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Why Commercial CCTV Security Isn't Going to Protect Your Business

CCTV Installation: Tips and Tricks to Properly Secure Your Business

6 Common Causes of False Alarms and How to Prevent Them

5 Key Benefits of Implementing Building Access Control Systems

6 Tips to Choose the Right Security System For Your Business

4 Simple Steps to Protect Your Pharmacy From Internal Theft

Is Rogers Business Security the Right Choice For You?

5 Key Components of an Effective Business Security Plan

February 28, 2025

Do Motion Sensor Devices & Lights Really Stop Crime?

February 26, 2025

Commercial CCTV Security: What Solutions Deter, and Prevent Crime?

February 18, 2025

Why a Commercial Security Guard Won't Protect Your Business

February 12, 2025

A Guide to the Different Types of Security Systems for Business

January 30, 2025

Why Most Commercial Security Cameras Won't Protect Your Business

January 22, 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Monitored CCTV Security (2025)

January 14, 2025

Employee Theft Prevention: 7 Ways to Truly Stop it

January 09, 2025

Why You Need Access Control Security to Protect Your Business

January 07, 2025

Construction Security: 5 Steps to Properly Secure Your Site

January 02, 2025

Why Verified Audio is More Secure Than CCTV in Building

December 19, 2024

Retail Security: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Store Secure

December 17, 2024

8 Warehouse Security Tips to Keep Your Site Secure

December 09, 2024

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Telus Business Security

November 18, 2024

What Type Of CCTV Camera Should I Buy?

October 03, 2024

Verified Alarms Now Required: Seattle Bans Motion Sensor Alarm Systems

Business Security: The Power of Sonavision’s Intelligent Video Monitoring

School Security: Safeguarding Educational Institutions Throughout the Year

Six Essential Security Measures for Commercial Protection

High-end Retail Robbery - Don’t Use CCTV Cameras to Secure Your Jewellery Store

How to Better Secure Your Underground Parking Garage or Parking Lot

Extend Security Measures to Outdoor Premises - 12 Tips for Business Managers

Boosting Business Security: Inside BC's Rebate Program

Garda $30 Million Heist - 3 Ways Sonavision Could Have Stopped the Crime

Securing the Build: Tackling Construction Theft in Canada with Sonitrol

10 Ways to Improve Restaurant Security

February 28, 2024

Protecting Your Pharmacy: How to Defend Against Internal & External Threats

February 15, 2024

Rising Crime: A Concern for Small Businesses in Western Canada

February 08, 2024

Comparison: Choosing the Right Security Solution for Your Business

February 01, 2024

Defending Your Business From Door-to-Door Scams - Tips From the RCMP

January 25, 2024

Security Guards Vs Video Surveillance: What’s Best?

January 19, 2024

Does Your Commercial Security Plan Include These 7 Key Components?

