{"id":113489,"date":"2018-02-07T16:59:21","date_gmt":"2018-02-07T16:59:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/?p=113489"},"modified":"2023-10-09T11:02:28","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T10:02:28","slug":"business-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/business-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Business security"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h1&Prime;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Business owners will spend much of their time focusing on freeing up cash flow, expanding operations, and generally keeping their heads above water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Because of this, business security can take a back seat. It is often implemented as a reactionary measure following a crime, rather than in a precautionary or preventative manner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For many businesses, this can be hugely problematic. Theft of sensitive documents, or damaged property as a result of a break-in, will spell disaster. And to make matters worse, this will often be very expensive to resolve.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Implementing security measures that suit your business should be one of your main priorities, in order to prevent issues, reduce their impact, and help resolve them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But what security measures can you take to protect your business? What are the best alarms out there? And how much does good protection cost?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We&rsquo;ll provide more information about the different types of business security systems available, including how they could benefit your company. We&rsquo;ll also show you how to go about implementing security measures to benefit your business.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplinks-content\">\n <h3 class=\"jumplinks-content-title\">\n In this article, we&rsquo;ll cover: <\/h3>\n <ul class=\"jumplinks-content-list\">\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-how-to-keep-your-business-premises-secure\">How to keep your business premises secure<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-how-to-choose-a-security-provider-for-your-business\">How to choose a security provider for your business<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-top-business-security-providers\">Top business security providers<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-fire-alarms\">Fire alarms<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-intruder-alarms\">Intruder alarms<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-access-control\">Access control<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-cctv-cameras\">CCTV cameras<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-security-doors\">Security doors<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-security-fog\">Security fog<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-security-monitoring\">Security monitoring<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-water-detectors\">Water detectors<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-next-steps-compare-business-security-quotes\">Next steps: Compare business security quotes<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <li class=\"jumplinks-content-item\">\n <a class=\"jumplinks-content-link jumplink-anchor\" href=\"#link-business-security-the-faqs\">Business security: The FAQs<\/a>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h1&Prime;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Click on the links above to learn more about that particular section. Or, you can read the whole article for a complete guide to business security.<\/span>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alternatively, if you&rsquo;re ready to compare quotes for business security now, fill in our quick <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/business-security\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-how-to-keep-your-business-premises-secure\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;How to keep your business premises secure&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;How to keep your business premises secure&rdquo;]\n<h2>How to keep your business premises secure<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You should start any review of your security procedures by assessing the actual risks posed to your particular premises. This is a two-pronged process:<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Find the vulnerabilities in your security.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In particular, look for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Unsecured ground-floor windows and doors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Particularly valuable items attractive to thieves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Flammable material<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Easily scalable walls and fences<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Potential getaway points<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b> Assess the particular threats facing your business.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Police.uk<\/a> website to find the most common types of crime affecting your neighbourhood, and speak to local businesses to see if they have been affected by any particular type of crime.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are some basic precautions you can take against crime?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whilst you should take measures to guard against specific threats to your business, you should also take some basic, sensible measures that will drastically decrease the threat posed by crime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In particular:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Control access to your building.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Put a receptionist near the point of entry, and tightly control who comes in and out &ndash; make sure every visitor states their business, and is given specific permission to come in. Supervise them whenever possible &ndash; entry passes and lanyards are generally a good idea if you have frequent visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Give one person responsibility for security.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This person should have overall control of the security procedures already in place, and review what needs changing or improving periodically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Develop a clear security policy &ndash; and get employees to follow it to the letter.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make it clear that employees should ask unrecognised visitors their reason for visiting, and report them to the head of security if they are suspicious. Stress the importance of keeping keys and other methods of access secure, and make sure someone is allocated responsibility for locking up and securing the premises at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What physical security measures should you take?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Putting in place the following physical security measures will not only guard against theft and other types of crime, but will keep your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">insurance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> premiums down too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You should take the following measures:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ensure locks and keys are secure<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">British Standard 3621-certified locks are highly secure, and are often required by insurance companies. You can install locks with registered keys &ndash; this means duplicates can only be made with the owner&rsquo;s written consent. Additionally, work out a system of code for matching locks with their corresponding keys which cannot be readily understood by someone unfamiliar with the code.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Keep windows secure<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ensure all windows are closed and securely locked when the building is empty. Burglar bars are a good investment if you are particularly worried about break-ins &ndash; purchase grilles made of steel, rather than iron, and see if you can get them fitted internally for an extra layer of protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Secure the perimeter of your property<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your property is surrounded by a wall or fence, consider installing barbed wire to deter thieves from climbing over. If you are located in a built-up area, illuminating all the gates and points of entry is a good idea, as bystanders can easily spot someone trying to break in. Always lock gates with a padlocked steel chain at night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What electronic security measures can you take?