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Technology such as firewalls and two-stage password authentication processes don't do anything to protect brick and mortar businesses. For that, you need real life security that you can see and touch. Review these basics of protecting your business premises to make sure your business is secure.
Buzzer-Entry System
If your business is located in a high crime neighborhood, or openly displays very expensive merchandise such as precious gems and jewelry, consider installing a buzzer-entry system. This electronic system keeps your front door bolted shut unless an employee presses a release button inside your shop. A buzzer announces to the store visitor that the lock has been released and they can enter. Buzzer-entry systems allow your employee to visually appraise the customer before they enter the shop, to ensure that their intentions are honest. Commercial locksmiths offer a variety of buzzer-entry systems to choose from.
Surveillance Cameras
Surveillance cameras for businesses are widely available and economically affordable in a range of price points. Cameras like these protect your business by discouraging would-be shoplifters. They also help the police in identifying robbers and tracking down stolen merchandise. In addition, surveillance camera footage can be used in court to help win your case in the event of an insurance claim due to personal injury on your business property.
Store Safes
Store safes keep excess cash and expensive merchandise safe from the hands of robbers who may force cashiers to empty cash register tills. Store safes can be programmed to only open at certain times during the business day. If your cashier makes regular deposits of cash through the secure system of a store safe, any robbers who infiltrate your business will only get a limited amount of cash. Store safes can be programmed to only open at certain times during the business day.
Security Alarms
A security alarm system can easily be installed in your business in a discretionary way that prevents robbers from knowing that the police have been called. A discreet button is usually placed under the counter near the cash register. When the silent button is depressed, the local police station is alerted that their presence is needed at your business. Your cashier can continue to appear as though he is cooperating all the while the police are on their way.
Installing these security checkpoints at your business will help keep you, your employees and your business assets safe. Speak to a commercial locksmith like one from Anytime Lock Key & Door to get started.
Share2 January 2015
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