Securitas concludes £2.75 million Nikaro buy-out deal
03 Sep 10
Securitas has acquired mobile security services company Nikaro in a deal worth £2.75 million. Brian Sims reports.
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Security Management Today (SMT) Online
Welcome to info4security’s SMT Online security solutions management channel – the home of Security Management Today (SMT).
Specially designed for security end users, here you can find out all you need to know about managing security – whether you work for an international multi-site company or an SMB.
You can access security management news, the latest security system news releases and independent product tests, a dedicated Security Industry Authority (SIA) regulation section and an industry group section keeping you informed of up-to-date security sector news in both the UK and overseas.
Other key features include profiles of leading security management professionals and Case Studies of Best Practice in security systems and guarding management.
We want to provide you with the best possible information and assistance in managing your security remit, so if there's a topic you want to see covered, e-mail SMT Online's Editor Brian Sims and let him know!
Brian Sims, Editor, Security Management Today Online
News
Forum of Private Business: 'Police forces failing SMBs on prompt payment'
01 Sep 10
New research into police payment practices has revealed vast differences in the amount of time different forces take to pay their suppliers and contractors. Brian Sims reports.
Victim Support: breaking the chain of anti-social behaviour
03 Sep 10
The ‘snowball effect’ of repetitive anti-social behaviour can have a traumatic influence on its victims. Brian Sims chats with members of the ASB Witness Support Project in Birmingham about their attempts to combat the problem.
National Doorwatch seeks removal of 'Bouncers' terminology from Oxford English Dictionary
31 Aug 10
National Doorwatch chairman Ian Fox has written to the Oxford English Dictionary and asked for the term ‘Bouncer’ to be removed. Here, Brian Sims explains why.
SIA Industry Regulation News and Analysis
SIA: research shows positive impact of licensing
09 Aug 10
The Security Industry Authority’s latest studies show that licensing has had a positive impact on the private security sector. Brian Sims reports.
SIA publishes Annual Report and Accounts for 2009-2010
26 Jul 10
This morning, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) issued its Annual Report and Accounts for 2009-2010. Brian Sims offers a brief overview.
SIA appoints new board member
15 Jul 10
Edward Weiss has joined the Security Industry Authority as its new non-executive board member.
SIA shelves possibility of generic licence card
13 Jul 10
Following the informal consultation on whether a single generic SIA licence should be introduced, the Regulator has stated that it will not be developing a non sector-specific licence. Brian Sims reports.
Opinion
Memoori report: where are the growth opportunities in the security sector?
01 Sep 10
Last month brought some encouraging developments for the security sector, but where will the growth be in Q3 and Q4? Allan McHale peers into his crystal ball.
Creating the DNA of a modern security officer
16 Aug 10
Given the ever-increasing skills sets demanded of today's security officers, in part driven by their role as first responders, Bobby Logue argues for an aspirational model that would help shift the mindset of buyers.
CCTV and 'Austerity 2010': the end user approach
17 Aug 10
In these times of budgetary cuts, how should end users manage their CCTV security expenditure, ensure value for money and really maximise their return on investment? Peter Houlis offers some answers.
Kaiser calls on Government to better protect prison officers
06 Aug 10
Stab vests and other types of body protection should be made available to prison officers immediately. Robert Kaiser of UK-based knife protection consultancy PPSS explains why.
Editorial Campaigns
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.
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.
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...
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?
Profiles & Case Studies
Profile: Ray Clarke (managing director, SAFE) (Part Three)
12 Aug 10
In the final instalment of Brian Sims’ exclusive interview with Ray Clarke, the managing director at SAFE discusses SIA regulation and examines the future for the wider security industry.
Profile: Ray Clarke (managing director, SAFE) (Part One)
09 Aug 10
For the first chapter of a three-part exposition, Brian Sims travels to Telford in search of Ray Clarke, the ex-SITO leader and subsequent polymer industry evangelist who’s now bringing fresh and inspiring ideas back to the security sector.
Profile: Ray Clarke (managing director, SAFE) (Part Two)
10 Aug 10
In Part Two of Brian Sims’ interview with the SAFE leader, Ray Clarke talks about establishing SAFE, diversification and the potential marriage of educational and industrial policy.
Profile: Jason Trigg (CEO, The Cardinal Group) (Part Two)
27 Jul 10
In the second instalment of SMT Online’s exclusive interview with Cardinal Group CEO Jason Trigg, Brian Sims quizzes this forward-thinking leader on management style, convergence and customer service.
Security Organisations
The Security Institute Annual Conference 2010 (Part Two): Risk Management and The Art of The Forger
08 Sep 10
Risk management specialist Jamie Stephen and detective sergeant Mike Burt rendered excellent presentations on TSI’s forthcoming Good Practice Guide and how to recognise counterfeit documents. Brian Sims reports.
The Security Institute Annual Conference 2010 (Part One): Security – Art or Science?
08 Sep 10
Day One of the 2010 Annual Conference run by The Security Institute witnessed an excellent and detailed Keynote Address courtesy of chairman Mike Bluestone. Brian Sims reports.
The Security Institute: progress on the Royal Charter
19 Aug 10
The Security Institute has launched a Special Edition of its e-News focusing on the application for a Royal Charter. Brian Sims reports on progress made to date.
ASC Business Club: 'Perimeter Security: Making Sure It's Effective'
13 Aug 10
The Association of Security Consultants has announced details of its next Business Club meeting, which takes place in early September. Brian Sims reports.
Management Skills
CCTV and 'Austerity 2010': the end user approach
17 Aug 10
In these times of budgetary cuts, how should end users manage their CCTV security expenditure, ensure value for money and really maximise their return on investment? Peter Houlis offers some answers.
Printing security: the 'forgotten link' in operational excellence
07 Apr 10
Printing and copying devices can be hijacked for fraudulent purposes, but they often remain the neglected link in the security chain. Howard Roberts examines how sensitive data may be better protected.
Security training without compromise
28 Jun 10
How can companies provide the best possible staff training without compromising the integrity of day-to-day security operations? Valerie Dale has the answer.
Developers must recognise security as "vital component" of construction process
05 Apr 10
Steve Garton explains to Brian Sims why architects, developers and builders simply must consider on-site security as an integral part of the construction process from the outset.
Products
iEvo fingerprint reader set to challenge end users' perceptions
06 Sep 10
UK company iEvo has launched “the next generation” of readers for use in access systems which, it claims, will “change the perception of biometric technology worldwide”. Brian Sims reports.
Xtralis launches ADPRO VideoCentral Platinum security management software
18 Aug 10
As Brian Sims reports, the new single-version product offers advanced and instant video verification of remote alarms for central monitoring stations and single operators.
Esri's GIS software integrated with Nice solution
08 Jul 10
Geographical information software by Esri is to be integrated with a software solution by Nice.
P&MM launches anti-fraud software solution
23 Feb 10
A new identity protection programme - dubbed the P&MM Lifestyle Solution - has been launched by employee benefits firm P&MM and fraud protection policies specialist the CPP Group plc.
