Security is every company’s number one priority. It’s undebatable that a reliable and dynamic security solution is needed for a business to thrive in today’s highly competitive market. However, many companies think that investing in security is expensive while others just don’t know where to find a security company that they can trust.
In New Zealand, crimes against property is a whopping 77% based on their recorded crime victims statistics report for the year ending August 2019. Business owners are implementing different security approaches to protect their assets, such as hiring professional cash couriers to handle their banking transactions and installing modern alarm systems to keep one step ahead of criminals.
If your business location has a history of larceny or other forms of criminal acts, then it is best to have an alarm monitoring system. It is a service where professionals monitor your alarm system around the clock from a centralized station.
For instance, when your alarm goes off, it sends a signal through IP relay or the telephone line to the central monitoring station to alert them about it. Then, the monitoring station responds to that signal as you have specified—either by calling or texting you and/or dispatching the proper authorities to your location.
IQ Security offers the most trusted and efficient alarm monitoring system in the country. We are 100% NZ owned and operated. With a team of experienced professionals, we are equipped to deliver optimum security solutions to ensure that your resources are highly protected.
It’s time to think about the best options for your company’s future. The following are 10 of the most compelling reasons why you need an alarm monitoring system for your business.
1. Reliable 24/7 monitoring
Having an alarm monitoring system guarantees constant surveillance of your premises. A dedicated team monitors your alarm system from your security provider’s central monitoring station 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can step out of your office with an assurance that there is always someone monitoring and ready to send assistance when needed.
2. Provides instant notification
You will receive a real-time notification whether through a call, text message, or email whenever an unauthorized person tries to enter your vicinity. This is very helpful, especially for emergencies.
3. Avoids delays
Having an instant notification whenever your alarm system goes off means a faster response time from the right authority. If it’s a burglary, then the police will be dispatched immediately to your area. Or an ambulance will be sent right away to assist you in case of a situation that involves any injured individual. Having a monitored alarm system grants you access to emergency services without delays.
4. Reduces loss or damages
Since there is no delay in sending the right authority to your place, then it will reduce any possible losses. In case of a break-in, the number of stolen valuables will be small to none if the police are called to the scene right away. There will also be a higher chance of capturing the perpetrators. If it's a fire, firefighters will be able to control the situation immediately and reduce any damage to your property.
5. Prevents false alarms
You can establish a certain verification process to prevent false alarms. Whenever your alarm is tripped, the monitoring centre will contact you to verify the threat before sending out the authorities to your location.
6. Delivers reports
A reliable alarm monitoring system provides opening and closing reports. These are signals sent to the monitoring centre reporting whenever your alarm system is armed and disarmed. If you have assigned different access codes to your employees, then this feature will allow you to track the comings and goings at your business site and detect any suspicious activities. You can also get maintenance reports to alert you when there are any concerns or defects with your security devices.
7. Detects and deters crime
Thieves like easy targets. They will act less hostile when they know that they are being watched. With a monitored alarm system installed in your business location, crimes are less likely to happen or can easily be averted.
8. An integrated system
As a business owner, what you need is more than just traditional security. You want an alarm system that can protect multiple areas of your business and send alerts about fires, leaky pipes, power failures, and other emergency conditions at the same time so you can take immediate action.
9. Lower insurance costs
Now that you have taken advantage of having an alarm monitoring system for your business establishment, insurance companies will most likely grant you a discount on your insurance policy. Having a reduced risk of falling victim to property crimes and preventing huge damage from unforeseen circumstances, your insurance provider will also reduce their risk of paying out on an insurance claim.
10. Overall peace of mind
Lastly, having a monitored alarm system gives you complete peace of mind. You can step out of your office or go on vacation without worrying about the safety of your business. You can sleep comfortably at night knowing that you’re protected and immediate assistance is available in case of emergencies.
Providing the right security solutions for your company creates a safe, healthy, and productive working environment for your employees and allows your clients to feel at ease while doing business with you.
IQ Security provides specialized products, services, and business solutions that include security consultation, access control, smart analytics, wireless alarm, and system maintenance. With over 10 years of expertise in the security industry, IQ Security is committed to being the best in providing intelligent and unmatched security solutions that every company needs.
