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Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design: A Pragmatic Approach to Safety and Security
As security challenges evolve, the principles of CPTED remain relevant and effective.

Sam Wilks
Jun 2, 20245 min read
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The Impact of Juvenile Crime on Local Businesses in the Top End
To mitigate the risk of crime, many businesses are forced to invest in enhanced security measures.

Sam Wilks
Jun 2, 20245 min read
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Understanding the Role of a Manager in Modern Security Organisations
The role of a security manager is pivotal in shaping the operational effectiveness and strategic direction of an organisation.

Sam Wilks
Jun 2, 20242 min read
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Physical Security Measures
Selecting appropriate countermeasures is crucial for mitigating the identified risks.

Sam Wilks
Jun 1, 20244 min read
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Sex Trafficking and NGOs: The Unthinkable Connection
The involvement of NGOs in sex trafficking represents a profound betrayal of trust and a stark reminder of the systemic vulnerabilities.

Sam Wilks
Jun 1, 20244 min read
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The Role and Responsibilities of a Supervisor
The role of a supervisor is not merely administrative but profoundly transformative.

Sam Wilks
Jun 1, 20243 min read
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Rethinking Instincts: The Imperative of Understanding Limitations in Personal Protection
Understanding one’s limitations is not an admission of weakness but a foundational aspect of strategic security operations.

Sam Wilks
May 31, 20244 min read
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Asset Protection: Layered Defence and Risk Mitigation
In the personal protection realm, delays can be introduced through strategic planning and execution.

Sam Wilks
May 30, 20243 min read
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Child Protection Failures: Examining Abuse Scandals Within NGOs
Organisational cultures that discourage whistleblowing and protect perpetrators are deeply problematic.

Sam Wilks
May 30, 20246 min read
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The Complex Dynamics of Multiple Protection Specialists in Security Details
These are just a handful of the myriad issues that can arise when multiple protection specialists are assigned to a single task.

Sam Wilks
May 30, 20243 min read
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Mitigation of Risks
Risk mitigation is an essential aspect of managing any enterprise, particularly in high-risk areas

Sam Wilks
May 29, 20244 min read
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The Impact of Globalisation on Western Traditions
Ultimately, the goal is to create a society where cultural diversity is celebrated, traditional values are respected, and the benefits.

Sam Wilks
May 29, 20246 min read
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The Indispensable Virtue of Preparedness in Security Operations
In a world increasingly concerned with safety and security, the importance of preparedness cannot be overstated.

Sam Wilks
May 29, 20243 min read
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Security Implications of Overburdened Public Services
The current system is like performing complex surgery with a sledge hammer and the results are just as devastating.

Sam Wilks
May 28, 20245 min read
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The Crucial Elements of Crafting Effective Security Service Contracts
A well-drafted contract serves as the backbone of trust and efficiency in the realm of security services.

Sam Wilks
May 28, 20242 min read
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The Proactive and Reactive Dichotomy in Security Roles
This bifurcation in roles underscores a fundamental difference in approach and priority between public police forces and private security.

Sam Wilks
May 27, 20242 min read
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Corporate Espionage Prevention
The intricate tapestry of corporate espionage prevention is incomplete without consideration of personality dynamics and crowd behaviour.

Sam Wilks
May 26, 20243 min read
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Forecasting the Future: Scenarios If the Cloward-Piven Strategy Succeeds
A welfare system collapse would severely test the capacity of security services to manage social unrest and protect vulnerable populations.

Sam Wilks
May 25, 20246 min read
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The Evolution of Security: From Thief-Takers to Peel's Police
For many, the police are a failed experiment they believe must end; for others, it is a necessary institution that provides safety.

Sam Wilks
May 25, 20246 min read
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The Mirage of Government Charity
While the intent behind government redistribution might be to mirror the noble impulses of charity, reality is often far removed from this i

Sam Wilks
May 24, 20245 min read
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