongoing process, one that considers the unique needs of each school and brings together people, policies, procedures, facilities, and technology.

That philosophy is important because safer schools are created by a comprehensive layered approach. They are built through thoughtful assessment, informed decisions, and systems designed to work together.

As a proud PASS partner, Layer One supports that approach and the professionals putting it into practice every day. https://layeronecorp.com/2026/08/27/school-safety-best-practices-layer-one-pass/

111,900 nonresidential building fires were reported nationally in 2024, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.Nation...
08/24/2026

111,900 nonresidential building fires were reported nationally in 2024, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)'s latest fire-loss research puts the impact into further perspective: nonresidential structure fires resulted in an estimated $3.6 billion in direct property damage in 2024. For the people responsible for commercial facilities, fire protection isn't something to think about only when an inspection is due.

Fire alarm systems require ongoing inspection, testing, maintenance and monitoring to help ensure they are ready when they're needed. NFPA 72 establishes requirements for the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm and signaling systems.

Layer One's Fire Division helps organizations throughout the DMV manage that responsibility, from commercial fire alarm systems and monitoring to inspections, testing and ongoing service.

It's another critical layer of protection for the people, property and operations our customers depend on. 👉https://layeronecorp.com/2026/07/16/commercial-fire-alarm-systems/

Alyssa's Law has been passed in Illinois, but what about the National Capital Region? Here is an update: ❌ Maryland: Mar...
08/19/2026

Alyssa's Law has been passed in Illinois, but what about the National Capital Region? Here is an update:

❌ Maryland: Maryland has already enacted broader school emergency communication requirements, including panic-button capabilities, but has not enacted Alyssa’s Law as a standalone statewide mandate.

❌ Washington, D.C.: Alyssa’s Law has not been enacted in the District, making this an area to continue watching as school safety legislation evolves.

✅ Virginia: Virginia enacted legislation in 2026 allowing local school boards to provide employees with wearable panic alarm systems that can directly signal 911 and initiate schoolwide emergency notifications. Adoption is permitted, not mandated statewide.

For schools and education leaders across the DMV, understanding these differences is an important part of planning for stronger school security, emergency communication, and rapid response.

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Make Our Schools Safe is the organization behind this legislation sweeping the country, now passed in 13 states and proposed at the federal level.

08/18/2026

Layer One’s Layers of Protection approach gives facility, operations, and IT leaders access to the services, technology, and expertise they need through one trusted partner.

Now, Fire & Life Safety adds another layer.

From commercial fire alarm systems and monitoring to inspections, testing, and ongoing support, we can help organizations protect their facilities alongside the IT infrastructure, physical security, audiovisual, and mass communication systems they already depend on.

You get: more capabilities, more expertise, all from one partner for the long term.

Explore Layer One’s Fire & Life Safety capabilities: https://layeronecorp.com/fire/

08/10/2026

Layer One Technology Solutions will be at the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Summer Conference in Ocean City this Wednesday!

From public safety and government facilities to critical infrastructure and emergency operations, county leaders face growing demands to protect people, property, and operations while making every investment count.

That's where we come in.

If you're attending MACo, stop by Booth 454 to learn how Layer One helps organizations strengthen physical security through integrated video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, fire and life safety, and intelligent monitoring solutions.

We'd love to learn about your priorities, answer your questions, and explore how we can support your community.

📍 MACo Summer Conference
📅 August 12–14
📍 Booth 454

See you in Ocean City.

🔥Why did Layer One launch a Fire Division? Because fire protection doesn't stop with installing a system. Organizations ...
08/03/2026

🔥Why did Layer One launch a Fire Division? Because fire protection doesn't stop with installing a system. Organizations need a partner who can design, inspect, test, monitor, and support life safety systems over time, while helping them meet code requirements and reduce operational risk.

That's the commitment behind our Fire Division.

As our Director of Operations, Victoria Bradshaw, says:
"Fire protection is more than a service—it's a responsibility."

Learn more about our Fire & Life Safety solutions: https://layeronecorp.com/fire/

For many families across the DMV, back-to-school season is already underway. New supplies, new schedules, and the excite...
07/31/2026

For many families across the DMV, back-to-school season is already underway. New supplies, new schedules, and the excitement of a fresh start are just around the corner. For schools, it's also a time to prepare the environments where students can learn, grow, and thrive safely.

From secure entrances and video surveillance to mass communication, fire & life safety, and the infrastructure behind it all, every layer has a purpose. Layer One brings those technologies together into one connected strategy, helping schools focus on what matters most: education. 👉https://layeronecorp.com/2026/07/16/commercial-fire-alarm-systems/

07/29/2026

👉 Our Layers of Protection strategy brings critical systems together into one coordinated solution, helping commercial businesses, K-12 schools, houses of worship, government facilities, and other organizations strengthen safety, improve reliability, and simplify management through a single trusted partner.

Stronger protection isn't built one system at a time; it's built in layers.

Learn how our new Fire Division strengthens that approach: https://layeronecorp.com/fire/

People don't just trust technology; they trust the people behind it.Our President & CEO, Jason Thompson, shares why expa...
07/27/2026

People don't just trust technology; they trust the people behind it.

Our President & CEO, Jason Thompson, shares why expanding into Fire Alarm & Life Safety was the next step in Layer One's commitment to protecting people, property, and operations.

From commercial fire alarm systems and inspections to monitoring and compliance support, our new Fire Division helps organizations strengthen every layer of protection.

Learn more about what this means for businesses across the DMV:
https://layeronecorp.com/2026/07/16/commercial-fire-alarm-systems/

We're proud to partner with Digital Monitoring Products, Inc. to offer the best in life safety solutions.

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