Theft Prevention

With criminal activity on the rise, a traditional & reactive approach to security is no longer an effective method to keep properties and assets safe. Even with video surveillance, many businesses learn of crimes that are committed long after the suspects have fled. How can proactive security benefit businesses and stop criminals in their tracks?

With the rising prices of crucial materials like copper wire, thieves continue to seek out opportunities to strike at critical energized sites. Hydro substation theft in particular continues to be a major issue across Canada, and an ongoing threat to infrastructure, businesses, and individuals.

We live in a world that never sleeps. Many businesses, from construction sites to distribution centres & manufacturing facilities, operate on a 24/7 hour schedule that requires people who will work the long hours of the night when the rest of the population is asleep, also known as Third Shift Workers. Third shift workers are an essential part of keeping businesses of all kinds running, and we most definitely owe them a debt of gratitude for their tireless work.

Distribution centres, warehouses, and cargo trailers are a critical part of the supply chain across Canada and around the globe. Supply chains are logistically complex, with many moving parts and people working as part of the distribution process. Inventory stored within these properties and in cargo containers are often expensive and difficult to replace – the theft of which can create major setbacks that affect other parts of the supply chain.

Through the first quarter of 2023, construction site theft continues to be a progressing issue for builders of all kinds, as evidenced by recent reports of theft across the country. These thefts can range from large machinery to smaller hand tools, & even materials needed for the overall construction project. What can be done to mitigate the risk?

Our modern world has become more and more dependent on Internet connections – whether they be wireless or hardwired; businesses of all kinds rely on these connections for a multitude of purposes. The security industry utilizes Internet connections in a variety of ways – and wireless connections are becoming even more crucial to the success of businesses who are looking for modern security solutions that are dependable and adaptable.

Automobile theft has been on the rise over the last several years – many commercial properties have been left vulnerable as thieves continue to seek out vehicles to sell overseas or on the black market. How can we prevent auto theft and keep high value inventory secure?

April 1st marked the beginning of Earth Month, a time to raise environmental awareness around the issues that affect Mother Nature, while also reflecting on how those environmental factors affect people and businesses. How do we acknowledge & protect nature, whilst meeting the needs of our clients?

Innovation & ‘pushing the envelope’ are essential for economic progress, especially when it comes to technology & security. In recent years, businesses have been utilizing rapidly advancing technology to provide a more comfortable working environment for their workforce, improve their business operations, and protect their interests. What technologies have been deployed that benefit businesses, and how are they being used?

Break & entry, material, tool & equipment, and inventory thefts have all been on the rise at businesses across the country in early 2023. What is the best approach to mitigating damage & theft? Can anything be done to prevent it from happening to your business?