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17th April 2024 Issue no. 701
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"Where will your supply chain's next risk come from?"
Last year saw an increase of 40% in lorry and cargo theft in the UK. There are about 450 000 lorries on the UK roads and less than 2000 secure truck parking spaces in the UK. Fuel theft continues to be an issue and it is still on the increase. Integrated security solutions and integrated advanced technology in intrusion detection, electronic access control, video surveillance and perimeter protection connected into their IT networks are the only way to ensure 100% security for businesses in the current climate.
1. Avoid the 'short-term' mentality approach to safety and security With most companies under financial pressure to reduce costs, quick fix solutions to some of the problems previously outlined are often implemented. Sadly, looking for short-term revention rarely provides the appropriate level of effective protection. Organisations should take a long-term strategic approach and think about the overall life safety picture for their businesses.
2. Make systems talk: Integrated systems can enhance levels of protection_The days of disparate safety and security technologies are drawing to a close. Enhanced levels of protection and cost efficiencies are two of the key drivers the argument for integrated technologies. The four main life safety and security systems (fire, CCTV , access control and intruder) should be intelligently integrated to provide a more comprehensive and cost-effective solution where duplication of hardware and cables can be avoided.
3. Consider centralised control and monitoring Many companies within the transport and logistics industry have become frustrated with the speed at which decisions are made when purchasing security equipment. Hence, they have decided to source their own video surveillance and access control solutions. As a consequence, many organisations have disparate systems with no centralised service, support or knowledge. This creates two main issues:-
Incompatible video surveillance systems leading to reduced integration possibilities -Complexity and delays for police and security departments dealing with CCTV footage whilst investigating an incident.
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