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Security Risk Management

Practical tips for effective risk management in crisis situations

Consider these steps before, during and after a crisis to better protect your organization and manage risk more effectively.
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Tory Brownyard
May 13, 2022

Six steps security leaders can take before, during & after a crisis to better protect themselves, manage risk more effectively, & reduce liability.


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Why You’re Hearing “No:” Insurance Considerations for Security Firms Serving Schools

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Tory Brownyard
October 16, 2018
As we reflect on the first anniversary of the Mandalay Bay shooting, it is sobering to consider the real risks facing any large group of people. A gathering of hundreds or thousands of people is vulnerable to attacks of violence and, unfortunately, over the past several years, we have seen that schools are also such targets.
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Contract Security Officers

21 Tips for Contract Security Officer Success

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Tory Brownyard
January 7, 2015

There are good ways to handle your contract security officers and bad ways. We break it down here. For CSOs and other purchasers of security services, you first need to define needs and roles.


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Enterprise Services

Security Officers or Video Surveillance: Your Best Option

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Tory Brownyard
December 1, 2014
It just takes a walk through the exhibit hall at any security convention to see the technological advances and growth of video monitoring technology. From thermal imaging and panoramic technology to enterprise surveillance systems, video monitoring becomes more and more sophisticated every year. Today’s systems incorporate “smart” cameras, boast internal storage and embedded analytics, and can stream to virtually any mobile device.  

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How Large Jury Settlements Affect Enterprise Security

Regardless of a jury settlement outcome, lawsuits and their resulting publicity leave a stigma and often result in loss of business, not to mention difficulty finding insurance coverage
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Tory Brownyard
January 6, 2014

A security executive’s primary strategy should be to prevent lawsuits from happening, so hiring practices and vetting of security firm partners are the first defense. All security officers must be subjected to criminal background and employment history checks.


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Impacts of Armed Security Officers on Insurance Costs

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Tory Brownyard
March 1, 2013
In the past year, highly publicized mass shootings — especially the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy in December — have made the call for armed security officers commonplace. To many, it seems logical to fight fire with fire; that is, using armed officers to combat armed criminals and prevent tragedies from occurring.
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The Role of Training in Insurance and Risk Management Planning

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Tory Brownyard
March 5, 2012
Well-trained officers can be one of the most effective risk management tools for security firms. Proper training can prevent accidents, improve performance and minimize the number of incidents that can lead to costly lawsuits.
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Observe and Report: Does it Work?

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Steve Buckley
June 28, 2011
“Observe and report” security officers have gained popularity with private security firms over the past five years. These officers, when faced with danger or a need for physical intervention, are supposed to radio the police or authorities trained to handle dangerous situations. They do not intervene.
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