Not “Your Father’s” Security Company

We are not “your father’s” security company of just physically-present guards aimlessly walking the premises, relying on their sense of hearing to detect something amiss all the while hoping there isn’t a confrontation with anyone in their near future. We don’t argue that there may still be places where a physical guard presence is needed, but we at Guardian Integrated Security have found ways to improve secure conditions for of our customers.

We attain our unmatched level of security through using A.I.-sourced equipment – either solely or to supplement what the existing physical security presence may be doing for you. The future of security does not include bodyguards and lasers detecting movement through a space. Instead, it will be a simple yet sophisticated system with high intelligence built in.

Technology is rapidly evolving, and with it, both artificial intelligence (A.I.) protocols and our solutions that take advantage of the security benefits these advancements bring.

Todd McCormick

Global Director of Operations

How Artificial Intelligence Can Make Construction Sites More Secure – Part 1

Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is a powerful tool when used for security purposes and the technology is incredibly versatile too. It can be used near your home’s doorbell (like Ring systems) to catch porch pirates rudely trying to thieve Amazon deliveries or to protect multi-million dollar projects, equipment, and properties. In this 3-part series, we’ll be focusing on how A.I. improves security at construction sites.

For this installment, we’re looking at why Artificial Intelligence makes an ideal adjunct to physical security guard patrols

24/7, 365, Eyes Always on the Prize

Protection programs featuring personnel that roam properties will always have a place, and there’s no denying that over time, they have proven to be successful at deterring nefarious activity. Integrating CCTV and other technological advancements allows there to be more “eyes on” more hours of the day every day. Leaders in the construction industry count this – by far – as A.I.-powered remote monitoring’s most beneficial feature. There is immense value in having access to real-time information from a system that is always on duty and can integrate with many different types of cameras capable of capturing images at night and even heat signatures of potential threats.

2020 brought to light a huge vulnerability with relying on just security guards – staffing levels can be subject to unforeseen forces and situations where public health dictates procedures and precautionary measures. If someone tests positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the administrative office, it was recommended that the entire team be tested and anyone in close contact to quarantine until the results came back. In the first few months of the pandemic spreading across the United States, it was an even more dire situation. Due to the long incubation time of the virus, many didn’t even realize they were sick until they had already exposed numerous people, and that affected the ability to work of entire offices and their workforces.

Obtain Evidence for Both Solving and Preventing Crimes

According to the National Equipment Register, losses from reported thefts on construction sites in America is up to $1 billion per year. In last month’s newsletter, we shared an article about this staggering fact, and why it’s so easy for intruders and thieves to steal anything – from a handheld drill to a bulldozer. In some states, video evidence or a witness statement is required to file a police report about this kind of theft. From our experience, we can tell you that the chances are not very good that someone sees the crime happen (both with perfect timing and lighting), the individual knows or looks for whom to tell they did see it and is willing to get involved. Employing A.I.-driven security systems not only gives more eyes to look around your property at any hour, but also more eyes to see when something inappropriate or problematic has happened, allowing you to share the who, what, where, when, how, and other particulars with the appropriate authorities.

Utilizing our advanced A.I. technology, companies can glean data about not only thefts, but accidents, productivity, staffing issues, and safety concerns as well. Guardian Integrated Security is obviously most interested in securing our clients’ properties, but we are always happy to share what our protection solutions find and record when it comes to keeping the workplace safe and workers out of harm’s way while on the job, as well as opportunities to reduce costs or keep them as low as possible.

Next month’s installment of “How Artificial Intelligence Can Make Construction Sites More Secure” will take a more in-depth look at construction site safety.