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As well as physical deterrents to crime, you can install electronic systems to protect against threats to your premises. In particular:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>CCTV<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; CCTV can be used to deter thieves, alert staff and police of a break-in, and catch criminals after the event. See below for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Electronic alarm systems<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; You have various options when it comes to electronic alarm systems to protect your property. See our intruder alarm section for more details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How do you guard against IT theft?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Computers and other IT accessories will often be the most valuable items on your premises, and hence are a particular target for thieves. Consider taking the following measures to guard against equipment theft:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep IT equipment away from windows and easily accessible places<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Chain valuable items to the floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep network servers in a locked room and tightly control access<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lock away laptops and portable IT equipment when not in use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mark IT equipment with permanent ultraviolet pens, so you can identify it as yours if it turns up later<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In addition to the physical security measures outlined above, you should take various precautions in order to keep your data safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How do you guard against arson?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take the following precautions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fit out your premises with fire alarms and smoke detectors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Keep flammable material away from where people can access it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ensure that the right kind of fire extinguishers can be found throughout the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">building<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Should you contract out your security?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your business regularly deals with expensive goods or quantities of money, it could be a particular target for criminals. Employing a security company to look after your premises could be a wise investment in these circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When choosing a security company, ask yourself:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What security services do you need?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security companies can provide a range of services, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inspecting existing systems and identifying areas of risk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Installing security systems to deal with these risks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inspecting or patrolling premises on a regular basis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Do you need a security guard?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You might wish to have a full-time guard protecting your premises outside business hours &ndash; or, if threats are particularly prevalent, during normal office hours as well. Factors to consider here include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does the guard come from a company certified by the British Security Industry Association or the International Professional Security Association (the two major accreditation bodies representing security firms in the UK)?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does the guard hold a Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence?&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Has the guard been screened by the security company in accordance with BS 7858:2012 standards? These are pre-employment screening checks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How do you mitigate your loss?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Despite your best efforts, your business could still become a victim of crime. You should have procedures in place to minimise any loss that occurs in this unfortunate situation. In particular:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Draw up an inventory of all your assets, and mark all your property with serial numbers. Take photos of everything. Send this to your insurer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You are most at risk immediately after a break-in; criminals will know that you will soon replace the stolen items, and may return for a repeat performance. Make sure you are especially on guard in the weeks following a break-in, and replace any damaged or broken points of entry and security measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Involve the police and your insurer immediately after the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-how-to-choose-a-security-provider-for-your-business\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;How to choose a security provider for your business&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#how-to-choose-a-security-provider-for-your-business&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;How to choose a security provider for your business&rdquo;]\n<h2>How to choose a security provider for your business<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some key areas to think about are outlined below to help you research, plan, and ultimately, acquire the security solutions your company needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What&rsquo;s your budget?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Think about how much you&rsquo;re willing to spend on security. The initial cost can be offset against the price of any additions, as well as repairs or replacements. As well as this, consider what other outlay you&rsquo;re likely to experience in the worst case scenario: if a crime is committed against your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What type of premises does your business occupy?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A lot of your security decisions will be driven by aspects of your property, including the size, shape, and layout of the space. Additionally, the level of security required will alter depending on what equipment, products, or other valuables you&rsquo;re protecting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What style of security do you want?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you want to maintain a strong brand image, or have a clearly defined design strategy, then opting for security that blends into the background is likely to be best for business &ndash; for example, alarms or security cameras that operate wirelessly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alternatively, if you want to make it known that you have security protection in place to act as a deterrent, then you&rsquo;re likely to choose security services that stand out &ndash; for example, security guards, window grilles, security doors, or roller shutters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What to look for in an alarm company<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When choosing an alarm, you&rsquo;re not only selecting the device &ndash; there are a range of other products and services available, too. What these are, and how much they cost, will depend on what level of security your business needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The National Safety Inspectorate (NSI) and the Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board (SSAIB) are the two main certifying bodies for organisations providing security and fire protection services in the UK.