2020 is set to be an exciting year with regard to residential security trends. The Internet of Things, or IoT, is growing exponentially, as is AI (Artificial Intelligence). More and more things are being stored in the cloud, and other technological advancements are making security tighter than ever.

If travelling to far-off destinations or driving to other provinces for bush or beach holidays this festive season is not on the cards for your family, and staying at home is your optimal option, be sure to keep safe and sound this holiday season.

Criminals understand that during this time, families are off on holiday and leave their homes unattended. So, what do they do? They make themselves at home in your home, but the Christmas tree and the presents under it is not their focus.

South African businesses are still experiencing high crime levels. Cyberattacks are on the increase in the country at an alarming rate, and many small firms are feeling the brunt.

As technology evolves, seamless integration has become a vital component of any working system. Adding technological advancements to your property allows for increased operations that can improve the overall quality and experience of any system.

Over the last few years, it’s become clear that the South African Police Service (SAPS) is overburdened and struggling to keep up with the country’s high crime rates. While many people rush to make the conversation about competency and socioeconomic issues, there’s another element to the topic that often goes unnoticed – the numbers.

A lot is happening in the world of private security in South Africa. In the latest development, Police Minister Bheki Cele gazetted a few legislative changes impacting security guards in the country.

Times are tough. Have a chat with any South African and this phrase will come up. You don’t have to look far to see it, as the president emphasised this at State of the Nation address earlier in June. The economy is experiencing challenges; the cost of living remains tight, and all the while, we still have to grapple with a high crime rate.

The security needs of residents and tenants who live in residential complexes and office buildings will differ from that of home or business owners with their own property. This means that facility and property managers looking to upgrade these kinds of security systems will need to consider the most suitable upgrades available. By making sure a building only implements the most advanced and sophisticated systems, you add more value and heighten the protection experienced by residents.

Sitting in gridlocked traffic, running your phone battery flat and not being able to cook are just some of the inconveniences South Africans have to deal with during rolling blackouts For South African businesses, the cost is even higher, with lost productivity during outages in 2019 alone amounting to billions. With Winter around the corner, it’s likely to get worse as electricity demand increases.