CCTV systems designed and installed by FirstEye

In last week’s blog post we covered some of the ways CCTV can provide you with an invaluable extra set of eyes and ears, helping you give your business the protection it deserves. This week we are going to talk about some of the additional benefits of CCTV – some of which you might not have thought of!

CCTV can help you improve the way you run your business

Although CCTV offers an obvious way to help improve the security of your business, there are several little-known benefits which can prove incredibly helpful:

• Enhance employee accountability: there’s nothing more disheartening than realising that a member of your team is stealing from you. However, many employees don’t realise the impact that stealing even very low-cost items can have upon a business. CCTV offers a highly effective way to stop the problem in its tracks, deterring would be thieves and making previous culprits think twice.
• Improve performance: CCTV also provides a solution to the problem of staff under-performance. No-one likes to feel as though they’re being watched and there are rules and regulations surrounding staff monitoring but CCTV can provide a way to let your team know that you’re aware of what’s going on.
• Decrease your business insurance: the cost of insuring a business seems to increase year-on-year at an alarming rate. However, installing CCTV could mean that your insurance company gives you a discount on your premium. As always, shopping around to find the best deal is a great way to cut costs so why not see what installing CCTV could help you save on your business insurance?

Get in touch to find out more about our CCTV installation services in Leeds

If you’d like to find out more about the benefits CCTV could offer your business, or to obtain a free, no-obligation quote, get in touch by calling 0113 2288599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

Access control systems designed and installed in Leeds

In this week’s blog post we thought we’d cover the benefits of installing an access control system, followed by a post next week on the different types of systems available.

Installing an access control system offers an efficient and cost effective way to monitor who has access to your business premises, whilst helping to improve security. Here at FirstEye we have the expertise to design and install a new system or upgrade, service and repair and existing system.

What are the benefits of access control?

Access control systems offer a number of real benefits to businesses and organisations of all sizes including:

• Protection from unauthorised access will prevent opportunist theft, malicious damage or threats to the personal safety of your staff.
• Access control systems are designed to be flexible and can be tailored to suit premises of all sizes; from shops and factories, through to schools and offices.
• Access control systems provide flexible security and will enable you to control and monitor who has access to your business premises 24/7.
• Using digital keys/tokens/pin numbers means that you’ll never have to replace lost keys or change the locks again.
• Flexible access means you’ll be able to restrict access to a particular door/gate or series of doors, enabling you to create secure areas within your premises.
• Connection to other systems – security alarm/CCTV/fire alarm – are also possible, providing you with complete control over the security of your business.
• Access control is suitable for a huge range of premises including nurseries, childcare centres, clinics, care homes and for landlords to safeguard vulnerable residents.

Get in touch for information on access control in Leeds

If you’d like to find out more about the advantages an access control system could offer your business, get in touch with us for further information or to arrange a free quote. Contacting us is easy: simply call 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

Don’t forget to come back next week to for information on the types of access control system available!

Security advice for shop owners

There’s no doubt that running a shop is hard work but (hopefully) very rewarding. It takes time and energy to build up a successful retail business and with this in mind, you’ll want to do everything you can to protect valuable stock and business assets.

Unfortunately the ever-present scourge of shoplifting affects countless shop owners each year, with many millions of pounds lost to theft. Sadly shops will always attract shoplifters but what can you do to make yours more secure? Here’s our advice on some of the best ways to improve shop security:

• Say hello: greeting shoppers when they enter your shop is a simple yet highly effective way to help cut down on theft. Shoplifters are likely assess how easy it is to steal from you as soon as they walk in: making it clear that you’re paying attention sends out the message that you’re watching and are aware of what’s going on.
• Map crime: if you’re finding that items are going missing, spend time working out which areas of the shop seem most susceptible. Keep a record of locations, dates and times – once you’ve pinpointed a particular area it’s easier to work out how to improve surveillance. Making the area more visible by repositioning shelving or stock can help, whilst asking staff to spend more time there is can also be beneficial.
• Keep things tidy: a neat and tidy shop sends out a signal that everything is in order, including security and surveillance. Don’t forget the exterior of your shop too: making sure it looks well kept is a clear demonstration that the security of your business is important to you.
• Install CCTV: if you haven’t already done so, installing CCTV is probably the single most effective step you can take to improve the security of your shop. Carefully positioned cameras will deter the majority of thieves whilst providing you with reassurance and evidence if the worst happens.