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here are some useful questions to ask prospective companies:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How long is the response time?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What repairs and maintenance services do they offer?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What level of approval from the NSI and\/or the SSAIB do they have?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do their products offer any exclusive features?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do they have an understanding of the challenges of protecting businesses specifically?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How much will it cost &ndash; including the alarm itself, the installation process, and the ongoing servicing?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What to look for in a security company<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Security Industry Authority (SIA) license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; the UK organisation that regulates the security industry offers compulsory licensing training to ensure security workers are qualified and maintain the highest standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To apply for a license, a person must have completed a formal training programme and received a recognised qualification. There are five stages in the process before a license is awarded to an individual, which include background history and criminal record checks.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Awards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; has the company received any awards recognising its work?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Relevant knowledge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; does it know what security for a business entails?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Membership<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; is the security company a member of an industry trade association? For example, the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has membership criteria to assure quality and professionalism<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Price<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; what is the cost per hour? Is there a minimum time requirement?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b style=\"font-size: 15px\">Recommendations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; what do other businesses have to say about them?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-top-business-security-providers\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Top business security providers&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#top-business-security-providers&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Top business security providers&rdquo;]\n<h2>Top business security providers<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In this section, we go into more detail about some of the best security providers for businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Top providers at a glance<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-154\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-154\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Security provider<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Verisure<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Quick installation process<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices are available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Range of products<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Variable; contact provider<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Industry experience<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices are available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To compare quotes for business security, simply complete our quick <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/business-security\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">form.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Verisure: Best for a quick installation process<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Verisure<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">provides wireless alarm systems for domestic and commercial properties. And with more than 3 million customers, it&rsquo;s the number one alarm system in Europe.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It offers a compact, portable, sleek alarm that can support additional products, all wirelessly. The Verisure 3G Control Panel is the centre of its alarm system, with surveillance cameras, detectors, panic buttons, and more all able to be added to the system. It offers wireless installation in 24 hours with no structural work required. And better still, a lifelong warranty is available on its alarm system devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Choosing Verisure to fit burglar alarms is especially suitable for high-end retail businesses, or others that are also strongly design-led, as it offers wireless products with a minimalist aesthetic.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prices are available upon request.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Secom: Best for a range of products&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With the ability to choose from intruder alarms, access control, and CCTV, as well as fire alarms and monitoring services, Secom is the best for its range of products.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It works with both small and large businesses, and so can create a system that is suited to your business requirements. Having worked with some major UK retail brands, it could be particularly suitable for retail businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Secom offers wired and wireless alarms at a variety of price points, as well as security cameras that use CCTV and IP technology. Video analytics and monitoring services are also available. Plus, it can offer fire alarms and other protective aspects of fire safety, such as fire extinguishers and emergency lighting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starting prices vary, depending on which products you choose &ndash; contact the provider for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ADT: Best for industry experience<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ADT offers intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, security fog, and fire detection, as well as monitoring and maintenance services. With 24\/7 support and the ADT Smart Business App, it&rsquo;s easy to access your system and keep in contact with ADT. Plus, it&rsquo;s NSI Gold accredited.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With 145 years of experience, and the ability to offer multiple forms of security protection, ADT is the best for industry experience. Therefore, it could be ideal for small businesses that are just starting out and want to use an established provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prices are available upon request.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-fire-alarms\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Fire alarms&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#fire-alarms&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Fire alarms&rdquo;]\n<h2>Fire alarms<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Minimising the threat that fire poses is crucial to protecting your business, your assets, and most importantly, the safety of your staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The steps to implementing an effective fire alarm system are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Determine the size of your business to establish how complex your fire strategy will be<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Smaller premises may use a system that splits up the premises into various fire zones, which trigger an evacuation if a fire occurs within them<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Larger premises may use an addressable fire detection system, in which each fire detector will have a unique address. This will allow incidents to be identified and dealt with in a precise manner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take into account the needs of your business and premises to create a reliable system that will cope with fire risks in order to protect life and property<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ensure your fire alarm system is properly installed and maintained<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ensure your fire alarm system is capable of carbon monoxide (CO) detection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Decide whether your business would benefit from a fire alarm supplier. These constantly monitor your system to provide 24\/7 safety, contacting the fire brigade and taking other relevant actions if necessary<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-155\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-155\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Fire alarm<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Verisure<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Monitoring service<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices available on request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Bespoke design<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices available on request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT <\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Multiple detection &ndash; carbon monoxide, heat, smoke<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices available on request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have fire alarms?