Protective Operations & Guard Services

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Protective Operations & Guard Services category is a collection of news, product/service listings and other resources for those who manage in-house guard programs or contract with third-party providers. It covers a wide range of technology, equipment and other services provided for or by security officers.
Fast-food operator enhances safety, cuts security costs with Interface Systems’ Virtual Guard
Retail

Fast-food operator enhances safety, cuts security costs with Interface Systems’ Virtual Guard

Dec. 12, 2024
Madan-Russo Organization saves up to $12,000 monthly while creating a safer environment for employees and customers.
Everon
Security robots are here, and their presence will continue to grow as end users face guard staffing shortfalls and the requirement to expand the activities and performance of security operations to help protect the organization from known and emerging threats.
Robotics

The Impact of Robots on Security

Dec. 9, 2024
The integration of robot technology into security functions is here to stay.
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The FBI and NYPD say all active shooter incidents are over in eight minutes, and 85% are over in less than four minutes.
Security Executives

Guns at Work: Great Idea? Or Lethal Liability Exposure?

Dec. 9, 2024
This guy works for you: “Management is thick-witted about the dangers of an active shooter in my workplace. So, I brought a gun to work. It’s in my desk drawer. I ...
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Protective Operations & Guard Services

Prosegur recognized by Financial Times as a Diversity Leader in the private security sector

Dec. 5, 2024
This recognition highlights Prosegur's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and supporting a diverse workforce across its global operations.
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The healthcare industry is reeling after the attack and murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City on Wednesday.
Healthcare

Targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO raises executive protection questions

Dec. 5, 2024
Healthcare industry reels from Wednesday's attack and murder of Brian Thompson in New York City.
Securitas’ data center training program accredited by HISPI
Protective Operations & Guard Services

Securitas’ data center training program accredited by HISPI

Dec. 3, 2024
Securitas launched the program in February 2024 to train over 10,000 officers globally to become Certified Data Center Security Professionals.
Arrow Security adds three industry leaders to its executive roster
Integrators

Arrow Security adds three industry leaders to its executive roster

Appointees include James A. Bernier, CPP, as Senior Vice President of New England; Joseph Kincaid as Vice President and Portfolio Manager; and Craig Nixon as a member of the Board...
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Industry News

Allied Universal introduces Workforce Solution Services business unit

Nov. 13, 2024
Workforce Solution Services provides a wide range of premium staffing solutions to companies nationwide across diverse industries.
Securitas partners with K9s United to support law enforcement canines
Protective Operations & Guard Services

Securitas partners with K9s United to support law enforcement canines

Nov. 12, 2024
As part of this collaboration, Securitas Technology has made a significant charitable contribution to bolster K9s United’s mission.
Darren Claphan, Chief Strategy Officer (L); Craig Schwab, Chief Operating Officer (R)
Protective Operations & Guard Services

Arrow Security appoints industry leaders from Madison Square Garden and BlackRock

In the next several weeks, Arrow Security will be announcing additional appointments to key leadership and advisory positions.
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In these unprecedented times, is your business prepared to deal with the changing landscape of potential crises where business owners may need to contend with increasingly volatile situations due to social unrest?
Security Executives

How the private sector is preparing to respond to civil unrest in U.S.

Oct. 31, 2024
Security directors question whether risk protocols established a decade ago are adequate for today's threat environment.