By Bryan Warren, Security Magazine. Growth. Most organizations strive for it, but when it happens too quickly, unforeseen issues can arise that translate into a higher level of security related risk than the organization might be comfortable with. While most organizations constantly strive for growth and expansion, they need to recognize that with growth [...]
John Pretti, Tallahassee Crime Examiner Tallahassee is located in the middle of Leon County and is the capital of the State of Florida with a primary industry of students and government policy. Almost all of the major governmental departments are located in Tallahassee or Leon County and is the major employer. The second largest employer [...]
There may be an organized crime gang working the ATMs in Orlando, whichwas the site for the big ASIS International event. A Bank of America ATM on South Kirkman Road in Orlando, Florida, was rigged with a skimmer September 13, Orlando police said. Police said they are searching for two men who they believe installed [...]
By Laura Spandanuta @ Security Management. Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush presented some of his personal lessons-learned in crisis management and disaster preparedness as advice to attendees at Wednesday’s General Session. The lessons “can be applied to any setting, whether you’re the governor, or a CSO, or the fire warden on your office floor,” Bush [...]
The Urban Institute just released a study of surveillance systems in three cities, Baltimore, Maryland; Chicago, Illinois; and Washington, D.C., to document how they were being used and analyze how much they were affecting crime, if at all. The theory is that surveillance cameras will deter potential offenders, alert police to dangerous situations, generate evidence [...]
BUSINESS owner Jeff Gough is an enthusiastic supporter of a campaign for security cameras on business premises. Mr Gough said business owners need to take responsibility for their security by installing closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) to give police the power to prosecute offenders. “Cameras don’t lie – it is as simple as that,” Mr [...]
By Suzanne Perez Tobias. With a new school year under way and more youngsters spending time home alone in the afternoons, American Red Cross officials are urging families to review safety guidelines. “Parents and guardians should develop a home safety plan and discuss it and practice it,” said James Williams, spokesman for the Midway-Kansas chapter [...]
Another great story from www.dumbcriminals.com . Acting is always a good talent to have and develop. It’s a bit like lying, which is always helpful to be an expert in when faced with tight situations. Although being a broccoli stalk in your second grade performance of “Nutrition Is Our Friend” doesn’t really count as Broadway-bound talent. [...]
Ralph Winn for Security World News. Many more single women today are resorting to online dating and speed dating. One reason is that the services are cheaper and one would only take minimal time and finances to understand the potential mate. However, uncertainty and fear grips those who desire to join these services, one [...]
