Three Security Steps To Protect Your Business

April 28th, 2023



When you think of security as a business owner in Houston, usually cameras, monitoring systems, and locked doors come to mind. For others, it may mean having a guard at the front door, and yet others may think of protecting their computers or network firewalls. Each of those is correct. However, it is not conducive to consider only one form of security for your business. As specialists, we suggest that you take a three-step approach—physical security, technical security, and administrative security—to protect your business. 

  1. Physical Security

Physical security involves protecting your physical property. Besides the actual building, this includes theft of property in the building such as computers, furniture, and client files. 

The use of break-proof glass, secure door locks, and updated security cameras is needed to protect your assets. In addition to filming your Houston parking lot, building, and building interiors, security cameras also work as an environmental control measure. They can monitor and inform you about the air conditioning and electrical issues, and they will not only notify you of smoke or possible fire but will also indicate the exact location. These are all done via your smartphone.

  1. IT Security

Information Technology (IT) security is focused on protecting your information technology. Hackers have gained access to over 7.9 billion consumer records in 2019. Internet security should be one of your priorities, especially if you use computers to store client data. Security measures under this category include:

  • Firewalls
  • Data backups
  • Anti-malware programs
  • Web proxies 
  • Controlling users

It is crucial to protect your network before it gets hacked. Since there are multiple security and safety risks for business computers, a comprehensive system dedicated to safeguarding your business network should be installed and updated regularly.

  1. Operational Security

Operational security is focused on protecting your business from losses that occur because of your employees. This security method is mostly through proper management. It includes policies, standards, and procedures to support security as well as how your business expects employees to act. This also has to do with how you want your employees to conduct business and respond to any security incidents. 

Inform your employees that security cameras are used throughout the building at the time of their employment and that their internet usage will be monitored. When you consider that 30% of business failures are caused by employee theft, then physical IT security and proper operations can make or break a company.

An example of operational security would be an employee pretending to fall down and then filing a claim for worker's compensation. With security cameras in place, the footage can be reviewed for truthfulness of how the accident occurred. If the claim is legitimate, then management could show the film to employees to review safety measures. It not, the video can demonstrate fraudulent behavior, saving you the cost of a worker’s comp claim.

For most business owners, their enterprise is not just their income but also their life. Good security can save you thousands in lost revenue and help prevent theft, property damage, and intruders. 

Contact a TX professional to come in and review your business to see what security measures you need to take or what needs to be upgraded. You deserve the peace of mind that comes with good security.









"Steve I just wanted to thank you and your partner Ray Kindsfather for the fine work you men did installing the security cameras around my home. The quality of the pictures is excellent, the clarity in day or infrared mode is exactly what I was looking for. What good is a camera if you can't identify the person and these cameras will greatly assist the police in identifying a perpetrator. The computer side of the job is easy and fast with very little adjustment time for me in finding what I want to see. Software and hardware get A+++++ no doubt about. The Ring is equally easy to use and the quality of the camera is equally strong. The installation was clean and fast. You maintain a clean site, it’s like you were never here. You answered all my questions with pin point accuracy. Integrity suits you well. Your answers were honest and to the point. Refreshing in today’s world. All and all you and Ray make a strong team at DWS Technology LLC. I have no problem recommending you to friend or family, home or business. God bless you both with your business. I will call you for future installations. "

Cliff Mulvaney

Homeowner

"Ray, in reviewing several different security cameras there were many good products, but none met my criteria of clarity and no long-term contract. Raymond, you showed me one product that caught my attention with the clarity and distance viewing that I could not get with other systems. The zoom after a few feet became distorted with the other systems but with the Alibi NVR package you demoed, we could zoom in and out with clarity which made this product stand out from all the rest. The NVR system is so simple, in fact, anyone can configure the system to suit their needs. You can monitor your home from your smartphone or tablet and having security cameras makes it a great deterrent for criminal activity. DWS Technology delivered as promised! Your installation crew worked clean and treated my home as if it was their own. Great attention to detail! I will recommend DWS Technology to anyone! Great job guys!"

Eli R.

"DWS Technology does great work! I found them to be knowledgeable, professional and cost-effective. DWS designed a company-wide integrated comprehensive solution with site survey drawings outlying every detail of the project for our nine major locations. The surveillance performance we needed was exactly what we received. DWS, you outperformed our expectations and continue to do so with your tech support. Thank you for providing great service and delivering on your promises."

John Schreiber

Building Superintendent, Catholic Charities

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