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Welcome to info4security’s SMT Online security system management channel – the home of Security Management Today.

Specially designed for security end-users, here you can find all you need to know about managing security – whether you work for an international multi-site company or an SME.

You will find security management news, the latest security product news releases and independent tests, a dedicated SIA regulation section and an industry group section keeping you informed of up-to-date security industry news.

Other key features include profiles of leading security management and case studies of the best practice in security system management.  

We want you give you the best possible information and help in managing security systems, so if there is a topic you want to see covered, email Editor Brian Sims and let him know.

News

Toby Latta: regional director for Europe at Control Risks

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Control Risks forms anti-fraud investigation team

29 Jun 09

Control Risks Group has launched a new team dedicated to screening international agents, vendors and third parties. Brian Sims reports on this, while Peter Gray and Paul Cohen outline the Government's proposed UK Bribery Bill.

Liverpool's famous Liver Building

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Cost of crime rises in North West

26 Jun 09

Chambers of Commerce North West’s latest report suggests that the average cost of crime to businesses in the region is £10,000 per annum.

Dermid McCausland: head of the NHS Counter Fraud Service

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Public "key to fighting NHS fraud"

29 Jun 09

The contribution of the public and healthcare workers in the fight against fraud and corruption is “vital” according to the md of NHS Counter Fraud.

The Metropolitan Police Service CCTV Control Room at Lambeth will be used for monitoring some of the Games' sites

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OSD hosts London 2012 Workshop for security practitioners

26 Jun 09

London 2012 security planners in the Home Office are inviting members of the security industry to an innovative workshop on national co-ordination initiatives.

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SIA Industry Regulation News and Analysis

David Gill: in favour of security consultant regulation

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Probity, competency and security consulting

03 Jul 09

Having read “with great interest” the comments made by Roy Sutherland and Chris Roberts in their article ‘Is licensing necessary for consultants?’, David Gill now offers a counter view to progress the debate.

All door supervisors must display their SIA licence card when on duty

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Paisley and Tower Hamlets door staff targeted by SIA

27 Jun 09

All door staff checked were found to be working with a licence when the Security Industry Authority and Strathclyde Police carried out their first joint operation in Paisley on 19 June.

The BSIA guide

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BSIA guide to Northern Ireland licensing released

08 Jun 09

The British Security Industry Association has published new advice to Northern Ireland's business community ahead of the introduction of regulation of the security industry.

An attentive audience at the 2009 SIA Stakeholder Conference in Manchester

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SIA Stakeholder Conference 2009: Better regulation and the SIA

03 Jun 09

Graeme McCabe of the Home Office spoke at length during the recent SIA Stakeholder Conference. Brian Sims reports on what McCabe had to say about the Government’s beliefs in relation to Better Regulation.

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Opinion

SMT Online editor Brian Sims

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SMT Online Editor's View: Corporate, Social... and Responsible

25 Jun 09

In his latest overview of the security world, Brian Sims evaluates the various ways in which behemoth solutions provider G4S has delivered on the promises made last year regarding its Corporate Social Responsibility agenda.

SMT Online editor Brian Sims

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SMT Online Editor's View: Time to go Home, Jacqui

09 Jun 09

The role of Home Secretary is undoubtedly one of the toughest in Government, but is there no-one capable of administering this post without making monumental mistakes? Brian Sims looks back on the torrid two-year term of Jacqui Smith.

Hugo Rosemont: security policy advisor to the Society of British Aerospace Companies

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State of Play: delivering national security

15 Jun 09

Offering his forthright opinions on the matter, Hugo Rosemont explains why he feels the conspiracy theory plot uncovered in the recent Hollywood movie ‘State of Play’ might be entertaining but, in reality, is very far removed from the truth....

Jim Watson

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How to beat the business fraudsters

03 Jun 09

Jim Watson, managing director of Shred Easy, looks at the increase in fraud during the credit crunch and how businesses can protect themselves.

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Editorial Campaigns

Cheap fines are not good enough for those who do harm to staff in licensed premises

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SMT Online backs National Pubwatch 'Court Not Caution' Campaign

28 Apr 09

The National Pubwatch ‘Court Not Caution’ Campaign is a response to the continuing trend for assaults on staff working in pubs and other licensed premises being met solely by police caution or a fixed penalty.

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Skills for Security National Conference 2008: Security training and process – have we really improved?

06 Nov 08

Are the so-called 'dinosaur days' of poor training practices now long gone? Although progress has been made, it's evident there's still some important work to be done, as Guy Mathias explains.

Best Value for Business

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Comparing like with like

25 Oct 08

Just how effective are today’s corporate security functions? It’s an important question, but not one that has been easy to answer. Hopefully, the PRCI-devised Security Benchmarking Tool will help to rectify that situation, as Professor Martin...

