The short answer to the question, "Is it possible to prevent crime with video surveillance," is yes. While of course, the components cannot physically stop a burglar, thief, trespasser, or vandal, they can deter them from acting out. It is...

Firstly, let's start off by saying that burglars do not stick to a strict schedule. They do not have typical 9 am to 5 pm jobs, nor do they only work under cover of darkness at night. Whenever an opportunity arises, that is usually when the...

Access control is really a very simple idea:  if you don’t want anyone and everyone entering a building, you need to have some device on the doors and windows that will stop everyone from getting in.  Every deadbolt and even the most...

Warehouses play a vital role in society today. Various companies, including those right here in Laredo, use them to store products, equipment, and more. These buildings have thick concrete walls and sturdy, robust doors to keep the items safe. Some...

People that decide to go into business for themselves have a bunch of industries to choose between. On many occasions, individuals elect to open retail stores or outlets. Why? Well, if Laredo proprietors appeal to the correct audience and offer the...

A lot can happen in a workplace.  Customers and clients can steal things big and small, employees can take advantage of their employer’s trust and take money out of the till, angry visitors can make a scene and threaten to sue, and...

A robust security system is important for all kinds of businesses, schools, and other institutions.  Security is one of our basic needs as people, and without it we can become stressed, paranoid, and too preoccupied to deal with other important...

Every industry has to worry about fraud and theft, but retail stores, in particular, have to deal with a lot of risk.  Sometimes there’s no telling which customers will walk out the door with something under their shirt or an extra item...

Surveillance cameras are a useful part of any company’s security system, and almost every business with a physical location can benefit from installing at least one.  A camera gives you an extra set of eyes, plus a video recording can be...

No matter what kind of industry you’re in or what sort of building you work in, you have assets that are worth protecting.  They could be secret recipes and expensive kitchen equipment, piles of goods and dozens of shelves, rows of...

High-tech fields like phones, computers, and software design are always advancing quickly.  15 years ago were exceptions rather than the rule, computers were much slower, and VR technology was still a mistake of the past rather than a wave of...

When it comes to video cameras and the images and footages from them, you want to make sure to have the highest definition and level of clarity possible. The cameras job is to monitor the property, deter crime, and capture video footage. If that...

Many people already know about CCTV cameras − even if they haven't had any experience with them at all. They are made mention of in movies, and they are probably used at many businesses that you frequent.  While they may be a popular...

Every business or commercial property can benefit from having the right security system in place for different reasons. When you take the steps to protect your business, you are also protecting your employees, your assets, and your investment as...

Firstly, let's start by saying that there is no specific date, time, or place that dictates when a burglary or auto theft will occur. In many cases, these incidents are merely crimes of opportunity. So, if the opportunity presents itself...