In Security Management Magazine, Knowmadics’ co-founder and CEO, Paul Maguire, outlines important security planning guidelines in his article, 5 Steps to Improve Situational Awareness and Public Safety at Large Events.
In this 10th year following the Boston Marathon bombing, Paul details the strategies and tactics that security practitioners should consider for effective crisis response. “The speed at which situational awareness is regained, particularly in the immediate aftermath, determines the severity of the event’s impact. Even highly trained security officers may experience confusion and a lack of clarity when faced with a life-or-death scenario involving the public’s survival,” Paul writes. To mitigate these risks, he shares industry insights and real-world examples of how to balance resources, manage communication, and maximize technology to ensure public safety.
To learn more, delve into Paul’s article: 5 Steps to Improve Situational Awareness and Public Safety at Large Events.