SAFETY & SECURITY 77 Maintain a physical presence


Physical security systems are not a new concept, but they are equal in importance to cyber security measures when it comes to protecting people, property, and assets, as Roger Humphreys of Charter Global explains


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istorically, perimeter security mostly referred to the protection of high-risk sites such as military facilities and critical national infrastructure as a response to serious threats like violent assaults, targeted threats and in the worst cases, terrorist attacks. However, advancements in technology and manufacturing capabilities have broadened the applications of perimeter and building security, expanding into more common sectors like commercial, retail, transportation, and even residential applications.


Security has become a top priority across almost every industry, and as companies now depend on IT infrastructure to carry


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out day-to-day operations, securing the digital network makes practical sense. Naturally businesses invest heavily in cyber- security, but in today’s economic climate, this is not sufficient.


Let’s get physical


Physical security components such as keypads, ID badges, biometric logins and security guards will limit access for unauthorised individuals, but the more elemental line of defence is the building itself. Considering the fabric, such as doors, windows, and other access points is key to establishing best practice when it comes to the design of physical security. Designers, architects, and security


Security has become a top priority across almost every industry, and as companies now depend on IT infrastructure to carry out day-to-day operations, securing the digital network makes practical sense


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