Entries by Andrew Ciccone

Rising Workplace Violence Necessitates The Need For Implementing A Structured, Approach To Incident Response.

October 31, 2024 in , , , , /by

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  Every year, thousands of American workers report being victims of workplace violence, with assaults resulting in 57,610 injuries in 2021-22 alone, according to the National Safety Council.  These alarming statistics underscore the urgent need for managers and safety professionals to implement a structured, approach to incident response. By […]

Shrink From Theft Significantly Impacts Small-To Medium-Sized Retailers

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  SMB retailers operate on narrow profit margins, they typically don’t have the budget or resources to invest in the training, security systems, and personnel to combat theft like larger retailers do. Offenders might also be more familiar with SMB retailers’ store layouts and know they lack specific security […]

TSA Final Rule Enables Continued Acceptance of Driver’s Licenses at Airport Security Checkpoints & Federal Buildings

October 31, 2024 in , , /by

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –  Consistent with the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) efforts to enhance the passenger experience, TSA published a final rule in the Federal Register that would allow passengers to continue using mobile driver’s licenses (mDL) for identity verification at TSA airport security checkpoints once REAL ID enforcement begins on May […]

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

October 31, 2024 in , , /by

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.

October 31, 2024 in , , /by

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.

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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.

October 31, 2024 in , , , /by

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.

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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.

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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

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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 […]