Retail establishments have always been at risk of loss through shrink, fraud, and break-ins. You have both inventory and cash that thieves and fraudsters want. You want to prevent theft, but don’t want customers to feel unwelcome. Security officers can seem like overkill in stores that don’t sell high-ticket items as well as being prohibitively… Read More »
When thermal imaging security cameras were developed, the potential for a global pandemic may not have been a consideration. Still, they do have valid uses in efforts to control the spread of the coronavirus. Most recently, thermal imaging security cameras were used in a Samsung event in San Francisco. The company used a thermal camera to… Read More »
Cameras can sometimes offer a false sense of security. Users may believe that once they have installed a security camera, they are all set. After all, if all you need is to make sure the only people on your property are the people who belong there, who needs all the bells and whistles, right? This… Read More »
Sooner or later, the economy will fire back up, and we’ll all get back to work. But it won’t be like flipping a switch, and everything will go back to normal. It will be a slow ramp-up, and some things will change for good. One of those changes is that people will seek low or… Read More »
As recently as a few months ago, we thought facial recognition software was the ultimate in cutting edge technology. Individuals used it to access their smartphones; companies used it to control access to property and law enforcement used it to track down offenders. What happens now when most people will have a significant portion of… Read More »
Exciting new technologies are in development that will help companies and individuals cope with the threat of the Coronavirus, but at what cost? Will people be willing to sacrifice privacy for the sake of safety. Can this technology be co-opted for other purposes? Is there any recourse or controls in place? Is the new Apple-Google… Read More »
As much as we would all like to get back to “normal” after the COVID-19 pandemic, full recovery is likely to be slow. There will be a lot of trial and error involved in getting the economy back on track while keeping people safe and healthy. Security technology will have an important role to play.… Read More »
Trade shows and conferences present a security challenge. They are crowded and often spread out. Displays can block sightlines. The venue is full of people who are preoccupied and in an unfamiliar environment. Attendees may not pay attention to their own safety as well as they should while trying to find their way or have… Read More »
Considering adding a remote guard to your security plan? The right provider can make all the difference in keeping your people and property safe. This list will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision on which remote security provider to choose. Here’s what you need to know. How will… Read More »
The COVID-19 pandemic came out of nowhere. And while this is an extreme situation that was difficult to plan for, businesses are faced with catastrophic risks on a regular basis. It’s essential to be prepared. Depending on where your property is located, you may need to contend with tornadoes, hurricanes, terrorist attacks, or any number… Read More »