Monitored alarms, unmonitored alarms, security guards- part time or full time- all these factors need to be considered when choosing the type of security you want for your business.

Whether you decide on a combination of security personnel and supplement this protection by using some type of alarm system, the important thing is to have a secure building, while maintaining protection for your employees and anyone who comes to your business.

Before deciding on your security needs, you should:

• Have a security consultation with a professional security company.

• Talk to owners with other businesses in your area.

• Local emergency personnel are another source of information and may even be able to tell you the average response time of monitored systems in your location.

• The internet is a valuable resource tool and can provide almost anything you would want to know about the different systems and technologies available.

The more information you know, the better decision you will make on what type of security to have for your business.