The Control Is Yours: Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications

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1 The Control Is Yours: Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications With security management apps, you can better protect your livelihood -- wherever and whenever you want. With 6 billion active mobile subscriptions 1 and a 50 percent increase per year of tablet adoption in enterprises, 2 it s clear: Mobility has become an integral part of the modern business, introducing more opportunities for small businesses to focus on the big picture. Just ask any small-business owner. No longer tethered to wired workstations, a newfound freedom has evolved, as technology provides more flexibility to their lives. In fact, according to a recent survey, it is estimated that 78 percent of business owners believe that mobile apps are timesavers. 3 Hence, industries are now offering mobile technology options for their busy customers and the security industry is no exception. Freedom and control are no longer mutually exclusive. Evident by the next generation of security solutions, both multitasking and peace of mind can now be achieved remotely. 1 Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications

2 Five Benefits of Mobile Security Management Applications Eighty-five percent of business owners use a smartphone 4 and that number is growing. Consequently, mobile security is quickly increasing in relevancy, and it s only a matter of time before the majority of business owners are honing its incredible power to better protect their means of making a living. 72% of businesses believe that increased productivity is the direct result of flexible working practices. 5 // Your flexibility increases. As a small-business owner, you re already stretched for time. Whether you re servicing customers, managing suppliers or traveling from one location to the next, you always have something to do. And by employing security management apps, you have the freedom to manage virtually all security controls as if you were right on site. In the event of an incident, you can even view live video and interact with personnel to resolve the situation from your smartphone. Plus: Security management applications are flexible, and numerous nonproprietary platforms can be used. // Your productivity improves. At 72 percent, the majority of businesses believe that increased productivity is the direct result of flexible working practices. 5 With breakthrough convenience, owners can respond to alerts or allow access for deliveries no matter where they are. In fact, the ability to view and manage multiple locations from one single device can save time and assist in more effectively deploying personnel. Plus: According to a recent survey, business owners who believed time was their most valuable asset estimated that mobile applications saved 11.3 employee hours per week. 6 // Security awareness equates to peace of mind. Inherently, running a business includes risks burglary and employee theft can shake the stability of any business. Consequently, owners often worry about what s happening when they re off site after all, their livelihood is at stake. And considering that crime is responsible for up to 30 percent of business failures 7 and that four burglaries occur every minute, 8 their worries aren t unfounded. 2 Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications

3 Yet, with mobile security management apps that work around the clock, business owners can stay aware of what s going on when they re not on the premises. 30% of business failures are attributed to crime. 7 Plus: or text alerts can be added to provide instant notifications when issues arise, and by accessing live video, you can assess the situation and take proper action all from the convenience of your mobile device. // Gain incredible insight into how your business operates. When it comes to small businesses, it s smart to use your equipment to its fullest potential. And who said security cameras had to be used only for security? Having the ability to capture live footage goes well beyond catching a burglar. In fact, it can: Better monitor interactions between employees and customers Reinforce training programs Improve customer satisfaction Evolve safety practices In addition, business owners can also help improve operational compliance by reviewing reports to confirm whether employees are opening and closing the business at the designated times. // Increases work-life balance. Small-business owners work long hours, and they still have a hard time leaving their business after that. However, since work-life balance is critical to one s well-being, using the right security management app can help you feel connected while giving you the peace of mind you need to sleep at night, knowing your systems are armed and ready. You can be notified via text or when a potential security incident arises, and these notifications can include live video of your facility. For additional peace of mind: Managed services such as video and access can be added to have trained professionals monitor your locations around the clock. 3 Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications

4 Capabilities of Security Management Applications Convenient and robust, security management applications have advanced to allow remote management to keep your business safeguarded. As you study your business safety, consider these important capabilities and see what can best let you maximize your time and resources: With mobile security management apps that work around the clock, business owners can stay aware of what s going on when they re not on the premises. Mobile Apps for Video Surveillance Receive incident-related video clips of security event alerts, such as outdoor motion detector activity and sensitive areas being accessed. View live video to monitor vulnerable zones stock rooms, delivery zones and high-value asset areas. Remotely view recorded or archived videos for forensic evidence, training opportunities, monitoring customer service areas and for procedural compliance. Communicate with first responders by sending video clips of security events. Mobile Apps for Access Control Remotely grant temporary access to sensitive areas of your business, for delivery or contractor services. Add, delete or change access credentials for users. Review access reports for sensitive areas. Preset notifications to receive alerts for unauthorized entry. Mobile Apps for Intrusion Detection Remotely arm and disarm an alarm system. Receive alerts for alarm events, such as open and close data. Receive and text alerts when intrusion incidents occur, such as back door opened, motion detected or system disarmed. Remotely test systems and view test results. Add, delete or change alarm system user codes. 4 Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications

5 // The Bottom Line Mobile security applications layered with hosted or managed services are an important step forward in evolving the future of mobile security management. // The Real Bottom Line It saves you both time and money. Safer. Smarter. Tyco. For more information, call Tyco.IS ( ) or visit Sources: 1 The International Telecommunication Union, Forbes.com, SBE Council (Huffington Post highlight), Alicia Ciccone, Small-Business Owners Dependent on Smartphones, Mobile Apps, Huffington Post, June 13, Regus Study, Flexibility Drives Productivity, SBE Council (Huffington Post highlight), US Chamber of Commerce. 8 National Retail Security Survey (NRSS), Five Reasons to Use Mobile Security Management Applications