Don’t Lose Your Armed Status: 5 State Armed Guard Rules to Verify
Need an armed guard credential? Learn the five requirements to earn and keep it and how to verify your state’s rules and employer expectations before you…
Let the Camera Decide: NVR vs DVR for Facility Managers in 2026
Global Security’s practitioner-led guide explains when to choose NVR or DVR in 2026, with hybrid migration steps, cabling tradeoffs, and basic network…
Active Shooter Training: Track 4 Readiness Metrics Every Leader Needs
Practical playbook for leaders: align FEMA, FBI, and ALERRT guidance with realistic drills, four readiness metrics, and a vendor-evaluation checklist.
Security: Pilot First Access Control Integration on Open Standards
Pilot access control on open standards. Start with one site, link video and alarms, validate workflows, then scale with runbooks and SLAs.
95%+ Plate Recognition: What Security Teams Need From LPR Cameras
Procurement checklist for security teams buying LPR cameras: require 95%+ recognition, test on-site footage, and keep non-hit data 30 days.
Facility Managers: Turret vs Dome Camera Choices That Match Your Site
Practical, site-driven advice for facility managers: when to pick turrets or domes based on vandal risk, night lighting, mounting height, and maintenance.
Workplace Violence Prevention: 5 Point Plan HR Can Start This Quarter
OSHA and NIOSH aligned workplace violence plan HR can start this quarter: five core components, priority fixes, and when to bring in security.
Cover Every Entry for Homeowners: CCTV Heights, Tilt, 10–20% Overlap
Zone first CCTV placement for homeowners: exact mounting heights (8–10 ft), tilt and 10–20% overlap, testing checklist, and when to hire a pro.
Four Steps to Security Guard Licensing in Every U.S. State
A state by state playbook to get your security guard license: the four checkpoints, what to verify on state sites, and how to avoid application delays.
Office Access Control: What Facility Managers Need to Know
Discover how effective office access control enhances security, streamlines visitor onboarding, and provides centralized management for facilities.