WHY VSS SECURITY SERVICES?

WHY VSS SECURITY SERVICES?

It’s no secret that the widespread consolidation of the security industry has affected the quality and delivery of security services. VSS operates under a completely different model than other companies. We’re not focused on cutting programs or services, nor stifled by corporate bureaucracy. Our sole mission is to provide our clients with the best possible security solutions, personalized service and unmatched value. Unlike our competitors, we've grown the old fashioned way—through client retention, referral and superior service through the 25 years being in business.

VSS Security Services is one of the largest providers of security services in the U.S. and is recognized as the premier service provider in every market that we serve. We also offer our clients a 24 hour dispatch center; ensuring customers receive service at the highest level.

VSS Security Services offers an expansive range of security solutions for properties of every type including:

• Corporate Campuses • Distribution/Manufacturing Facilities • Educational Facilities • Healthcare Facilities • Office Buildings • Petrochemical Facilities • Residential Communities • Retail Centers THE VSS SECURITY SERVICES DIFFERENCE

As the industry leading service providers, we take extreme satisfaction in knowing our customers view us as an invaluable resource for their businesses. We continue to maintain our supreme customer service standards by keeping up constant communications with our clients and providing them with a steady flow of relevant information. At VSS Security Services, our formula is quite simple: unconditional integrity, precise organizational skills and a talented management team deploying the appropriate resources to our customers. Our formula enables us to live up to our commitments to our clients, each other and the community.

With its corporate headquarters in Phoenix, VSS Security Services is one of the largest security guard companies in Arizona. VSS Security Services was established in 1988 and has grown to become a major security force. Providing world-class security protection in any type of environment is our mission and our corporation has the experience, resources and commitment to do exactly that for our customers.

Security Guard Company Selection Checklist

Customers should carefully consider multiple important factors beyond price when choosing a supplier of security guard services. In this article, Anthony Rumore, National Business Development Manager at VSS Security Services provides a checklist of points to consider when evaluating security manpower suppliers.

From historical reputation and size of the workforce to the professionalism of the security guards or the company’s ability to use technology to enhance safety, the 10 points listed in this article help to identify the right provider of guard services.

Ability to offer technology to complement security officers and enhance safety
Customers should seek out security providers that have developed or embraced software technology as a tool to make officers more valuable to the customer organization. Ask security guard companies about how they are using technology to enhance safety, mitigate risk or drive efficiency.

Examples might be the use of automation and communications tools designed to boost the effectiveness of the guard force or even a custom solution that meets unique needs within a particular vertical market. Technology can also add value to facilities and risk management as well as legal, safety, engineering and building services departments.

Stability of the company and size of the workforce
How long has the company been in business providing security services? How many operating offices does it have? What is their financial situation? Consider what liability coverage is provided – is it adequate for your needs? Does the company provide a hold-harmless agreement to the client?

Reputation in the industry and community 
Make some calls to determine the company's relationship with the local law enforcement. Inquire about state licenses, complaints and violations. Ask for proof of a working relationship with various minority subcontractors to be used when required by bid specs.

An effective operations and support team
Look for a company that supports its security personnel with a 24-hour communications center. Consider how the company handles transitions – is there a formal transition plan? Consider the local office management and staff, including their professional backgrounds, job duties and length of employment. Does the company provide an ample supply of uniforms, weapons and other equipment? What resilience plans does the security provider have in place to handle emergencies and national disasters?

Professionalism exhibited by the supplier's security officers
Visit the client sites to determine professionalism of a company's security officers. Do the security personnel present a professional appearance and demeanor? Are duties being performed efficiently? Are work areas neat and orderly? Get the security providers to bring in 3 to 5 working security officers from various job sites to be interviewed and ask the company if they have the same high expectations and standards for its security personnel.

Emphasis on client feedback and customer service
How does the company receive feedback on how it is performing? For example, are there customer satisfaction surveys? If dissatisfaction is expressed, what actions are taken? Ask to see letters of recommendation from clients and the public. Consider past client cancellations – ask for specific reasons and then judge the authenticity of the answers. Availability of value-added options beyond basic security guard services Consider what additional services you might need. Do the security officers have basic CPR and first aid training? What services does the company offer beyond “basic guard service?”

Hiring practices and human resources expertise
What are the recruitment practices – does the company recruit consistently from the military? What is the supplier's background investigation process? Consider how the supplier ensures accurate payment of wages. Consider vacation and healthcare benefits and other employee programs.

Certifications and memberships
Has the company ever been certified regarding safety requirements by a client? How involved is the company in supporting national, state and local industry associations through active membership and sponsorship opportunities? The true measure of any security program’s effectiveness ultimately begins with recruiting the best people and equipping them with the best training. Skills can be utilized by providing a fulfilling professional development path.

To carefully evaluate security guard companies, be sure to compare them all using this simple checklist. Score the companies based on the strengths outlined above to truly evaluate the quality of the security guards and integrity of the company that you will be entrusting your security to so as to ensure you get the best value. If all of the information above makes sense to you, then VSS Security Services is the right security company for you.

Ranking Arizona

HOT OFF THE PRESS! 

Our Clients have spoken, VSS Security Services has been named #1 Security company in Arizona once again this year. We would personally like to thank all of our clients for making this happen, we are truly humbled and honored to receive it. Our dedication to excellent service will always be paramount.