Throughout the latter part of May, idling business owners across the country waited anxiously to get the “go ahead” to open their doors to the public once again. As this approval came through in many states, business owners excitedly reopened their doors, thrilled to have a way to earn a living again.
However, with these businesses reopening, inventory and cash are moving again. While this is great news for business owners and the economy, it can also be enticing to potential burglars.
With all the other challenges presented by COVID-19 for business owners, now is the time to take notice and take steps to protect your future revenue. Therefore, it is a great time to check out your existing security and determine if an upgrade is needed.
Protecting Your Business
As stores continue opening, there has been a wave of robberies and break ins throughout the area and the country. While any store or location can be targeted, it seems like convenience stores are a popular option for nefarious individuals right now. While this is true, it does not mean that other business owners should not be reevaluating their own security and safety protocol.
Preparing for Safety
With all the variables involved with opening your doors again, it is essential you ensure your business location is as risk-free and secure as possible. Some things to check out and updated (if needed) include:
- Ensure all electronic security infrastructure is operational
- Physically secure your business location
- Protect your network from potential cyber criminals
- Rethink procedures to accommodate social distancing and the use of face masks
Even if you currently have an alarm system in place, consider adding another layer of security such as video monitoring or access control. This will help you have even more peace of mind that your newly reopened business is safe and secure.
