Security risk does not remain static. A site that appeared relatively low risk last month may be more exposed today. A nearby break-in, repeated trespass, a suspicious vehicle or a change in stock levels can quickly alter the picture. Contractors come and go, buildings become vacant and new access routes emerge as sites develop. When you are responsible for several locations, these changes become harder to see. An incident reported at one site may appear isolated, while a similar warning […]
December usually brings one of the highest crime levels of the year. National figures show 160,000 thefts, 22,000 burglaries and over 40,000 criminal damage incidents in December 2024. These numbers show how quickly opportunists act when buildings sit quiet and staff cover reduces. With the festive break approaching, this is a good moment to review your site security. A few simple steps now can keep your people, property and operations safe until everyone returns. It also helps you enjoy your […]
As summer fades and autumn approaches, the business landscape changes in subtle but important ways. Days grow shorter, evenings get darker earlier, and unpredictable weather becomes a regular occurrence. These seasonal shifts can create new security challenges — both physical and digital — for organisations of all sizes. Taking the time now to assess your security strategy can help prevent disruptions, protect your assets as you head into the busy final months of the year. 1. Strengthen Lighting and Visibility […]
Facial recognition technology has numerous harmless applications. You may use it every day to unlock your phone or gain access to secure areas. But facial recognition can also be used for surveillance purposes, a usage that has gathered plenty of excitement in the security industry and those who provide products to it. However, we should balance our excitement with caution. As with all surveillance, facial recognition must be used responsibly and with restraint to protect the privacy and rights of […]
Winter is here, which means it is time again to remind our readers that these next few months are when businesses are at the highest risk of vandalism and theft from winter crime. Studies have shown seasonal surges of crime in winter, with a 22.8% increase in business robberies (The Office for National Statistics) and 35% more home insurance claims for burglary (Lloyds Bank) in the winter months. In addition, there is ample evidence that, historically, crime has increased in […]
The recent riots around UK didn’t come without warning or prediction. In a survey of our customers, contacts and prospects, 53% cited theft as the greatest security threat to their business. In most cases fear of property theft was higher than the fear of Intellectual Property (IP) theft, which was only mentioned by 2% of respondents. Anti-social behaviour was rated as the second biggest threat to businesses. Businesses surveyed included retailers, local authorities, recreational facilities and commercial buildings – the […]
Following our recent survey of business security issues I’m not at all surprised to see that theft tops the list of security risks, with a staggering 53%* claiming that it’s ‘the greatest security threat to my business’. Theft is devastating to any business and the people responsible for security live in constant fear of the threat of a physical attack to people and property. It’s not just the trauma of having premises broken into, and all the associated costs of repair, it’s also […]
