If you run a business, whether it’s large or small, it's important you have an office security system in place to keep it safe from crime and other forms of disruptive activity.  Thefts, fires and break-ins cost organisations millions of pounds every single year, so offices would be making a wise investment to install a proper and effective office security system. Here at IDS Security Systems, we offer a comprehensive range of security measures that will ensure your office is adequately protected. Build your own, bespoke office security system with a little help from the IDS team.

Access Control Systems

Access control systems are incredibly valuable within an office setting because they allow access to your premises to authorised personnel only – this is a perfect option for an office that contains private and sensitive information. Access control systems come in various forms also, which makes them a great option for a range of offices. From fully computerised multi-site networks of control points to internal doors, we have an access control system that'll be perfect for your office. We utilise the latest security technologies such as biometrics and key fobs to ensure that your office security system is up-to-date, and offering maximum levels of safety at all times.

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CCTV Cameras

These are a simple yet very effective means of keeping your business secure, allowing you to detect and record criminal activity. With surveillance technology progressing massively in recent years, there is no better time to implement a network of CCTV cameras around your office. We are continuously implementing the latest developments in CCTV technology, such as fibre optic transmission and digital recording, to provide you with contemporary solutions that you can place your entire trust in. Feel free to get in touch with our security specialists if you'd like to add CCTV cameras to your bespoke office security system.

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Intruder Alarms

Intruder alarms are also a great measure when it comes to protecting businesses and offices. We are able to include our state-of-the-art intruder alarms as part of your office security system. These will be installed and maintained by our team of experienced professionals, making the entire process stress-free. Intruder alarms are extremely effective because they can be monitored around the clock from our monitoring station, giving you peace of mind that your office is always being observed. 

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Fire Alarms

With fires contributing to countless injuries in the workplace every year, it is imperative that a proper fire safety measure such as a fire alarm is incorporated into your office security system. It is required by law, under Section 4 of the government’s guide to fire safety in the workplace, to have a ‘fire detection and warning system’, so this is not an office security system measure you can miss.

The type of fire alarm system you choose depends on the building and the nature of the work that is carried out within your business. To get a better understanding of the exact fire alarm solution you need, speak to our security system technicians.

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Each one of these security measures will go a long way to protecting your office if you incorporate them into your office security system. Why not combine a number of these solutions to create one bespoke, comprehensive office security system? Contact us today by clicking below to submit your enquiry form!

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Chance & Counters is a board game café that opened in the centre of Cardiff. Spread over three storeys in a picturesque Victorian building on High Street, Chance & Counters is home to more than 500 board games, which visitors are encouraged to try out while they sample a variety of dishes and drinks.

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As one of Cardiff's leading security companies, IDS Security Systems Ltd were asked to provide a range of security and fire protection solutions for the new café. Not only did we supply the cameras and alarms for Chance & Counters, we also designed the whole system and installed it ourselves. Our experienced engineers handled the job with their usual professionalism, and we are very proud to have been involved in this fantastic, unique addition to Cardiff's food and drink scene.

Photos from @IDSFireSecurity on Twitter

IDS supplied and installed the following systems:

• Intruder alarms
• CCTV cameras
• Fire alarms

If you require an expertly-designed security and/or fire protection system for your premises, please call IDS Security on 029 20 753 251 or enquire online to request a quotation. No job is too big, too small or too unusual!

If you own or operate a car park - whether it's a small patch of tarmac or a multi-storey parking complex - it's a good idea to use CCTV cameras to monitor what's happening there. CCTV will deter crime and improve customer trust, and if a break-in or theft should occur on your premises, the victim(s) may request CCTV footage to assist with police investigations.

Specialist surveillance systems from IDS Security

Here at IDS Security Systems Ltd, we employ a team of experienced engineers who specialise in the design and installation of commercial security systems.

We will:

• Visit your car park to assess your requirements and identify the best surveillance solution for you
  
  
• Supply and install state-of-the-art CCTV cameras (we can provide a variety of products, including PTZ cameras, IP cameras, digital video recorders and more)
  
  
• Provide a 24-hour monitoring and engineering call-out service (for maintained customers only - contact us for details)

We can also offer expert advice throughout the whole process to ensure that you understand and are completely satisfied with your new surveillance setup. Use the links below to find out more or get in touch with the IDS team - we'd be more than happy to provide a free, no-obligation quotation for your car park CCTV system.

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We can provide a variety of other security systems for car parks, including:

• Car park barriers
• Access control systems
• Fire alarms

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Chwarae Teg (Welsh for 'fair play') is a charity whose stated mission is "to help ensure that Women in Wales can enter the workplace, develop their skills and build rewarding careers". At the Virgin Money Lounge in the centre of Cardiff last night, Chwarae Teg launched their new 'FairPlay Employer Network' with an event that brought together representatives from numerous Welsh businesses, including IDS Security Systems Ltd.

As a woman-led company, we at IDS Security are very much aligned with what Chwarae Teg are working to achieve. Our Managing Director Julie Halton attended the FairPlay Employer Network event in Cardiff last night and found it to be an inspirational experience. The primary topic of focus for the evening was inclusive recruitment and how it can drive success when done correctly - guest speaker Ryan Cullen gave a very insightful talk on this subject, using his own employer DevOpsGroup as a real-life example of the benefits that can come from switching to a more inclusive recruitment policy.

This was the first of what promises to be a most enlightening series of Chwarae Teg business events, and we look forward to details of the next FairPlay Employer Network evening.

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We are excited to announce that we have recently attained Cyber Essentials certification, this blog tells you a little bit about what that means and how it benefits you, our customers.

What does it mean to be Cyber Essentials certified?

Cyber Essentials is a government supported scheme that helps businesses to protect their organisations from cyber-attacks including hacking, phishing and password guessing across all types of devices

We have attained this certification to instil confidence in our new and existing customers that we’re taking the most appropriate measures to secure their personal data. We’re now committed to continually improving our cyber security measures to ensure the highest level of cyber-security at all times.

To find out more about Cyber Essentials, head to their website:

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