You can spend a lifetime building your business, so make sure you spend enough time choosing the right security system to protect it. According to U.S. Department of Justice statistics, businesses without alarm systems are four times as likely to be broken into than those that have them.
If you're a property owner who's looking into security for the first time, it's crucial to understand what exactly is at stake, so you can make an informed choice that will protect your business for years to come.
Learn about the common mistakes that disrupt a building's security efforts, leading to underutilized security systems and under-protected buildings. Is your property guilty of making these mistakes?
Owner Has No Active Role In Security Plan
Frequently, business owners feel they are too busy to be concerned with the major security decisions; as a result, security maintenance and new installations are often delegated to someone else in the organization. However, the reality is simple: if your employee notices that the owner is involved in the decision, it shows that the owner is concerned about security and that person will likely adopt the same point of view.
Simply, security is contagious. If you are going to hire officers to wear a badge and follow strict security policies, then you should show your dedication as frequently as possible: It's a top-down decision.
Installing Security Systems That You Do Not Understand
While you may inherently understand that a security system requires a significant financial investment, if your building personnel can’t comprehend the security technology in place, you will never get the most of of it. Not understanding your security systems capabilities leads to the system being underutilized.
Ideally, it’s best to have your security personnel trained on any security system that is put in place. Your security provider should be willing to offer training services, whether it’s documentation or in-person training; ultimately, this will help you team to make the best use of the equipment and thus keep the building safe.
After all, if you’re going to invest in technology to protect your building, wouldn’t you want understand how to utilize it in a precise and studied manner?
Neglecting to Secure Important Rooms
While it’s important to secure the entire building, there are likely certain rooms within your building that require additional security. For instance, if your building houses computer server rooms or places where critical documents are stored, you may want to investigate additional security options.
You don’t want to put any data or confidential information at risk. If you’re interested in adding additional security for certain high-value areas, look into installing biometric access systems together with security video systems for the deterrent of theft.
Favoring Aesthetics Over Security
Having an aesthetically appealing building with stunning landscaping is definitely a lofty goal for business owners, yet you should be careful to avoid prioritizing aesthetics over security. There will be some cases where you might need to install security video systems in place where they are visible and stick out from the aesthetic design.
You should not skip these important places simply because they won’t look as good as they used to without surveillance cameras. Cameras are not just for observation but also deter criminal behaviors and installing them even if they seem out of place is a necessity.
Putting Too Much Weight On Price
We understand that business owners often want the cheapest and most cost efficient system to protect their building; yet, this mindset neglects to consider an appropriate scope of security. Ideally, the level of security a property will need should match the level of risk the organization faces on a daily basis-- it's essential to find the balance between protection and cost efficiency.
If you aren't willing to perform the necessary research, it's likely that you will end up opting for the (perceived) cheapest solution, incorrectly assuming that all security systems operate the same. Unfortunately, they don't and choosing a cheaper option could leave your building vulnerable to security threats that could end up costing you more in the long-term.
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