A Few Easy Ways to Beef Up Security at Your Business Before Black Friday
Black Friday is undoubtedly one of the biggest shopping days of the year, but unfortunately, that also means it’s one of the most dangerous days for businesses. With such high foot traffic, there’s a good chance that property and identity theft could be in the works for that day.
However, there are ways to protect your business. Before you decide to miss out on this amazing day of retail, here are a few ways you can beef up your business security before Black Friday this year.
Watch the Trash Can
If it has sensitive or private information on it, it should be shredded. Even receipts can lead to identity theft, which means that every single one should either be shredded or put into a locked garbage receptacle. Any loose papers should be disposed of immediately and properly to avoid crime.
Light it Up
Retailers like Abercrombie and Fitch and Hollister are known for their uncharacteristically dark stores, but if you want to avoid property theft, you should invest in proper lighting, especially in changing areas if you’re running a clothing retail store.
Install an Alarm System
One in seven businesses has a high quality alarm system, and yours should be one of them. If someone tries to commit theft outside of store hours, a commercial security system is going to be your best friend.
Keep Staff Informed
If you keep your staff informed about the dangers of property theft, especially on days like Black Friday, your store should be well-prepared to handle any potential theft situations that arise.
Insurance
While commercial security systems are their own form of insurance, you should still have your business insured. If it can be stolen, have it insured. Even if you’re working primarily with intellectual property, make sure you have the tools necessary to protect your business.
Catch it on Video
Although commercial security systems do often include video surveillance cameras, it’s important to have a surveillance system, even without the full security system. If you can catch a theft on surveillance video, it’s simply that much easier to apprehend the culprit.
Don’t let your store go unprepared this holiday season. Make sure you invest in a security system to protect it.