As part of our continual commitment to quality in everything we do, we have recently completed our annual National Security Inspectorate (NSI) technical audit as part of our NSI gold accreditation. We are delighted to have passed with flying colours, receiving an A grade across the board on all sites audited. A huge well done […]
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At ASM, we understand the critical importance of reliable monitoring solutions, and that proactive monitoring is essential for ensuring operational efficiency and preventing costly downtime. We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the tools they need to stay ahead. Our comprehensive monitoring solutions are designed to provide real-time insights into your critical systems, enabling you […]
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We’re thrilled to introduce our newest Engineer, Lewis Rodriguez! With many years of experience in the security systems industry, Lewis brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Originally Lewis trained as an electrician, and after 4 years in the industry decided to move onto security systems. Over the past 7 years he’s […]
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We’re always busy here at ASM, and thought it was about time we shared some of our recent projects that we’ve undertaken in the past few months, including CCTV installations and re-locations, Access Control, and Intruder Alarm Systems for a range of customers. The Old Vicarage Recently a customer approached us with a unique site, […]
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Please join us in welcoming a new ASM team member… Glenn Turner is our newest Business Development Manager! Glenn comes to us from an extensive background in electronic security, after starting his career as an electrical apprentice. 25 years later his wealth of experience has seen him rise through various roles, from installer to service […]
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Ensuring that your CCTV systems comply with data protection regulations is crucial for any organisation. Non-compliance can lead to significant fines and damage to your reputation. ASM is here to help you navigate the complex landscape of CCTV data protection and compliance regulations, as governed by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Read our best practice […]
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We’ve recently been working at the RNIB (Royal National Institute for the Blind) head offices in London, helping them with an additional installation. 3 new doors were to be added to their existing Vanderbilt by Acre Security ACT access control system, helping to keep their workplace more secure for both staff and visitors. Using Vanderbilt […]
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Did you know that the estimated cost of construction theft each year amounts to £800m? With over 89% of UK tradespeople being victim to theft, and over 7,000 metal related thefts every month, it’s vital to ensure your property is protected at all times. Rely on ASM smart security solutions to keep your sites safe […]
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Today we want to introduce Tim, who plays an integral role of Service Engineer, and share his ASM journey with you. Before joining us in January 2023, Tim had previously been teaching drums, but realised he wanted to do something a bit different – although still hands on! He was looking for something with a […]
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From becoming part of the ESPO Framework, to achieving Paxton Platinum Partner status, ASM strives to continuously demonstrate our commitment to delivering high quality security solutions to our valued customers. Recent additions to our status and partnerships evidence ASM’s dedication to our clients, our passion for finding the best solutions for every job, and our […]
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An integral part of the security industry, BT Redcare, has announced its closure, and that all operations will cease on 1st August 2025. This news will be felt by both business and home users as well as a huge amount of security industry professionals who have relied on the services for over 3 decades. Users […]
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We are delighted to announce that ASM is now a Platinum Partner with Paxton Access Control. ASM have a longstanding relationship with Paxton, a leading provider of access control solutions, and it is excellent to be recognised as one of their Platinum Partners. This achievement highlights that ASM is a trusted company committed to delivering […]
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After ringing in 2024, here at ASM we’ve been reflecting on some of the highlights from the past 12 months, and are extremely proud of how ASM has grown across 2023 and provided intelligent security solutions to our clients. This year we’ve worked on many rewarding installation and monitoring projects with clients big and small, […]
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With Christmas just around the corner have you got provisions in place to ensure your Security systems continue running without a hitch over the Christmas shut down period? Whether your business is shutting down for just a few days, or you’ve got a full 2 weeks off to look forward to, keeping your site secure […]
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‘Tis the season to get a little competitive, and we certainly did that at our Christmas party at Fairgame, Canary Wharf last week! A great, festive time was had by all, especially the winner of the evening Ian Parris! It was a great opportunity to have some fun as a team and we’d like to […]
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We’d like to introduce two new members to the ASM team who joined us recently – join us in welcoming Julian Amaro and Anne Nadin. Julian joins us as a CCTV Operator, and Anne as our new Operations Manager. Over the past year we’ve seen a lot of growth in ASM, and this includes our […]
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It may not quite be December yet but with festive markets popping up and Christmas Lights being turned on in towns across the UK it’s clear to see a pick up in footfall in the retail and hospitality industries. In these busier times it’s important that your CCTV and security systems are working to peak […]
