The revenue from your small business is hard-won, and the last thing that should compromise its profitability is theft. Unfortunately, many small business owners overlook this key component to a successful business, or are lax in the implementation of security policies. Establishing a secured premises is easier than it may sound, as long as you consider these three components.
1. Visual Security
Take a look at your building at night—is each and every entry point well lighted? Are the light fixtures used tamper proof? If there are shady doorways, or lights that can be easily broken or removed, the building is susceptible to break ins. Make sure thieves don’t get the luxury of breaking into your building in the privacy of darkness. The lighting on the interior of the building also needs to be considered. When the interior lights are on, and you’re standing outside of the building at night, can you see the people inside the building? If the answer is no, then you need to adjust your lighting strategy. If thieves feel confident that they can work in privacy once they’re inside, they’re more likely to make your building a target. Finally, make sure that you are able to see each entry point in the store from key positions inside the building. Can cashiers see the front door without turning around? Can the person sitting closest to the back door see it without standing up? If not, then make use of convex mirrors to keep visual contact with these entry points. This allows for a quick reaction if a break in is in progress.
2. Physical Barriers
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