Like many of those in the physical security industry, I started my career in law enforcement. I dedicated five years of my life to serving Metro Atlanta as a police officer and sergeant, but I soon realised this was only a stepping stone in my career, writes Jamine Moton, pictured, founder and CEO of the guarding company Skylar Security in the US.
I found myself at a crossroads—I knew the industry needed to be reformed, and I could either attempt to do so from within or ignite change from the outside. I felt a calling to become an entrepreneur, which would allow me to offer our communities a more humane approach to security and give myself 100 per cent in service to them. Given that the private security is the predominant provider of security services–even more so than law enforcement–I saw an opportunity to pioneer a change that would ripple across the entire industry.
That’s how Skylar Security was born.
To me, security isn’t just about physical protection. It’s an emotion, a sense of well-being that extends to mental and emotional safety. From my time in law enforcement, I learned that keeping people safe from harm, danger, or threat is just one part of the equation–to feel truly safe, people need to feel psychologically secure. At Skylar Security, our mission goes beyond gadgets and tools. We champion the principles of re-education and de-escalation to redefine what safety means entirely.
To help make our vision a reality, we’re launching an app that embodies our commitment to bring transparency and humanity into a field that’s often seen as impersonal. Gone are the days of the security guard who quietly patrols hidden corners. This app seeks to bring every stakeholder in the security matrix together—from clients and agencies to the security specialists on the ground. Our goal is to bridge communication gaps and streamline operations. Despite the surge in technological advancement in the last few years, a surprising number of security professionals still seem to lag behind. As recent as late 2021, an overwhelming 73pc of system integrators reported using rudimentary methods—relying on paper, pencil, and notebook for conducting site surveys and collecting system requirements.
That’s why the Skylar app offers features such as a dedicated portal simplifying agency-client interactions and a chat box for real-time communication between stakeholders, all designed to ensure everyone stays connected and updated. With such tools at their fingertips, security personnel can be better equipped with information about possible security breaches or threats as they unfold, allowing them to react swiftly and effectively to mitigate risks.
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