Drawing from over 40 years of experience in the sector, Ian Pugh offers a candid and compelling guide for asset managers and property owners looking to adapt with purpose and urgency.

In his article, Ian delivers five clear, actionable tips for those ready to elevate security from a back-office function to a strategic pillar of property management:

1. Security as Investment: Stop treating security as a cost centre, when done right, it protects people and assets while adding value.
   
2. Tech Integration: Combine human expertise with smart technology to lower costs and raise performance.
   
3. Threat Assessments: Regular, thorough assessments expose hidden vulnerabilities and guide smart decision-making.
   
4. Prepare for Protect Duty: Anticipate new legal responsibilities under the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill and get ahead on compliance.
   
5. Prioritise Professionalism: Reject the race to the bottom in pricing, professional security services should be evaluated on quality, not just cost.
   

This piece not only provides tactical advice but also champions a bold, forward-thinking approach to security as a cornerstone of effective property management.

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Five Tips to Adapt by Ian Pugh on ProfessionalSecurity.co.uk

Originally published on Professional Security Magazine