Employee Theft Can Impact A Retail Store’s Holiday Revenue

Shoplifters aren’t the only thieves who can spoil a retailer’s holiday season. Employee theft can be a bottom-line wrecker. According to the 30th Annual Retail Theft Survey  of 21 large retailers conducted by Jack L. Hayes International, 40,286 dishonest employees were apprehended in 2017. Over $38 million was recovered from employee apprehensions—and that’s just from […]

Shopping Season In High Gear: Are You Doing All You Can To Safeguard Your Store From Shoplifting?

Although more and more consumers are buying gifts online, you wouldn’t know it by the size of crowds during the holidays. The rush of shoppers right before Christmas is at its highest. After-Christmas sales will bring in another influx of shoppers. It’s that time of year when retail storeowners need to be on high alert […]

Holiday Shopping Security

When holiday shopping, we tend to get so caught up in the spirit of the holidays—the decorations, the crowds, the adventure of finding just the right present for a loved one—we can sometimes let our guard down. Retailers add more shopping center security guards this time of year to deter theft, but there are still […]

Keep Holiday Deliveries Out Of The Hands Of Thieves

Most of us are addicted to shopping online—especially during the holidays. The U.S. Postal Service expects to deliver 900 million packages during the holidays this year. UPS will deliver another 800 million. Most of those packages will be deposited on people’s front doorsteps. Here are some tips to ensure those packages are safely received. Send […]

How to Decide Whether Your Business Needs A Security Guard

Sufficient security is an important part of a successful business. Unfortunately, realizing that security is lacking typically occurs after a break-in, an act of vandalism or other serious incident. Electronic options such as surveillance cameras, motion detectors and alarms are helpful, but in many cases, having a security guard onsite can greatly shore up your […]

The Security Do’s & Don’ts Of A Holiday Office Party

Tis the season when companies like to say “thank you” to their employees by hosting holiday office parties. Some are simple—an afternoon off to eat and possibly hand out gifts. Others are more elaborate—celebrations that include dinner and entertainment at a fancy venue. Regardless of the size or budget, safety and security measures must be […]

Keeping Your Family Safe In Crowds

The holiday season is when we gather to attend events—holiday concerts, parades, plays and parties at public venues—the season is a perfect time to celebrate with friends and family. Because we’ll sometimes find ourselves in large crowds, it’s smart to take precautions to stay safe. ACS provides security and crowd control management at events. Our […]

Fire Watch Security

  For those whose homes or businesses were damaged by the fires raging throughout California, the aftermath brings new concerns—how to protect what’s remaining from vandals who often see a fire as an opportunity to ransack unoccupied properties. Businesses and owners of high-end homes often hire security guard services to watch over fire-damaged locations until […]

Restaurant Security

Restaurants are faced with unique security issues. They must maintain secure surroundings for staff and guests, enact safety measures in the kitchen to prevent accidents and take steps to stop theft by customers skipping out on a bill or by employees—all while creating an open, inviting and friendly environment. Door Security Guards. Most restaurants don’t […]

Another Tragedy in a Place of Worship

The massacre at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, where 11 people were gunned down and six others were injured, is a tragic reminder of the world we live in today. Our deep condolences to all those affected. The Tree of Life shooting is just the latest attack at a house of worship. In […]