For many employees in public-facing roles, including security work and caregiving, the thought of working alone can be daunting. Without the support of colleagues, it can be easy to feel isolated and alone. However, with the right planning and communication, business managers and supervisors can put their employee's minds at ease and help them to feel comfortable working independently.

In scenarios where instant, group voice communication is required, nothing beats push-to-talk. Whether you are a security officer keeping in touch during an incident, or a retail assistant coordinating with a busy stock room, push-to-talk ensures you’re only a button press away from contact. There is an unparalleled selection of devices that offer push-to-talk communication.

Providing a secure environment is essential in every school to support effective learning and keep staff and pupils from harm. In recent years, the topic of how to improve school security systems has become a central issue due to rising crime statistics.

As the world becomes increasingly connected, businesses must be aware of the evolving threats to their physical and online security. Traditional security measures, such as locks and alarms, are no longer enough to deter sophisticated criminals. Instead, businesses should take a holistic approach to security, incorporating biometric authentication, perimeter intrusion detection, and body worn cameras into their security protocols.

Retail premises being open to the public creates security risks to staff and customers. According to the British Retail Consortium, retail crime was up by 7% in 2020. To protect themselves and their customers against these incidents, many retailers are considering new strategies for deterring and preventing crime.

CCTV has been widely adopted in many sectors as a practical, effective, and cost-efficient security solution. CCTV cameras are not only a practical part of security systems in warehouses or commercial facilities, however, but also in educational venues. In this article we discuss the advantages of CCTV in schools.