Entries by Andrew Ciccone

The Glendale Police Department Uses Tech to Expedite its 9-1-1 Response

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  The Glendale Arizona Police Department was alerted to a shooting by following a 9-1-1 call’s real-time transcript.  The real-time crime center (RTCC) analysts immediately pulled up the security camera at the intersection and saw the homicide suspect fleeing in the victim’s vehicle. The officer was able to react […]

Factors to Consider When Implementing a Physical Security System.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  While technology like cameras, alarms, and access control systems are crucial components, they are only as effective as the people who use and manage them and the systems that deploy them. When installing physical security systems, the focus should be on the holistic operation of the system rather […]

A Security Management Platform Must Manage Events In Real Time To Manage Crisis.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  The security sector has  adopted cloud-based artificial intelligence or machine learning resulting in revolutionary changes in access control, video surveillance and emerging areas like threat detection and drone identification. A security management platform must provide clarity and control to act for greater efficiency and serve as the foundation […]

An Effective Physical Security Plan Starts with Deterrence, Detection, Delay, & Response.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  Deterrence, Detection, Delay, & Response. Physical security technology helps to control access, monitor behavior, and respond to potential threats, thus enhancing overall security posture. It involves securing organizational assets from harm due to physical events, including natural disasters like fires and floods, and human-inflicted dangers like theft and […]

Artificial Intelligence Technology Delivers Proactive Security and Efficient Crisis Response.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  The early days of artificial intelligence technology (AI) and facial recognition in video surveillance were often inaccurate and prone to false positives, limiting their effectiveness. Continuous advancements in AI algorithms and processing power have significantly improved the accuracy and reliability of these technologies. Artificial intelligence and cloud technologies […]

License Plate Recognition Technology Is A Powerful Tool To Track Individuals Movements Through Vehicles.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  License plate recognition technology, also known as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) or LPR (License Plate Recognition), is a surveillance system that captures vehicles’ images and identifies their license number. It uses optical character recognition on images to read vehicle license plates.  The technology provides the ability to […]

Body Cameras Deliver Enhanced Security and Accountability

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  Retailers seek effective solutions to the growing issues of theft and violence, the adoption of body cameras has emerged as a promising way to enhance security and accountability. This technology offers not just a way to record events as they unfold but it also serves as a preventive […]

Retailers’ Concern for Safety and Security have heightened due to the Growing Threats.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  Break-ins and break-in attempts are always a concern for retailers for safety and security reasons, and these concerns have heightened due to the growing threats faced in recent years. Before the pandemic, physical security’s role in business intelligence and operations was already growing, but over the last few […]

Organized Crime and Shrinkage are on The Rise, Security Protection Is Essential to Offset Losses.

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  The final stage of the supply chain process in retail, is getting products off trucks and into stores. Retailers face rising security threats, such as theft, shoplifting, internal fraud, vandalism, and even violence. Matters are intensified by self-checkout systems and the complexities of post-pandemic retail environments.  Whether managing […]

Businesses Must Partner with Law Enforcement to Develop Safeguards

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –    Small businesses typically don’t have the budget or resources to invest in the training, security systems, and personnel to combat theft like larger organizations. Businesses should partner with law enforcement officers to develop safeguards for their businesses to prevent criminal activity. Helping businesses reduce and prevent crime […]