Securing your business with Precision FM’s expertise

While facilities management is often most associated with services to keep your facility clean and well-maintained, security is also an essential service your FM provider might offer.

The need for comprehensive security measures has become more pronounced as the market adapts to contemporary challenges such as hybrid working models. At Precision FM, we know that a complete FM solution is incomplete without incorporating state-of-the-art security services.

Security is an essential FM service

The transition to hybrid work models marks a significant departure from traditional office practices, and this has a profound effect on security requirements. In the past, the stability of a fixed workforce offered a level of predictability. This allowed for a straightforward security regimen, making it easier for in-house staff or rudimentary security systems to manage access control, surveillance, and incident response.

Now, with employees splitting time between home and the office, different individuals could be present on any given day. The schedule for deliveries, visitors, and even contractors also becomes variable, complicating the task of ensuring a secure environment. This irregularity can create security loopholes that could be exploited by potential intruders.

Outsourcing security services to FM professionals is becoming the go-to option because of the expertise that these teams bring to their clients. Not only is the burden on building managers alleviated, but a level of expertise and equipment arrives that might not otherwise be affordable or manageable.

Tailored security meets your needs

Precision FM offers an extensive range of security services, designed to comprehensively address the diverse and evolving security needs of modern businesses. Our keyholding service takes the cumbersome task of key management off your internal staff’s plate. This ensures that only trained professionals have access to sensitive areas, mitigating the risk of internal security breaches or accidental loss of keys.

We also provide 24-hour CCTV remote handling, offering continuous, round-the-clock surveillance of your premises, facilitated by state-of-the-art technology and overseen by experienced professionals. Continuous monitoring serves to immediately identify and respond to any suspicious activities, elevating the level of security and offering peace of mind for business owners and managers alike.

Our on-site mobile patrols not only act as a visual deterrent against would-be intruders but also perform periodic checks to identify any vulnerabilities or irregularities. This proactive approach allows for immediate action to be taken, whether it’s reinforcing a weak point in the facility’s perimeter or identifying a risk before it becomes a crisis.

Businesses should also consider a 24-hour remote monitoring control service, which acts as the nerve centre of your security framework, continuously monitoring various data points and security systems, acting as an early warning system, allowing for immediate corrective action.

Our security solutions are customisable to meet each organisation’s unique risks and vulnerabilities. This flexible approach optimises efficiency and offers a cost-effective way to protect your assets. With tailored services, businesses can focus more on growth and long-term objectives.

Essential strategies for enhancing security

You can complement the services of an outsourced security expert through internal best practices such as maintaining a clean, orderly workspace to deter potential intruders. Effective lighting, particularly in high-risk areas, discourages criminal activities and should be a priority. Using locks that meet British Standards further fortifies points of entry.

Advanced measures like smoke-generating devices can also be employed, disorienting intruders and acting as a psychological deterrent. Combining these practices with specialised FM services amplifies your security measures, safeguarding not just assets but also the well-being of staff and visitors.

Proper security is a necessity

The economic implications of inadequate security measures are not to be underestimated. According to reports, burglaries cost the British economy over £1.8 billion per year. A single break-in can cost a business hundreds of thousands in losses.

Daniel Enachi, Director of Security Operations at the Precision Group comments:

“In a world where businesses are continually challenged by both external and internal risks, the integration of security services into your FM strategy is not just an add-on but a necessity.

“Our philosophy is to work alongside our clients, offering tailored solutions that are not only innovative but also responsive to an ever-changing business landscape.”

If you’d like to chat about how you can take your business’s security to the next level, contact Precision FM for a discussion on how we can provide a bespoke service.