Security Operations Assessment Services

Gain an independent, objective and expert perspective on the critical gaps in your current security operations – as well as the most promising opportunities to address them.

It pays to look first – before spending on program improvements. That's true whether you're overseeing a global HR enterprise with 150 decentralized offices. Or a nuclear power plant seeking to safeguard mission critical operations. Or a global consumer products company facing the urgent need to remediate deficiencies in the aftermath of workplace violence.

Hillard Heintze specializes in conducting systematic and uniquely tailored assessments of security programs – and their core operations, resources, priorities and assets. We help organizations improve security and safety, capture program efficiencies and develop successful strategies for controlling operational costs without assuming untenable levels of risk.

Scope of Services

Comprehensive Assessment of Security Operations — Independent and objective examination of existing security program capabilities, resources and priorities. Careful evaluation of all safety and security program drivers, including strategy, structure and funding; organization, staffing and training; policies and core processes; physical security; and the integration and effectiveness of security-related technologies.

Best Practices and Benchmarking — Strategic recommendations on multiple areas such as baselines for emergency preparedness, incident management, crisis response, continuity of operations, security awareness, workplace violence prevention, visitor management, credentialing and background screening.

Evaluation of Proprietary vs. Contract Security Guard Services — Detailed review of the merits and drawbacks of various cost and efficiency issues with respect to proprietary vs. contract guard services.

Security Program Cost Analysis and Budget Recommendations — Analysis and assessment of program or departmental costs and budgets in order to align expenditures with risks, eliminate inefficiencies, improve return on investment and increase value delivery to the business.