What should you look for in a physical security system?

Business owners around the world face security threats almost every single day.

Burglary, theft, trespassing, vandalism, hacking. Stringent security strategies in order to keep customers, employees, assets and data safe should be at the cornerstone of any organization. And while the need for cyber security becomes ever more essential as we dive deeper into the 21st Century, it should never be at the expense of physical security systems. Physical security measures, in their simplest form, are designed to protect people, buildings and assets by keeping unwanted people out while providing access to authorized individuals. Without these physical security systems in place – CCTV, security guard, locks, alarms, access control systems – a business is left wide open to criminal activity.

5 benefits of physical security systems  

1. Very clear access footprint
   There are numerous reasons why an individual may want to gain access to a business. Being able to monitor who accesses certain areas of a site ensures you, or your security team, are able to act promptly if suspicious activity is suspected. Access control systems go a step further by giving users the power to restrict unauthorized access to a building or room, while tracking the movement of people or items around the business. 
2. Visual deterrent
   Using visual deterrents for crime prevention has been a tried and tested, not to mention, highly effective security method for decades. If a potential intruder arrives at a business and sees an army of security personnel, or a swarm of security cameras, then there's a very good chance they’ll be making a sharp U-turn. 
3. Offers a sense of security
   When surveillance cameras, access control systems and alarms are positioned throughout a business, it gives staff and customers an overwhelming sense of security. Providing these reassurances means employees can work safely, and with peace of mind, while customers will feel far more trusting in the service they are receiving. 
4. Systems that are physically ‘solid’
   One of the biggest advantages of physical security deterrents is their solid nature. On top of being difficult to break or breach, if a camera, lock or barrier breaks, then it won't be long before the issue is spotted. And as long as that specific security measure has been installed or implemented by a reputable firm then a quick fix shouldn't be a problem. 
5. Insurance
   Having a robust physical security system not only reduces your exposure to risk, it will most likely reduce your insurance premiums, too. On top of this, if your business does suffer a security breach, the measures you have in place may help settle any potential lawsuits brought by a member of staff or customer from the subsequent investigation.

Which industries benefit from physical security systems?

It is impossible to overstate the importance of a comprehensive physical security system for any business. That being said, there are certain organizations where that need will inevitably be greater. The automotive industry undoubtedly falls into this category. From car dealerships to auto repair shops, high value assets pass through these businesses on a daily basis making security an indispensable priority. Keeping track of each vehicle can feel like a full-time job in itself at some companies, with manual systems carrying the unwelcome combination of unreliability and being incredibly stressful.

KEYper Mechanical Key and Asset Control systems, along with our Electronic Key and Asset Control systems, give businesses the ability to control and track access to every key in their inventory. Not only do they help provide the highest possible level of accountability and security when it comes to those costly assets, they are also a fundamental access control solution, offering a cost effective way of limiting access to sensitive areas. This method of security also plays an indispensable role within government agencies and educational premises where strictly controlled access is vital for creating safe and secure environments. 

How KEYper Systems can help with your physical security set-up

Through innovative key and asset management systems, KEYper Systems can add an all-important extra layer of security to the day-to-day operations of any business. We offer a range of affordable security methods from mechanical boards to state-of-the-art electronic cabinets, and have been the key management standard across the country now for three decades. If you would like to see how our systems could work within your business, please feel free to book a live demonstration.