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Just about all businesses will need to have a fire alarm, and if you own the property, then it&rsquo;s a legal requirement to ensure the premises meet fire safety standards.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The London Fire Brigade (LFB) recommends having a smoke or heat alarm in every room that a fire could start in. How complex the system needs to be will depend on your premises &ndash; for more information, read the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.london-fire.gov.uk\/safety\/property-management\/fire-alarms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LFB guide to fire alarms<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Have a look at our article on <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/fire-alarms\/\"><b><i>fire alarms<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> for more specific details.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-intruder-alarms\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Intruder alarms&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#intruder-alarms&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Intruder alarms&rdquo;]\n<h2>Intruder alarms<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Intruder alarm systems can be made up of many aspects, depending on your business type. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Motion detectors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shock sensors (for windows, glass fittings and more)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sirens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Perimeter detectors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Panic buttons<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This could be a DIY alarm that you purchase and install yourself, or a professionally fitted system.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-156\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-156\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Type of alarm<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Basic bells-only alarm<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">A basic bells-only alarm will make a loud noise, which will usually deter the burglar and alert your neighbours or passers-by. It will not contact anyone, though, including yourself, family\/friends, or the police. Essentially, you are relying on the sound deterring the burglar.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Dialler burglar alarms<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Dialler burglar alarms automatically call a specific phone number &ndash; this could be yours, or that of a nominated family member or friend &ndash; once the alarm is triggered.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Smart security systems<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Slightly similar to dialler burglar alarms, a smart burglar alarm will contact you or nominated members when the alarm goes off through an app on a smartphone or tablet.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Monitoring contract<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">This is a different option to the previous three &ndash; you pay a fee (often monthly or annually) to a company, who will take action on your behalf if the alarm goes off.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Other points to consider include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does the alarm conform to British Standard 4737 specifications? Again, this is often required by insurance companies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does the alarm just make a noise, or does it connect to an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC)?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Does it include alarm confirmation technology to guard against false alarms?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Is the installation company certified by the National Security Inspectorate?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best intruder alarms<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-157\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-157\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Intruder alarm<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Verisure 3G Control Panel<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Quick set-up times<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom Wireless Intruder Alarm<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Retail businesses<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">&pound;795+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT <\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Custom systems<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Prices available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have intruder alarms?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Most businesses could benefit from having intruder alarms &ndash; the level of security required will depend on your business, including the type of stock you have and the nature of your premises.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you opt for a basic bell-only alarm or a fully monitored service, intruder alarms offer additional security for greater peace of mind while you&rsquo;re away from your premises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Visit our page on <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/intruder-alarms\/\"><b><i>intruder alarms<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> to find out more.&nbsp;<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>To learn more about prices, visit our <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/alarm-system-costs\/\"><b><i>alarm systems costs<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> page. Or, for more information about alarms in general, read our <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/commercial-alarm-systems-small-businesses-guide\/\"><b><i>commercial alarm systems for small business<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> guide.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-access-control\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Access control&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#access-control&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Access control&rdquo;]\n<h2>Access control<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access control systems allow businesses to control who can and cannot enter a premises, limiting the risk of unwanted intruders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These systems can be relatively simple to operate, offering various entry mechanisms from simple keypad entries to networked swipe card systems, or even biometric entrance (such as fingerprints or retina scans).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access control systems have a much greater range of uses than simply preventing intruders, however. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eliminating the need for mechanical keys &ndash; mechanical keys can fall into the wrong hands, can be lost or damaged, and are often difficult and expensive to replace<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Integration with intruder alarms and CCTV\/camera surveillance equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Restricting access to areas that may be unsafe for unqualified members of staff<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A simple and effective way to track full records of personnel and visitors in the building<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Smart cards (depending on the provider) can often be multi-function, making them useful for vending machines, printers, and other equipment. Some providers even offer this functionality on smartphones and smartwatches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Making the process of denying entry to terminated staff and other unwanted visitors easier<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Providers offer access control systems alongside telephone and video screens, meaning your business has the flexibility to choose what suits you best.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When choosing the added features, such as fingerprint entry, video feeds, and multi-use smart cards, focus on the specific needs of your business. Will your staff benefit? Will this increase productivity? How simple is the system?<\/span><\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-158\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-158\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Clear pricing<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">From &pound;550+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Smart access control<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Kisi<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Cloud-based access control<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have access control?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access control offers an additional layer of security that could be especially helpful for businesses with high number of visitors, as well as those that have premises with certain areas restricted for specific team members only, such as those with on-site CCTV camera and monitoring hubs, or those that store hazardous chemicals that require training to handle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>For more information, read our page on <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/access-control\/\"><b><i>access control<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i>.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-cctv-cameras\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;CCTV cameras&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#cctv-cameras&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;CCTV cameras&rdquo;]\n<h2>CCTV cameras<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether your budget is large or small, CCTV and camera surveillance (referred to herein as surveillance) is an invaluable security measure for your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cameras can be placed indoors or outdoors, and can record in colour, HD (high-definition), and in daylight or darkness, with prices varying accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are the benefits of a CCTV or surveillance system?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Implementing a surveillance system works both in a preventative manner and in a retrospective one:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is an excellent <\/span><b>preventative measure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, deterring intruders and potential issues before they arise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is also a useful way to help <\/span><b>identify and document evidence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> retrospectively if a crime has taken place on your premises, including break-ins, criminal damage and theft<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In ideal situations, a surveillance system will deter would-be criminals &ndash; thus preventing a crime &ndash; or help solve the issue and limit the damage retrospectively. This could be done by identifying the persons involved, or using the footage as evidence in an insurance claim.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What&rsquo;s the difference between CCTV and camera surveillance?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The key difference between CCTV and surveillance cameras is that CCTV saves the footage to a local, private storage location.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In contrast, surveillance cameras save to the cloud and can be accessed remotely, such as via smartphone or tablet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bear in mind that by collecting people&rsquo;s images on CCTV, you are storing &lsquo;personal information&rsquo; under the Data Protection Act, and will have to comply with signage and data storage requirements. Read up on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/data-protection-your-business\/using-cctv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gov.uk guidance for businesses using CCTV and data protection<\/a>. Also, consider the impact of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/blog\/gdpr-what-is-gdpr-and-why-is-it-good-for-business\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">GDPR<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best CCTV cameras<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-159\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-159\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Camera<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Complete security systems<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Packages available from &pound;695+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Swann 8 Channel 5MP Super HD DVR Security System<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Scalability<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">&pound;299.99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Nest Cam IQ Outdoor<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Outdoor use<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">&pound;329<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have CCTV cameras?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While many businesses could use CCTV cameras, they are particularly helpful for businesses that have premises in an out-of-the-way location, or blind spots in certain areas of their site.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>To learn more, check out our guide to the <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/best-cctv-cameras\/\"><b><i>best CCTV cameras<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i>.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-security-doors\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Security doors&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#security-doors&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Security doors&rdquo;]\n<h2>Security doors<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you need an external door to protect your premises from the outside world, or internal doors that can withstand fire, security doors are a key aspect of business security systems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some points to consider when choosing security doors include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Material<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; steel security doors can offer enhanced protection and act as a visual deterrent, while wooden doors may look more familiar and provide more discreet security<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; how much you can afford to allocate per door<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Size<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; available as a single door or double doors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Locks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; think about the number of locks, as well as the type of mechanism e.g. multi-point locking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; the level of security required is likely to differ depending on whether the door is used internally or externally<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Fire doors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; assess if the doors need to be a fire door, which is designed specifically for withstanding fires and smoke. You would use a fire door to create separate areas that (with the fire doors) could help to stop flames or smoke from spreading around your building. Conversely, as fire doors must remain closed, you wouldn&rsquo;t use it in an area where you want to keep the doors open, for instance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b style=\"font-size: 15px\">Design<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; colours, windows, and fittings are some ways in which security doors can be further modified to meet your individual business&rsquo; requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best security doors providers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-160\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-160\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Banham Security<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Bespoke design<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Cooks Industrial Doors<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Industrial specialism<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Latham&rsquo;s Steel Security Doorsets<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Steel doors<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">From &pound;1,499.99 + VAT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have security doors?