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How to Step Up Your Security without Blowing the Budget

Brooke Chaplan

March 31, 2016


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A small business owner has a huge investment in their own business and finding the right security and protection for it is key. The business assets can be protected with security systems, software programs, surveillance cameras, key systems, locks, and passwords. When you understand what each system is in place for, you can choose the best options for your business.


Software Programs
A computer system should have installed software to protect the files and the computer equipment within your business. A safe-search feature on an internet security program can protect you from web threats from bad sites. Some software programs can also be used in conjunction with a security system such as for cameras or for information about each person who has entered a room. The computer software can be used to generate a log with information about each security threat to the computer system. 

Surveillance Cameras
An intruder could repeatedly enter a business if police were not able to quickly respond to an alert from a security system. Company managers can use surveillance cameras to make a video file about the activities of an intruder. Those surveillance cameras can also be connected to computer software to provide remote access to an image. An Infrared Camera Inc. system camera can be used detect variations in temperature such as for detecting a hot spot on a power cord or on a machine. Cameras are an important safety and security tool that shouldn’t be missed.

Key Systems
Some employees should be restricted from entering specific areas, which will help to protect the personal information of customers and also help to protect equipment. When a problem does occur, there will be a limited number of workers who could have caused the problem. A key system is a useful method for controlling unauthorized access. A yellow key could be used to access all rooms while a red key could only be used for entering the front office or the break room. 

Passwords
The encryption code for passwords is very important become some computer hackers could use a computer security system to display the passwords. The portal for the passwords on the company website should be secure. A second level of security will help to control serious problems. Computers and equipment should be installed in areas that can only be accessed by keys or by an access code. The costs for a security system, computer software and surveillance cameras can be easily included in an operating budget.

 

There are many ways to think about securing and protection your small business. With some of these options, you can make a better decision about how to make your assets safe.


                   



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