Category: Security Strategy

On October 27th, the Texas Education Agency proposed updates in school security standards for districts across the state in response to the tragedy that occurred at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. These new rules mandate new regulations that educational facilities must abide by for the 2022-2023 school year. Read our summary of the requirements to ensure your district is in compliance and has the necessary plan to ensure a safe campus environment. 

FBI reports show parking structures and lots are the third most common site of murders and assaults in the U.S. Yet most risk management professionals agree that parking lots are one of the most overlooked risk exposures for businesses and property owners. Here are five areas to review while conducting a parking lot security audit. 

Video analytics is becoming increasingly important for modern surveillance systems, and the trend is only set to continue. In this article, we will cover the basic concepts and technology behind video analytics by highlighting some real-world use cases.

In the wake of the tragic elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, law enforcement, school officials, and security professionals across the country are asking questions about preparedness in local schools. In this article, we will share how school districts can address each area without compromising their commitment to educational excellence and safety.

Security technology has never been more critical to help mitigate common school threats such as active shooters and vandalism. However, one of the biggest challenges school leaders face is ensuring that security systems are effective and reliable. In this article, we will share five best security practices for schools to consider addressing digital and physical threats.

In the wake of the Uvalde school shooting, security remains the primary concern for schools as the new academic year begins, but maintaining strong physical security systems requires resources in the form of training, technology, and support. In this article, we’ll share helpful school security resources for local education agencies to maximize funding and a collection of tips and insights to help schools strengthen their physical security posture.

Creating a corporate physical security strategy is no small task, nor should it be taken lightly. Corporate physical security is your enterprise’s first line of defense for all potential threats, even cyber ones. With today’s electronic security trends enabling a higher level of security for organizations, the good news is there are a variety of physical security solutions available to combat a range of threats.

Amidst the pandemic, the QSR (quick-service restaurant) space underwent a shift in services. Rather than completely revamping their business models, QSRs began to reinvent their existing operations in order to offer safer, faster, and more efficient services. QSRs need to meet consumers — who crave convenience, consistency, and quality — where they are at.

From supply chain issues to pivots in operational strategy, the electronic security industry saw a myriad of new trends in 2021. As many organizations remained focused on operational recovery, new challenges continued to impact the way decision makers purchased and planned their electronic security technology.

If 2021 was the year of COVID-driven security solutions, 2022 will be all about addressing the “new normal.” While we are not out of the woods yet, organizations that make use of technologies with multiple applications will be the ones to find electronic security success.