With security taking on increased importance in every aspect of our lives, schools, businesses, events and anywhere lives and property could be at risk, a multi-layered approach to security must be implemented.

Not long ago, many business owners thought well-placed, visible security cameras would be enough to discourage crime, or a guard gate at the entrance of a private community would keep criminals out. Increasingly, we’re finding that a multi-layered security plan, incorporating numerous security measures, is worth the effort and the most successful.

Just about every location, whether public or private, needs to incorporate multiple security practices. The most common are security guards at entry points and, depending on its size, throughout a venue, security cameras with live monitoring and guest check-ins/monitoring.

As criminals become more sophisticated in their attempts to wreak havoc, those responsible for safety and security must be just as sophisticated—and one step ahead.