Hiring a Security Guard Will Keep Your Cargo Safe!

Does your Houston business do a lot of work in logistics and shipping, or otherwise keep a lot of cargo on-site? If so, hiring a security guard – or several guards – is a must! Cargo is a magnet for thieves and can even be a way for smugglers to make use of your systems to move their illicit goods.

Hiring security guards will provide many benefits that easily outweigh the costs associated with higher security.

Deterrence

From a business perspective, the best place for a crime to occur is somewhere else. In many cases, the most important job your security guards can provide is a visible presence that discourages criminal activity from happening at all. Having regular patrol services, in highly visible uniforms, will do a lot to convince criminals that your operations simply aren’t worth the trouble of targeting.

Rapid Response

If some sort of crime did occur on your property, how long would it take for a guard or the police to get to the scene? If it’s more than a couple minutes, they might as well not be there – the criminals will be long gone before any authorities arrive. You want on-site security guards who can immediately respond to any problems.

This also adds protection against non-criminal incidents, such as accidents. Faster response times mean better protection for your workers or guests.

Loss Prevention

Loss of cargo can be devastating, especially if you have customers who are expecting that cargo to arrive. Even minor thefts can ultimately cost far more than the simple price of the goods if they harm your reputation or customer service.

On-site security guards greatly reduce the risk of theft and are particularly effective in preventing large-scale larceny.

Improved Personnel Morale

Don’t forget about the benefits that hired security guards provide to your own workforce. Workers who know their workplace is patrolled and kept safe are going to have better morale and be more willing to do jobs in out-of-the-way areas. This is especially important at night, as many people – understandably – don’t want to be alone and vulnerable in low-light areas.

Better Customer Trust

Finally, upgraded security is something that can be used as a selling point to your customers. Being able to point at a robust security solution protecting your cargo and goods will build their trust in you, especially if your security is better than what your competitors have.

Professional Guard & Patrol has decades of experience keeping Houston safe! We provide full-coverage security, including both armed and unarmed guards, surveillance cameras, regular patrols, and more.

If it’s time to hire a security guard for your business, contact us for a consultation.