Many security firms are facing interesting times in 2023. Demand for security guards remains high across a variety of industries, although hiring new guards poses challenges. That’s also led to another issue in some regions: Clients are beginning to look
Alarm installers sometimes find that clients are interested in more than just installing physical alarms – they want to make sure that their entire property is safe, and that includes protection against hacking. Demand for digital security has increased as
Is one of the 2023 goals for your PI firm to cut expenses? Then you certainly aren’t alone: Many businesses are making it a priority to save more money this year as the world continues to change. Saving money is
Shoplifting is on a significant rise in stores across the country, and retailers are looking for ways to stop it. A combination of new tactics like mass organized shoplifting, desperation and anger from rising prices, and emboldened shoplifters is creating serious problems.
Security technology has increasingly grown smarter over time. These days, it’s common for the latest systems to send alerts and alarms to phone apps as well as sounding physical alarms. With this, security & alarm installers also have to grapple
We’re always looking for ways to help PIs stay on the right side of the law and avoid any issues that come with accidentally breaking laws. That could mean failing to solve a case, rendering evidence useless in court –
Winter brings more than just new seasonal events for security guards: It also means many weather-related changes for patrolling outside, as well as changes in how people behave around the holidays. Has it been a while since your security firm
Wireless security systems of all kinds have rapidly grown in popularity, especially in recent years as prices have fallen and common brands like ADT have adopted wireless lines of their own. And wireless systems do have some advantages: They are
Private investigators can juggle a lot out on the job. That includes managing notes, using the right surveillance equipment, mapping out an area, and much more. But PIs should also be mindful of their own safety and health when working.
In the past, we’ve discussed the situations and events where an armed security guard should draw a firearm, and how to reduce any potential liability risks that come with this decision. Today, we wanted to focus on the other side
