So you have decided to get some shiny new Hi Definition security surveillance for your home or business. Do you know what the difference between HD-SDI and IP cameras is and why and where you might use the different technologies ? Probably not and you most likely you wouldn’t need to know, but does your… Continue reading Choosing The Right Camera Technology?
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Applying Proven Military Reliability Screening Techniques
Having spent more than 30 years in the demanding world of defence equipment, one of my most interesting roles was being responsible for front line equipment reliability. A British Army General once said to me that he didn’t want his troops to have to carry a single piece of equipment that didn’t work properly. So… Continue reading Applying Proven Military Reliability Screening Techniques
Seriously Good Security For People Who Take Their Security (And Welfare) Seriously
Our new tag line (above) that I recently introduced, isn’t simply a play on words. It is intended to make potential clients think seriously about making a choice if they plan to make an investment in security, because that is how security should be looked upon, as an investment. Your return on this investment is… Continue reading Seriously Good Security For People Who Take Their Security (And Welfare) Seriously
January 2015 Review
Finally the cold weather has arrived, although even this month had a few days where t shirts seemed more appropriate than thermals. At the start of the month and the year, we welcomed Darren Hills into the company, as detailed in my previous blog. I am very optimistic that Darren will develop into a first… Continue reading January 2015 Review
March 2014 Review
I think we can finally conclude that the Ark building business idea can be put on hold for now. I will need to check the good book to see how we handle Sahara dust and European pollutants, especially as the Eastern Europeans seem to have the car washing business nicely tied up (am I sounding… Continue reading March 2014 Review
An exciting new phase for GuardHome
This week is very exciting for us at GuardHome as it sees work starting on our new offices. After almost ten years of running my business from a very cosy room in my home, I have decided we are sufficiently mature to have our own offices. Some of the local residents may already have seen… Continue reading An exciting new phase for GuardHome
Do you value your time?
As our previous post identified, not all businesses that you deal with think that your time is valuable. At GuardHome we certainly do! How would you know this? Quite simply, it is written into our company charter that we will always give you a specific date and time for any appointments that we make with… Continue reading Do you value your time?
Who is coming onto your premises?
Someone who wants to steal from your premises may first want to check out how good your security is. One way they may do that is to visit your premises to observe and check what you are doing to protect yourself. Is everyone entering your premises (both outside spaces and inside) there for legitimate reasons… Continue reading Who is coming onto your premises?
Another Great Year For GuardHome
At GuardHome we are just coming to the end of our ninth year of trading. Where has the time gone? Again we have achieved near record sales with our reputation for providing superb security and the highest standards of customer service being cited by our clients as their reason for using us and allowing us… Continue reading Another Great Year For GuardHome
The Data Protection Act 1998 – Does Your CCTV Surveillance System Comply?
In the 1998 the scope of the Data Protection Act was broadened to include the capture, storage and use of personal data about individuals. This requirement extends to video images produced by CCTV surveillance cameras and a code of practice was produced to ensure that the obligations under the act were properly understood. In simple… Continue reading The Data Protection Act 1998 – Does Your CCTV Surveillance System Comply?
