Release of the January 2024 Safeguards Consulting Chronicle

We are proud to share that we recently released the December issue of our firm's monthly newsletter, The Safeguards Consulting Chronicle. We started the newsletter in January 2023 and now reaches security professionals around the globe, and our firm would love to invite you to subscribe!  

Our newsletter covers numerous industry events, news, and updates. Some of the items we included in our December issue were:   

+ A client spotlight piece on The US CPTED Association.   

+ A special Christmas message from our firm.

+ An exclusive article on AI: A Paradigm Shift For Our Industry

+ A list of beneficial industry events, that includes events we are supporting/speaking at as well as other events we recommend attending.   

+ Our list of useful blog articles.    

+ A selection of key industry news and updates.    

+ A quick industry tip as provided by our experts.   

If interested, please subscribe using the hyperlink included below.   

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If you subscribe to our free newsletter, you gain access to all the exclusive security content mentioned above as well as additional content we hope will help you in your role as a security professional. It is also a wonderful way for Safeguards Consulting, Inc. to stay in contact with you regarding company news, updates, or events so please consider subscribing in time for our January issue!   

Schreiber To Speak at CONSULT Technical Security Symposium 2023

We are excited to share that our Founder and President, Mark Schreiber will be speaking at the upcoming CONSULT Technical Security Symposium on October 13th - 16th at the Hyatt Regency in Louisville, Kentucky! 

(Park Suite | Sunday, October 15, 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM): CPTED - Think Outside the Box

His first session, "CPTED - Think Outside the Box" will cover how physical security consultants can "think outside the box" when it comes to providing facility hardening measures. This at times means providing additional or more unique services when it comes to providing clients with a higher customer value. 

However, this can prove challenging due to having to get creative when thinking outside of traditional design. One of the most successful "out of the box" ideas that have been implemented by experienced consultants, however, is the application of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

The International Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Association defines CPTED as, "a multi-disciplinary approach of crime prevention that uses urban and architectural design and the management of built and natural environments". This idea is focused more on behavioral science than target-hardening strategies. This strategy is concentrated on utilizing environmental design concepts to deter criminal conduct and sustain legitimate use by employing various resources such as architecture, engineering, landscaping, facility operations, signage, and lighting to lessen the necessity of traditional technical and operational security elements. Overall, its goal is to create an environment where legitimate users feel secure while criminals feel vulnerable. In order to create this environment and overall senestation, users of CPTED employ four vital elements of natural and man-made conditions: Natural Surveillance: Natural Access Control; Territorial Reinforcement; and Maintenance / Management.

Joining Schreiber to expand on the idea of CPTED, is a panel of highly experienced consultants and educators who have implemented CPTED into their own designs for various clients and organizations. The panel includes Dan Keller (American Crime Prevention Institute), Phil Santore (Introba), and Robert Summers (Summers Associates).  

We hope you will consider joining this session and will consider implementing CPTED applications into your own designs following the session! 


(Park Suite | Sunday, October 15, 2:45 - 4:15 PM): ChatGPT and Similar Tools to Know ... Tools to Use?

Schreiber's second session, "ChatGPT and Similar Tools to Know .. Tools to Use?" will cover the basic definition of artificial intelligence (AI), its various forms and categorization, and the risks and benefits of utilizing AI in both the security and marketing industries. Afterward, Schreiber will dive into a demonstration of various forms of AI that prove to be efficient when implemented from a marketing standpoint or to be more specific a security marketing standpoint. During this portion of the session, attendees will also be invited to participate following the demonstration of the various forms of AI to gain hands-on experience with the tools presented. 

Joining Schreiber in presenting will be Jim Elder (Secured Design). Together they will cover how ChatGDP can inspire new ideas. However, they will also cover how the over-reliance on these tools can inspire conflict to arise. Some of the various risks of using an artificial intelligence tool are that they can be utilized to fake identities, create spear phishing attacks, and spoof audio and video content. Attendees in this lab will gain first-hand experience with ChatGPT in a series of instructor-led exercises while seeing how their peers have utilized it within their own work while also discussing more implications for the technology within the security and security consulting industries.

We hope to see you in attendance this Friday through next Monday (October 13th - 16)! 

To learn more visit: 

CONSULT Sessions (attendconsult.com) 

To learn more about CPTED prior to attending the first session visit: 

ICA home page (cpted.net) 

Mark Schreiber to speak at SIA ISC West Event

Safeguards Consulting is looking forward to the SIA ISC West event! The ISC West is held every year at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, and is the largest converged security trade event in the US! Security Professionals and even customers are invited to the event as it will feature many influential and highly experienced professionals in the industry. Our president, Mark Schreiber, will be there and be giving two presentations. More details on those sessions will be announced soon here on our blog and on our socials so be on the lookout if you don’t want to miss those updates!

Learn More and Register Here: https://www.securityindustry.org/upcoming-events/isc-west/

Mark Schreiber to Speak at US CPTED conference

Our President, Mark Schreiber, is gearing up for the US CPTED conference happening February 7th- 9th of 2023 being held at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Mark will be speaking on the 7th regarding the new ISO 22341 CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) standard and how to implement it. He will discuss the history of this standard, the role he plays in implementing it, and the purpose each area has in the industry and how they can be implemented in an organization. Mark will also lead a panel of professionals on the application of CPTED in Design and Construction practices.  

There will be many other beneficial panel sessions held by different fire and police departments, construction and design professionals from universities, and more. At this event, NICP CPD holders can renew the CPD credential by attending the conference. 

Conference Information: https://uscpted.com/cpted-conferences/ 

Conference Agenda and Sign-up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/us-cpted-association-inaugural-conference-registration-234848878317 

Schreiber To Speak at USCA October Webinar

Safeguards Consulting Inc would love to see you in attendance at the upcoming U.S. CPTED Association October Webinar that will take place on October 5th at 9 am EST! Our president Mark Schreiber and Professor Hyeonho Park will be discussing ISO's newest and current Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) standards. This is a great way to learn more about how ISO standards are developed and how this standard can be used by the security industry. Please use the Eventbrite link to register; members attend for free!  

For additional information related to the event or to register please visit the links below:  

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/us-cpted-association-october-webinar-registration-277669857017 

https://uscpted.com/registration

Mark Schreiber to Speak at the US CPTED Association's Inaugural Conference

Mark Schreiber, our President and a Director of the US CPTED Association, will be speaking at the association's inaugural conference in February 2023 at the University of South Florida in Tampa.  

The primary focus of the conference will be topics related to the application of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles, and how to further ensure safety within your community through the design of the built environment. CPTED is defined by the association as, "a multidisciplinary approach that supports elements from urban and architectural design, placemaking, tactical urbanism, community engagement, and security & safety."  

At the conference, CPTED Awards will be presented, and NICP CPD holders will be able to renew their CPD credentials. Membership in the US CPTED Association also provides numerous networking opportunities as well as access to webinars, workshops, conferences, and other events. 

“I am excited to support this groundbreaking conference that brings CPTED professionals from all practices together to share knowledge and ideas!” said Schreiber.  

 

For those in the industry interested in attending, please visit the US CPTED Association’s registration site at US CPTED Association Inaugural Conference Registration, Tue, Feb 7, 2023 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite