The importance of securing your business - now!

 

 

Why is security so important?

A stupid question? Maybe. But how many businesses don't consider this question until it's too late? How many don't even think about CCTV cameras, access control or perimeter security until a serious incident occurs?

We realize that every business needs to look closely at it's outgoings and consider what is essential and what is not. And how often has a business owner said something to the effect of "don't worry - we're insured".

What is it that you as an owner are insured for? Damage to your property? Loss of goods or products? Have you really considered the wider implications of a break-in? - Not to mention a fire or other catastrophe? The cost to your business reaches far wider than just material loss.

Imagine if you were prevented from trading for a day? Would that create problems for you? What about a week? Or a month? How will your customers react when they have no order delivered? Will they stay loyal or go direct to your competition so as to keep their business running?

Maybe you're not a manufacturer and your premises are simply a storage area for the equipment you use to service your customers. What will you do if you lose your vehicles? Tools? Records? All your business information?

And then of course there is your moral obligation to your staff, customers and visitors to your site......


 

So what services should you be looking for?

Naturally there is no correct answer to this. It depends upon your specific business and your individual requirements. But the following are some basics to consider:-

Access Control

At a very basic level this is a lock and key. But the advancements in technology today has resulted in a wide range of alternatives. For instance - there are digital keypads, token based systems or audio video entry systems.

Remote monitoring

By using CCTV systems any site can be continually monitored from a secure location. Any activation - at any time - will instantly transmit the images to the monitoring center.

Perimeter security

This may involve the use of fencing, turnstiles, barriers or gates.


So what should I do now?

Take a close look at your options. Contact a professional security firm for some expert advice. Any reputable security provider such as Sygma security Solutions in the UK will happily provide a FREE onsite audit so as to determine your requirements.