Class A office buildings are typically among the most expensive and prestigious in the area. They have high-end finishes, state-of-the-art technology, and enjoy high status. Tenants of these properties have high expectations for every aspect of their rental experience, including security. For some, this may include attentive and respectful guards. Others may prefer a more… Read More »
Auto Dealerships are challenging to protect. You’ve got a high-value, high-demand product that takes up a lot of room. Your inventory can be spread over a vast area, including auxiliary lots, making it difficult to cover with adequate security. For many, the answer is remote guarding, but is that the best or only option? … Read More »
Many people regard control as a guard with a friendly face sitting at the front desk checking IDs and signing in guests. While this can certainly be part of your access control solution, in most cases, it’s not adequate on its own. For many companies, adding video surveillance is the solution. There are three types… Read More »
It’s never been more critical to keep your business protected. If your employees are working from home, there are fewer eyes and ears to discourage intruders. If you are in an area that can be subject to civil unrest, you may be looking for solutions to protect your property without putting security officers in harm’s… Read More »
Parking lots are among the most neglected security hotspots. Commonly, security is focused on preventing intruders from entering your building, but with a well-monitored parking lot, you can stop them before they get to the door. The difficulty is that parking lots can cover a large area, sometimes acres in the case of larger businesses.… Read More »
Short answer – no. If you’re in a public place, you have no reasonable expectation of privacy. Video surveillance is intended to protect people and property from harm. Video does not judge; it merely observes and records. It’s up to those responsible for security to analyze the content and determine who may be a wrongdoer… Read More »
In many cities, law enforcement is stretched thin. They can have trouble keeping up with demand between high crime areas, crowd control, and natural disasters. The last thing they need is to waste time responding to false alarms or situations that could easily be handled without their intervention. Here are a few ways that security firms can assist. Remote security monitoring With remote video… Read More »
Protecting residential properties presents unique challenges. While residents want to feel safe, they may not want to see an evident security presence. That’s what makes remote guarding an ideal fit for settings like gated communities or apartment complexes. You can keep onsite guards to a minimum or eliminate them entirely. This gives the residents peace… 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 »