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For security specialists, continuous training is a must

Dennis O'Connor

August 23, 2022

Continuous security training is no longer an option but a must to successfully work in the security industry.

Simple security tools for positive interactions

Luke Daniel

June 17, 2022

Something as simple as a smile can have a massive effect on security interactions, especially if used before a conversation is started.

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The state of the workforce: Hiring, rehiring and retaining qualified security

There are a number of factors compounding the challenging state of the workforce right now, but security leaders say it’s not all doom and gloom.

Maggie Shein

February 1, 2022

Leaders are facing challenges in hiring, rehiring and retaining security personnel with compounding issues of past furloughs, the COVID-19 pandemic, wages and employee evaluation of risk versus reward. How are enterprise security teams compensating to improve current workforce conditions?

Security budgets may double or triple in 2022

Madeline Lauver

December 28, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic began around the world in early 2020, budgets decreased as businesses shuttered their doors. According to Global Guardian Co-Founder and CEO Dale Buckner, security budgets have the potential to double or triple in 2022.

The problem with low end bids in the security guard industry

Endri Cenolli

December 3, 2021

We must quell prevalent myths about security guards. Security guards do not resemble the stereotype of lazy, untrained, perhaps overweight and inhospitable male bodybuilders.

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Challenges for the guarding industry

Ed Finkel

December 1, 2021

The continued pandemic, labor shortages, a shift in the hybrid and remote workforce, and other factors have led to an increased threat landscape, hiring challenges and changing roles for security officers. Security leaders across many sectors share industry knowledge on how to adapt to these shifts, including interdepartmental communication, continued training efforts and more.

Video management systems increase the bottom line and optimize security in logistics

Paul Fisher

July 27, 2021

Security and business optimization in logistics calls for a multi-tiered approach – a solution that addresses security while streamlining operations, reducing costs and increasing revenue. So, what is the role of video security systems in logistics and how can these devices support a versatile, flexible approach while generating more revenue?

Security officers need to build a sense of community and trust among their clients and the communities and organizations they serve

Security Officers: You never have a second chance to make a first impression

Christopher T. Belden

March 19, 2021

Blending security services, personal relationships and community trust with excellent customer service is a must for professional security officers. But how exactly can security officers create better relationships and gain trust of those they serve?

Quickly fulfill security staffing demands when emergencies occur

Lt. Steve Lynk

February 10, 2021

My experience in the public safety sector has taught me that the only thing you can expect every day on the job is the unexpected. From civil unrest to natural disasters, unexpected events occur daily with little or no warning. When unforeseen or unpredictable emergencies occur, security departments are often called upon to help mitigate the situation. This can cause a sudden and massive surge in demand for additional manpower. So how can a security operation rapidly fulfill excessive labor requirements while synchronously managing the crisis at hand?

Lipscomb security officer passes away from COVID-19 related illness

Lipscomb University security officer dies from COVID-19

January 25, 2021

A 40-year security officer veteran at Tennessee's Lipscomb University, Maurice J. Conner passed away after contracting COVID-19.

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