Businesses urged to seek professional security advice

25th May, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off

Businesses are being urged to consult a specialist before installing security measures. Adrian Platts, spokesman for the Business Crime Reduction Centre (BCRC), which aims to reduce crime by providing advice, signposting and support to businesses in the north-east of England, believes purchasing business security systems can be a daunting challenge. “Unless businesses have a good » Read More

Lighting changes can save money

23rd May, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off

According to the British Council for Offices (BCO), a simple change in lighting can save businesses over a third on electricity usage. Paul Edwards, chair of the BCO’s Environmental Sustainability Group and head of sustainability at Hammerson, said changing from a T8 light fitting to a T5 fitting, will reduce energy usage by 35% instantaneously. » Read More