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Improving Security Features

When I started thinking more seriously about our security risks as a company, I knew that something needed to change and fast. We had some close calls with employees and external people trying to steal from us, so I started bolstering our building's security. Within about six months of fixing things, people tried to break in but they were quite unsuccessful. I attribute our safety to proactive employees, and I wanted to make this blog accessible to anyone concerned about safety. Check out this website to learn more about minimizing your security risks. A few changes now could make a big difference later.

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3 Low-Tech Ways To Stop Retail Theft

Posted on September 16, 2015

Shoplifting and worker theft are a $45 billion problem for retailers in the United States. In a time where retailers have to be more competitive than ever before to stay profitable, retail theft can seriously hurt their bottom line. If you are looking for ways to increase the profitability of your own retail outlet, curbing retail theft could be the answer. Here are three low-tech solutions you can employ to help stop retail theft in your store in the future. [Read More]

Making Your Home Look Occupied Can Chase Away Potential Thieves

Posted on September 15, 2015

One of the best ways to deter thieves from becoming interested in your home is to make it look as if someone is home, even when no one is. Going into an empty house gives thieves a better chance of getting away with more items without worrying about a confrontation or an increased chance of getting arrested. If you are going to be away from home for an extended period of time, you should follow the advice in this article to help make it look as if someone is actually in the house. [Read More]

4 Businesses At A High Risk For Break-Ins

Posted on August 10, 2015

While it may seem like banks and high-end jewelry stores are most at risk for burglaries and break-ins, this isn't always the case. Most criminals know that these types of businesses already have surveillance equipment and excellent security, so they might not bother. However, other businesses may be at a high risk. Here are four types of businesses that tend to be a high risk for break-ins. Shops Next to Low-Security Businesses [Read More]

The Better Security Guards Are Trained, The Better Things Are For A Business

Posted on May 21, 2015

Any business wishing to hire security guards should look closely at the amount of training the professionals have undergone. Being a security guard is about more than just wearing a uniform. The guard helps maintain order and safety in a commercial establishment. Better training helps facilitate both of these outcomes. Demand for More Training Increases Local governments are showing a renewed interest in passing laws designed to increase training requirements for security guards. [Read More]