The journey to achieve a comprehensive, company-wide security solution is ever-changing, and in today's dynamic landscape, adopting a holistic approach is essential. In this article, we’ll explore the powerful collaboration between technology-driven monitoring solutions and agile, on-site security guard services. When combined, they create a robust hybrid security model designed to address the evolving challenges faced by businesses nationwide.
In the realm of security, a one-size-fits-all approach is impractical. Security solutions tailored to one company might not work for the next, as they can be as varied as the businesses that employ them. The hybrid security model integrates cutting-edge technology and physical security guards, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The model is comparable to a security roadway, with companies like Deploy Surveillance and Secyre serving as essential patches and bridges, filling gaps, and enhancing communication and resources.
Companies like Secyre act as the bridge between clients and professional security guard services. Through a user-friendly mobile app, clients can summon security guards with a simple push of a button.
Having a professionally licensed, insured, and trained security officer present during an uneasy or suspicious moment remains invaluable. A physical guard on-site can:
Secyre seamlessly integrates with monitoring services like Deploy Surveillance. When an event, such as a boundary breach, is detected by technology monitoring, Secyre's app is instantly notified. Following pre-determined dispatch protocols, security guards are summoned to the location to investigate and respond.
For instance, a mobile surveillance trailer on a client's site gets triggered by an individual passing into a restricted virtual boundary. The client, prior to deploying the unit, set up a dispatch protocol that says any time someone violates the digital boundary and walks into the restricted space on-site, a security guard should be dispatched to the location.
Clients receive unique QR codes for each location, which can be, for example, printed and affixed to office walls, empowering them to swiftly summon security guards directly from a mobile device whenever needed. Whether responding to uneasy situations, addressing suspicious activities not captured by digital monitoring, or simply desiring an extra layer of security, clients have a direct line to professional security assistance. Each time a guard is summoned on-site, a ‘response credit’ is consumed. These credits can be purchased at anytime and carried over from month to month, providing clients with more control over their security needs.
Companies like Deploy Surveillance provide state-of-the-art, solar-powered, mobile surveillance trailers equipped with thermal and HD PTZ cameras with built-in AI analytics. These units serve as the technological backbone of the hybrid model, offering capabilities beyond traditional security measures.
Deploy Surveillance seamlessly integrates with physical security guards. In scenarios where a security trailer detects an event, immediate notifications are sent to on-site guards for a swift response, creating a cohesive and collaborative security strategy. The technology aspect of a hybrid model shouldn't be seen as a replacement for full or part-time guards on foot but rather as an enhancement to their abilities, working in tandem to deter trespassers in ways that simple security camera monitoring and loudspeakers cannot.
Security guards are bound by physical limitations, and this is where mobile surveillance units shine. They overcome blind spots, providing clear advantages in night time visibility, 24/7 monitoring, and detailed event recall through archived HD video footage. They serve as a literal "eye in the sky," a perspective unattainable by a guard on the ground.
Dan Prady, Founder of Deploy Surveillance, states, “Ensuring peace of mind, our surveillance solutions keep their site under constant watch, recording and documenting all events on their property. It's about risk mitigation, tailored to the unique needs of each site."
Deploying a mobile surveillance unit presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional security guards. Unlike guards, whose costs accumulate with hourly wages, breaks, and potential overtime pay, mobile surveillance trailers offer a fixed monthly rate.
SOLUTION: Existing guard contracts can be complemented with cloud-based monitoring, thereby reducing costs, increasing visibility/coverage, and enhancing overall security.
We work with you. For example, if a client already has a security guard company on contract, they can easily be added to the Secyre app and linked to the Deploy Surveillance monitoring center so that the guard company would receive all notifications from the surveillance system(events triggered, dispatch protocols, etc.).
SOLUTION: Clients with monitoring solutions can introduce physical guards for added peace of mind and efficient handling of situations.
Sometimes the talk down from a loudspeaker on the trailer isn't enough. If the intruder isn't scared away by that, they likely will be by a guard.
SOLUTION: A comprehensive evaluation helps determine if a hybrid model is suitable, offering flexibility for future adjustments. In this case, we would work extensively with the client to determine if their specific situation would call for a hybrid model, or if only one arm of the model is sufficient.
SOLUTION: Clients with both existing guards and monitoring services could potentially still benefit from improved customer service, cost-saving opportunities, and quality upgrades. Speak with a Deploy Surveillance representative today to find out how your existing hybrid security solution can be upgraded.
While it may be tempting to cut costs by outsourcing or independently assembling each component of the hybrid security model, the complexities involved in coordinating different services, technologies, and operational aspects can often be too overwhelming to overcome. These are challenges that experienced companies have already faced and thoroughly troubleshooted, or, if not, possess the resources, budget, and expertise to resolve on your behalf. Recognizing these challenges is crucial to understanding why a bundled approach from a single provider or a strategic partnership, such as the collaboration between Secyre and Deploy Surveillance, is the right choice.
Over the past 3-4 years, the security guard industry has witnessed significant changes. Labor shortages, coupled with the rising costs of services due to factors like minimum wage increases, fuel prices, and insurance expenses, have made traditional security labor an increasingly expensive resource if not managed properly.
Jesse Firth, CEO of Secyre, emphasizes the preference for using an experienced provider, stating, “I would tell anyone to go hire their own security services and manage the process before trying what we have to offer. The expense, plus the coordination efforts and time used will bring customers back for a more versatile solution. I think most businesses would pay for security if it was available ‘a la carte.’”
Integrating various components, such as trailer build/maintenance, battery/power management, VMS platform connectivity, managing camera feeds, setting proper boundaries, and more, requires in-depth knowledge and expertise in mobile surveillance technology.
Building and maintaining a DIY solution involves substantial overhead costs, from employee training to unit relocation.
The hybrid security model's strength lies in its flexibility and customization. It caters to unique client needs, seamlessly adapting to fill gaps in security coverage. The model's fluidity ensures it evolves alongside changing security requirements, providing clients with the most effective and cohesive strategy.
In an era where security demands constant vigilance, the Deploy Surveillance and Secyre hybrid security model is the ideal combination of adaptability and effectiveness. By seamlessly integrating technology and on-demand guard services, this model ensures no blind spots in security coverage. Clients can trust that their journey toward the most optimal and comprehensive security coverage is not only supported but also elevated through innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs.
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Deploy Surveillance offers self-sufficient, solar-powered mobile surveillance units for cloud-based monitoring, uniquely tailored to meet the security needs of any setting. All trailers and camera units are proudly made entirely in the U.S.A. and are government compliant. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company has clients nationwide. For more information or to request a custom quote, visit https://www.deploysurveillance.com.
