When it comes to outsourcing security guard services, security leaders should develop a plan to encourage retention and invest in their team.

Ontinue, the managed detection and response division of Open Systems, announced Gareth Lindahl-Wise as its new Chief Information Security Officer.

Allied Universal, a global security and facility services firm, has launched the Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring Services division by integrating Attenti Group and G4S Monitoring Technologies.

Security managers have the difficult challenge of making sure each of their employees is doing their job properly, even though they are in different locations and must perform different duties. An integrated security approach that includes simple, reliable technology tools can minimize human error and streamline security patrols and processes. 

Traditional guarding is getting shaken up by new skills, services and technology. How are guarding firms and security officers shifting their priorities and offerings to keep pace and continue to add value to enterprises and security departments? It’s time to go beyond basic patrol, observe and report functions.