January 11, 2024

Creating a Safe Workplace: The Importance of Panic Buttons

January 02, 2024

10 Tips to Better Protect the Codes of Your Electronic Security System

December 21, 2023

The Evolution of Commercial Security: Why Verified Alarms are Best

December 19, 2023

Essential Tips for Securing Your Retail Store During the Holidays

December 01, 2023

17 Top Business Security Tips for the Holiday Season

November 23, 2023

How Monitored Access Control Can Deter Crime for Canadian Businesses

November 15, 2023

RCMP Urge Alberta Businesses to Protect Their Commercial Properties

November 07, 2023

British Columbia Introduces Funds for Vandal-Hit Businesses

November 01, 2023

The ROI of Business Security: How Investing in Security Saves Money

October 25, 2023

Cybersecurity Vs. Physical Security: Why Businesses Need Both

October 18, 2023

10 Common Misconceptions About Verified Security

October 04, 2023

Unlocking the Hidden Advantages of Commercial Security Systems

September 27, 2023

Debunking Common Misconceptions About Surveillance Systems

September 22, 2023

The Evolution of Security Systems

September 20, 2023

How to Enhance Student Safety With Sonitrol's Advanced Technologies

September 05, 2023

Safeguarding Outdoor Spaces and Parking Lots for Business Owners

August 15, 2023

The Future of Business Security: Embracing Innovations and Trends

August 11, 2023

Rise in Workplace Violence: 5 Strategies for Enhancing Employee Safety

August 02, 2023

6 Security Mistakes Businesses Should Avoid at All Costs

Enhancing Security With a Managed Access Control System

Enhancing Employee Safety with Panic Buttons and Duress Alarms

The Role Of Artificial Intelligence in Future Security Systems

Building a Strong Security Culture: Tips For Engaging Employees

Protecting Your Business: Avoiding Common Security Mistakes

10 Reasons Why Upgrading Your Business Security System is Vital

Don't Take a Summer Break from School Security: Get a Security Audit

5 Benefits of an Integrated Verified Security System

5 Ways to Secure Your Construction Site From Copper Theft

5 Ways to Prevent False Alarms at Your Business

5 Key Benefits of a Managed Access Control Security System

Customized Versus Out of the Box Security Solutions for Businesses

The Role of Employee Training in Workplace Security

Crime Prevention Strategies for SMEs: Tips and Best Practices

February 27, 2023

Catalytic Converter Theft: Canadian Police Looking for New Solutions

February 23, 2023

10 Ways to Mitigate the Risk of Refund Theft in Your Business

February 06, 2023

Common Types of Business Crime and How to Prevent Them

February 02, 2023

Thieves Getting More Brazen in Catalytic Converter Thefts

January 18, 2023

What are the Most Common Types of Theft at Construction Sites?

January 12, 2023

How to Protect Your Pharmaceuticals From Internal Theft

January 09, 2023

What is Time Theft and What Can You Do About it?

January 06, 2023

Indoor Security Tips: How to Keep Your Business Secure From the Inside

January 04, 2023

Security Tips to Protect Your Retail Store From Crime & Shrinkage Losses

December 08, 2022

9 Tips to Help Keep Your Business Secure This Winter

December 05, 2022

Should You Install Wired or Wireless Security at Your Business?

November 30, 2022

Holiday Season Security Tips For Your Business

November 23, 2022

Employee Theft? 7 Ways it Could be Happening in Your Restaurant

November 07, 2022

What is the Difference Between Breaking & Entering and Trespassing?

October 28, 2022

What is Organized Retail Crime and How To Prevent it

October 25, 2022

The Leading Causes of Workplace Fires and What to do About Them

October 20, 2022

Arson is a Real Threat to Your Religious Facility: How to Prevent it

October 04, 2022

The Difference Between Break & Enter, Robbery and Theft

September 29, 2022

5 Commonly Asked Security Questions From New Business Owners

September 23, 2022

If You Own a Business in Lethbridge, You Need Better Security

September 20, 2022

Car Rentals and Dealerships: How to Store Car Keys to Prevent Theft

September 15, 2022

Western Provinces Have the Highest Crime Severity Index Across Canada

September 01, 2022

What is the Best Security System for a Small Business?

August 26, 2022

Why BIAs Should Talk With Business About Security

August 25, 2022

The Indirect Cost Of Crime on Your Business

August 05, 2022

3 Ways to Use Technology to Deter Car Dealership Thefts

August 03, 2022

How To Protect Your Business From Door-to-Door Scams

Protect Your Multi-Tenant Office Building With Managed Access Control

What is a Security Audit and What Does it Involve?

How To Protect Your Pharmacy From Internal & External Threats

How To Prepare For A Security Audit

How Municipalities Can Secure Public Buildings

False Alarm vs False Dispatch, and How to Prevent Both

Fire Safety Tips For Your Business

How to Recognize a Shoplifter and Better Secure Your Business

A Helpful Guide to Employee Theft and How to Stop it

5 Ways to Improve Your Parking Lot Security

How To Protect Your School From Crime During The Summer

Security Tips When Moving & Relocating Your Business

3 Ways Sonitrol Protects Banks, Credit Unions and Financial Institutions

Protect Your Saskatchewan Dealership from Catalytic Converter Theft

Automotive Dealership Security: What You Really Need

Edmonton Retail Crime Is Rising: Here’s How to Protect Your Business

February 25, 2022

How to Protect Your Lower Mainland BC Business From Crime

February 16, 2022

5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Verified Security Solution

February 14, 2022

How To Protect Your Hospital Clinic or Medical Facility in Western Canada From Crime

February 10, 2022

How to Protect Your Retail Store From After-Hour Crime

January 20, 2022

How To Protect Your Restaurant Patio From Theft And Vandalism

January 18, 2022

5 Ways to Enhance Security Solutions for Your Vancouver Business

January 14, 2022

Security Camera Registries: Are They a Good Solution?

January 10, 2022

7 Ways To Protect Your Place of Worship From Crime

January 07, 2022

Why CCTV Cameras are Not the Best Security Choice For Restaurants

December 16, 2021

The Top 10 Myths About Commercial Security Alarms

December 13, 2021

Pharmaceutical Thefts are on the Rise in Western Canada

December 10, 2021

New Laws Haven’t Slowed Down Catalytic Converter Thefts

November 19, 2021

The Complete Security Management Tool: What Is MySonitrol?

November 16, 2021

Alberta: Catalytic Converter Theft on the Rise, Secure Your Dealership

November 11, 2021

Crime is up in British Columbia and Your Business Needs to be Prepared

November 02, 2021

How to Prevent Charity Box Theft This Holiday Season in Your Retail Store or Business

October 28, 2021

Does Security Signage Reduce Retail Theft?

October 26, 2021

How To Protect Your Jewellery Store From Theft

October 22, 2021

What’s the Difference Between Verified Security and CCTV?

