Wishing You a Happy, Healthy and Safe 2024

We’d like to thank our clients for trusting ACS for their security needs throughout 2023. With crime on the rise, you turned to us to help keep you, your employees and customers safe. Our guards secured events, public places, warehouses, medical centers and residential communities. Every day, we see the good in so many people […]

Secure Perimeter With Security Guards and Technology

Securing a perimeter can be challenging whether it’s a large event, school campus, business or government facility. A combination of security guards and technology can keep intruders out. Real-Time Monitoring. For perimeter security to be effective, it should be done in real-time. Reviewing security camera footage hours after a breach is too late. Security guards […]

Added Security At This Year’s Religious Holiday Celebrations

Extra security precautions will be in place during the holidays with tensions running high because of events taking place throughout the world. Synagogues, temples and churches are requesting added security guards to protect their houses of worship. Other religious holiday events including festivals and concerts, are also getting special attention. World Events Hit Home. Although […]

Keeping the Peace at Public Demonstrations

Whether at parks, government sites, city streets or other public areas, local officials need to keep demonstrations from becoming violent. While most are peaceful, it only takes one or two individuals to instigate violence and cause harm. Security guards at demonstrations are one way to keep participants safe. Security Presence Deters Troublemakers. Everyone has a […]

$112.1 Billion in Retail Shrinkage According To National Retail Federation Survey

The National Retail Federation (NRF) just released its 2023 Retail Security Survey. Retail shrinkage accounted for $112.1 billion in losses in 2022. Organized retail crime (ORC), homelessness concerns and non-ORC theft were top on the list of risks and threats. Retailers in the survey cited security personnel as one way of stopping or apprehending shoplifters. […]

Not All Shoplifting is “Smash and Grab” – Security Guards Can Prevent Smaller-Scale Theft

Much has been reported about the “smash and grab” theft epidemic plaguing the country, but more common shoplifting is still a major problem. A prolific shoplifter has hit Southern California Target stores at least 25 times. Most of these one or two-person jobs can be prevented with a strong store security guard presence. Manageable Numbers. […]

Cities Hire Security Guards As Police Shortage Grows

Cities are hiring security guards to help make up for a shortage of police officers. Salinas, California is considering hiring private security guards to patrol a park in the evening because the city’s shrinking police force doesn’t have the resources to provide park security. Smaller towns are being hit hardest by the shortage. Why There […]

Security Guards Having An Impact on Retail Crime

A Palo Alto, California security guard stopped a mob from entering a Louis Vuitton store at a local mall. Ten to 12 masked and hooded individuals targeted the store. The first two were stopped from entering. The guard then locked the door causing the would-be robbers to jump in their cars and leave the scene. […]

Retail Theft Cuts Into Profits: Added Security Guards Needed

Sluggish earning reports by Dollar Tree and Dick’s Sporting Goods say retail theft is primarily to blame. While Dollar Tree says it will lock up more merchandise or stop selling some goods entirely, theft will continue. Store security guards are needed to deter theft and keep employees and customers safe. When Security Guards Are Most […]

Security Guards To Fit Your Needs and Budget

Security guards come with all types of expertise and skills. Security is not a one-size-fits-all industry. Security guard firms can help you find the right level and type of guard for your security needs. Security Guard Selection Based On Requirements. Guards are assigned at public events for crowd control, at weddings to safeguard gifts and […]