Skills for Security’s chief executive David Greer addresses the audience at the 2007 Conference.

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Heads above the parapet

20 Sep 08

There’s little doubt the work of the private security sector is undervalued, but does it really deserve the respect it craves? Is there a genuine desire for change and, if so, enough ‘bottle’ to make the leap forward that’s necessary?

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Profiles & Case Studies

The Rotakin 'dummy' must be used to ensure effective testing for CCTV

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The Rotakin Conundrum

20 Jan 09

The CCTV In Focus consultancy was recently founded due to the lack of truly independent planning, auditing and assessment of surveillance systems for end users in line with British and European Standards. Has it found a receptive audience?...

Inside the new Integrated Control Room in Manchester

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CCD designs Manchester HUB for Network Rail

03 Jan 09

Network Rail is co-locating its CCTV Control Centres in line with an overall strategy for improved operational command.

The Derwent infrared illuminators are playing their part in security for the water utilities sector

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Major water utility safeguarded by Derwent infrared

11 Jan 09

One major water utility located in the South of England is benefiting from 24/7 security protection thanks to infrared illumination from Derwent.

The security and fire systems at Hugo Boss' Sloane Square store were designed and installed by PEL Services

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Security is Boss for Hugo

29 Dec 08

What does it take to protect a designer, flagship retail environment while at the same time creating a welcoming and exciting shopping experience for customers? Brian Sims evaluates an holistic installation by PEL Services for Hugo Boss’...

more interviews and case studies

Security Organisations

David Gill: in favour of security consultant regulation

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Probity, competency and security consulting

03 Jul 09

Having read “with great interest” the comments made by Roy Sutherland and Chris Roberts in their article ‘Is licensing necessary for consultants?’, David Gill now offers a counter view to progress the debate.

Gloucestershire chief constable Tim Brain delivered a quite brilliant speech on UK policing

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Policing with a Brain: the 2009 ASC Annual Luncheon

30 Jun 09

Last Thursday, SMT Online’s Editor Brian Sims was an honoured guest at the 2009 Annual Luncheon organised by the Association of Security Consultants. Here’s what happened at the RAF Club on Piccadilly.

Julie Kenny

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Kenny takes on BSIA vice-chair role

25 Jun 09

Julie Kenny CBE DL has been appointed as the new vice-chairman of the British Security Industry Association.

Roy Sutherland: current chairman of the Association of Security Consultants

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Is licensing necessary for consultants?

22 Jun 09

Is there any merit in – or indeed a need for – the licensing of security consultants? Following a heated debate in The SMT SELECT Lounge at this year’s IFSEC, Roy Sutherland and Chris Roberts open discussions on a professional approach to...

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Management Skills

One of the Provisional IRA's masked gunmen

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Can we hope to manage terrorism?

01 Jul 09

As part of his MSc course in Security and Risk Management, Alan Cain has examined whether or not UK security managers can really do anything to stop the terrorists. Here are his thought-provoking conclusions.

Delegates on the pilot course at The Sorensen Centre in Worcester

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Skills for Security backs RTC counter-terror course

12 Jun 09

Rutherford Training Consultants’ Terror Threat Awareness training course has been endorsed by Skills for Security.

Legal eagle Gareth Edwards

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Swine flu: please don't make a pig's ear of it!

18 Jun 09

Employers now find themselves grappling with the issues arising from 1124 influenza A (H1N1), more commonly referred to in the national media as swine flu. Gareth Edwards looks at how to deal with it.

John Dick: leading Edexcel's Scottish operation

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Edexcel opens National Office in Scotland

12 Jun 09

Awarding body Edexcel has opened a National Office for Scotland in a bid to develop tailored solutions for its client base north of the border.

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Products

The LandRover Discovery

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LandRover launches new armoured vehicle

17 Apr 09

Land Rover is introducing a new armoured version of its Discovery 4x4 vehicle.

Skyguard is determined to protect lone workers

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Skyguard unveils real-time response service for security lone workers

10 Apr 09

Skyguard has launched an “unparalleled” real-time emergency response service on mobiles for lone workers and all individuals deemed to be at risk.

One of Mulberry's famed handbags complete with the new security system

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Mulberry bags the perfect shrinkage solution

10 Mar 09

Luxury British brand Mulberry’s security team has called on Alpha High Theft Solutions – a division of Checkpoint Systems – to help protect the company’s prestige range of handbags and purses from theft.

Nedap security management solutions in action

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Nedap releases AEOS Version 2.3 for managers

12 Feb 09

AEOS 2.3 renders Nedap’s security software a truly comprehensive management platform.

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