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.
Allied Universal’s acquisition of Unified Command supports technology-enabled corporate strategy
Industry News

Allied Universal’s acquisition of Unified Command supports technology-enabled corporate strategy

Dec. 18, 2024
Members of Unified Command’s team will join the Allied Universal management team, including founder and CEO Chad Ladov.
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At least three people, including the suspect, were killed Monday in a shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin.
School Security

Christian school shooting leaves at least 3 dead in Madison, Wis.

Dec. 16, 2024
Officers responded around 10:57 a.m. local time at Abundant Life Christian School, a private K-12 school in the city with roughly 335 students.
By integrating thermal AI cameras alongside visible AI cameras into site designs, integrators can develop comprehensive, customized solutions that address the specific challenges of each location.
Night-Vision, Thermal & Infrared Cameras

Solutions for dark and distant areas: Extending the reach of remote video guarding

Dec. 13, 2024
Explore how thermal AI cameras complement visible AI cameras to overcome distance and lighting challenges, providing comprehensive and cost-effective remote video guarding solutions...
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.
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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.