Don’t Leave Your Business Vulnerable to These 3 Dangers
Building Access Control & Other Security Measures Protect Your Company from Loss
Keeping your company profitable in this day and age is quite an accomplishment! New Orleans-area business owners have been thrown for a loop the last several years, having been forced to adapt to a new normal amidst wild news cycles, world events, and an ever-evolving customer base.
One evergreen aspect of owning a business that remains and will always be present is security. Keep reading our blog below to discover how building access control and other commercial safety measures can protect your Louisiana business from three expected and not-so-expected dangers.
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1. Vandalism
Whether your NOLA office is on a busy street or in a remote part of town, vandalism is a common concern. Luckily, there are several access control considerations you can add to the exterior of your building and entryway to protect and respond to this frequent issue. Surveillance cameras allow business owners to see who vandalized their property while gathering valuable information, such as the day and time of the incident. This information is essential if you plan to pursue action with law enforcement agencies.
Surveillance cameras also serve as a deterrent to crimes because potential burglars and vandals see them and know there’s a higher likelihood that they'll be pursued. Criminals often seek easy targets, so the mere presence of this security component can make them think twice and leave before vandalizing your property.
2. Internal Theft
According to Willis North America, 90% of significant business theft comes from employees. That number is staggering, considering the amount of time, energy, and care business owners and managers put into training and taking care of their employees. Add protection to the interior of your business with a combination of surveillance cameras and building access control measures. Keypads, biometric scanners, and smartphone access control apps are available that protect your entries, warehouses, staff-only areas, storage rooms, and data closets.
Managers can manage employee access using an intuitive online interface, adding and removing staff members’ access with just a few clicks. Pair this robust control with surveillance camera footage, and you’ll have a pulse on what is happening in your business and be able to target internal theft issues better than ever before.
3. Fire & Water Damage
In 2019, US fire departments were called to extinguish a building fire nearly every minute, and water-related damages cost American insurance companies over $2 billion each and every year. Adding smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and water leak detectors to your business can save you hundreds - if not thousands - of dollars in the case of a fire or water-related incident. These components easily integrate with your security and access control system, ensuring you’re immediately notified if a leak is detected and the appropriate emergency response team can respond.
Your Commercial Security Partner
Whether you run a small office or a bustling restaurant, your business needs security. Let Campo Better Living lead you through the process of determining your security needs, designing a system unique to your company, and installing every detail with maximum performance and quality in mind. Connect with our team here to start a conversation!
