At GSX 2024 in Orlando, global security and risk management leaders from every sector gathered to discuss the latest trends. As the industry adopts emerging technology solutions and grapples with new and resurgent threats, the conference offered several key lessons that can help security professionals navigate the changing times.
Data-driven Security Solutions
One of the most prominent themes at the conference was the expanding role of data in informing security decisions. Real-time analytics in security, predictive modeling for risk management, and global risk indexes have become essential components of effective security strategies. Organizations require reliable data to make decisions on resource allocation and growth.
In today’s world, data powers everything. It helps make life more manageable, provides clearer insights into complex problems, and enhances decision-making.
Decisions involving expansion or new resource allocation are inherently risky. That’s why Pinkerton’s industry-leading tools provide robust data to help businesses chart the right course for the safety of their operations and personnel.
At the event, Pinkerton demonstrated its leadership in this area with tools like Risk Pulse and the Pinkerton Crime Index (PCI), offering timely security analytics and data-driven insights that empower clients to proactively manage risks. By leveraging global trends, local conditions, and client-specific needs, Pinkerton ensures a more holistic approach to risk management.
Customization Is Key
Another main takeaway was that one-size-fits-all security strategies are not effective at preventing or mitigating real-life crises. Today, organizations face complex challenges that require custom security solutions to address their specific needs.
Pinkerton’s approach is built on understanding each client’s unique risk profile and providing solutions that address their specific circumstances. For example, PCI both allow organizations to input their unique data on resources and compare those notes to broader trends in crime, natural disasters, and more — allowing businesses to evaluate if their allocation matches their needs.
The Need for Integrated Security Systems
Security is no longer siloed. At GSX, discussions focused on how implementing a seamless security risk management plan that incorporates multiple disciplines and key stakeholders is critical in delivering a seamless approach. For example, arming security professionals with best-in-class technology can help proactively mitigate threats.
Pinkerton’s strategic alliance with Securitas Technology exemplifies this collaborative approach. By working together, both organizations can offer their clients a broader range of services — combining Pinkerton’s expertise in risk management services with Securitas’s on-the-ground security technology. This partnership provides clients with a fully integrated solution tailored to their needs without having to navigate multiple providers on their own.
Overall, GSX highlighted the evolving security landscape, showcasing the significant impact of data integration, customization, and collaboration on the industry's future. The conversations and innovations presented at the event reminded us of the need for security professionals to continue to adapt to these trends to protect their organizations.
