Security Cameras: Four Simple Tips For Small Business Owners

Small business owners often overlook one of the most vital and costly issues facing them -- the matter of loss prevention. They often turn a blind eye to the very real issues of theft, vandalism, and internal embezzlement. Sadly, this is simply something that business owners cannot ignore. Recent studies have shown that business lose billions of dollars a year by ignoring the issue of loss prevention. Below, we have listed our top four recommendations for small business owners looking to put together a comprehensive security system. 1. Choose a security company with a good reputation, many security companies advertise their services based on cost effectiveness. Cost is an important factor, but value is much more important, make sure you are spending your money wisely. Your small business insurance agency may be a good place for suggestions on a reputable security firm, they can help you make an informed choice. 2. Say no to "DIY": some business owners think it is a good idea to set up their own "security system" in order to make money. Using inexpensive web cameras and off the shelf products is not a good way to get quality results, because it turns out that this is very time intensive for business owners, who aren't always clear about what they are looking for in their security tapes. So don't do it yourself -- instead, it will be worth a little extra to pay a company to provide security for you. 3. Location is key: in loss prevention, it is important to ensure that every single location in your business is covered by security cameras. Some business owners might try to keep down costs by using a small number of security cameras. Instead, you should always remember that thieves will take advantage of this situation in order to rob you blind; if you only have one or two cameras, criminals will simply target all of your camera-free areas. 4. Monitor your employees and customers: small business owners often aren't aware that loss prevention efforts need to be targeted toward both employees and customers. The small business owner that only trains security cameras on his or her merchandise can be stolen blind by a crooked employee. Likewise, if you are only monitoring employees, a single break-in can bankrupt you. We hope you've found these simple tips useful. As a small business owner, we know that your most important goal is protecting your bottom line. Remember, the key to strong loss prevention is using strong prevention. Spending a few extra dollars on loss prevention can ward off thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses.

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About the Author: One of the most important, but often overlooked aspects of small business is loss prevention. If you are a business owner, and are considering installing a security system, then check out our top four tips for business owners below. Find a security company with a good track record: some security companies position themselves based on cost. Don't go it on your own. By far, one of the most important aspects of setting up a successful security solution is the location of the security cameras.