The three mistakes that leave your building exposed
Most security gaps come from everyday practice, not missing gadgets. A straightforward assessment shows what to fix first and turns improvements into daily routines that work with your Security Services and Total Facility Management model.
The first mistake is trusting technology without setup and discipline. Cameras with the wrong angles, noisy alarms and outdated access lists create a false sense of safety. Field checks on entrances, refreshed access rules and aligning CCTV with real-risk spots solve more than new hardware ever will.
The second mistake is unclear roles and processes. If no one owns approvals for sensitive areas, escalation paths or patrol timing, systems sit idle. A Single Point of Contact, short checklists and training that matches how the team works keep security in step with operations and Facilities Management.
The third mistake is not measuring. Without SLAs and KPIs, progress is invisible. A simple dashboard for response time, false alarms, entry compliance and corrective closures is enough to steer priorities and prove impact, often alongside Energy Efficiency gains from better lighting and smarter scheduling.
From there the playbook is simple: see the site, speak to the team, rank findings by likelihood, impact and cost, fix the quick wins now and schedule the rest. Keep technology easy to run and integrate with building systems so incidents trigger the right response without disrupting operations. The payoff is fewer incidents, less downtime and a smoother experience for people using the building.