BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: How physical security tech investments support continuity and minimise risk
When operations grind to a halt due to a security incident, the financial and reputational impact can be severe. For many organisations, a single hour of unplanned downtime can cost tens of thousands of pounds in lost productivity, missed revenue, and damage control. It’s no wonder that more security professionals attending the Total Security Summit […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Physical security’s role in managing hybrid threats and operational disruption
Historically, physical security has been associated with guarding property, deterring intruders, and responding to unauthorised access. But those responsibilities are rapidly expanding. From climate-related disruptions and civil unrest to insider threats and critical infrastructure failures, physical security teams at the Total Security Summit are now central to managing complex, hybrid threats that extend well beyond […]
Gen Z doesn’t like bodycams on security staff, but still changes behaviour in positive way
Nearly one in three (29%) young adults aged 18–24 in the UK say they feel uncomfortable when retail or security staff wear body-worn cameras, despite being digital natives. That’s according to research from body-worn camera company, HALOS. Its YouGov survey of over 2,200 Brits also found that more than a quarter (26%) of those aged 25–34 feel uneasy […]
September 2025 is CCTV 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 September we’ll be focussing on CCTV 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 CCTV solutions […]
Recurring revenue: The future of security alarm installation
Richard Newey, Regional Sales Manager, HKC Security, discusses how cloud-connected alarm systems are transforming the traditional security installation model, and why recurring revenue is fast becoming the foundation for long-term business sustainability… For decades, the security industry has operated on a transactional model: an installer fits the system, hands over control to the customer, and […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Lessons from real-world security incidents in business continuity response
Business continuity is only as strong as its weakest link, and increasingly, that link is being tested by real-world physical security events. From civil unrest to power outages, break-ins to protests, organisations across the UK attending the Total Security Summit have faced a growing range of threats that challenge their ability to maintain operations. Recent […]
VIDEO: What to expect at the Total Security Summit in October
You’re invited to attend the Total Security Summit, taking place Monday 21st & Tuesday 22nd October at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow – watch out video to find out more about the delegate experience. This focused, two-day event brings together senior security professionals and innovative suppliers to tackle the industry’s evolving challenges – from physical […]
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT & ASSESSMENT: Building incident readiness and reducing risk through scenario-based simulations
In an era of evolving physical security threats, from unauthorised access and insider risk to active intruder scenarios, organisations across both public and private sectors attending the Total Security Summit are recognising the need for more immersive, realistic staff training. Traditional classroom-based instruction alone is no longer enough to build the agility, decision-making and confidence […]
Securing High-Footfall Spaces: The 3 Pillars of Future-Proofed Access Control
By Bruce Donald, UK & Ireland Manager, SimonsVoss Technologies From schools and hospitals to retail centres and sports venues, high-footfall spaces are under increasing pressure to keep people safe while maintaining smooth day-to-day operations. These environments face a unique blend of challenges: balancing security with accessibility, managing diverse user groups, and ensuring systems can adapt […]
Attracting and retaining the workforce for the future
Jack Robinson, SVP & Head of Human Resources at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA, explains why the security and access solutions industry needs to focus on attracting new early talent… It was recently reported in EU Business News that three in five young people would be unlikely to consider a career in manufacturing. When we […]