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We were happy to start the installation of another NHS Hospital S136 Suite refurbishment project this week working with Burren and Whitaker Construction Ltd The site has specific requirements where safety and security is pivotal due to its use as a mental health hospital. ASM is providing a new Video Surveillance System (CCTV) and Access Control […]
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There have been a lot more treats than tricks for ASM throughout October, including: – Our latest project with DB Schenker in Manchester has been moving along nicely with the installation of intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and fire alarms – We were awarded a place on the ESPO Security Surveillance Equipment and Services framework – […]
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With the clocks going back this weekend you may be celebrating the extra hour of sleep you’ll be gaining and be looking forward to an extra-long Sunday lie in. While most of our day-to-day technologies like phones, laptops and smart watches will automatically update to the correct time there’s still a few manual changes you’ll […]
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We are delighted to announce that ASM has been awarded a place on the ESPO Security Surveillance Equipment and Services framework (628_23) to supply public sector organisations, offering our full suite of Electronic Security and Monitoring services via their framework. How does the ESPO framework benefit ASM customers? We work with many Public Sector organisations […]
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At ASM we are always committed to supporting our local community, especially when it impacts younger children. When one of our engineers shared that the school his children attend and wife works at, Drayton Primary School, had recently been targeted by thieves we were shocked. We discovered that the school unfortunately had multiple new laptops […]
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We had an excellent day with The Plexus Group yesterday in one of the most quirky meeting spaces we’ve ever been in! Curtis Wright, Director – Electronic Security and Monitoring Services, and Adam Lodge, Head of Sales, attended a members meeting with The Plexus Group at Coombe Abbey as part of our buyers group, kindly hosted by Fortus and Hikvision UK […]
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Well done Ian Parris on the quick turn-around of this small works job which involved: 2 new Paxton access-controlled doors 2 new door controllers above the front entrance, networked and added to the existing Paxton system Outdoor video entry station, linked to controller Indoor monitor on 1st floor, linked to front door controller Hikvision CCTV workstation relocated from […]
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We had a great morning catching up with our partners Pelco today! Curtis Wright, Adam Lodge, Chris Harding and Vicky Scott heard all the latest news and updates from Pelco, and we’d like to say a big thanks to Alan Riegler, Jason Cooke and Gennaro De Rosa for the warm welcome. Pelco is a global leader in […]
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This bank holiday weekend saw some intruders try their luck at different sites but were swiftly spotted and stopped by our vigilant team. Both incidents took place in the afternoon of the long weekend, and our operators picked up on the suspicious activity immediately. The monitoring team issued audio challenges in both instances which were […]
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We recently did an annual clean of one of our client’s sites and it never stops surprising us how much dirt can accumulate on CCTV equipment over 12 months! Regular and thorough camera cleans are an important part of maintaining your security equipment – if the camera is dirty it could hinder your ability to […]
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As we all look forward to that much needed summer break we thought we’d share some of our best advice on keeping your empty property safe whilst enjoying your summer holiday. Assess your current security measures: Before you load the suitcases in the car, consider conducting a thorough security assessment of your premises. Check locks […]
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Due to our growth over the past year we are looking to further expand the ASM team. We’re looking for CCTV Operators to work out of our dedicated ARC in Manchester and join the ASM team at a really exciting time in our journey. The important bits: Position – CCTV Operator Location – Manchester Role: […]
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We’ve been working with an NHS partner recently, providing smart solutions for their security needs. This project includes adding additional doors to the Paxton Access Control system and using a central server to remotely manage the sites and support any challenges the trust faces. We’ve also introduced key switches for emergency egress which only staff have control […]
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The path to success doesn’t always rely on getting the best grades, and can be “non-traditional”… just ask Curtis Wright, Director of Electronic Security and Monitoring Services at ASM. For some people, like myself, excellent exam results and thriving academically doesn’t come easy. While this can understandably be stressful for students and parents come exam/ results […]
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ASM is proud to announce that we have won another project with DB Schenker. This time we’re up in Manchester ensuring the security of one of their latest sites, before and during construction. Before construction starts we’ve already been getting set up: We’re protecting the site during construction with Rapid Deploy CCTV Towers, with help […]
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Training and keeping up to date with our partners latest technologies is a key part of what we do. Regular meetings and training sessions provide us the opportunity to dig in deep with our partners and learn a lot. This week we invited Texecom to visit our headquarters for some refresher training. Split into two […]
