Small Businesses Need Security Systems Too

So you think business security systems are just for Fortune 500 companies and nationwide retailers? Think again.

A study by University of Alabama at Birmingham criminologists showed that criminals target small businesses. In the study, 56 percent of small businesses reported being victims of crime. A majority of the crimes were burglaries and vandalism.

So how much can crime hurt your business? Just take a look at these stats:

• Robberies result in an average property loss of $873 (National Center for Victims of Crime)

• Shoplifters typically steal anywhere from $2 to $200 worth of goods per incident (ShopliftingPrevention.org)

• 75% of all employees steal from work in some way (U.S. Chamber of Commerce)

That’s why it’s important for small businesses owners to consider a security system. Criminals will be less likely to target your business during business hours and after hours.

Working with a professional business security company can help you determine that right solutions for your business. That may include access control systems, security camera surveillance or other security options.

The key is to understand that criminals do not discriminate. Crimes happen to businesses of all sizes. That’s why you should take the proper precautions in safeguarding your business.

At Hue & Cry Security Systems, we are the go-to security alarm company for small and medium businesses in Northern California and Southern Oregon. We work closely with small business owners like you to develop a custom security system that meets your needs.

To learn more about our business security systems, call us at 1-800-762-3196 or visit www.HueAndCry.com.