Security expert invests in new technology systems as revenue quadruples
A security specialist has seen revenue from systems solutions quadruple over the last 12 months, as it looks to provide a single-source solution for protecting people, places and property.
MAN Commercial Protection, which works with hundreds of customers across engineering, manufacturing, logistics, commercial and retail, has seen orders for its CCTV monitoring, intruder detection systems and remote access technology reach £400,000.
Led by CEO Iain McCallister, the company believes this appetite to embrace technology will complement the traditional security services it has provided for more than 32 years, such as security guarding, key holding and concierge services.
“Whilst people will always be the heartbeat of our sector, we are aware of how new advancements in security systems can deliver greater efficiencies and potential cost savings for certain scenarios,” said Daniel Moseley, technical director of MAN Commercial Protection.
“That is why we’ve spent the last three years exploring new technology and innovations that we believe can add value to the MAN approach - we now have a comprehensive hybrid guarding model, combining on-site officers with technology, that can be tailored to suit the requirements and resources of all customers.
“Orders for our systems are testimony to this, with sales up to £400,000 and the real potential for this figure to double again in 2026.”
MAN Commercial Protection, which employs 1,500 people, offers concierge, CCTV monitoring, security guarding, systems solutions and keyholding services, as well as providing services to high profile boxing, sporting and music events.
The company first introduced E-Guard intruder detection systems two years ago, which provide real-time customer alerts for incidents.
Ideal for vacant properties, construction sites and office blocks, the solar-powered units provide a 30-metre diameter motion detection and can be installed in just two hours.
The range of systems is increasing all the time and MAN Commercial Protection has just completed a £200,000 investment in upgrading its 24/7 remote control room, located at its West Midlands headquarters.
From here, control room operatives monitor HD CCTV cameras, motion detectors and alarm systems, providing round the clock monitoring for clients across the UK. They also give clients access to sites remotely, offering preventative protection and the ability to record and analyse any patterns in suspicious behaviour.
An example of where technology is already delivering significant operational improvement and cost savings is Britannia Shopping Centre in Hinckley.
Following a bespoke security review, MAN Commercial Protection identified the solution to streamline the service delivery by reducing the out-of-hours security presence and introducing remote CCTV monitoring, utilising the latest analytic software and enabling remote access to key areas of the Centre via their 24/7 Control Room.
A mobile response service was also implemented in case of incidents, providing complete peace of mind and thousands of pounds of cost savings for the client.
Claus Andersen, commercial director of MAN Commercial Protection, added: "Every client receives an initial security review, and this explores their requirements and their budgets. From there, we devise the best possible security solution that delivers protection, value and customer satisfaction.
“With the recent investment in technology, we know we are offering innovations that really make a difference.
“We’re not stopping there. Our tech team are currently integrating AI-assisted video analytics, the latest drones and digital site performance management, and launching a new client dashboard to keep track of KPIs and incidents.”
Pictured: The E-Guard intruder detection system
