6 Ways to Protect Your Business | Dixie Safe & Lock Service Inc.

Dixie Safe & Lock Service Inc. • Jul 10, 2018

6 Ways to Protect Your Business from Dixie Safe & Lock Service Inc.

It can be costly and time-consuming to run your own business. Still, you don’t want to cut corners when it comes to security. By taking precautionary measures, you can save yourself thousands of dollars in lost products, equipment and property damage down the road. These six security solutions will help keep your business safe.

Building Maintenance

Yes, something as simple as building maintenance can keep burglars at bay. A run-down storefront may signal that your business is an easy target, whereas regular upkeep indicates that you’re willing to spend time and money on security precautions. Keep the landscape trim, the walkways free of unsightly cracks, the exterior paint fresh and the interior organized. If you have a rickety, failing fence protecting tools or equipment, an upgrade can further fortify your property.

Lighting

Burglars are only human, and like anybody else, they’ll get spooked by unwanted attention. Make sure your parking lot is well-lit to protect patrons and employees. Install lights outside the building so thieves have nowhere to hide. Motion sensor floodlights will stop burglars in their tracks.

Practicing Kindness

Not every thief is a seasoned professional. In fact, 73 percent of the time, people swipe things on a whim.1 While the occasional low-level theft may not seem threatening, product loss adds up over time. A simple solution? Walk up to the suspected shoplifter and ask them if they need help with anything. Engaging them in conversation reduces the chance they’ll go through with it.

Keeping Watch

No thief wants to be caught red-handed. Set up surveillance cameras around your store and behind the cash registers to dissuade criminals. If someone does steal something, you’ll at least have footage to turn over to the police. Combine a CCTV system with cleverly placed mirrors and an open floor plan with few obstructions so you can see what’s going on in your business at all times.

Securing the Computers

Business owners must secure their data just as much as their physical premises. Install antivirus software on every computer in the building and train employees not to open suspicious emails or share private company information. Make sure every application and device has its own username and password, and switch logins regularly to minimize risk. If an employee quits or is fired, disable their access credentials immediately.

Locking Up for the Night

Some criminals prefer operating under the cover of darkness to minimize their chances of getting caught. Be sure to empty your tills and lock all the doors and windows every night, preferably using both a traditional lock and a keypad or keycard. Roll-up security shutters and doors or even regular blinds will prevent burglars from scoping out the contents of your store.

Keep Your Business Safe With Dixie Safe & Lock Service Inc.

You want a mixture of high-quality security measures to prevent all types of theft. At Dixie Safe & Lock Service Inc., we provide electronic locks and keypads, video surveillance systems, alarms, safes and much more to ensure your business is protected from intruders. Call us at (713) 643-5767 today for your fast price quote.

1 http://www.shopliftingprevention.org/what-we-do/learning-resource-center/statistics/

Number	First Name	Last Name	Email Address
1	Anne	Evans	anne.evans@mail.com
2	Bill	Fernandez	bill.fernandez@mail.com
3	Candice	Gates	candice.gates@mail.com
4	Dave	Hill	dave.hill@mail.com

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