Pioneer Security Services Blog

Deterring Warm Weather Nuisances
There are a variety of nuisances that tend to emerge in the summer months — and while not all of them may be crimes, they can certainly compromise the security of your business in addition to costing you money. Here are some of those warm weather nuisances, and ways you can use our security services to deter them.

Summer Security Risks: Is Your Business Equipped?
In 2020, the summer season kicked off months of violent crime in cities from coast to coast. Unfortunately, there are valid concerns that the summer of 2021 may introduce a second wave. Citing the easing of COVID restrictions and increased gun purchases as early indicators, The Wall Street Journal reports that police in cities across the U.S. are bracing for a violent summer.

Video Verification: Simple Notification to True Confirmation
There’s a difference between a security system notifying police of a security event, versus truly confirming the event so they see its validity. This is an important difference, because it affects police response time to your business if your alarm is activated.

How AI is Changing Business Security
For a criminal targeting a business, breaching security is the only goal – whether the means of committing the breach is trespassing, vandalism or burglary. As you know, all of these security breaches are classified as crimes. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way business security is approached. At Pioneer Security, our live video guard service adds AI to proactive, human-powered security monitoring to provide you with the most powerful crime prevention measures available.

How Does Live Remote Guarding Work?
There are new realities in business security as we enter 2021. Businesses of all types are now being forced to look at ways to upgrade safety and security protocol without the benefit of budget flexibility. Rather than spending up to $75,000 a year on hiring live security guards, businesses can save money by investing in a service that’s more affordable and equally effective. It’s live remote guarding, which combines the best of all security interventions: motion sensor cameras, artificial intelligence and human intervention. Here’s how it works.

Proactive vs. Reactive Video Monitoring
One of our most unique offerings is proactive video monitoring, a service that provides live video guards who remotely watch your outdoor security cameras in real time. This service combines the modern edge of AI with the timeless efficiency of human intellect. How...

How to Deter Loitering Without Hiring an On-Site Security Guard
Many businesses hire security guards to protect their property and employees, but there are several drawbacks to letting a security guard protect your business.

How the Coronavirus Affects Access Control and Security Now and in the Future
The COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses all over the world to close. As companies start to open back up, a new way of doing business greets them. Social distancing guidelines requirements mean businesses must implement new policies and procedures that protect the health and safety of employees and visitors. Thankfully, technology allows us to use cutting-edge security and access control systems as a solution to the problem.

4 Ways to Keep An Eye On Your Business During a State Lockdown
Today we’re adapting to a new normal that encourages social distancing. States have closed non-essential businesses and ordered people to shelter in place. So, what’s that mean for the security of your business? Luckily, advanced security technology makes it possible to keep an eye on your business, even when you’re not there.

Should You Partially Upgrade to IP Video Surveillance or Go All In?
Upgrading your analog video surveillance system to IP Video is a smart move to make, but since it’s more expensive, should you install it gradually, or all at once? Here are some factors to consider when upgrading your security cameras.