Entries by Andrew Ciccone

Workplace Violence Is Rising — And Leaders Must Act Now

By Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services Recent workplace safety research shows a clear upward trend in violence on the job that impacts employees across industries — from hospitality to healthcare and beyond. According to the 2025 Employee Survey Report on Workplace Violence and Safety, 30% of U.S. workers reported witnessing violence against coworkers (up […]

When a child goes missing, every second counts—

When a child goes missing, every second counts—and understanding how they were taken can shape how we respond. Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services In “Understanding the Three Types of Abductions” published by Pursuit Magazine, abductions are categorized into three primary types: Family Abductions – Often tied to custody disputes, these cases may appear less […]

Safe and Successful Festivals

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services on safe protection — A large, multi-day cultural festival welcomed tens of thousands of attendees for live music, food, and community experiences. With high crowd density and extended event hours, organizers partnered with protection services to ensure a safe, well-managed, and enjoyable environment for all guests. Protection services were […]

Seamless Coordination at Major Sporting Events

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services on seamless protection —  A host city preparing for a major international sporting event faced the challenge of welcoming hundreds of thousands of fans while maintaining the highest safety standards. Protection services played a central role in a multi-layered security operation designed to protect attendees, athletes, and staff without […]

Corporate Campus Theft Prevention

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services on theft prevention — A large corporate campus experienced an increase in equipment and property theft, impacting operations and raising concerns among employees. Leadership partnered with protection services to assess vulnerabilities while maintaining an open, collaborative workplace culture. Protection services conducted a comprehensive security review, analyzing access points, patrol […]

Enhanced Shopping Experience: Customer-Focused Loss Prevention

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services A high-traffic retail store faced rising shrinkage while leadership remained committed to delivering a positive, customer-first shopping experience. Rather than adopting aggressive loss prevention tactics, protection services implemented a strategy centered on visibility, engagement, and professionalism. Retail protection officers were trained to actively engage with customers through greetings, assistance […]

Internal Theft Identified Through Professional Oversight

A regional distribution warehouse began experiencing persistent inventory discrepancies that could not be explained through system errors or supply chain delays. While operations continued, leadership recognized the potential for escalating financial loss and engaged protection services to provide professional oversight. Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services Protection officers conducted a quiet, methodical review of inventory […]

Auto Dealership Inventory Protection

Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services A large auto dealership managing millions of dollars in vehicle inventory identified a growing concern around after-hours security risks. Late one evening, security personnel monitoring surveillance systems observed irregular movement within a restricted area of the lot outside normal business hours. Inventory Protection Pays — Following established protocols, officers […]

Protecting Critical Care During a High-Stress Incident

A regional hospital faced a high-stress incident, when a distressed family member attempted to force entry into a restricted Intensive Care Unit (ICU) during visiting hours. Emotions were elevated, and clinical staff were focused on providing critical, life-saving care. Protection services were immediately requested to support the care team and maintain a safe environment. Frank Costa, President, […]

Technology Supporting Safer Campuses

A large university sought to improve campus safety while maintaining an open, welcoming environment for students, faculty, and visitors. Protection services partnered with campus leadership to implement a technology-driven safety strategy focused on prevention, rapid communication, and community engagement. Frank Costa, President, Nexgen Protection Services on technology safety strategies — The initiative included launching a […]