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The Value of Investigative Due Diligence When making important business decisions, it is critical to undertake a proper due diligence investigation. Due diligence is defined as, “the care a reasonable person exercises to avoid harm to other persons or their property.” Investigative due diligence refers to the research and analysis of an individual or organization done in preparation for a business transaction. Concealed or misrepresented facts can leave companies vulnerable to fraud. Due diligence …
2017 Presidential Inauguration Security Analysis Security planning and preparations for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump have been underway for months and will likely cost more than $100 million. In addition to the usual range of threats, officials from federal, state and local agencies are preparing this year for a record number of protests aimed at disrupting the ceremony and registering disapproval of Trump’s presidency. Government officials are planning for a crowd upwards of one …
Super Bowl LI Security Measures With just 3 days left, Houston, Texas is gearing up to host its 3rd Super Bowl. While there is no credible threat, officials have been working non-stop to secure almost three miles of security perimeter around the venue. Reuters reports, “metal detectors, bomb-sniffing dogs and myriad other security equipment have been deployed across downtown Houston and 7 miles (11 km) southwest at NRG Stadium, which will host the football game and about 73,000 spectators.” Unlike …
Enhanced Protection Services Bomb Dogs Serving the Air Cargo Industry Enhanced Protection Services Bomb Dogs Serving the Air Cargo Industry The air cargo sector continues to be a top target for terrorists. As such, security vigilance remains a top priority. In a recent article in Supply Chain Management Review, Executive Editor Patrick Burnson interviewed Airforwarders Association Executive Director, Brandon Fried, to discuss several of the current issues facing the industry, including the …
A Layered Security Approach within the Stadium Environment In today’s global threat environment, stadiums are high-profile targets. In response, sports organizations must be active, rigorous and vigilant on stadium security. Protection of fans, players, staff and venues requires a robust security posture that identifies growing threats and recognizes vulnerabilities. In our last blog, “The Value of a Comprehensive Threat Assessment in a Stadium Environment”, we took a close look at the critical need to …
Case Study: Manchester Attack and External Venue Security The attack at Manchester Arena in May 2017 underlies the importance of stringent security throughout public areas of your sports or entertainment venue. A suicide bomber targeted crowds during egress, avoiding any security checkpoints. The attack resulted in 22 casualties and 119 injuries. Security in public areas surrounding your venue can present a huge challenge, but there are efficient steps to take. Secondary Perimeter The first important …
Third Party Canine Screening is Coming – What You Should be Doing Now As the air cargo and aviation sectors continue to be a top target for terrorists, the use of Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) teams remains an effective and efficient tool. To address the growing need, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has long considered initiating a privatized canine program (3PK9). This program would allow for EDC teams, owned, operated and trained by the private sector and validated by the agency, …
Enhanced Protection Inside the Stadium Perimeter The 2018 baseball season is underway, and fans are filling stadiums across the country. Sports stadiums remain a high-profile soft target for terrorists and security must be proactive, comprehensive and vigilant to adequately protect fans, players, staff and venues. Moreover, a robust stadium security posture must be layered to include physical, intelligence and investigative areas from the field perimeter out through an extended radius and including …
Six Priorities for your Security Program Over the past few years, significant terrorist activity occurred throughout the world. New tactics and patterns affected the global threat spectrum. “Soft” public gathering areas, such as transportation hubs, were frequently targeted. Online propaganda by terrorist groups inspired lone-wolf actors. Terrorist cells perpetrated simultaneous, coordinated attacks designed to disperse first responders. Homemade and low explosives served as the weapon of choice for …
Enhanced Protection Services Intel UPDATE: Las Vegas Mass Shooting New information has been released regarding the investigation into the mass shooting that occurred in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 1. Authorities now believe that Stephen Paddock had intended to escape after the attack, but he instead turned the gun on himself before authorities could breach his room. In addition, a note was found in Paddock’s hotel room which contained hand-written calculations on bullet trajectories. The calculations …
