Why you Need Access Control Access control is the process of selectively restricting access to a particular location or area. This is done for many reasons and in many different types of businesses. You may not consider access control when you are planning your security set-up. Many people forget about this due to the busyness […]
Using Security Gates to Help Reduce Shoplifting
Physical Security and Shoplifting When many people think of security gates, they think of tools that help prevent smash and grab robberies. This is true. Security gates are incredibly effective at preventing break-ins, smash and grab robberies and other crimes. But did you know that they also reduce the likelihood of shoplifting? Shoplifting costs business […]
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In Access Control Security, Industrial Security, Institutional Security, New client, Retail Security, Shrinkage, storefront protection, Theft
Five Ways Security Gates Improve Other Security Tools
Improving Security with Security Gates One of the best parts of security gates is that they don’t just add security themselves, but they also make all of your other security tools even more effective. Security gates place a physical barrier between criminals and your property, this makes them the ideal tool for preventing smash and […]
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In Access Control Security, Had a Break-In?, Retail Security, Theft, Uncategorized
Shopping Malls Retail Store Security
Protecting your Shopping Mall Retail Store If you have a retail store in a shopping mall, you likely understand that there are possible security threats to your business. A shopping center is a public place where hundreds and even thousands of people pass through each day. This presents a unique situation for security professionals. As […]
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In Access Control Security, Civil Unrest, Industrial Security, Institutional Security, Looting, Office Building Security, restaurant security, Retail Security, storefront protection, Uncategorized, Unusual Applications
5 things to consider in the event of civil unrest
Keeping your Business Safe During Civil Unrest Large scale protests, moments of civil unrest and even riots and violence can break out just about anywhere. These situations are not relegated to large cities like Los Angeles, New York and Chicago. Civil disorder and moments of unrest can happen just about anywhere. We have seen this […]
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In Access Control Security, Retail Security, Shrinkage, storefront protection, Theft
Retail Security and your Store’s Layout
How your Store’s Layout Can Reduce Crime Shoplifting costs businesses millions of dollars each year. Many store owners simply feel as though there’s nothing they can do to prevent it. They simply see it as a cost of doing business. That doesn’t have to be the case. There are things that you can do to […]
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In Access Control Security, Institutional Security, Retail Security, storefront protection, Theft, Uncategorized
Tips for Choosing Security Gates for Retail Stores
Choosing Security Gates for Retail Stores Securing your retail store should be one of your main priorities. Unfortunately, criminals frequently target retail stores and smash and grab robberies are common. These robberies are what they sound like they are: A criminal smashes through the window or door of a store, enters the store, grabs whatever […]
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In Access Control Security, Had a Break-In?, Retail Security, Shrinkage, storefront protection, Theft, Uncategorized
Five Reasons to use Physical Security for Storefront Protection
If you own or manage a retail store or any other type of storefront, you know the importance of keeping your location secure. Theft and other crimes cost businesses money each and every year and the losses are much greater than you may assume. For example, in a break-in, a business loses the goods that […]
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In Access Control Security, Retail Security, Shrinkage, storefront protection
How to Spot Shoplifters in Your Retail Store
Shoplifting costs businesses millions of dollars each year. According to the 2012-2013 Global Retail Theft Barometer, shoplifting, employee theft, supplier fraud and organized crime costs retailers over $112 billion worldwide in one year. The Retail Council of Canada reports that Canadian retailers collectively lose $3 billion each year due to internal and external crimes as […]
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In Access Control Security, Industrial Security, Institutional Security, Office Building Security, Retail Security, Unusual Applications
Securing Inventory at your Business
Inventory Security & Control Tips for Businesses One of the most essential aspects of running a business is managing, controlling and securing inventory. If you don’t keep detailed information on your inventory and ensure that all of your inventory is always accounted for, your business can quickly fall into serious trouble. When businesses don’t have […]