Article published in Smart Security Solutions by Johan I. van Wyk, Sales and Marking Director, FANG Fences and Guards.
Much has been said and written in the past, by me and other well-known and respected specialists in the electronic security industry, on the hows, the whats, and the whys – basically, all that can be said about the expected design outcomes in addressing the identified risk has been said. We even have a crystal ball called artificial intelligence that gives us a proverbial telescope to ever so slightly see into the future.
However, in this article, we will unpack the potential pitfalls leading up to the implementation of said solutions. Many have paid school fees, and as an industry, it is not only crucial, but also imperative, that we share this knowledge. By doing so, we can better serve the very customers we are asked to protect with physical and virtual security technologies and foster a collaborative and supportive community in the process.
For instance, perimeter security is the first line of defence in safeguarding any property, be it a residential estate, farm, higher education, commercial building, or industrial facility. A well-designed perimeter security system can deter, detect, delay and/or deny intruders, providing crucial time for the response teams to act and defend, if necessary. However, implementing such a system requires meticulous planning and consideration of various factors, including the ‘don’ts’, when crafting a turnkey solution. While a comprehensive discussion would fill many chapters, let us focus on the essentials for now.