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many businesses should have security doors, both to reinforce your business&rsquo; protection from the outside world and to help protect your business as part of your fire strategy.&nbsp;<\/span><b><i><\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-security-fog\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Security fog&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Security fog&rdquo;]\n<h2>Security fog<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security fog is positioned as an effective deterrent for would-be criminals, as it operates with the logic that if intruders can&rsquo;t see what&rsquo;s in the room around them, then it&rsquo;s more difficult for items to be stolen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Released from points around the room, security fog can cover an area with dense fog very quickly. It offers an additional layer of protection for your property, and can be used alongside an alarm system or CCTV cameras.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some potential benefits of security fog include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once installed, it offers 24\/7 protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Harmless and non-damaging fog is available<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It can cover a large area<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It can be used by a range of different types of businesses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The security fog system may be connected to an alarm system<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While security fog can be used in a variety of environments, it could be particularly suitable for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">retail businesses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; especially those that sell jewellery or other high-value products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Similarly, businesses that are left unattended for long periods of time or during nighttime could also benefit, as the fog is released as soon as it&rsquo;s activated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best security fog providers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-161\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-161\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Verisure ZeroVision Alarm<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">ARC activation<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT Security Fog<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Quick release time<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">UR Fog<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Anti-tampering feature<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have security fog?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security fog works on the simple premise that if intruders can&rsquo;t see, then it&rsquo;s not possible to steal goods from your business. As such, it can suit a wide range of businesses. However, jewellers and other businesses with high-value stock could find security fog a particularly beneficial form of security.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Learn more about <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/security-fog\/\"><b><i>security fog<\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i> on our dedicated page.<\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-security-monitoring\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Security monitoring&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Security monitoring&rdquo;]\n<h2>Security monitoring<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security monitoring is a slightly different type of business security system, as it&rsquo;s a <\/span><b>service<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, rather than a hardware system (like fire alarms or CCTV cameras).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>An off-site security company will have access to your full security<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, including CCTV cameras, access control systems, and intruder alarms. The company will monitor these feeds, usually 24\/7, and deal with any security issues on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">premises<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> on your behalf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Most providers will aim to deal with any issues within minutes, at any time of day or night, notifying the relevant emergency services and dispatching their security response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Guard response and monitoring services are <\/span><b>usually paid annually or monthly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Suppliers will factor in several variables when providing you with a quote for alarm monitoring, so it can be difficult to provide exact costings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These costs will depend on the size and nature of your business, as well as your <\/span><b>location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and the more <\/span><b>specific details of your premises<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Which types of business is security monitoring suitable for?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Choosing to use security guards from private security companies could be particularly beneficial for hospitality businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, door staff (also known as bouncers) offer frontline protection for your bar or club. Plus, they can help you to stay compliant with the law, by checking IDs of people coming onto your premises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another sector which often benefits from security guards is retail &ndash; shops can use security guards to monitor customers, and to <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/analysis\/shoplifters-r-us\/\">help catch shoplifters<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alternatively, if you run a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">construction business<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and worry about a site being a target for crime overnight or other long stretches of time, security guards can patrol it to ensure its security.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Depending on the type of system, you may require security guards to monitor CCTV for your business. See above for more information on security cameras.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best security monitoring providers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-162\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-162\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Verisure<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Alarm monitoring<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Secom<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">End-to-end security solution<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">ADT<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Choice of response types<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Price available upon request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have security monitoring?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Handing over your business security system to specialists is suitable for a variety of businesses, but those that have complex needs or operate across multiple sites may find this particularly useful.