While a security officer’s primary duty is to protect people, property, information and reputation, today’s security officers also provide a unique level of customer service to help create an environment that is safe and engaging.

Every corporate executive protection program starts somewhere. Although a number of Fortune 500 and other companies do already use EP, a significant segment still does not.

Safety and security on a college or university campus is critical. The right mix of resources can create a truly comprehensive security program that helps campus community members feel safer, deter crime, improve safety awareness and control costs.

Can you get great security personnel with a contract security firm? The answer is absolutely “YES.” Many high level administrators incorrectly assume that only a proprietary team run by their security director are capable of administering a quality security program. But this is not the case.

The days of a single-minded security officer who only reacts when called upon are long over. In today’s industrial and manufacturing environment, security’s role goes beyond the guardhouse. The new age security officer must have an active role in a company’s overall mission. 

In order to pull off the logistical nightmare of a busy EP team, it is important to look for ways to stay organized and optimize productivity in a schedule.

Transit systems play a vital role in the economic and cultural vitality of our communities, and require a robust, complex and often costly infrastructure. It’s no surprise that as one of our most accessible and important critical infrastructure assets, security for these systems is essential.

Creating an efficient operating environment in physical security is no small feat—especially when the organization undertaking such an endeavor has a nationwide presence.

Every building, organization and corporate culture is unique. Security programs, and security officers, must be viewed through the same lens.