in Africa, Crisis Management, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Personal Security Kidnappings in South Africa: How to Stay Safe
According to security experts, most kidnap scenarios occur on public streets within 3,5 miles of the victim’s home or office. Likewise, kidnappings in South Africa also tend to transpire in locations familiar to the victim. The reason is that they feel safe, resulting in reduced awareness of their surroundings. In such instances, the intended target...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Ground Team, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Roadside Robbery Safety in South Africa – A Guide for Foreign Travelers
As the third-largest economy, South Africa is the most technologically advanced, industrialized, and diversified country on the continent. Therefore, one would assume that all other sectors will follow suit. In other words, that South Africa will find itself at an equivalent high standing regarding its security and safety in public. However, the current situation does...
Surprises are the number one factor that challenges corporations worldwide. They are surprised by the existence of back doors, data leaks, or various other security vulnerabilities. To minimize these surprises or eliminate them altogether, heads of companies are obligated to equip their businesses to stop them in their tracks. The best way to do this...
in Personal Protection, Personal Security, Security Community Why You Need an Executive Protection Agent: The Big Reasons
Kidnapping threats, crowd control, secure transportation, and many other segments of your daily life require a person who can handle it all. This individual’s name is the executive protection agent. They are well versed in the art of residential security and planning. But, above all, an EPA boasts the right balance of soft and hard...
in Africa, Ground Team, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment Useful Advice on Travel and Vehicle Selection in West Africa
As the CSO, you have a lot on your plate. The ultimate responsibility for physical and digital security rests on your shoulders. Moreover, your role probably encapsulates everything from fraud prevention to business continuity planning. That said, dealing with vehicle selection can present a small effort with a high impact when your company leaders travel...
in Personal Protection, Personal Security, Security Community, Team Building, Team Work Top Close Protection Skills to Look For in EP Agents
If you are a high-net-worth individual, CEO, or otherwise notable public personality, chances are you are at risk. And, presumably, you want to get rid of it ASAP. So, where do you find protection? On the internet, or do you ask a trusted fellow business associate to recommend a protection company? No matter your response...
in Coronavirus, Demonstrations, Fast Response, Personal Protection, Personal Security Advanced Skills in Executive Protection: The Essentials
One could argue that there is no such thing as basic or advanced skills in executive protection. On the contrary, you could make the case that they are all equally necessary. Yet, we find that certain proficiency levels genuinely make a difference for you as the protectee and your company. Some of them include advance...
in Personal Protection, Personal Security, Security Community Executive Protection Company: Security Simplified
What separates a successful company from a failed one? A customer-centric approach and a solid vision are the apparent replies to this question. Yet, to prosper in the brutal business landscape of today, an organization needs to deliver unique value and radiate perseverance to bolster it ahead. Of course, all this applies to any executive...
in Crisis Management, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment, Security Community The Best Practices of Strategic Crisis Management
As a term, strategy comes from a Greek word signifying command or generalship. Our modern-day understanding of the notion doesn’t stray too far away from its original meaning. Similarly, crises have been around for as long as humankind. Thus, strategic crisis management never ceased being a necessity in human populations in one way or another....
in Fast Response, Ground Team, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment, Travel Notes Secure Transportation Services: The Often Overlooked Facts
Statistically speaking, as many as 95% of kidnappings take place between the home and the office. Even if you are driving in an armored vehicle, the need for alertness should be ever-present. Secure transportation services aim to reduce the risks and predict the threats that principals ― i.e., the person being protected ― may face...