A corporate close protection program offers complete security to the executives of a company. It promises not only to take care of the corporate personnel on duty but also provides high-tier employees 24/7 security. This security involves home security, transport security as well as close protection services to the personnel.
However, recent times have paved the way for increased threats to these protection services. Some of these threats are given below.
Data Theft
One of the most common threats for companies these days is the protection of their data. Because of its easiness, more than ninety percent of the companies are moving their data online for better protection. However, these types of techniques have their own risks. Another very usual catalyst for data theft is the carelessness of the officials. This data should be classified because it contains all types of data and information, including that of the employees. Initiatives such as BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) pave way for data to get out of the office and it is then mistreated. The carelessness of IT Officials and the installation of weaker software also increases the chances of data theft.
Internal Leaks
Another major threat to executive protection of a company is its own employees. This happens in a number of ways. Firstly, the state of mind and politics pave way for disgruntled employee mindset. This mindset can then initiate hatred and competitiveness which results in bad decisions. There have been instances in the past where data and information were leaked on purpose to damage the reputation of fellow colleagues. Second is the carelessness of the IT officials. They should be present protecting the data 24/7. In the case of carelessness, data is exposed to external sources.
Cloud Storage
Recent times have made a lot of technological advancements. One of these is the transfer of data from physical devices to online sources. The reason for this transition is the easiness which cloud storages provide. A cloud can be accessed from any part of the world because it is present online. However, because it is present online, it can be accessed by other forces. Physical storages were safer in the sense because someone actually had to infiltrate the building in order to get a hold of that information. While on the other hand, cloud storage can be infiltrated from thousands of miles away. In order to make sure data on the cloud is safe and secure, a security team along with a strong firewall needs to be present and active at all times.
Personnel Security
Personnel Security is a major issue even for close protection service providers. While at the office, the security team can make sure that top-notch protective services are provided. For top-tier employees, executive protection is also required when they go home. This has been a real challenge for close protection providers. The reason for this is that security and protection cannot be provided in closed personal spaces. For this matter, they have to take care of themselves. A number of measures can be taken in order to make sure personnel are safe 24/7.
Natural Disasters
Past references have shown that there are some instances that are not under anybody’s control. Although there are some preventive measures that can be taken to predict a natural disaster it still can’t be stopped from happening. Active shooting and terrorism-based incidents have also emerged in recent times. For this, the government can take action but to completely stop them from happening, the people have to be side by side with the protection personnel. Strategies and different types of plans can be made in order to decrease the damage once an incident like this happens.
