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Security Company Checklist: A 2023 guide on what to look for

According to recent statistics, crime in the UK is costing individuals and businesses almost £100 billion each and every single year.

What to look for in a security company

From assaults to burglaries and vandalism, criminal offences are not only costing the country financially but are also, impacting people physically and psychologically. Looking forward to 2023, we all want to live a safer life, right? 

A great place to start is getting in touch with a professional security company and working with them to improve your business’s security strategy. But with so many security companies out there, knowing which one to work with can be quite overwhelming. Ultimately though, you need to work with a company that suits the needs of your business and is able to confidently deal with any potential threats that might arise.

Our experts at Stonewall Security have put together this handy checklist, to help you know what to look for when choosing a security company.

Qualifications

The best security firms are those that are licenced by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), the main regulating body for the UK’s private security industry. If you’re looking for a security company that is dedicated to providing nothing but a high-quality service, then look for an SIA-licenced firm, like Stonewall Security. 

Highly-trained security professionals

In addition to attaining an SIA licence, it’s important that the security officers are all highly-trained professionals – and whatsmore, be provided with ongoing training as their career develops. After all, you might be relying on these security officers to protect your business and keep the premises, as well as staff, safe – making it essential for them to be ready to react to crime and face potential offenders whenever required.

Experience 

What comes with experience is industry knowledge and expertise, so it’s worth considering how long the company has been around. An experienced security firm will also have the relevant skills to be able to advise and guide you when making decisions.

Bespoke security packages

You want to be working with a security company that recognises that no two businesses are the same, and therefore is able to deliver bespoke security solutions. After all, each business is its own size, and comes with its own requirements and goals, making it essential for a security company to create tailored security solutions built around each client.

Flexibility

The security needs of any business are constantly evolving, making it fundamental for a firm to be easily adaptable. That could be a security firm supporting your business with any additional security services when required and/or at the last minute.

Friendly and approachable customer service

While professionalism and expertise are always a priority, it’s vital that a security company doesn’t compromise their customer service. Trust and honesty are both essential, and you need to feel you can confidently and comfortably approach the security firm and discuss any issues, requirements or concerns you might have. The best way to gauge this is by simply picking up the phone and giving the security company a call. 

Our friendly team of professionals at Stonewall Security are available to support you 24/7, 365 days a year. So if you want to discuss your security strategy for 2023, give us a call and together, we can ensure your business is fully-protected.

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