December 2025 is Wireless Access Control Month on Security Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in December we’ll be focussing on Wireless Access Control solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of […]
TRAINING MONTH: How simulation and VR are transforming security training
Traditional security training has always relied on manuals, presentations, and classroom discussions, but as we approach 2026, that’s no longer enough. As threats grow more complex and unpredictable, organisations are turning to scenario-based learning powered by virtual reality (VR) and simulation technology to prepare teams for real-world emergencies before they happen… These tools are bringing […]
Why fire safety inspections fail – Lessons in compliance, risk management, and safety culture
Fire safety inspections are a cornerstone of regulatory compliance and life safety in the built environment. Yet, across the UK, a significant number of fire safety inspections continue to fail – often for reasons unrelated to the fire safety equipment itself. Drawing on years of experience of working with building owners, facility managers, and fire […]
TRAINING MONTH: Building multi-disciplinary security skills for a converged world
As physical and digital threats continue to blur, the role of the modern security professional is evolving faster than ever. Quite simply, it’s no longer enough for teams to understand doors, cameras, and access cards: they also need to grasp data flows, insider risk, and the security implications of AI-driven systems. The era of converged […]
TRAINING MONTH: How AI, microlearning, and analytics are modernising security training delivery
The modern security landscape is evolving faster than ever, from new threat vectors and digital convergence to heightened compliance and ESG pressures. To stay ahead, today’s security professionals need more than annual refresher courses. They need continuous, data-driven learning that keeps pace with real-world risks. Security training is being redefined by three converging forces: AI, […]
TRAINING MONTH: Soft Skills, Strong Security – The rising importance of communication and emotional intelligence
Security has traditionally been viewed through a technical lens access control, surveillance, incident response. But often, the most effective security professionals are those who combine tactical capability with emotional intelligence, communication, and empathy. As roles evolve to include customer interaction, safeguarding, and wellbeing, the ability to de-escalate, influence, and build trust is now as essential […]
Gender bias impacting the careers of women in cybersecurity
The Acronis 2025 Women in Tech Report has uncovered gender gap perceptions in career development and leadership opportunities in the cybersecurity sector, where over two-thirds of women believe they must work longer hours to advance in their careers, compared with 56% of men who think the same. Among the key findings, the report found that […]
City Security & Safety Summit: Register today for our newest event
Our new City Security & Safety Summit is focused on the challenges in the city: It will address the unique security and operational challenges facing urban environments, offering practical solutions and insights tailored to the fast-paced demands of the city. And will take place on March 25th at the Hilton London Canary Wharf in London […]
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT MONTH: Unifying physical security, cybersecurity and business continuity
The threat landscape facing UK organisations has evolved dramatically. From cyberattacks and data breaches to physical intrusions, protests, and extreme weather, incidents are no longer confined to a single department or discipline. Leading organisations attending the Total Security Summit are moving toward converged incident management, uniting physical security, cybersecurity, and business continuity teams under one […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Security from Aegis Support Services
At Aegis Support Services, we keep our clients’ premises, people, and key assets safe and secure, so they have complete peace of mind. We’ve been leading the way in security services for more than 20 years, working with organisations in a wide range of sectors across the UK and providing the full range of security […]