Tag: Armed Guards

Reviewed by M. Lane, CPP, 18 years in law-enforcement and corporate security, currently Director of Operations at XPressGuards. 1. Why Construction Sites Start at $50 k a Month A 10-acre active site runs 24/7 to prevent copper theft and vandalism. One guarded gate, one rover patrol and random after-hours walk-throughs consume 336 hours a week. [...]

1. Shrinkage: The $61 B Problem Reviewed by M. Lane, CPP, 18 years in law-enforcement and corporate security, currently Director of Operations at XPressGuards. NRF’s 2024 National Retail Security Survey pegs annual shrink at $61 B, up 14 % year over year. Large chains (500+ stores) average 1.62 % of sales lost to theft, internal [...]

Reviewed by M. Lane, CPP, 18 years in law-enforcement and corporate security, currently Director of Operations at XPressGuards. 1. Guard-to-Employee Ratio: The Insurance Mandate Carriers writing property policies for Fortune 1000 campuses demand one security post per 150–200 occupants plus a roaming patrol. At 500 employees you already sit at three static posts and one [...]

1. Why Fortune 500 Contracts Start at $1 M a Year Reviewed by M. Lane, CPP, 18 years in law-enforcement and corporate security, currently Director of Operations at XPressGuards. Multi-state footprints, 24/7 operations and fiduciary duty to shareholders push F500 budgets into seven figures. Average spend lands between $1.2 M and $4.8 M annually for [...]

At XPressGuards, we take pride in providing top-notch security services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our success is best measured by the satisfaction of those we serve. Let’s take a look at some of the success stories and testimonials from our valued clients who have benefited from our security guard services.

The security industry is constantly evolving, and technology is playing a significant role in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of security guard services. From advanced surveillance systems to smart access control, modern technology is transforming how security guards protect properties and people. Let’s explore how technology is revolutionizing security guard services and what benefits it brings.