October 04, 2021

Security Tech: Learn About Sonitrol’s Guaranteed Commitment to Service

September 29, 2021

Security Solutions: 3 Tips to Protect Medical Equipment and Supplies

September 27, 2021

How Vancouver Bicycle Retailers Can Protect Their Stores From Theft

August 31, 2021

How to Protect Your Retail Store From Shoplifting

August 27, 2021

Avoid Crime With These 4 Security Tips for Property Managers

August 23, 2021

What is a Security System Key Fob, and How Does it Work?

August 16, 2021

What are the Benefits of Investing in Verified Alarm Security?

August 10, 2021

3 Easy Ways To Protect Your Business From Crime

August 04, 2021

5 Reasons You Should Consider Installing Panic Buttons

Break-Ins: Why Improved Security is a Must for Vancouver Businesses

5 Simple Ways to Protect Your Alberta Pharmacy From Theft

Is Your Alberta-Based Car Dealership Secure From Crime?

16 Ways to Boost Retail Commercial Security and Prevent Crime

5 Types Of Employee Theft Your Business Should Watch Out For

How to Secure Your Vancouver Construction Site From Rising Theft

How To Keep Your Multi-Tenant Office Building Secure From Crime

How to Protect Your Rural Farm in Western Canada From Thieves

4 Tips That Will Protect Your Warehouse From Criminals

TotalGuard™ - Sonitrol’s Integrated & Affordable Security Solutions for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses

Top 8 Tips That Will Ensure Your Physical Office is Secure

Catalytic Converters Target of Automotive Related Crime

5 Ways to Prevent Theft at Education Facilities in Western Canada

4 Security Tips For Pharmacies & Medical Centers

Retail Security: 5 Ways to Protect Your Store From Violent Shoplifters

Catalytic Converters More Valuable Than Gold: Secure Your Dealership!

Survey Reveals Rise in Vandalism and Retail Break-ins During the Pandemic

February 23, 2021

Protecting Coin Shops & Bullion Stores from Robbery

February 11, 2021

CCTV Versus Verified Alarms

January 28, 2021

School Security Systems for Canadian Education Facilities - Protecting Property from Vandalism

January 20, 2021

Excavator Theft and More - Tips to Protect Your Construction Site

January 13, 2021

How to Protect Your Alberta Dealership From Theft

January 06, 2021

False Alarms are Costly Time-Wasters

December 29, 2021

New Year’s Resolution to Increase Business Security? Don't Wait.

December 23, 2020

Looking Back at Some Criminal Captures in 2020

December 14, 2020

5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Quality Fire Alarm System

December 03, 2020

Tips to Help Boost Your Retail Store Security

November 08, 2020

Securing Your Premises: Break-and-Enters for Vancouver Businesses are Increasing

November 03, 2020

Security for Licensed Producers of Marijuana / Cannabis - Free eBook

October 30, 2020

Front Line Access Control Systems

October 22, 2020

Why Hybrid Offices Need Smart Integrated Access Control

October 05, 2020

4 Ways to Ramp up Your Business Security During the Holiday Season

October 01, 2020

Why you want SonaVision verified push monitored video.

September 24, 2020

Pharmacies and Clinics Need Integrated Security Systems

September 22, 2020

The Best Cannabis Security System for Stores and Grow-Ops

September 07, 2020

5 Top Tips to Keep Your Western Canada Retail Store Secure From Crime

August 19, 2020

Warehouses and Distribution Centres Need Top Quality Security

August 04, 2020

Verified Security Solutions: How to Protect Your Rural Alberta Farm From Thieves

Protect Your Place of Worship From Hate Crime With a Verified Security Solution

How Sonitrol’s Verified Security Solution Will Protect Your Car Dealership From Crime

How to Prevent Internal Theft at Your Bar or Restaurant

How Secure is Your Business? 5 Security Practices Every Company Should Implement

How To Safely Manage Office Access When You Reopen

Do You Own a Business in Vancouver? Break & Enters Increased by 99%

5 Ways to Protect Your Businesses Office While Working Remotely

How Sonitrol Protects Construction Site Assets

New to Commercial Security? Here are Some Benefits of a Sonitrol System

3 Ways Sonitrol Security can help Restaurant Owners Reopen

Is Your Business Located in One of Canada’s Most Dangerous Cities?

RCMP Are Asking You to Help with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

COVID Closures Could Put Your Business at Risk!

Don’t Let Your School Become a Target for Criminals During COVID-19

How to Secure Your Restaurant From Theft During COVID-19

Top 5 Tips to Keep Your Place of Worship Secure in Western Canada

Security Tips: Protecting Your Business From Crime While It’s Closed

Court Ruling Highlights the Importance of Auto Dealership Security

How to Protect Your Liquor Store From Brazen Alcohol Theft

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