BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Managing people, contractors and public access during prolonged incidents
The real test of a business continuity plan is not the first hour of an incident, it’s day three. Organisations across the UK are increasingly facing prolonged disruptions: extended power outages, sustained protest activity, severe weather events, cyber-physical incidents or infrastructure failures. In these scenarios, the immediate response phase gives way to a more complex […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Protecting access, movement and safety during disruption
The physical perimeter is increasingly a continuity control point. Disruption scenarios such as power loss, severe weather, protests, system outages or partial evacuations are no longer edge cases. How access, movement and safety are managed at the perimeter often determines whether an organisation can continue operating, degrade safely, or grind to a halt. Designing continuity […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Stress-testing using realistic security scenarios in commercial estates
For commercial estates, business continuity plans often look robust on paper. Procedures are documented, roles are assigned and contact lists are up to date. Yet, senior leaders attending the City Security & Safety Summit increasingly recognise a hard truth: a continuity plan that hasn’t been tested under realistic conditions is an assumption, not a capability… […]
February 2026 is Business Continuity 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 February we’ll be focussing on Business Continuity 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 Business […]
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 […]
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 […]
August 2025 is Business Continuity & Risk Management 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 August we’ll be focussing on Business Continuity & Risk Management. 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 […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: How to assess your organisation’s needs and select the best solutions
Business continuity planning (BCP) is a vital component of a comprehensive security strategy. As such, for senior physical security professionals, selecting the right BCP solutions and partners is crucial. Here are key considerations, based on delegate requirements at the Total Security Summit… Understanding Your Organization’s Needs Key Considerations for Partner Selection Building a Strong Partnership Additional Considerations By […]
BUSINESS CONTINUITY MONTH: Crisis Communication – A blueprint for effective response
Crisis communication is a critical component of business continuity. It protects reputation, minimises damage, and restores trust. For senior physical security professionals, understanding the key principles is essential… Core Principles of Crisis Communication Key Considerations Additional Tips Common Pitfalls to Avoid Effective crisis communication requires careful planning, clear messaging, and swift action. By adhering to these principles, organisations can mitigate damage and emerge from […]