Installing CCTV, hiring security guards, setting strong passwords on your data systems. These are all important security measures that most companies in the UK now realise are essential to their success.
However, in the world of security, it is often worth looking past the commonplace to discover the underrated measures that can make all the difference when creating a powerful security system.
In this blog, that is exactly what we are going to do, examining some of the highly underrated security measures that are recommended by a top Security company Edinburgh as some of the most effective in preventing criminal activity.
Staff training
Bringing in third party security staff from a local trusted security company is a good idea, but doesn’t mean you can overlook in-house security training for your own staff.
This doesn’t mean teaching them to take down intruders or put themselves in harms way, but should cover basics such as good practice for reporting emergencies and what to do in the event of a fire alarm or similar evacuation.
Carrying out extensive background checks
Employee crime is far too high to be ignored and conducting extensive background checks before hiring a new worker is absolutely key.
There are enough external threats to your company to worry about, without worrying about the ones coming from within as well.
Background screening should include criminal background checks as well as investigating any risk factors that could potentially but your company at risk.
Disposal of sensitive information
Most people are aware that any data they have about their customers or their business activities should be kept under tight security at all times, no matter if this information is stored physically or digitally.
However, it is just as important that when you no longer have need of this information that you dispose of it safely and securely, without risking unauthorised access from exposing you or your customers.
A single data leak can be disastrous for your business, not only if financial information is leaked but also if news gets out that you have been careless with private customer information. After a single incident like this it will be extremely difficult to repair your reputation or to get customers to trust you once again.
Culture creation
Create a business culture with security at its heart. Regularly remind staff of their security responsibilities and encourage them to be vigilant at all times, reporting anything that might be suspicious.
All companies that have been successful in building a culture of security have done so because everyone has bought into what it is that they are trying to do. Bear in mind that the better your company culture is in general, and the more loyal that your employees are the more likely they are to report incidents and potential security risks, and more secure your site will be.
If you are looking for more information about any security measures, either common, or underrated, get in touch with our expert team today to learn more.