Being prepared is key in many areas. It is a core element in providing effective security.

Security Programs can suffer from having an identity crisis. It's probably not a good thing for overall security either.

Others are watching you. Did you know it?

Physical Security at any level has some very simple goals and a clear focus. Sometimes, parties on all sides from providers to clients, need to be reminded of this.

Here are four simple points to put access control into perspective.

Know about the technology you use to stay safe. Just realize other people know about it too.

The expectations placed upon us are crucial to understanding how to fulfill our role in the environment we serve, and to have success in doing so.

Communication is one thing. Successful communication is another. You be the one to make sure people get to where they need to go, that people get the answers they need, and that they see the value in assistance provided by security.