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BOS Security has provided security services to Georgia and the U.S. from our Athens and Duluth, GA, locations since 1993. We are proud to have given our clients peace of mind for 30 years! Our success is driven by our core leadership team and the great people in the field dedicated to protecting our clients’… Read More »
In the early morning hours of December 28, 2022, at a student apartment complex in Athens, Georgia, suspicious behavior was captured and deterred by VirtuGuard™ remote video monitoring. The security cameras on the property, equipped with Artificial Intelligence technology, were triggered at 3:23 am by a male walking into the mail room. VirtuGuard™ Agent Hunter… Read More »
Video Auditing for Improved Business Process, Operations & Problem Solving This blog post will answer all your questions around the value of using Video Auditing as a standard practice for your business. By implementing regular video auditing, you will improve your business’s profitability and processes, as well as protect your employees, customers, and Business Assets,… Read More »
You are researching interactive remote video monitoring for your business, and you’ve probably struggled to find straightforward pricing information. For a service like live surveillance monitoring, the pricing varies for each client and each property, as the services will be customized to their specific needs. Essentially, the answer to your question is that it depends… Read More »
Security is only one aspect of operating a business, but it affects every part of your business. Employees who don’t feel safe will leave the company. If customers can’t trust you with their data, they’ll leave. If your network and property are not locked down, you leave yourself vulnerable to criminals. It’s no surprise these… Read More »
If you decide to invest in security cameras (always a smart choice), how they will be monitored is just as important as the quality of the equipment. You can purchase state-of-the-art security systems, but your protection is only as strong as the people watching the action unfold on camera. What kind of Cameras can… Read More »
For some, the presence of surveillance cameras in public places is a comfort. For others, it’s the opposite – they don’t like the feeling of being watched, even if they’re not planning any shenanigans. And, of course, for criminals, surveillance cameras are the last thing they want to see. Here’s why you should try… Read More »
As we looked back on the past year of offering advice on keeping your people and property safe, we noticed five blog posts that stood out as the most popular. The results were not surprising because our clients are very open with us about what’s most important to them. It’s a great reminder of the… Read More »
Wondering which industries are hiring and where you can find the best opportunities? The latest LinkedIn Workforce Report offers insights into national hiring and migration trends through November 2022—and suggests the U.S. labor market is beginning to slow. Hiring Declines Across Industries After a steady summer, U.S. hiring seems to be slowing down nationally… Read More »
With multiple economic indicators pointing to a recession, businesses are looking for places to cut the budget. Cyber Security can be a tempting target. It’s expensive and complex to manage, but it’s invisible when it’s doing its job. No wonder it ends up on the chopping block so easily. But that could be an expensive… Read More »
This past August, BOS Security Officer David George was completing his regular responsibilities at the Athens-Clarke County Multi-Modal Transit Center when a transit operator lost consciousness and wrecked his bus in the loading bay. Officer George responded to the area immediately, assessing the situation and administering CPR to the man. As they were waiting for… Read More »
Are you a retiree who’s not ready to step out of the workforce entirely? Are you looking for a flexible career that will keep you mentally engaged and physically fit? Jobs in security might be the right fit for you. There are many options to choose from depending on your background or interests. You can… Read More »
No one wants their employees to feel unsafe at work, but even the most diligent employers and managers can’t be everywhere and see everything. And those prone to violence can often be savvy enough to conceal the warning signs from managers and security. Security cameras can be everywhere you are not. Visible cameras will warn… Read More »
If you’re exchanging gifts with your co-workers or employees, eGifts sound like an easy solution – especially if your team is remote (or you waited till the last minute!). But how can you keep your eGifts secure? How can you be sure an email containing a link to an electronic gift is legitimate if you… Read More »
Protecting a Christmas tree farm can be prohibitively expensive. These farms typically cover a large and expansive area – often in a remote location. It could take dozens of guards to protect such a large and valuable business adequately. For most people, that’s simply not feasible. Not to mention, depending on the size of the… Read More »