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What to Expect During the UN General Assembly: Securely Navigating the Buzz and Bustle The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is a monumental event that draws the attention of leaders, diplomats and the global community to New York City every year. This gathering provides a platform for discussions on pressing global issues, policy debates and diplomatic negotiations. However, the UNGA isn't just an ordinary conference; it's a complex affair that involves a flurry of activities and extensive …
The Urgent Need for Strong Security at Sports Venues In the realm of sports and entertainment, where the joy of the game unites fans from all corners of the world, the unthinkable occasionally casts a shadow over the euphoria. This was the case on Friday night, August 25, when two women were injured by a gunshot during a game. Reports indicate that the firearm was likely smuggled into the venue by one of the victims herself. Although the shooting was deemed "an accidental discharge", this event serves …
Prevent Sweethearting > Download Now Reduce Employee Theft Employee theft costs U.S. companies more than $600 billion each year and “sweethearting” is responsible for nearly 35 percent of that amount. Employee theft can take place numerous ways, but one of the largest areas of employee theft, and one of the most difficult instances to combat, involves sweethearting. Sweethearting is when the employee gives away products or services for free or at a discount to friends or family members. It is not a typical …
Changing Threat Trends Since 9.11.2001 September 11, 2001, is indelible in our collective memory. Twenty-two years later, we will never forget the tragic loss of life at the hands of al-Qaeda terrorists. The U.S. has long been a target of international terrorism. Nearly 20 years before 9/11, the 1983 bombings of the Marine barracks and the U.S. Embassy in Beirut were clear indications of terrorists’ willingness to carry out attacks to further their agenda. The World Trade Center bombing and plots to …
Bomb Dog Spotlight: Manuel Cordero and Selma Most folks prefer to stay out of the hospital. Yet, for Enhanced Protection Services Canine Handler Manuel Cordero and five-year-old yellow Labrador, Selma, there is no place they would rather be. Earlier this year, the Enhanced Protection Services Firearm Detection Canine Team began a deployment at one of the region’s largest and most respected healthcare providers. With nearly one million patients visiting the hospital annually and a medical team that …
Enhanced Protection Services Intel Alert: Israel-Palestine Conflict Demonstrations Update Enhanced Protection Services Intel As the Israel-Palestine conflict continues, demonstrations and counter-demonstrations continue to occur in major cities across the U.S. and around the globe as individuals express their solidarity with Israel and Palestine. These gatherings have evolved into confrontations, resulting in violent clashes and subsequent arrests by law enforcement, primarily due to the presence of …
Detection Dog Spotlight: Caitlin and Glen For the last five years, Enhanced Protection Services Explosive Detection Canine Handler Caitlin Burkhardt and her yellow Labrador partner, Glen, have managed an extremely active deployment schedule at one of the region’s busiest transit hubs in New York City. We caught up with the team a week ahead of Glen’s anticipated retirement – and, while there were no signs of slowdown from the eight-year-old bomb dog, it did provide a perfect opportunity to reflect on …
Detection Dog Spotlight: Scott and Seth Faces light up when he walks through the lobby to report for work each weekday morning. Seth is a real favorite among the more than 50,000 employees here at their Manhattan headquarters. He’s been on the job for only a few months, but Seth keeps his nose buried in his work. His outstanding performance has quickly made him a key asset, earning praise from everyone – including the company’s CEO. Some might say, Seth is a real “top dog.” They would be right. Handler …
Mailroom Security: Hidden Vulnerabilities As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, it has never been more critical to ensure mailroom security. In 2019, Dangerous Mail Investigations inspectors addressed over 3,000 mail incidents involving suspicious items, substances, powders, or liquids. Furthermore, they responded to 10 high-profile cases linked to hazardous mail, targeting federal and state government officials, foreign embassies, religious organizations, and news media agencies. In this …
Detection Dog Spotlight: James and Jean There is nothing like landing your very first job. After all the studying and training, it is rewarding to finally put your skills to work. You know what they say – find a job you enjoy, and never work a day in your life. That is certainly the case for Jean, whose first job is a perfect fit. Each morning, she cannot wait to get to the office and bury her nose in her work – literally. Jean is a five-year-old yellow Labrador working as an Enhanced Protection …