Get in touch for advice on protecting your retail premises

Here at FirstEye we work with businesses throughout Leeds and Yorkshire, providing a wide range of cost-effective security solutions. From intruder alarms and CCTV, through to access control and security lighting, we can help you find solutions to provide your retail premises with the protection it deserves.

To find out more, or to arrange for a free, no-obligation security survey, get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

Smart home technology installed in Leeds by FirstEye

There’s no denying that modern life can be very hectic and always being on the go means we need simple, quick solutions, designed to help us stay in control of our homes. Smart technology can help you do just this, offering you the capability to do everything from set your burglar alarm to programming the dishwasher – all by using your mobile phone.

Here at FirstEye we have the expertise to install a range of smart home solutions; from intruder alarms and CCTV through to video doorbells. We can help you make the most of the latest technologies to protect your home, reduce your energy bills and ensure you life it just that little bit easier!

Protect your home with smart home technology

Smart home technology can prove incredibly useful when it comes to home security. When combined with security features such as CCTV or an intruder alarm, smart home automation systems make for the perfect smart home. It’s possible to control security systems using your mobile phone wherever you are; whether you’re on the other side of the world or simply working late. Not only is this a great way to ensure your home looks occupied when you’re not there by switching lights on and off, it will also provide you with peace of mind.

Smart home technology not only offers the capability to switch lights on and off when you’re out; you could also set or unset your alarm. We’ve all had situations where we’ve left the house and then remembered that the alarm wasn’t set. A smart alarm puts paid to this problem by enabling you to switch the alarm on and off remotely.

Last and by no means least, a smart doorbell offers a great enhancement to the security of your home. Smart doorbells are designed to let you see who’s at the door even when you’re not in – great for deterring potential intruders but also providing a useful way to communicate with delivery drivers or the postman!

Get in touch with FirstEye

If you’d like to find out more about the benefits of smart home technology, or to arrange for a free, no-obligation quotation, please get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

Security advice from FirstEye – the security installation specialists in Leeds

Following on from last week’s post, this week we’re going to focus upon what burglars are looking for and how to keep your valuables safe.

If the worst happens and a burglar manages to get into your home, the chances are they’ll want to steal as much as they can and then get away as quickly as possible. This is why small items such as jewellery and cash, or small electrical items such as mobile phones or laptops tend to be stolen the most. In addition, they might also be tempted to search your personal paperwork.

So what can you do to make it as hard as possible for them to find what they want? Here are a few ideas on how to beat the burglars and protect your valuables:

• Never leave valuable items in sight of windows or exterior doors.
• Don’t leave large suitcases or bags lying around: thieves use these to carry away as much as possible.
• Don’t leave spare keys lying around or all your keys in one place. Burglars often look for spare keys so don’t label yours, or any spare keys you keep for your neighbours.
• The best way to protect small items is to install a safe that’s fixed to a floor. Safes which aren’t fixed to the floor can be picked up and dropped to open them.
• The next best thing to a safe is your loft. If you have valuables you don’t use or wear, keeping them in the loft is a great way to protect them as a burglar is unlikely to risk going up there.
• There’s a misconception that hiding things in strange places is a good idea. However, a burglar will look for anything unusual and will try to uncover valuables by searching under the bed, inside drawers and even inside your sofa or mattress. In addition, this can make it more difficult to check what’s missing if the worst happens.

Protect your property with a security alarm installed by FirstEye

When it comes to burglary prevention is always better than a cure. Installing a security alarm is the best way to prevent burglary, providing a highly visible deterrent that will put off most thieves. Here at FirstEye we install residential alarm systems for homes of all sizes. To find out more about how we can help you give your home the protection it deserves, get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk