How to Secure Your Business During Temporary Shutdown
With more businesses temporarily closing due to the Coronavirus, it's essential to have proper security and dependable locks in place. Not being able to run your business entirely doesn't mean that your security and lock systems can't be working overtime. Here are some valuable and easy improvements to implement today to secure your business facility.
Start with a self-assessment of your security
First, look into what you currently have for security and what might be causing any concern. Before purchasing anything new, know what you have and then research what might be a better solution for your business' security. If your business is currently shut down or only partially open, start by making a list of who can enter your building. The list may differ for the doors and locks inside and outside of the building. If your business recently had to furlough or layoff employees, ensure that those employees no longer have access to the building or you have a plan in place to remove access without causing any additional headaches for yourself.
If you run through your security self-assessment and find that you have more questions than answers, don't sweat it! Kwik Pick Lock and Safe is here to help and can provide you with recommended security solutions that are best suited for your business and business needs.
Invest in smart locks
Smart locks are designed for ease and efficiency. One click from your mobile device or Bluetooth can allow you access to your facility, know who else can enter, and who is currently on or recently accessed the premises. For those that tend to lose keys or forget to remove access for an old employee, smart lock systems are super helpful.
When the business is temporarily closed, you can check from your device to see who enters and leaves the building with a smart lock system. If you haven't already added smart security to your establishment, contact us to discuss your options.
Reconfigure doors and safes, if necessary
Purchasing new safes or locks is not top of mind for most business owners focusing on keeping their business afloat. Instead of buying new, consider changing the key configuration in your current locks. New keys are supplied to match the new configuration, but you save on costs and get increased peace of mind.
Since we're currently operating under emergency services, this might need to be done under special circumstances but can help secure your building if you've recently had to lay off employees or temporarily close down your business.
