Viewpoint

Setting the agenda within our own sector, at Advance we are never afraid to address external issues to the benefit of our customers and the industry as a whole. We encourage debate and are are keen to highlight the topics that need industry wide consideration and as such often lend our opinion to trade publications on a variety of topics that have a genuine bearing within the security industry.

New Government
Risk UK - May 10
Following the recent General Election, National Operations Director Donna Alexander shares her thoughts on measures the new Government should adopt to improve security and business continuity in the UK.

Accreditations
Risk UK - April 10
National Operations Director Donna Alexander discusses whether there exists a real benefit for suppliers in achieving third party certification..

Taking Stock - Post 9/11
Professional Security  - March 2010
National Sales Manager Hugo Gillum-Webb shares his thoughts about the security industry post 9/11.

Fun and Games
Risk UK - Jan 10
Given that the London 2012 Olympics will probably be the largest security project the UK has ever seen, Advance Security Managing Director Richard Bailey discusses how the Games will affect what companies do now to ensure that their own security and business continuity measures will be able to cope. 

Meet the Managers
Risk UK - Dec 09
Advance Security National Operations Director Donna Alexander discusses a number of issues pertaining to the security industry in a special 'Meet the Managers' feature.

The Challenges and Opportunities in Public Sector Contracts
SMT Online - Nov 09
Advance Security Managing Director Richard Bailey speaks at the Skills for Security National Conference (England and Wales) 2009 about the public sector and why this area holds much untapped potential for security companies as a whole.

Criminal Law for Security Staff
Professional Security Magazine - Aug 09
Despite security staff dealing with criminality on a daily basis, and being obliged to operate within the constraints of the law at all times, the awkward truth is that many in the industry have little more than a very basic understanding of the law.  Recognising this discrepancy, Shop Direct Group (SDG), in partnership with Advance Security, has responded with the creation of a nationally accredited training course in 'Criminal Law for Security Staff'. 

Pandemic Preparations
Risk UK Panel - Aug 09
With the growth of reported cases of H1N1 virus (Swine Flu) showing no signs of slowing down, Managing Director Richard Bailey looks at Business Continuity Plans.

Going Public - Security in the Public Sector
SMT Online - May 09
As our public sector portfolio continues to grow, Richard Bailey discusses a number of areas in which the public/private sector security worlds can learn from eachother.

Nanny State or Safety First?
Risk UK Panel - Feb 09
Richard Bailey looks at the importance of Health & Safety in the workplace.

Achieving Diversity: A battle for the sexes? 
SMT Online - Feb 09
Traditionally, the security profession has been a male-dominated domain at both officer and managerial level. Donna Alexander argues why it should be more inclusive.

Too Much Focus on IT?
Risk UK Panel - Nov 08
Richard Bailey looks at the increasing need for integrated security provision.

Tightening Security Belts
Risk UK Panel - Sept 08
Donna Alexander argues that in a difficult economic climate we must work with our customers to find the optimum security solution that best fits their needs and budget.

Olympic Shortfall
Risk UK Panel - Aug 08
Richard Bailey believes the Olympics can provide the perfect opportunity to attract potential officers to the industry from other sectors.

Climate Change
Risk UK Panel - Jul 08
Richard Bailey argues that green issues should be seen as an opportunity rather than a hindrance.

Green Business Is Good Business
SMT- May 08
Richard Bailey looks at how the industry can deliver on its wider CSR requirements.

Future Shocks for 2008
Risk UK Panel - Feb 08
Richard Bailey looks forward to 2008.

Best of Both Worlds
Risk UK - Jan 08
Pete Chegwin believes that the more educated clients are well aware of the benefits of combining the skills of manned guards with technologies.

Dedicated to Development
Risk UK - Dec 07
Richard Bailey discusses the intracacies of shopping centre security.

Advance Security Campaign: Plan for the Pandemic  
SMT - Nov 07
The greatest threat to the City of London?