If you’re considering investing in a professional security system for your home or business, it’s important that you have more than just surface level of information. If you want to make the right decision and choose the right security system for your wants and needs, it’s imperative that you’re aware of each of the system’s […]
5 essential event security tips for planners
There is so much more to effective event security than you might think: It’s a plan that requires concise coordination and reliable, focused communication at all times. It also requires the right equipment. So, if you’re planning a major event and you’re unsure how to proceed when it comes to arranging and planning security, we […]
When is CCTV use appropriate?
Popular culture has cast a negative shadow over CCTV usage, to the extent that it is often seen as an ‘invasion of privacy’. But when used correctly, video monitoring can save money, property, and even lives; offering an impartial eye of a situation that would otherwise be missing. But with smart CCTV becoming more prevalent […]
CCTV vs manned security – The benefits of going remote
Deciding on a security solution is a more complicated affair than it once was. These days, there are so many options and technologies to consider that it’s no longer simply a case of deciding who to choose but what to choose. The most fundamental choice is whether to opt for a physical presence or to […]
When is the right time to outsource your security?
Hundreds of businesses across the country of all shapes and sizes fall victim to crime every year and these incidents come at a cost to the business. You may have great insurance, but if important assets are stolen or damaged a criminal event can result in serious downtime and in any business, time is money. […]
Should you install a security system in your school?
In recent years, with the troubling rise in knife crime amongst young people and a worrying rise in theft, burglary, and robbery in our primary, secondary and further education establishments, it has become more and more obvious that the UK has a problem with school safety. In 2014 there were over 30,000 crimes linked to […]
Security camera placement – finding your home’s best angle
When home security first became a legitimate concern, the methods and tools used were far from exhaustive and often too pricey for most household budgets. The last few decades, however, have brought with them technological advances that mean it is now possible for any home one any budget to consider a fully-featured home security solution. […]
Why winter is the best time to upgrade your home security
As the summer begins its slow fade into winter (also known as autumn) and the year winds to a close, it’s common for people to get reflective and start thinking about the changes they could make to their lives and their homes. When it comes to positive change, upgrading your security system is an obvious […]
To fire safety tips for your business
All workplaces are different and have their own unique challenges based on the staff, the building itself and what the business actually does. However, whether you work in an office, a factory, a retail store, or even on a farm, there are several fire safety tips that should always be followed and respected by employees […]
City living – 5 security tips for staying safe in the big city
At one point in our lives, we all attempt city living. Whether we’re self-professed country bumpkins looking to expand our horizons and experience new horizons or have chosen to simply move for a job, it’s inevitable that at some point, the magnetic pull of the ‘bright lights’ will take us. What the ‘big city’ constitutes […]
