Vacant Suites, Active Threats: Why Empty Spaces Need Security Too
It’s easy to assume that empty spaces are low risk. After all, no tenants, no visitors—what could go wrong? Plenty. At SSP, we see it all the time: vacant commercial suites that become magnets for trespassers, theft, vandalism, and liability ...
5 Security Metrics That Actually Matter (And How to Track Them)
When it comes to physical security, most organizations focus on the tools: cameras, badges, alarms, gates. But what often gets overlooked is this simple truth:🔍 You can’t improve what you don’t measure. Without tracking meaningful security performance metrics, it’s impossible ...
Keeping the Human Element in Modern Security Systems
We live in an era of AI-driven cameras, cloud-based access control, and real-time alerts—but no matter how advanced the technology becomes, people still matter. In fact, in the most secure environments, the human element remains the single most adaptable, responsive, ...
What School IT Directors Need to Know About Physical Security Integration
Modern school security doesn’t live in silos. As access control systems, video surveillance, and intercoms become smarter and more cloud-connected, they’re relying more heavily on IT infrastructure—and that means school IT directors are becoming key players in campus safety. Physical ...
Security Planning for School Events: Open Doors, Controlled Access
Whether it’s a Friday night football game, a spring musical, or parent-teacher conferences, school events create a unique challenge for campus security—open doors, increased traffic, and lots of unfamiliar faces. These events are essential for community engagement, but without the ...
The Role of Access Logs in Investigating Warehouse Incidents
From missing inventory to unauthorized access, incidents in warehouse environments can disrupt operations and cost thousands in losses. But in the aftermath of a security event, one tool can make all the difference: your access logs. Modern access control systems ...
Security Solutions for Construction Sites: Protecting Tools, Equipment, and Trailers
Construction sites are high-value, high-risk environments. With heavy machinery, costly tools, and minimal overnight staff, they’re a magnet for theft and vandalism. In fact, the National Equipment Register estimates that construction theft results in up to $1 billion in annual ...
Access Control for Loading Docks: Keeping Your Entry Points Secure
Loading docks are one of the most vulnerable points in any warehouse. With a constant flow of personnel, delivery trucks, and shipments coming and going, it's easy for unauthorized individuals to slip through unnoticed. That’s why smart warehouse access control ...
Emergency Lockdown Tech: What Modern Schools Are Using to Stay Prepared
In today’s world, school safety requires more than just good intentions—it requires the right technology. With rising concerns around campus threats, schools across the U.S. are turning to advanced lockdown systems that offer fast, coordinated, and reliable protection in the ...
What Is a Unified Security System—And Why Does It Matter?
If you're managing a growing facility, multiple buildings, or even just a busy team, you’ve probably had this moment: “Wait… does the alarm system talk to the cameras?”“Can we see when that person entered… and if they triggered anything?”“Why are ...
