Commercial Business Security Tips
You’ve invested countless hours and dollars into your business, from perfecting your products to hiring and training employees. But how much have you invested in commercial security?
We’re going to cover the different security measures you can use to help protect your business. From setting up video surveillance to installing an access control system, there are a lot of ways to increase the security of your building. At Union Alarm, we recommend taking an integrated approach for maximum security.
Protect your business and your valuable assets with these commercial security tips:
Educate Employees
As a business owner, you know that you’re doing your best to secure your building. But it’s also important to keep your employees in the loop—they spend just as much time at your facility.
As you add new security protocols and systems to your building, it’s important to keep your employees up to date about how they work. You may want to hold a meeting to go over the new systems. A few points you can bring up include:
- Protocol for setting the alarm
- Caution about sharing sensitive information with others
- Information about what to do if they have a security concern
Consider an Access Control System
If you have a door with a lock, you might think you’ve got your security needs covered. But mechanical keys have their drawbacks. You never know who might have a spare key to your property. You can’t tell who is entering and exiting your building.
What you need is an access control system. Manage access to restricted areas in your building to prevent internal losses or possible employee misconduct. You can ensure that only authorized personnel enter certain areas of your building, and you can determine when they are able to enter, and when they cannot!
With a keyless entry system, you’ll enjoy better security, simple user management, and data insights about who’s entering your building. Instead of using keys, employees can gain entry using swipe cards or key fobs. You can also use codes via proximity keypads.
As soon as new employees join or former ones leave, you can edit permissions to change who’s permitted to enter your building. You won’t need to rely on employees to lock the doors, and you won’t need to change keys everytime someone leaves the company—the access control system will take care of that for you.
Set Up Security Cameras
Today, a video surveillance system is an essential security measure; you can use video footage to identify who’s coming in and out of your business. Get a closer look at your business with advanced video surveillance; you’ll get high-definition video, night vision scene detection, and the ability to pan, tilt, or zoom the camera remotely.
The benefits of security cameras are twofold. Having cameras around entrance points will act as a deterrent to thieves. And if a loss or a crime occurs, you’ll have high-quality footage to use as evidence.
Dummy cameras aren’t enough to deter a thief. You need functioning cameras to keep your business safe. Surveillance systems allow you to keep an eye on your property, even when you aren’t around. Connect to your cameras remotely, or use the app to review footage over the web while on your smart phone or tablet. A simple remote desktop is right at your finger tips.
Add Lights
Think about it: If you were breaking into a building, would you choose one with all the lights on or the one with motion lights that activated as soon as you came near?
A well-lit property will help protect your business. It deters physical security threats like forced entry through brute force. We recommend adding lights in the parking lot, near entry doors, and around the perimeter of your property.
Install a Monitored Alarm System
Small businesses may find it difficult to afford a proper alarm system. But the benefits far outweigh the costs; you can deter criminal activity and monitor fire signals, both of which are paramount for protecting your building.
Invest in a monitored alarm system, and you’ll be notified the moment a security threat or safety concern arises.
Get an Integrated Commercial Security System for Your Business
An investment in commercial security will always pay off; you’ll enjoy peace of mind and lower crime rates. We hope these safety tips give you a better idea of how to protect your commercial property.
Modern-day technology is essential for deterring crime in an office building, warehouse, or an industrial facility. At Union Alarm, we install, service, and monitor security systems for businesses. Our team will set you up with business security solutions built to prevent theft, manage access, and monitor fire signals.
Our commercial security systems will help keep intruders out in Calgary or Edmonton.
To get a free quote, contact us today.
