In his first blog for Infologue.com,  James Bagguley, technical services director and co-owner at Amulet, details the benefits and phases of command centre design consultation and implementation. Maintaining total visibility of any estate can be a challenge. Many of us have an image in our head of a command centre or control room, built up from different encounters as civilians and security professionals: Wandering into a corner shop and looking up to see ourselves in the CCTV monitors, spotting a camera in the corner of the bank, or seeing the high-tech, high-concept monitoring gall...

In her first editorial for Infologue.com, Sharon McLaren, Quality and Compliance manager at Corps Security discusses how the 3 S’s security, sustainability and social value should be strongly intertwined to strengthen operational partnerships and business cases.As the UK aims to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, we need entire supply chains to work together to deliver environmentally responsible solutions that address climate concerns and CO2 reduction.A collaborative approach between client companies and security partners needs to underpin every step of their partnership. That re...

In his first blog for Infologue, Jason Grant, Managing Director of CR2 Security Group out of Westbury, discusses the dangers for security businesses operating within the UK's night-time economy.The UK’s night-time economy, which includes bars, clubs, and live entertainment venues, is a vital part of the nation’s culture and economy, generating billions of pounds annually to the UK economy.It’s also a sector that requires robust security to ensure the safety of its patrons and staff, but unfortunately, this just isn’t the case. Many security companies operating in the UK’s ni...

Ashley Bancroft, a founding Partner of H&Hendricks LLP, discusses how to maximise business value in uncertain times and ensure you keep more of what you make when planning your exit.With the 20th annual Infologue Top 100 Security Companies by Revenue due to be published this week, the question whether bigger really does mean better will once again be subject for debate. Rivalry remains fierce across the security industry and the annual rankings are the quickest way to gauge how well you’re performing against your peers.If you have read my previous articles on this topic Is Bi...

In her first blog for Infologue, Magda Jablonska El-Aasar, HR Director at Corps Security, looks at the ongoing security issues caused by riots and protests in the UK and the impact this can have on the industry.In the past few months, riots, protests and counter-protests across the UK have led to violent clashes and civil unrest, leaving many scared to visit hotspot areas. The current terror-level threat is substantial, and the fear many civilians feel is often amplified for security officers.Security officers are more than just friendly faces greeting office workers. Often, they are t...

In his first blog for Infologue, Ian Leeding, Managing Director of Samsic UK, looks at why it was important for the cleaning and security provider to become more people-centric for the business to move forward, and how it created a ‘family’ atmosphere that inspires people not only to stay but to do their very best.Like many industries, ours is still feeling the reverberations of COVID-19 and Brexit which have certainly tightened the talent pool, making it harder to find the right people. Recruitment and skills shortages have therefore been a challenge.Samsic’s culture had been su...

In his first blog for Infologue.com, Trojan Security Managing Director, Ivan Mariacher, discusses the importance of integrating spectator safety into SIA door supervisor and close protection training and how best to approach this change. In the UK, the roles of security professionals are multifaceted and demanding, requiring a diverse skill set to effectively manage safety in various environments. Among these roles, SIA Door Supervisors and Close Protection Officers are crucial in ensuring the security and well-being of individuals and crowds. Traditionally, security personnel have had to...

In light of recent reporting about decreasing perceptions of safety on public transport in the UK, Amulet Security Managing Director, Kieran Mackie, discusses the impact that the introduction of TSEOs has had on night buses in Manchester. For many, buses are a reliable daytime form of public transport that lets them get from A to B – whether that be to the office, school, or anywhere else. However, nighttime commuters can be met with rowdier crowds, leaving pubs, clubs and other events.Nighttime travel makes possible threats loom larger – it’s harder to see, and rural destin...

Simon Alderson, First Response Group CEO, discusses the importance of protection critical infrastructure as well as recommendations and advised methodology on how to do so.Criminal activity involving UK infrastructure can have serious national implications, placing a crucial emphasis on rigorous monitoring and security every minute of the year.Facilities which are categorised as being ‘critical national infrastructure’ (CNI) are those whose loss of function have far-reaching consequences, being essential for the continuous smooth functioning of society. These include, for example, ...

In his first blog for Infologue.com, Ben Draper, Chief Operating Officer of Ward Security, discusses the importance of prioritising experience within the security sector, for both customers and employees.To remain relevant and compete in today’s ever-changing world, experience must be top of mind for every person in your business. From management to marketing, from front-line to back-office, everyone needs to be invested to deliver a great experience. And this is especially important in our sector, with large and diverse workforces, many of whom are working within our clients’ business...