All business owners want their companies to be safe and secure. Not only does this benefit their employees’ personal safety, but it also means that there is no risk that any sensitive information or data that you handle in the office will be lost or stolen. So there is no wonder that many businesses and companies hold office safety and security in high regard.
But how exactly do you increase the overall security of your office or workspace? There are numerous ways in which this can be done. And, thankfully, most of them don’t have to cost you too much cash. Interested in fixing up your office’s security in 2017? Here are some of the best ways you can do just that.
Get Some CCTV
CCTV is a great deterrent that can put off potential burglars from attempting to enter your office. As soon as an intruder notices a CCTV camera on the exterior of a building, they won’t try and break in. That’s because their face could end up on video, which could be used as evidence by the police. Full CCTV systems can be extremely expensive, though, and this can put off many company owners from having it installed on their office. However, there is a way you can keep the cost down. And all you need to do is to install some fake CCTV cameras. A burglar won’t be able to tell that these are fake, and they will still be put off from trying to enter the building. It is also worth installing CCTV into the interior of your office, just in case a burglar does enter. This will make it a lot easier for the police to identify them.
Store Your Documents Better
Thanks to advances in technology and the Internet, there are now numerous ways you can store your Internet. As well as in their original paper form, documents are now often stored online or on a company’s own computer network. If you do plan on storing soft copies of all these documents online or on a computer network, you will need to make sure that they are secure. Ensure that your computers each have up to date cyber security software installed on them so that they are not at risk of a security breach from a hacker or virus. There are a number of specialist companies who can help you improve your document’s security. They can assist you with document scanning and secure cloud storage.
Invest In Intercom
You want to make sure that you know exactly who comes into your office during the day while all your employees are at work. This is for their own safety, and to keep all your important documents and expensive equipment safe. If you have an open door without any way that your receptionist can screen people before they enter, you could be allowing potentially dangerous people into your office. That is why investing in an intercom system is very useful for any office. When someone buzzes the bell, they will be able to speak to the receptionist over the intercom. And then the receptionist can make a decision as to whether to let them in or not.
Limit The Number Of Keys
You will no doubt have keys to access various things in the office. These will include the office itself as well as secure filing cabinets and safes. It is important that you limit the number of copies you get made of the keys. Not every single member of staff will need the keys so don’t just hand them out to everyone. Keep a key to the office for yourself. You should give one to your receptionist if she arrives before everyone else. Your managers should be the only other people who have keys to the filing cabinets and safes as well as yourself. Limiting the number of copies prevents the risk of the keys going missing or falling into the wrong hands. You may prefer to ditch the key to the office altogether and replace the traditional lock with a key-code lock. That way, there is no key to lose!
As you can see, improving your office’s security is quite easy to do. And it doesn’t have to set your bank balance back too much! By carrying out all of the above tips, you will be able to make your office a lot securer in almost no time at all. Once it is safe and secure, you, your employees, and your office will be able to reap the benefits!