Now that the new year is underway, those of us who have to worry about security budgets for the rest of the year are also looking back at 2011 and scratching our heads. If 2011 has a message for us, it is, expect the unexpected.
READ MORE »I don’t usually comment on local news, but I was so outraged by the recent string of attacks against synagogues and a rabbi in northern New Jersey, and so heartened by the response of the law enforcement community, that I wanted to share my concern and relief with all of you.
READ MORE »No two communities are exactly alike. The security needs of a small-town suburban neighborhood are distinctly different from those of a high-rise urban condominium complex. In each case, the key to protecting lives and property is to conduct a detailed review of possible threats.
READ MORE »Armed with a professional assessment and a realistic understanding of your budget, a security consultant can help you develop a plan that provides the optimal amount of security for the least amount of money.
READ MORE »If you and your consultant decide that security officers should play a role in your plan, it is important that you clearly understand and specify what kinds of services you want.
READ MORE »It is possible to hire security officers on your own, but without the experience and resources of a professional security firm, you are likely to spend a great deal of time trying to conduct thorough background checks; ensure proper licensing and insurance; and manage your new hires.
READ MORE »New clients from Connecticut to Hawaii, a new Pennsylvania office…
READ MORE »I am pleased to announce that in early 2012 we will be opening a new state-of-the-art Command Center in Newark, NJ. The 9,300 square-foot facility will enhance our ability to respond immediately to any and all client requests – anywhere, anytime. READ MORE »
When special agent Larry Carr of the FBI first came up with the idea of greeters, his goal was to prevent bank robberies. But greeters are now helping to deter criminal activity in virtually every industry in the country. READ MORE »
Black Friday is the most anticipated day of the year for many retailers, and often the most dreaded. It begins the holiday shopping season, when stores traditionally move out of the red and into the black; but it can also mean unmanageable crowds, short tempers and shoplifters. To help you ensure a safe and successful start to the season, we’d like to share security tips in three critical areas: Crowd Management; Pre-Event Training; and Systems Checks. READ MORE »