Special Protection Security

NEWS
	2005-2008, 2009, 2010
	SPSS upgrades website, Jan 2009 SPSS under goes a major overhaul of website, making it the most in-depth and informative site in the industry. Site also provides crime states for citizens to see and track what and how their local police departments are doing along with being a very informative tool for anyone prior to purchasing a security service. Site is still being updated in all areas, please come and visit again. We know our competitors will bite this too, but you saw it here first.
	First to add Mobile Data Base, Jan 2009 SPSS is the first security company in the area that has developed a mobile data base that officers can research prior records, pictures, case numbers, client information, impounded vehicle information along with prior call information. Some will use this idea too, but you saw it here first! Just a fraction is shown on our "SPSS IN ACTION" on this site (restricted version).
	ATX works with SPSS security, Jan 2009 ATX Protection Security (formerly known as S.I. Group Security), has contracted with SPSS on a few joint projects, events, apartment complexes, etc. We welcome their business and enjoy helping out.
	SPSS installs dash cameras in vehicles, Jan 2009 SPSS saw a need for officer safety, and accountability in the field. We offer our clients transparency of what goes on during our patrol checks, offering a premium service and another form of proof we were on your property patrolling during the contracted times, and not “Ghosting” like some of our competitors. Several competitors are now trying to keep up with us by adding fake or non-operational cameras. Any patrol company can write a report and shove it under your door at the end of the night with no proof. Guard Management Systems (Detex-time clocks) are all nice, but video of us your property with GPS reports, simply blows them out of the water! Once again we are the first to offer this service to our clients in Austin, as a private security firm.
	SPSS shares detailed service agreement with industry leaders, Feb 2009 SPSS shares their in-depth and court proven contract with ATX Protection Security among a few other providers which is in use today, with some variation. The first of its kind for our industry and reviewed by legal experts, SPSS’ service agreement is currently under review by the Austin chapter of A.S.S.I.T (as also indicated in a recent article in the ASSIT magazine) to possibly become the first standardized contract for the security industry, just as the TAA contract is the standard agreement for all apartment complexes in the state of Texas. The purpose was to help all security contractors to ensure there is a good written standard/fair contract in place and ensure they are paid as agreed along with many other helpful items and legal provisions as well. SPSS offers this to any security company whom wants one, we have been able to secure 100% of all past due accounts though its provisions and ensure that the security industry is no longer the last vendor to be paid or left hanging.
	Mandatory P.A.T.H. class, Feb 2009 SPSS establishes and launches new mandate that all officers must attend the P.A.T.H. course to continue employment with us. First of several graduated this week from a local training school. P.A.T.H. educates the security officer, while also reducing lawsuits for the client and the company. Highly recommend course, which all employees will be circulated through (scheduling willing).
	Field testing the Taser, Feb 2009 After 100s of police departments have successfully used and deployed the Taser for years now as another option of a non-lethal form of force/defense, SPSS has elected to field test them issuing them to selected supervisors after training. Tasers are authorized for security by DPS, and covered by the corporate insurance policy. In fact, most insurance agencies would rather you carry a Taser than a K-9 or firearm believe it or not. Tasers have been found to be a very effective tool, establishing compliance/control very quickly.
	Job well done, very professional, Feb 2009 Travis County Sheriff’s Deputies commend SPSS officers for a job well done at a Pflugerville, Texas location. Officers were commended on resolving issues in a professional and efficient manner at a high risk location. After taking on an account from a prior security company, they were happy to see issues are now handled in a fast and professional manner.
	GPS Trackers added to patrol vehicles, Mar 2009 Adding to our video systems in our patrol cars, SPSS security adds a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) tracking system to our patrol cars. We want to go above and beyond and offer our clients additional assurance and proof we were there as a premium service. SPSS realizes that the old “honor system” is not working with security companies; Saying they were there and were not. Many other systems can be manipulated, but with cameras in our cars, and GPS tracking it is fool proof. SPSS offer our clients transparency to our activities; keep that in mind when shopping around for the lowest bidder, they don’t offer this.
	Sheriff uses SPSS/ATX video in case, Mar, 2009 Travis County Sheriffs use ATX/ SPSS dash cam video as evidence in a multi felony offense case against several suspects on a contracted property. They were very impressed that “security” has this level of technology and professional equipment at their disposal, which aided them in the investigation.
	SPSS starts green campaign, Mar, 2009 While cutting costs without cutting service, we also lower the use of paper, waste, monitor / reduce fuel consumption, and participate in several recycling programs. Our move not only reduces our foot print on the environment but saves SPSS and our customers thousands of dollars each year.
