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Work Zone Driving Safety > Download Now Use Caution when Driving Through a Work Zone A work zone is a designated area on a street or highway where construction is taking place. It is important to remain alert while driving through work zones as they can be dangerous areas. Know the laws in the state where you are driving, but use these tips for general work zone driving safety. Slow Down Speed is often a contributing factor in work zone accidents. The speed limit is typically lowered because of the …
When technology is not allowed, our executive protection agents and GSOC close the communication gap
When technology is not allowed, our executive protection agents and GSOC close the communication gap > We become so used to constant accessibility to business connections and family members that we organize our lives – and peace of mind – accordingly. So, when national security services insisted that a busy CEO be cut off from communication for several days while attending an important conference, we had to find a way to keep the principal in touch with his business and loved ones. The challenge: …
When disaster hits, executive protection goes beyond the C-suite to family and associates > Executive protection is often believed to be a service for C-suite executives, but a quality program can be scaled in a moment’s notice to mitigate risks for a principal’s family and close associates as well. The challenge: Devastating wildfire, hurricane-level winds, and a stranded family member The wife of our client, the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, was staying at a hotel that suddenly came under siege by one …
Staying safe after Hurricane Maria > When Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico and other Caribbean islands, it was not just another storm. The category five event was one of most intense hurricanes of all time and came right on the heels of another deadly storm, Hurricane Irma. Right after the storm, some of our clients with families and homes in Puerto Rico asked us for help in determining their loved ones’ wellbeing. The challenge: Use our local sources to contact stranded family members throughout the …
Rapid growth in wealth and prominence demands rapid protective response – and a personal security program that grows with evolving needs > When an entrepreneur taps a gold vein in the burgeoning digital economy, valuations can skyrocket overnight – as can personal wealth and public prominence. And along with increased prominence can come higher threat levels. Allied Universal® Executive Protection & Intelligence Services works with many highly successful founders who have had to ramp up personal security …
Meeting the prime minister > International business travel continues to grow. By utilizing our team of security professionals, intelligence analysts and global network of vetted partners, Allied Universal® Executive Protection & Intelligence Services can help companies make the most of their time abroad. A typical overseas trip focuses on customers and subsidiaries. But what happens when a company sets off on a longer tour of a major developing market that involves stops in numerous cities and includes a …
Fast reaction and evacuation in Nigeria > While we always recommend that clients’ travel plans include provisions for foreseeable challenges, when trouble hits in the form of a natural disaster or a sudden change in the social climate, our emphasis turns to evacuation. Speed is of the essence for evacuations, and it is imperative to get an agent in place as soon as possible. Sometimes this takes hours or days. In this case, we made contact in minutes. The challenge: Get out of Abuja before protests had …
Employees feel valued when hospitality employer invests to make them safe > As terror attacks and other high-profile crimes continue to occur at hotels around the world, many operators are scrutinizing their security efforts. Guest security is always the top priority, of course, and a well-trained hotel staff plays a vital role in providing it. But as some hotel operators are discovering, improving security for guests through targeted staff training also means happier, more motivated employees. The …
Don’t forget to pack security for your next family vacation > Corporate travelers are often accustomed to a greater degree of service – including security service – when they are on the road for the company compared to personal vacations. But as this case illustrates, sometimes just a little bit of travel intelligence and a single security driver can go a long way in keeping everyone safe while enjoying a family holiday. The challenge: A last-minute trip to Mexico requires a security evaluation One of …
A rising star experiences rising risks > Being a public figure is not all glam and glitz. It sometimes comes with real threats that require a security plan and a skilled close protection team. The challenge: Client needs exposure, but not to POIs Our client, a famous celebrity, was experiencing uncomfortable situations in which several admirers were making inappropriate overtures, sending her intimate gifts, and showing up at her residence. One identified person of interest (POI) appeared at an …
