Integrated security – a holistic approach

If something has a resale value then thieves will target it and that means anything from paving slabs through to copper wire. Times are tough right now and an unfortunate consequence of the current economic situation is a rise in criminal activity. Businesses and site managers need to be on their guard to make sure they don’t fall victim to opportunist thieves looking for a quick pay day.

Security solutions range from alarms and CCTV systems through to patrols and fencing. It’s wrong to things of them as separate elements. In order to really make a site secure people need to think in terms of a holistic approach. Integrated security not isolated individual measures is what gets results. It’s no good upgrading the perimeter fencing if staff aren’t briefed on becoming more vigilant and security conscious for example. Action right across the board is the way forward.

Integrated security looks at the whole picture. Any security provider worth their salt with conduct a full scale review first and then make a series of suggestions based on what they find. The security solutions that they recommend can vary from the installation of new camera systems through to an increase in the frequency of security patrols. By identifying problems and weaknesses first and then suggests appropriate measures and actions, companies can tighten up their security efforts and make sure their site and premises is as secure as possible.

Thieves look for easy targets. They are quick to identify weaknesses or sloppy practice. If security is sound they’ll move on to the next target. A break in can be hugely disruptive to any business. Insurance will pay for lost stock and equipment, but it won’t make up for loss of service that customers will experience. Security requires a little extra investment right now and that means working with the experts.

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