Protective Operations & Guard Services

The SecurityInfoWatch.com Protective Operations & Guard Services category is a collection of news, product/service listings and other resources for those who manage in-house guard programs or contract with third-party providers. It covers a wide range of technology, equipment and other services provided for or by security officers.
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The growing wealth gap and heightened public resentment toward corporate leadership have intensified the need for robust executive protection.
April 4, 2025
In response to the assassination of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, companies are reassessing their executive protection strategies, with 360 Privacy leveraging data analytics...
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Corporate security teams must conduct regular open-source intelligence (OSINT) assessments on their top executives to find out exactly what, where, and when sensitive information is being exposed.
March 17, 2025
The assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO underscores the critical need for companies to enhance executive protection by limiting the exposure of sensitive personal information...
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Civil unrest, political polarization, and wealth inequality, among other factors, amplify threat actors' personal grievances, which they lash out in increasingly destructive ways.
March 13, 2025
Rebel Global Security CEO Mark Freedman shares his take on the recent spate of terror threats in the U.S.
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AI-driven security technology and autonomous robotic systems are transforming organizations' guard force management.
March 13, 2025
Organizations that adopt these technologies gain a competitive edge through stronger security, cost efficiency, and greater resilience.
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In the aftermath of the United Healthcare CEO assignation, boards of directors have convened emergency sessions, family offices are reassessing security protocols, and the C-suite is questioning its preparedness for emerging threats.
After the UnitedHealthcare attack, organizations must have a structured and practical protection framework.
Allied Universal welcomes Taylor Carr to its Technology Services Business Unit
March 11, 2025
In this role, Carr will oversee operations and drive growth across all revenue segments of the business.
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From night watchmen with minimal training to highly skilled professionals equipped with advanced technology, the role of security guards has evolved dramatically over the past 50 years.
March 6, 2025
Over the past 50 years, the role of security guards has evolved from basic watchmen to highly trained professionals, driven by advancements in training, technology, and public...
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March 5, 2025
This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where women can thrive professionally and personally.
MOTOTRBO R5 Digital Portable Two-Way Radio from Motorola Solutions
Feb. 25, 2025
The R5 is designed to perform across a wide range of workplace environments and worker profiles.
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As digital and physical threats converge, executives face rising risks from AI-driven disinformation, deepfake attacks, and online harassment. Proactive monitoring and narrative intelligence are now critical for corporate security.
Feb. 21, 2025
According to a new Nisos report, the rise in online hostility toward corporate leaders is staggering, with over 2,200 direct threats against CEOs identified in just five weeks...
Motorola Solutions cloud technologies earn highest FedRAMP Authorization level
Feb. 18, 2025
The authorization includes Motorola Solutions’ APX-series radios and select APX radio applications, as well as the integration with CommandCentral Aware.
Allied Universal among America's Most Admired Workplaces, according to Newsweek
Jan. 28, 2025
The news outlet’s 2025 list features companies most respected by, both, current employees and job seekers.
Allied Universal and Clery Center partner to promote campus security initiatives and education
Jan. 21, 2025
Allied Universal will work with the Clery Center’s board of directors and members to help ensure that college and university officials meet the standards of the Jeanne Clery Act...
Spot AI launches Remote Video AI Agent for physical security
Jan. 16, 2025
Spot AI’s Remote Security Agent delivers a unified solution that reduces false alarms while extending protection to previously vulnerable or isolated areas.