How Much Is an Opinion Worth When It’s Tied to a Paycheck? In the security industry, the answer is often everything. Security assessments that should be neutral and insightful sometimes turn into sales pitches. Recommendations that should be based on real risks are instead shaped to benefit those footing the bill. And the worst part? […]
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Security has changed in fundamental ways over the past five years. Traditional physical barriers no longer offer the protection people once trusted. Modern cutting tools, powered by batteries or hydraulics and small enough to carry in a backpack, can defeat most manmade structures. Criminals have also become more connected and more determined, often communicating better
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For the full articles, please click here: Alwinco Newsletter, July 25 We recently conducted an independent security risk assessment for a hospital in Pietermaritzburg, uncovering vulnerabilities often missed by conventional assessments. Our independent approach allowed us to recommend practical measures to improve the safety of patients, staff, and the facility. If you would like to
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ALWINCO Founder Recognised with Top International Security Award Best Security Risk Consultant—On 4 June 2025, ALWINCO reached a landmark achievement when our founder, André Mundell, received one of the most respected honors in the global security field: a 2025 Outstanding Security Performance Award (OSPA). This award is among the most prestigious in the international security
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In the world of security, Confusion runs rampant. Security Risk assessment, Risk management, and Health and safety. These terms are often used interchangeably, yet they represent vastly different processes. Understanding the distinction is more than just a matter of semantics; it’s about ensuring your security system doesn’t miss critical vulnerabilities that could lead to disaster.
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Independence is a big deal in security risk assessment security risk assessment Gauteng – Let’s start with what it means. Independence means we do not work for or answer to any security company, manufacturer, or risk company. We are completely separate. Think of us as the referee, not the player. At Alwinco, we don’t sell
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To read the complete articles, follow this link: Alwinco Newsletter 0225— Independent Security Risk Consultant . We recently conducted an independent security risk assessment for a hospital in Bloemfontein, where we identified several vulnerabilities that are often overlooked by standard assessments. Our independent approach enabled us to recommend practical strategies to improve patient, staff, and
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Is Your Evidence Tamper-Proof? A Question South Africans Must Ask Independent security risk assessment—Imagine a criminal escaping justice due to compromised evidence. This scenario is a harsh reality in South Africa, where lost evidence, incomplete paperwork, and broken chains of custody plague the legal system. The responsibility of proving evidence integrity often falls on individuals and
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Here’s where a comprehensive security risk assessment comes in. Security risk consultant: This is not merely a checklist exercise; it involves a thorough examination of every aspect of your security ecosystem. From hardware and software systems to management structures, documentation, and procedures, every layer of your security needs scrutiny. A proper assessment doesn’t just highlight
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Security risk assessment Holiday – Alwinco Newsletter 1124 We recently conducted an independent security risk assessment for a mining operation in Rustenburg, where we identified risks that are frequently overlooked by standard assessments. Our independent insight enabled us to recommend effective measures to protect personnel, equipment, and critical infrastructure while improving the overall security of the
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