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Also, if you run your business remotely and so aren&rsquo;t in the area or country, then using a local security specialist could offer additional security and peace of mind.<\/span><b><i><\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-water-detectors\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Water detectors&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Water detectors&rdquo;]\n<h2>Water detectors<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What would you do if your business experienced a water leakage? It may be easy to overlook this, but water detectors can form an integral part of your business security system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you&rsquo;re looking to protect a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">server<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or boiler room, or to monitor fridges and other equipment in a commercial kitchen in a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">restaurant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, there are a number of reasons why your business might need one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">They can also be effective in showers, toilets, and other areas of your premises where water leaks could occur.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A water detector may be able to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Identify leaks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Send a notification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shut off the system<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sound an alarm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connect with other devices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Offering round-the-clock monitoring against water damage, water detectors are available to suit a range of business&rsquo; needs, from simple devices through to options with more extensive functions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As water damage can be an expensive, lengthy process to repair, water detectors offer protection against worst-case scenarios.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 3 best water detectors<\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-163\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-163\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Product<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">D-Link Wi-Fi Water Leak Sensor DCH-S161<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Long cable length<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Vary according to retailer; prices from &pound;29.95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Vimpex Hydrosense<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Battery standby life<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Vary according to system; conventional panel available from &pound;274.93<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Honeywell Lyric Water Leak & Freeze Detector<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Established provider<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Variable, available from &pound;88.17<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What type of business should have water detectors?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you have showers and other full bathroom facilities on your premises, then water detectors could be a necessity.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Similarly, if you run a business that would be particularly impaired by water damage &ndash; for example, a restaurant with fresh food on-site &ndash; then consider water detectors to protect your property.<\/span><b><i><\/i><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-next-steps-compare-business-security-quotes\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Next steps: Compare business security quotes&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Next steps: Compare business security quotes&rdquo;]\n<h2>Next steps: Compare business security quotes<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At this stage, we&rsquo;ve covered a considerable amount of information, giving you the key details you need to know about business security. These include the different aspects of a security system, as well as how to keep your premises secure and how to choose a provider.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more specific details on each section, click the relevant link below to be taken to the corresponding page:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/access-control\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Access control<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/best-cctv-cameras\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CCTV cameras<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/fire-alarms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fire alarms<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/intruder-alarms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Intruder alarms<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/premises\/security\/security-fog\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Security fog<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Or, to receive information and quotes that are tailored to your business, and be put in touch with suppliers that can discuss your needs in more detail, fill in our quick <a href=\"https:\/\/webforms.startups.co.uk\/business-security\">quote form<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<\/p><div class=\"jumplink-anchor-section\">\n <div class=\"jumplink-anchor-pointer\" id=\"link-business-security-the-faqs\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text show_in_index=&rdquo;true&rdquo; title_index=&rdquo;Business security: The FAQs&rdquo; hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#business-security:-the-faqs&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h2&Prime; title=&rdquo;Business security: The FAQs&rdquo;]\n<h2>Business security: The FAQs<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here, we answer some of the most common queries about business security.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>1. How can a business improve its security?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your business may already have some security measures in place &ndash; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">if so, you should review these measures and think about how you can enhance the protection they provide<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> In addition to alarms and cameras, some ideas for additional security features include window grilles and roller shutters, which are fitted across windows internally and externally, respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>2. Why does a business need security?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Protecting valuable stock, deterring would-be intruders, or offering a safe environment for your staff: these are some of the main reasons why a business needs a security system. Plus, it can offer you peace of mind for when your premises are unoccupied. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>3. What are business security requirements?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When creating a security system for your business, there may be a number of requirements that influence it. Your business insurance policy could have certain stipulations you have to meet. Also, consider the type of building, as well as the stock stored there.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text hash_url=&rdquo;https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/business-security\/#&rdquo; title_type=&rdquo;h1&Prime;]Business owners will spend much of their time focusing on freeing up cash flow, expanding operations, and generally keeping their heads above water. Because of this, business security can take a back seat. It is often implemented as a reactionary measure following a crime, rather than in a precautionary or preventative manner. For [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91127,"featured_media":122911,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2962,4248],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n<title>Business security systems | Does your business need it?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Protecting your workplace is crucial for both your business and your staff. 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