Tech Radar recently did a round up of the best security systems for commercial application. With the average value of of stolen goods increasing every year, it is now more important than ever to consider if your business is adequately protected. 

The average sum stolen from commercial premises is around £1,700, but the real cost to your business in terms of lost trade or damaged reputation could be much higher. That’s why some kind of security system is not just a sensible business decision, it’s a basic requirement for any enterprise. The good news is that there are plenty of new companies specializing in business security to choose from. Advances in wireless smart home security devices has led to a proliferation of easy-to-install all-in-one solutions to compete with traditional security companies like ADT. These are the home security brands that are best for business.

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A focus on the actual business requirements from storage infrastructures, and not on the legacy discussions about speeds and feeds, the names on the bezels, and where the data is actually located, will characterize the storage industry of 2021 and beyond.

Storage In 2021 And Beyond: Less Focus On Tech, More Focus On Data Value

The storage, management, protection, and valuation of data is and will continue to be a critical function of IT well into the foreseeable future — that is not in doubt. Businesses will continue to collect data at an ever-increasing rate, and need new ways to find information from that data while keeping it available and safe.

However, going forward, many of the technology details of data storage will be of increasingly less importance, while the discussions around business value will boom. Just like no one talks about SAN vs. NAS, business users soon will not look at “on-prem vs. cloud” or “NetApp vs. Pure Storage.” Instead, storage decisions are increasingly being made based on what the businesses need to grow their business and generate profits, and not where and how the data is stored.

The storage, management, protection, and valuation of data will continue to be the heart of businesses large and small. Here, CRN looks at what to expect for the storage industry in 2021 and beyond. Click through our slideshow to read more.

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Automated Gates

FTL Secure Solutions work closely with our clients within the commercial sector, helping them to safeguard their premises by way of security fencing, gates & railings.  Rest assured, all products are manufactured to strict safety standards with installation being carried out onsite by a team of professional security experts.

Initial inspections will be carried out by our competent team and promptly followed up with a Quotation. Our quotations will offer the most durable & robust gate solutions with competitive pricing, providing your property with the highest level of perimeter security.

Roller Shutters

From Security Shutters for carparks to Roller Shutter doors for commercial units, FTL have a wide range of shutters and sectional overhead doors that come reasonably priced too. It’s highly recommended that aftercare for shutters is undertaken, a service we can provide periodically. Whether the client has a brand-new install or pre-existing assets, we can maintain and provide a full-service report.

Automatic and Manual Doors

Our surveyors will assess your requirements, ensuring the functionality, efficiency and reliability that you need. Based in Berkshire, we cover the whole of the South East region including London.

All doors supplied & fitted by us are manufactured and fitted to BS EN 16005 standards. This allows our clients to have peace of mind knowing both ease of access and security are one less concern. Our services range from technical advice and design, through to installation and maintenance. A bespoke solution ensures the right automatic door system for your specific environment.

Automated Barriers

With the installation of parking barriers that can be operated easily with a proximity card reader, this eradicates the waiting time for staff and visitors. Seamless, efficient access via a permit system can be set up emitting a signal to the reader which automatically opens the barrier.

FTL Secure Solutions (FTLSS) awarded Tender for Supply, Installation & Maintenance of CCTV Systems and Equipment.

Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) was established in 2000 to assist Further Education Institutions in obtaining better value for money for goods and services.  This has been achieved by establishing EU tendered framework agreements.

FTL Secure Solutions (FTLSS) awarded Tender for Supply, Installation & Maintenance of CCTV Systems and Equipment.

Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) was established in 2000 to assist Further Education Institutions in obtaining better value for money for goods and services.  This has been achieved by establishing EU tendered framework agreements.

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website, only a few weeks after our parent company Fibre Technologies Ltd had a refresh of their own.

You will notice a huge amount of change from the previous website. As well as a new coat of paint and a more modern feel, there are new ‘capabilities’ and ‘sectors’ sections. Our expertise is written in plain English, explaining exactly what value we bring to the commercial, industrial, education sectors and many more beyond this. Our ‘capabilities’ section gives you an in depth look at our expertise in areas such as biometrics, CCTV and Access Control and what benefits these can bring to you.

What’s changed in Access Control and CCTV?

Quite a bit as it happens! Our technology partners, TDSi and Vicon have announced the release of their most up to date software platforms. TDSi’s EXgarde 4.2 has been released, allowing for full integration with Assa Abloy’s Aperio Wireless locking technology. The intuitive EXgarde software platform is one of the main reasons FTL Secure Solutions continue to work closely with TDSi, enabling us to offer a powerful access control and security integration platform.

Our CCTV partner, Vicon, recently released ViconNet 6.7; a free upgrade from the previous Video Management System. This new upgrade has a number of new features including some built-in advanced digital analytics, as well as an enhanced user experience.

ABUS and Aditech: our newest CCTV and Iris Recognition technology partners

We are proud to announce our newest technology partners with two innovative firms who have enabled us to add another layer to our product portfolio.

ABUS are a well-respected German manufacturer of mechanical and electrical security, with nearly 100 years of expertise in these areas. We are now able to offer a cost-effective, reliable and quality CCTV and Intercom solution. The CCTV and Intercom range is ideal for small to medium sized enterprises that are looking for a reliable product without the price tag of premium end CCTV manufacturers.

Aditech are a specialist Iris technology solutions provider that has been trading for nearly 20 years. As a company, Aditech recognised early on that iris technology was the most reliable and effective biometric solution available and decided to focus all recommended solutions around this niche technology.

As a result of this early foresight, Aditech has become one of Europe’s leading specialists in the specifying and operation of iris based biometric security and time & attendance and access control systems.

Berkshire CCTV, Access Control and Security specialist

We are proud to serve our local area and beyond. You can look forward to regular news updates on all of the goings on here at FTL House as well as what our technology partners have been up to.