	SPSS pays respect to a fallen officer, Apr, 2009 SPSS pays respect to a fallen officer from Executive Security Service (ESS). Service was Held in Elgin, TX on Friday April 3rd, 2009 and attend by brother officers from; SPSS, ATX, Sentry, Blackstone, Statewide Patrol, Blue Moon and the U.S. Army’s Honor Guard. The A.S.S.I.S.T organization stepped in and provided help/support to that officer’s family. Our hearts and prayers go out to him and his loved ones.
	T.A.B.C. commends SPSS, Apr 2009 We were commended on running a tight ship, and providing a safe environment for a client during many inspections conducted by them. After we took over from a prior guard service, they noticed incidents have gone way down, professionalism went way up which has lead to a major positive contribution to the client, customers, and local law enforcement.
	Acknowledged by Austin American Statesmen, Apr 2009 SPSS was acknowledged and awarded for providing support and sponsorship to a reading and education program for Austin area school children. The program was the NIE program developed by the Statesmen. SPSS is proud to give back to the community in which we serve.
	Acknowledged again by Travis County Sheriffs, Apr 2009 After taking on a high threat level account from another security agency, a Travis county area client was in jeopardy of having his business shut down due to high number of incidents and law enforcement calls to the location including receiving bad press and warnings of dangerous conditions (all while the other company was providing service there). SPSS having been there for several months now, have provided a high presence, controlled environment, safe place to enjoy, and the client reports increase business sales now. Sheriff deputies and supervisors advised their calls have dropped there significantly, they have also stated " you guys are professional, got your act together, and are doing a great job here unlike the prior company." Our actions allow law enforcement now to spend more time protecting residents and businesses of Travis county than be focused on one location each night, so everyone benefits with great service.
	SPSS switches now to all electronic reporting system, May 2009 In our continued "Going Green" campaign we have gone to an all electronic reporting system. This not only maximizes patrol time out in the field, cuts cost, but also eliminates the daily use of hundreds of sheets or paper. Reports from the guards, supervisors, management are all generated on computer and sent to each client electronically. Clients receive professional and neat reports in a very timely manner.
	SPSS conducts and provides training for ATX protection security staff, May 2009 SPSS management staff responded and conducted training at ATX Protection Security’s office. SPSS shared and provided many new techniques and tactics for today’s pro-active patrol officer to include; Vehicle patrol, officer safety, safe approach, use of light and sound discipline, cover/concealment, procedures on trespassing and general enforcement procedures and education. It was a very fruitful learning experience.
	SPSS Commends Officer, June 2009 SPSS commends officer for a job well done. While patrolling an apartment complex in Austin at 3:00am which has had several car break-in, Officer Wong observed and covertly approached the car burglar while attempting to enter a resident's vehicle. After a short foot chase, the suspect was detained by officer Wong, and transported by APD. No damage or loss to the vehicle and one less car thief out there.
	SPSS Commends Officer, June 2009 SPSS commends officer for an outstanding job, fast response, quick thinking, securing a crime scene and administering First Aid. Officer Karioki was flagged down while on patrol of a south Austin property by a victim of a stabbing. He pursued the suspect on foot caught and arrested the suspect, recovered the weapon, (knife) , administered First-Aid to the victim , and secured the crime scene until help arrived. The victim received treatment and survived. Suspect booked into custody by APD. Another example of the great training and professional officers here at SPPS.
	SPSS increases and establishes a 100% quarterly drug test program, June 2009 Going above and beyond what the state requires SPSS increases and establishes a 100% quarterly drug test program. 99% of our competition refuses to shed the expense of random 100% quarterly testing or turn a blind eye to it. We see no other standard other than “zero tolerance” at our company, as our clients are worth the extra piece of mind and make our results available to our clients on request-why won’t our competition do that?
	SPSS upgrades light bars on all vehicles, Jul 2009 Continuing to stay up with the times and upgraded technology, SPSS upgrades light bars on all vehicles to low profile LED light bars providing for less battery drain, longer usage with the engine off, increased visibility and durability.
	SPSS goes completely paperless on all reporting, Aug 2009 SPSS goes completely paperless on all reporting. SPSS offers it’s employees and clients electronic reporting which is faster but also saves the environment from the loss of 100s of trees cut down for daily paper use in the US. This is possible through the use of electronic forms develop by SPSS and also attached detailed GPS reports from the source, the use of laptops, internet and a few advanced programs developed for our company thousands cheaper than what police departments pay all at the tax payers’ expense.
	SPSS launches S.E.T. program, Dec 2009 SPSS has developed this program as another option or tool for each client to utilize when needed for some quick, heavy-impact on your property. Special Enforcement Team (S.E.T.) has a mission to combat car theft, vehicle break-in issues, and heavy criminal activity that is hammering every apartment complex and business in Travis county and the surrounding areas. As before we are the first to develop and implement any such program in this area.