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Radios and Austere Communications Technologies
When we talk about security technology we tend to talk in depth about camera systems and the development of AI-based analytics, facial recognition, and license plate readers. Further down the list the benefits of access control and intrusion detection systems, then when a vehicle ramming attack is in the news anti-ram barriers or weapons detection systems when there is a shooting, but what about communication? Efficient real time communication technology is essential for many

Thomas McComas
Feb 114 min read


Weapon Screening Isn't Magic
The threat of violence in public settings is always a concern and many companies are installing AI weapon screening systems or metal detectors. I hate to break it to you, but these aren't magic and they alone will not prevent 100% of weapons from entering your facility. Concert venues, airports, and other high security environments have been using metal detectors for years while other organizations like schools and hospitals have been slower to implement them. Newer systems a

Thomas McComas
Jan 283 min read


Protests and the Potential for Violence
The events of the past year around the country only show how far the political divide has reached. Videos circling the internet and various media channels showing rioters throwing rocks and other projectiles at government vehicles, setting vehicles on fire, and spreading graffiti on various buildings. Historically, the protesting season usually ends when the weather gets colder and when universities start their curriculum, but this isn’t always the case. A very real risk pose

Thomas McComas
Nov 4, 20253 min read


Forgotten maintenance
Congratulations! Your company finally started to take security seriously. They have completed a security risk assessment, worked with department managers and senior leaders to create policies and procedures to ensure a safe and secure environment for their employees, and encouraged a security culture in the workplace. They even solicited design professionals to design physical and electronic security measures to eliminate or mitigate known risks. Lastly, they hired competent

Thomas McComas
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Potential for Violence from Mass Gatherings
Protestors using road flares at night As tensions grow around the United States, Canada, and Mexico over the potential of future tariffs,...

Thomas McComas
Feb 14, 20253 min read


BASTION SECURITY GROUP BEGINS OPERATIONS IN CANADA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bastion Security Group Launches Operations in Canada Windsor, ON – January 24, 2025 Bastion Security Group is...

Thomas McComas
Jan 24, 20251 min read


Outdoor Lighting Effects on Video Surveillance
The lighting on most commercial and public properties does not provide enough ambient light for public safety or for video surveillance...

Thomas McComas
Jun 14, 20234 min read


Don't Forget To Tell Your Electrical Engineer This
Coordination is a major part of any construction project and security systems are no different. Depending on the size of the security...

Thomas McComas
Jan 26, 20233 min read


5 Scope Items Security Contractors Don't Do
Experienced construction managers know that bidding out scopes of work correctly is a major element of a successful project. Paving needs...

Thomas McComas
Jan 12, 20235 min read


Domestic Violent Extremists: A Major Threat to Critical Infrastructure
January has been a month to remember as one of the most contentious periods of American political history. With many in the middle the...

Thomas McComas
Jan 25, 20214 min read


Three Tips for Securing Office Lobbies
Office lobbies serve as the first impression of your company's culture by visitors, clients, and employees. Public Space: The area that...

Thomas McComas
Aug 21, 20202 min read


What is Holistic Design?
Viewing all of the pieces together Solving a puzzle takes time and it takes key attention to detail to make sure each piece is correct...

Thomas McComas
Aug 17, 20202 min read


Professionalism in Security
(The man above is well dressed and look professional, a security guard might wear a branded uniform, others may where slacks blazers) It...

Thomas McComas
Aug 4, 20203 min read


Website Update
As you may have noticed we have recently made a few changes to our website. This new modern and more efficient design cuts out the...

Thomas McComas
Aug 4, 20201 min read


Were Moving!
We have decided to move downtown to reach new markets within Detroit and to cut costs. Its been great to be a part of Royal Oak and we...

Thomas McComas
Jul 29, 20201 min read


Covid-19 Flattening the Curve, Ending Lockdowns, and Weathering the Potential Second Wave
Admittedly, I have been avoiding the topic of Covid-19 because I didn’t want to give the impression I was trying to benefit out of a...

Thomas McComas
May 28, 20203 min read


The Fed Restricts Chinese Owned Security and I.T. Technology
In 2019 the National Defense Authorization Act became law effectively banning many popular brands of Chinese owned/manufactured security,...

Thomas McComas
Aug 14, 20191 min read


Cannabusiness: A Fledgling and Vulnerable Industry
The Cannabis industry in Michigan is expected to reach $1.5 Billion! That is a lot of money and unfortunately many businesses have...

Thomas McComas
May 5, 20192 min read


Tech Savvy Terrorists and Airport Disruptions- How Drones Affect the Security Landscape
Great tools when in good hands Recreational drone usage has increased dramatically over the past 5 years due to less expensive hobby...

Thomas McComas
Jan 24, 20193 min read


IoT: Internet enabled devices still have security flaws
(IoT) The Internet of Things: Everyday we see more and more IoT devices come on to the market. The Google Home and The Amazon Echo had a...

Thomas McComas
Jan 24, 20183 min read
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