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 […]
Does 5G represent the future of intruder alarms and security systems?
With 2G and 3G slowly being phased out worldwide, everybody is looking ahead to the fifth generation of wireless communication. 5G is here and it’s not just having an impact on the mobile phone trade. Indeed, the potential for 5G is almost limitless and stretches across industries. It is even set to have a monumental […]
How the internet of things is revolutionising fire safety
The world is changing at an exponential rate and whilst this could be a cause for concern amongst those of us that are perpetually fighting against progress, for the rest of us there has never been a better time to be alive. Of course, any new technology will always be laboured with its drawbacks, but […]
Battening down the hatches – keeping your home safe whilst on holiday
We all deserve a good holiday. Without it, what would we have to look forward to for the rest of the year? But there is one significant drawback to the concept of casting off the shackles of the working week and leaving the country for a fortnight – the idea of leaving your home vacant […]
