Security Systems: DIY or Professional Installation?

When you are purchasing a security system for your business there are several factors you must take into account. What type of system do you want for your business? Purchasing the hardware for your system can be expensive

especially when you aren’t sure of exactly what you want. What services do you want included with your security system? Remote access, silent alarms, and other automated services are things that need to be wired into your building. These tools can be very helpful when monitoring your business after hours or while you are on vacation. How do you want the system to alert you when there is a problem? Many systems can use email or cell phone alerts instead of calling the home phone but you have to set that feature up. All of the things you have to think about start adding up and can make for a huge headache. By choosing a company to professionally install your security system it can alleviate the pressure and help you answer all of your questions! Service technicians are trained on these security systems and can help you design the system you want to give your business maximum coverage. The pros of having your security system professionally installed include:

• ·         Proper assessment of your security needs

• ·         Ensuring and guaranteeing your system is properly installed

• ·         Answering any and all question you may have about the new system

• ·         They can teach you how to use the new system – no more flipping through the owner’s manual!

• ·         They can make suggestions regarding the best security for your business

• ·         You will have a more reliable system that works the way you want it to

• ·         24/7 assistance in case of malfunction or user error

• ·         The job will be done correctly and quickly while you sit back and relax

• ·         Wired security systems can increase your property value unlike cheap portable security systems

With all of those benefits you can see that professional installation of your business’ security system is the way to go. Call Affordable Telephone System to schedule your installation today!

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Have you really protected everything?

By now you already know that having a security system for your small business is a must but is it performing at its maximum potential or is it operating at its minimum capabilities? Will an intruder be able to snatch up one or more of your valuable assets and leave before the police arrive? Don’t wait to find out - Do something about it! You can set up your security system to do more than just sound an alarm when someone breaks in. What about double protecting your assets? Hackers are constantly keeping up with technology and they know how to access any computer, cell phone, or tablet you may have to get into your network. You need to be diligent and protect your assets and your information.  Keeping your electronics in a locked and monitored room is a good way to keep track of your equipment. At the end of each day have your employees shut down the company electronics and if they are portable, lock them away. This will minimize the number of electronics a hacker has access to and an intruder can steal. You can have the lock be as fancy or as simple as you please. A nifty card swipe reader will allow only authorized and trusted employees to access the locked room. A simple passcode lock means every employee can have access but an intruder would have another layer of protection to get through. Affordable Telephone Systems can help you install the security system that will leave criminals who attack your business empty handed. Call them today!

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Installing Security Cameras While Respecting Privacy

Preventing theft in the workplace is an important concern, but when do the company security policies and invasive camera surveillance become unreasonable?

Company theft can cost your business a lot of money when you consider the lost inventory, compromised data, and the time spent on recovering and restoring the loss. While it is your responsibility to protect your company’s assets and data, you also need to respect the rights of your employee’s to reasonable privacy.

Here are some suggestions for introducing increased security in the workplace without introducing stress and concern amongst your staff.

Cameras - Small, inconspicuous or complete hidden cameras will reduce the feeling of being watched.  Further, a hidden camera will be less likely to be disabled or destroyed by the perpetrator and valuable data salvaged to catch and prosecute the criminal.

Placement - Don’t place cameras in restrooms, locker rooms, or other places where people assume they are not being watched.  It is an invasion of privacy where it is not necessarily needed.  If you own a clothing store with Fitting Rooms, that’s a different situation.  Carefully worded postings in the Fitting Room can mitigate the situation.

Communicate – Be an effective communicator and set expectations and provide updates on any changes in security measures to your employees.  By being open about the changes it will eliminate suspicion and increase their feelings of safety in the work environment.

If you have any questions about security installation, best security systems, or security features, call the friendly experts at Affordable Telephone Systems.  They have helped hundreds of small businesses like yours with their security and telephone requirements.

Affordable Telephone Systems                866-666-9650

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