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    What Happens During a False Alarm?

    False alarms are pretty common in the United States. According to Statista, fire departments in the U.S responded to 2.8 million false alarms in 2018. Accidental false alarms contributed the biggest percentage at 1.3 million. False alarms in commercial properties or public institutions can cause commotion and possibly endanger lives. Additionally, your commercial property or institution could receive a fine for false alarms. What Happens During a False Alarm? During a false alarm, the alarm system produces a loud siren that requires your security code to turn off. The police and security company receive an alarm signal if no one inputs the correct passcode. According to the Office of Justice Programs, a false alarm takes up about two minutes of police time and typically two officers. False alarms cost a whopping $1.5 billion in police time. It wastes police time which could have been used to respond to other serious security issues. A majority...

    October 4, 2022
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    How Much Money Can Be Lost by Inventory Shrink?

    When it comes to inventory shrinkage, there are two indisputable facts. If you have a large inventory shrinkage, you will lose a lot of money. According to the Center for Retail Research, North American retailers lose up to $45 billion worth of money due to inventory shrinkage yearly. On the other hand, proper management of inventory shrinkage increases profits. This is why it's important to manage and lower inventory shrinkage until it's below average. This can be done by installing integrated security systems. Here's an in-depth look at inventory shrinkage and how it can cause losses. What is Inventory Shrinkage? Inventory shrinkage refers to the difference between the available inventory and the inventory bought. In the majority of cases, the inventory available generally falls below the inventory that was bought. This causes huge losses. A lot of businesses lose billions of dollars due to inventory shrinkage each year. This has negative impacts...

    August 29, 2022
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    How Common Are Business Alarm Systems?

    Business alarm systems are very important. Burglars tend to walk away when they notice that a business has an alarm system in place. Unfortunately, not a lot of businesses have alarm systems. According to Security.org, only one in seven businesses has an alarm system. Here's more you need to know about business alarm systems and why some businesses have them. Why Do Businesses Install Alarm Systems Businesses install alarm systems for a variety of reasons. One of the main purposes is to protect their premises and everyone in them. Employees are a company's most valued assets. This is why it's important to ensure that they feel secure and comfortable on the job. This is especially important for those employees who work late-night schedules. Your company's staff won't be able to perform their duties well if they are afraid of break-ins. Having alarms with buttons that can be manually activated will give your...

    August 29, 2022
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    When Are Surveillance Systems the Most Important?

    According to Maslow, secondary to the basic needs of food and shelter, security is the second most important human need. Security may mean different things to different people. However, it is universally agreeable that surveillance is an essential part of security. Many criminal activities and thefts thrive on anonymity. The thief or burglar hopes that they are never noticed. Surveillance helps property owners keep an eye on their property 24/7 and deter both burglars and thieves. Sonitrol Security of Delaware Valley is arguably one of the best sources of cutting-edge surveillance systems. Audio-based security alarm systems Audio-based security alarm systems are one of the most effective surveillance tools. Audio-based intrusion detection systems are able to detect sounds or movements in a business premise or a home. These systems enable the property owners to listen in to any conversations and noises and determine the nature of abnormal activity going on. The alarm system...

    August 1, 2022
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    What Is an Integrated Alarm System

    According to 2013 crime statistics released by the FBI, burglary offenses resulted in property losses amounting to roughly $4.5 billion, with the bulk of the burglaries (74%) being residential properties. To avoid being part of such statistics, it's crucial to be proactive by implementing measures, such as an integrated alarm system. How Does An Integrated Alarm System Work? As the name suggests, an integrated alarm system has many moving parts. It's designed this way to provide maximum protection for your property. Typically, you can expect this kind of system to contain security cameras, intrusion alarms, access control points, and more. Each part of the system has a specific function. For instance, access control points exist to restrict movement in your building, while security cameras enable you to see what's going on throughout your property. This multilayer protection is necessary because when it comes to safeguarding your assets from security threats, the more,...

    August 1, 2022
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    Why Your Smoke Detectors Need to Be Continuously Checked

    Smoke detectors are very important, and they can be the difference between a minor fire problem and a huge disaster. These units are battery-powered, so you need to check them from time to time to ensure that the battery is still functional. There are lots of fires in the United States. Therefore these units are quite important. According to the HGI-Fire, a fire department responds to a fire every 24 seconds in the U.S. Here are some of the reasons why you need to check your smoke detector regularly. Dust Can Accumulate in Your Detector This is another reason why you need to check your monitor smoke and heat detectors from time to time. To prevent the accumulation of dust, you should vacuum the detector every six months. When doing this, you must ensure that you install a soft brush attachment around each of the vents. You must also keep in mind...

    May 23, 2022
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    3 Tried and True Types of Business Security Solutions

    Security is always at the forefront of any business owner's mind. After all, your company and employees are things that you value and want to protect in every situation. Far too often, successful businesses are brought down by theft, burglaries, and break-ins. No matter what industry you're in, it is crucial to integrate business security solutions to prevent unexpected losses. In this blog post, we will explore 3 different business security solutions that you can invest in singularly or altogether. 1. Video Camera Surveillance Systems When you think of office security, chances are you immediately think of security cameras. A CCTV camera solution is one of the most common answers to combating theft and has been proven successful throughout the years. In a study of convicted burglars, over 80% of them said they would check for alarms before committing a theft. If you incorporate visible surveillance cameras, that's 80% fewer people you...

    April 20, 2022
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    How to Introduce a New Business Security System to Your Employees

    When you are running a business, security is hands-down one of the most important elements to consider. Opting to have no business alarm systems or commercial security has resulted in the burglaries of thousands of businesses, so keeping your office and assets covered is crucial. Not only do you need to keep your assets safe, but you also need to look out for the safety of your employees. Video surveillance has proven to be a tried and true solution to preventing theft, with an estimated 67% of theft being avoided due to security cameras. The installation and set-up of these systems may not take long, but there are also steps you should take to prevent unspoken concerns throughout your company regarding the new systems. In this blog post, we will discuss how to seamlessly introduce a new business security system to your employees. Give Your Employees a Heads Up It can be jarring...

    April 20, 2022
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    The Power of Security Cameras in America

    Whether you are a high-profile investigator, a new business owner, or simply somebody who watches a lot of late-night crime TV, you are well aware of the power of a security camera. Video footage can be the difference between life and death in an American courtroom, and the difference between foreclosure and success in a small business. In this blog post, we will discuss the managerial and legal benefits of security cameras. Office Surveillance While most offices do not invest in video surveillance equipment in order to watch their employees, office security cameras have been known to catch many bad intentions in the workplace. For example, high-end security cameras can catch employees if they return late to work. An office security system can track who enters each door, so business owners can receive a report of an employee entering an unauthorized area. Additionally, the integration of a commercial security system into your office...

    March 21, 2022
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    How Business Alarm Systems Save Your Business Money

    It is important to maintain low operating costs in order to maximize your company's return on investment. One of the best ways you can save your business money is by investing in security cameras. These are some of the ways a good alarm system for businesses can save you money. Reduce Insurance Costs Did you know that many insurance providers offer reduced rates to businesses that use video surveillance? Although you will always have to pay for some type of insurance, you can get a reduced rate by having a security system. Installing security cameras in your business helps reduce your liability risks, which means insurance companies see you are taking the appropriate steps to protect your business from theft and other potential crimes, and consider it less of a risk to insure you. Avoid Vandalism and Damage Security cameras placed at the entrances, exits, and parking lots of your building help to create...

    March 21, 2022
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