Is your car dealership actually secure?
Car dealerships face a wide range of threats when it comes to protecting their premises.
Property damage, vehicle theft, staff intimidation, targeted or random vandalism; these are just a handful of the potential incidents a car dealership owner has to think about regularly. To significantly reduce the amount of thinking time, it's imperative a reliable and effective security system is in place.
What does this look like? Well, that is likely to vary depending on a number of factors, such as the size of the business. Fortunately, for every threat, there is a security solution – from key cabinets and access control systems to CCTV and intruder alarms – car dealerships have never had so much choice. So, just how secure is your dealership?
5 ways to analyze the security of your car dealership
- How often are keys going missing?
Misplaced keys may not sound like the biggest of security concerns. But when you consider just how valuable a car dealership's assets are – and the fact keys play a huge role in keeping them locked and secure – maybe it should be the biggest. Electronic key cabinets, first and foremost, do an incredible job of storing multiple sets of keys safely. On top of this, the latest built-in technology provides managers with an invaluable way to track usage. - Do you have a dealer plate management solution in place?
The customer's raring to go, you've got the keys in hand, now where's that dealer plate gone? Managing dealer plates can be as stressful as managing a fleet of cars. The KEYper Dealer Plate Extension Cabinet removes all that hassle, making locating plates for test drives as smooth as the drive itself. - Are your premises secure?
Cars attract thieves like flames do moths. CCTV systems and security guards are excellent deterrents, as are intruder alarms. KEYper has partnered with iDter in offering MX customers its total intrusion deterrence and monitoring solution, Niō. The second a trespasser sets foot unlawfully, this state-of-the-art security camera system will activate a range of deterrents, including flood lights, red and blue strobes, piercing sirens, and audio communications. - Have your staff been given security awareness training?
Implementing the very best security system is all good and well, but if your staff aren't provided with the training to go alongside it then it may not be operating to its full potential. Regular courses will help ensure security becomes second nature to employees within your organization. - Have you done a security audit checklist?
Working out which security system, or systems, would be best for your business can be a daunting task. At KEYper, we recommend completing a security audit checklist – these can be downloaded online – before parting with any money. This will highlight vulnerabilities, and ensure your focus is on the right areas.
What are the main security solution requirements for a car dealership?
Is my car dealership secure, is a question all car dealership owners should be asking; not just once, but at regular points throughout the year. Security threats evolve and adapt, so, too, must organizations' response to them. No business is immune to the risk of crime, which can happen at any time, and hit any part of a company. Both new and used cars are high-valuable assets, making them alluring targets for would-be criminals.
Thankfully, there are a variety of measures that can be put in place to deter thieves and vandals. KEYper's iDter Security Camera Niō uses intelligent guardian nodes that, upon detecting intruders, activates an array of deterrence features while offering instant notification, visibility and control through a mobile app. Key management is another aspect of car dealership security that can't be overlooked either. Mechanical key control systems are a great place to start. As for organizations looking for an advanced level of tracking, our electronic cabinets are the epitome of key security.
How long should I wait?
Do not wait until your car dealership becomes a target. Too many businesses are reactive in their approach to security; the key is to be proactive. After some advice? Speak to our team today. We're renowned for industry-leading customer service and support, and would like nothing more than to take your car dealership's security to the next level.