If you run a business or an office building, the safety of your staff is a top priority. With vast numbers of people walking in and out every day, it can be challenging to ensure trouble isn’t sneaking in. Card readers have often been used to prevent criminals and trespassers from entering, but lost or stolen ID cards can pose as a threat to security. If anyone were to break into the building after hours, is your security system equipped to track down a suspect?

Facial recognition technology is no longer a mere fantasy from sci-fi movies. It’s real,and it’s available for business owners today. One in four British retailers is already using facial recognition technology to catch and prevent theft and crime. Here in Texas, we have laws about the use of facial recognition. But with your employees’ permission, the technology can be an invaluable asset to your building’s security.

Are your business’ parking spaces often filled by people who are taking advantage of your location? Perhaps you own a restaurant on a popular shopping street or a shop near the beach, and non-customers are leaving their cars parked there for hours. Or maybe you want to be sure you know who is coming in and out of your property, and in the case of an incident, track down a car’s license plate number.

As a business owner or property manager, you know what a responsibility it is to keep your building safe for everyone inside. This includes protecting inventory from theft because if your business loses merchandise or cash, it could affect everything from the bottom line to your employees’ job security.