Security Gates Make Criminals Think Twice Criminals want an easy way to get into a property. They want to be able to commit a crime and flee the scene before police and other authorities can arrive. They want to be able to steal assets and vandalize a property without anyone stopping them. For these reasons, […]
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In Office Building Security, Retail Security, storefront protection, Theft, Uncategorized, Warehousing
Figuring Out What Type of Security You Need
The Right Security for your Business When it comes to protecting your business from criminals, it’s important to remember that not all situations are the same. A security solution that works for one business won’t necessarily be the best plan for another. One of the keys to having effective security at your business is figuring […]
Security During Civil Unrest and Protests
How Physical Security Protects Properties During Public Demonstrations Civil unrest, protests and other public demonstrations are often peaceful events that are designed to attract attention to a cause or celebrate a particular achievement (such as gatherings to commemorate a sports event, etc.). However, in some cases, these large gatherings become unpredictable and, unfortunately, violence and […]
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In Access Control Security, Civil Unrest, Had a Break-In?, Mobile Security, Retail Security, storefront protection, Theft
Dealing with Summer Crime Increases
Crime Increases in the Summer Heat: What This Means for You Many studies have shown that crime, specifically violent crime, increases as the temperature increases. For example, a 2001 paper by the University of Iowa, entitled Heat and Violence, found that “hot summers produce a bigger increase in violence than cooler summers.” Other studies, including […]
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In Access Control Security, Had a Break-In?, Retail Security, storefront protection, Theft
Security Doesn’t Have to Inconvenience People
Security Doesn’t Have to Get in Your Way A lot of people hesitate to install security systems or tools because they worry about inconveniencing their customers, their visitors or themselves. They worry that security tools will be too difficult to use and they’ll make running a business more complicated than it already is. These fears leave them […]
Gun Stores are Common Targets for Smash and Grab Criminals
Why Criminals Target Gun Stores The reality is that nearly every type of business can be a target for smash and grab criminals. All you need is an asset (such as merchandise or cash) that criminals consider valuable and your property could be targeted. However, certain types of businesses are more frequent targets. One of […]
Retail Security in the Winter
Winter Security Now that the days are getting shorter and darker and the nights are getting longer, it’s important that you adapt your security set-up to meet these changes. Many people don’t think of the importance of adjusting your security with the seasons, but doing so is very important. There are a lot of differences […]
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In Industrial Security, Institutional Security, Retail Security, storefront protection, Uncategorized, Warehousing
Balancing Style and Security
Keeping your Business Secure yet Welcoming A lot of people worry about making their business look unappealing when they add security tools to the property. They fear that their location will “look like a jail” or “feel like a fortress” if they have physical security tools installed. This is a fear that makes sense. You […]
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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 […]