The increased use of social media over the past decade has had an enormous impact on physical security. Through surveillance, access control systems, and crowd behavior analysis, social media has proven to be an invaluable tool for keeping people safe.
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Top 12 HR & Payroll Service Features for Security Operations
As a business in the security industry, you’ve got a few options when it comes to HR and payroll. You can do it all manually in-house, outsource to a bookkeeper or CPA, or you can choose an HR and payroll service provider which comes in the form of HCM software.
Using Drones for Remote Surveillance
Drones have revolutionized the way we look at surveillance, allowing us to have an eye in the sky from just about anywhere. Whether you’re a business or government agency looking for a cost-effective way to monitor large areas, or simply someone wanting to keep an eye on their property from afar – drones are the…
Physical Security Career Opportunities to Take Advantage Of
The physical security sector is constantly evolving, and your company must grow with the times. Otherwise, you risk falling behind and missing some of the best job opportunities available.
How to Win Security Contracts and Beat The Competition
Win more contracts, stand out from the crowd, and be the go-to security firm in your region by understanding the market, and following these tips.
Holiday Security Services: More Than A Seasonal Opportunity
Holiday season is here and for most that means it’s time to relax, maybe take a little year-end vacation, spend some time with family, go to parties and events, and do a little shopping. But for those in the private security industry the holidays can be the busiest time of year. Providing security services during…
How to Use LinkedIn for Prospecting Physical Security Clients
LinkedIn is a robust platform, but most think it's only use is finding new jobs. While it’s an excellent system for finding new candidates (perhaps a future topic of discussion here at Thinkcurity, we’re finding that physical security companies are using it increasingly to prospect for new clients.
Guarding Against Inflation: How Security Companies Can Stay Competitive in Uncertain Economic Times
Economic downturns or times with high inflation are a double-edged sword for security companies. Customers are looking for ways to reduce their costs, but security services are more in demand as crime tends to increase. So, what steps can your security company take to ensure you remain profitable while helping out your customers?
3 Ways Contract Security Can Improve Customer Retention
Recessions affect all industries, but it seems like the physical security sector is affected from two sides. On the one side, supply chain disruptions (a leading cause of the current economic situation) have limited companies’ abilities to procure equipment and supplies. The U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports an 8.3% price increase on all…
Hiring Seasonal Security Guards
It's that time of year again when businesses are preparing for the holiday season rush.
Are Police Shortages Impacting the Security Industry?
“We’re stretched thin.” That statement exemplifies the situation across many police departments across the US, which are struggling with critical staffing shortages. According to a recent CNN report, “Departments in places like Kansas City, Atlanta, Portland, Dallas, and Seattle are facing staffing shortages numbering in the hundreds.” How bad is the police officer shortage? According…
Lessons Learned in School Safety
School safety is a hot button topic, and physical security companies all over the country are stepping up to provide a safe and violence-free environment for our youth.