The information in this section was prepared to help you understand some of the issues to consider when contracting security officer services.
Procuring a Quality Security Program
Careful vendor evaluation can provide the right balance between quality and cost. Learn how to secure your organization and enhance your brand with a quality security program that offers value.
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Guide to Contracting Security
Choosing the right security officer service provider is a decision that will significantly affect the safety and security of your organization. It is important to select a provider committed to the success of your security program and your unique organizational culture.
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Wage Tools
The most effective way to accurately compare pricing is to level the playing field during the contracting process is to specify wages. Our resources show you how to dig deeper in the review process to make an informed buying decision and improve the effectiveness of your end product.
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Vendor Checklist
Review prospective companies closely to ensure security programs match your requirements. AlliedBarton has designed a checklist to help you compare one contractor to another
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Contract vs. In-House Security
There has been a paradigm shift in the thinking of many corporations to “core competency” which involves outsourcing support functions not associated with a company’s core business.
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Sample RFP
The RFP process will help you establish specific performance standards appropriate for your organization, and to select the security officer service provider best suited to meet those standards.
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Guide to Contracting for Higher Education
Review criteria to use when selecting a security company; read results from a survey stating what institutions value in a security partner; learn how to prepare your RFP and more.
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