Security Dynamics

Security needs have changed a great deal in this post - 9/11 world. Simple crimes of opportunity like theft and vandalism were often the primary focus of security measures. These could often be prevented by the mere presence of a uniformed security person.

Today, of course, we must consider terrorism. However, far more subtle changes in criminal behavior have had an important impact on day-to-day security concerns. More serious and violent crimes are becoming more common. Offenders seem to be more willing to injure or even target innocent business people, employees and visitors to get what they want. Even the damage of property crimes is more severe than ever with employee issues, skyrocketing insurance costs and an unforgiving marketplace.

It is unfortunate, but true,that the American security industry is driven by "lowest bidder" economics. Firms that want to be competitive in the security marketplace know that the price difference between winning and losing bidders is often measured in pennies per hour. It should come as no surprise that the security guard on the job is often;