VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE Global Crime Intelligence & Observations from Jurie Botha – Xpanda Managing Director “Frequently, you will hear a non-risk professional confidently proclaim the same excuse – this was a one-off. As all risk professionals painfully know, nothing in this edition was a one-off. In the last two months we have watched thieves…
Since the legalization of cannabis in Canada through the Cannabis Act of 2018, one could argue that the nature of cannabis-related criminal activity has evolved rather than disappeared. Before legalization, criminal enterprises generated revenue primarily through the illegal cultivation, distribution, and sale of cannabis. Following legalization, however, some criminal elements may have adapted their methods,…
protect your business against smash and grab break-ins
Security, Why wait?. security and asset protection. Smash and grab break ins create Havok to businesses, broken windows or doors, lost merchandise, insurance, police reports and that feeling of being violated. Security does not have to look like a prison, it does not have to cost a small fortune. Xpanda security provides cost effective security…
Protecting a Business After-Hours Means Using a Layered Approach After-hours, criminals want to break into businesses to steal cash, merchandise, and anything else they can get their hands on. Businesses, of course, want to prevent this from happening. While there is a wide variety of different security and loss prevention tools out there that promise…
New Guide Explains How Strong Visual and Physical Protection is Crucial for After-Hours Security Xpanda is a North American leader in the manufacture, supply, and installation of security gates and related products. With 24 years of experience at keeping businesses of all sizes and types secure, Xpanda’s mission is to provide the best protection for…
How to Use Security Gates for Business Locations and Offices When you first think of physical security tools, you might think of storefronts. It is true that gates are common at these properties, but this isn’t the only place where physical security is crucial. Security gates for business properties are key to keeping criminals out….
How to secure your retail store. Smash and grab robberies happen quick and often, regardless of how safe we feel our area may be. I wanted to explain some ways of how to secure your retail store. Opportunistic thieves look for a quick and easy score, stealing items for self-use, or for the black market…
The Importance of Mobile Phone Store Security All retail stores need to have proper security. However, for some types of stores, this becomes much more important. Mobile phone stores are one of these businesses. The reason why is because these stores are frequent targets for criminals. There are many causes of this, including: Mobile phones…
How to Keep Smash and Grab Robbers Away from your Business If you run a business, there’s a very good chance that you think about security on a regular basis. After all, you put your time, your money, and your effort into your business, so you don’t want to end up becoming a victim of…