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Grand Rapids Students found bringing guns into the school.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Several incidents at a Grand Rapids School report students bringing guns into the building. The School is considering how to mitigate the threat to the students while at the safe time protecting individuals privacy. 

Safety has to be the primary consideration, protocol and policies need to be impactful and reflective of what the school’s community wants. 

SOURCE: 

Witkos, M., “GRPS honors security officers, continues to prioritize safety”, FOX 17, 06/13/2023.

#protectionservices #securitystandards #publicsaftey  #mobilesecurity #secruitythreats

 

Employee Access Controls Pose Significant Security Risks

Employee Access Controls Pose Significant Security Risks

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations are facing an unprecedented challenge: high employee turnover. It’s an inevitable part of the business ecosystem, impacting industries across the board. 

As employees come and go, the safety and security of businesses becomes a top concern. The transitional phases, involving the change of hands in company keys and access controls often get overlooked, laying the groundwork for significant security vulnerabilities.

In the world of InstaKey, high employee turnover no longer translates to security nightmares. Every key transfer is managed with precision, ensuring that your business, employees, and assets remain safe, secure, compliant, and primed for growth.

 

SOURCE: 

“Regain Control in High Employee Turnover Environments with InstaKey.” Loss Prevention Magazine,10/25/2023.

https://losspreventionmedia.com/regain-control-in-high-employee-turnover-environments-with-instakey/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #secruityaccess #lossprevention #secruitythreats

 

Fast-Frictionless Self-Checkout Shopping Increases Retail Shrink

Fast-Frictionless Self-Checkout Shopping Increases Retail Shrink

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

As predicted retail shrink is on the rise as frictionless commerce creates  challenges for retail and loss prevention. Consumers prefer and will pay more for simple, fast, and efficient shopping experiences.

Over 50 percent of consumers will switch to a merchant with less friction in the shopping experience. Retailers with self-checkout lanes and apps experience a loss rate of more than double the industry average.

 

SOURCE: 

D’Onofrio, Tony, “will-the-steal-slow-self-checkout-and-frictionless-commerce.” Loss Prevention Media, 03/28/2024.

https://losspreventionmedia.com/will-the-steal-slow-self-checkout-and-frictionless-commerce/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #frictionlesscommerce #lossprevention #secruitythreats

 

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Mass Shootings: Schools Now Target-Harden Campuses

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Target-hardening at schools has been a hot topic in the United States, especially as mass shootings continue and school administrators take on a more active role in security. 

Schools started adding bulletproof windows and desks, stronger locks on doors, alarm systems that directly communicate with law enforcement, and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled camera systems, among other target hardening techniques. They have conducted drills and established better emergency response plans. 

SOURCE: 

Jones, Kevin, “Schools Crisis Intervention In Schools.” Security Management Magazine, 03/01/2024.

https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2024/03/schools/crisis-intervention-in-schools/

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #target-hardening #artificialintelligence #secruitythreats

 

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – Threats of theft, vandalism, and terrorism are a continual concern for those responsible for the security of high-risk facilities. Perimeter security is vital to maintaining safety, safeguarding assets and ensuring continuity of business at these sites. AI (artificial intelligence) video security cameras with built-in analytics interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats. SOURCE: Carstensen, Jon, “Early Detection and Deterrence Enhance.” Security Today, 03/21/2024. https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/21/Early-Detection-and-Deterrence-Enhance.aspx #protectionservices #securitystandards #earlydetection #artificialintelligence AI security cameras

AI security cameras interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Threats of theft, vandalism, and terrorism are a continual concern for those responsible for the security of high-risk facilities. Perimeter security is vital to maintaining safety, safeguarding assets and ensuring continuity of business at these sites.

AI (artificial intelligence) video security cameras with built-in analytics interpret scenes, monitor risks, and alerts security to threats.

SOURCE: 

Carstensen, Jon, “Early Detection and Deterrence Enhance.” Security Today, 03/21/2024.

https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/21/Early-Detection-and-Deterrence-Enhance.aspx

 

#protectionservices #securitystandards #earlydetection #artificialintelligence #secruitythreats

 

Fed Security Supply Chain Security Protects Against Threats

Fed Security Supply Chain Security Protects Against Threats

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Federal supply chain security is a protocol that monitors the risks of contracting with external logistics, transportation, suppliers, and vendors. These government measures safeguard the distribution of products and services from theft, terrorism, and cyberattacks.

Physical security is just as important as cybersecurity because it protects the business’ assets, facilities, employees, and workers. Implementing it means keeping buildings, warehouses, transportation routes, and other necessary infrastructure safe from theft, damage, and people with ill intentions. This practice applies to government clients and vendors.

 

SOURCE: 

Smith, Dean, “Federal Supply Chain Security Standards Practices What Companies Need To Know.” executivegov.com, 02/01/2024.
https://executivegov.com/articles/federal-supply-chain-security-standards-practices-what-companies-need-to-know/

#protectionservices #securitystandards #safeandsecure #supplychain #fraud #threats 

 

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Security Standards Must Be Established to Cover Access, Data, & Physical Security

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

When protecting a site it is important to set clear perimeter security standards in order to assess and mitigate any potential threats or risks effectively. A set of security policies need to be established to cover key areas such as access control, data protection, physical security, and incident response.

 

BENEFITS 

  1. Protects Assets and Information
    Corporations deal with valuable assets, sensitive information, and proprietary data. Security standards help safeguard these assets from theft, unauthorized access, and other threats.
  2. Mitigates Risks and Threats
    By implementing proactive measures, corporations can mitigate the impact of security incidents and reduce the likelihood of property crime, theft, and cyberattacks.
  3. Stay Compliant with Regulations
    Many industries are subject to strict security regulations and compliance requirements. Security standards can help you meet these obligations to avoid legal consequences and fines.
  4. Protects Reputation
    Adhering to security standards demonstrates a commitment to protecting customer trust and can help reduce the negative impact of potential security incidents on brand reputation.
  5. Ensures Business Continuity
    By identifying and addressing potential vulnerabilities, corporations can minimize the risk of disruptions and maintain continuity even in the face of unexpected events or crises.
  6. Prevents Financial Loss
    Security standards help prevent financial losses by proactively addressing vulnerabilities and minimizing the impact of security incidents.
  7. Enhances Employee Productivity
    Security standards provide guidelines and measures that create a secure workplace, reducing distractions and concerns related to security threats.
  8. Facilitating Partnerships and Collaborations
    Having established security standards can be a prerequisite for partnerships, as it ensures that all parties involved adhere to a common level of security practices.

 

SOURCE: 

“Perimeter Security Standards for MultiSite Businesses.” Security Today, 03/06/2024.
https://securitytoday.com/Articles/2024/03/01/Perimeter-Security-Standards-for-MultiSite-Businesses.aspx

#protectionservices #securitystandards #safeandsecure 

 

Security Officers must have a variety of hard skills, most critically managing customer issues.

Security Officers must have a variety of hard skills, most critically managing customer issues.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

” Above all else, it is critical that our security team at NEXGEN Protection Services are held to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. Our officers adhere to the highest moral principles in the performance of my security duties. To be faithful, diligent, and dependable in discharging their duties, and to uphold at all times the laws, policies, and procedures that protect the rights of others. “

SOURCE: 

Grow, Denida Zinxhiria “The Importance of Emotional Control in the Workplace – A Guide for Executive Protection Operatives.” Circuit-Magazine.com, sourced 3/29/2024 online.

The Importance of Emotional Control in the Workplace

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