Security Gates Aren’t Just for Retail Stores When you think of security gates, you might think of a retail store blocking off access through gates on its front window or door. This is an application where security gates are effective, but it’s not the only way to use these physical security tools. Security gates are […]
What is the Cost of a Break-in ?
Understanding the Cost of a Break-In A lot of people don’t think of security until they have to. In many cases, that’s too late. Many businesses only install security gates and other physical security tools once their property has been broken into. There are some cases where a business owner doesn’t act until the business […]
Security for Small Business Server Rooms
Protecting the Server Room at your Office Office security is important. There are many difference aspects to consider when securing your office. One aspect that is sometimes overlooked is server room security. The server can be the heart of a small business. There are many reasons to install security to protect your office server room. […]
Drug Stores and Pharmacies are Common Targets for Criminals: Here’s How to Help Secure Them
Stopping Crime at Drug Stores and Pharmacies There are many reasons why criminals target properties. One major reason is because the location contains merchandise or other valuables that the criminals want. This sounds obvious, but it’s a reason that many people overlook. It’s also a concept that some misunderstand. Criminals don’t just target high-value items. […]
How to Deter Criminals from your Retail Store
Preventing Crime in your Retail Store Theft and property damage costs retail stores billions of dollars each year. One study found that theft cost retail stores in the United States $32 billion in 2014. According to another study, similar crimes in Canada cost retailers $4 billion each year. These numbers make it clear that protecting […]
Security Gates Are a Wise Investment
Protecting your Property and your Bottom Line Smash and grab robberies are costly. Not only do you have to deal with the recovery costs of the stolen merchandise, but these crimes also cause significant property damage. As you can tell by their name, smash and grab robberies involve breaking through doors, windows or other […]
Business Security 2016
Business Security 2016 We hope that everyone had a safe and happy holiday season and an enjoyable New Year’s Eve! Now that 2016 is here, many people have made New Year’s Resolutions. While a lot of these resolutions are typically focused on personal improvement, it’s also a good idea to think about improving your business […]
How Mobile Security Gate Systems Work
Using Mobile Security Gates There are many, many places where mobile security gates can be incredibly effective at preventing crime. Physical security provides not only a barrier for criminals to deal with, but it also acts as a visual deterrent. Criminals understand how effective physical security gates are and they know that it will be […]
Shoplifting and the Holiday Season
Securing Holiday Gift Items at Retail Stores Unfortunately, during the holiday season, typical gift items aren’t just coveted by shoppers. Theft of these items also increases, especially theft by shoplifters. According to analysis by NBC News, which used FBI data, national shoplifting arrests increased by 8.95 percent during November and December 2011, compared to the […]
Simple Steps you can Take to Help Secure your Retail Store
Ways to Improve Retail Store Security Today If you own or manage a retail store, you know how important security is. However, when many people think of security, they think of expensive and elaborate set-ups that require a lot of time and money.The good news is that these aren’t the only ways that you can […]