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We were privileged to attend the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) British Security Awards yesterday, attending as guests of our brilliant recruitment partners Zitko Group. Curtis Wright, Director, Adam Lodge, Head of Sales, and Chris Harding, Technical Project Manager, enjoyed catching up with so many people throughout the Security industry, and it was great to see Ashley Fernandes, Executive Director for Corporate at ICTS […]
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Based on the 2000’s film, Coyote Ugly Saloon is an exciting themed bar/restaurant located in the heart of London. They required an intruder alarm system as well as CCTV that would comply with licensing laws. ASM fitted them out with Dahua CCTV cameras, including 360° fish eye cameras and brand new 180° cameras to ensure full coverage […]
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We are proud to announce that we are now a member of BSIA, within the ARC section. The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has led the way for over 50 years in the shaping of the private security industry. Members are industry professionals ranging in size from global companies to small and medium enterprises, offering […]
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Another successful NSI technical audit was completed yesterday. This time a site with a recent Dahua IP CCTV system and a Texecom Grade 2 intruder alarm with CSL dual com Pro, ensuring this site is safe and secure. It was fantastic to hear such positive feedback from our auditor who has been with us since the beginning of our ASM […]
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Did you know that theft across UK construction sites costs a whopping £800 Million a year? While the threat of theft can never be fully eliminated, there are a number of ways construction sites can tighten up their security and decrease both the risk of, and losses from, cases of theft. ASM can help through: […]
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With less false alarms, you have more time to spend growing your business. Sound too good to be true? ASM has adopted our trusted partner Calipsa video analytics to deliver an industry-leading solution to installers of video surveillance solutions, and decrease the number of frustrating, time-consuming false alarms. Download the full brochure below to discover more about […]
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The team from ASM spent time at the Oprema head office in Cardiff this week, learning more about the leading technology they have to offer. Oprema are the fastest growing UK security distributor of CCTV, Access Control, Intruder and Fire products and an approved ASM partner. They pride themselves on sales and technical support, in-house […]
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We’ve been looking back at the first quarter of 2023 recently, so we wanted to take this chance to reflect on some of the year’s highlights for ASM so far. Our Monitoring implementation is fully underway, and we’re proud that over 60% of the estate has now been transferred. Several large installation projects have been […]
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ASM was delighted to be invited to a training day at Hikvision’s UK Head Offices recently to learn more about our partner’s latest news and updates. It was a great opportunity for the ASM team get to know the newest Hikvision products, including the latest Access Control and Intercom equipment, which we’ll be using in […]
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Continuing our year of growth, 2023 has seen us welcome four new passionate people to the ASM team. Both our business development and engineering teams have expanded, helping us meet the needs of more clients than ever before! Welcome… Tim Morgan, Junior Engineer Vicky Scott, Business Development Manager Sean Harbridge, Business Development Manager Ian Parris, […]
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We visited the Axis Communications experience centre last week and spent the day discovering more about their cutting edge security solutions and experiencing their offices. Axis Communications is one of our approved partners providing smart solutions across a wide range of industries, from Aviation to Traffic. By combining intelligent technology and human imagination, Axis offers solutions […]
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ASM is delighted to share the news that our installation project at Middlesex University has been completed after 5 months of work. This month we finalised the campus-wide upgrade by replacing the old intruder alarm systems with new smart security Texecom equipment. We’ve also worked with some other incredible partners on this project, including Cloud-based security innovators CONXTD, […]
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We are happy to announce our newest partnership with CONXTD, an innovative alarm management platform. CONXTD offers smart, innovative and flexible solutions to real-world security problems for businesses and corporations of all sizes. Their cloud-based platform enables ASM clients to reliably manage their alarm systems from anywhere and is incredibly easy to set-up and use. […]
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We’ve been working in Glasgow for a while now with DB Schenker at a massive air freight warehouse, and we’re making great progress on our installation project. So far we’ve: Replaced and rewired the fire system with an advanced fire panel utilising Apollo Fire Detectors equipment. Upgraded the intruder alarm system using Texecom devices and panels. Installed a brand new GeoVision system throughout […]
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We’ve had a brilliant time this week at the Security & Policing Home Office Event, meeting lots of new people and giving our canine colleagues some well deserved attention! It was a great opportunity to discuss our security personnel, canine and technology services with so many people, and share how ASM can make a real […]
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Last week we were proud to support the ICTS Europe team at Data Centre World London on such an exciting launch and award win! ICTS is incredibly proud to be one of the Data Centre World Awards 2023 winners. Viridian, our platform to achieve operational compliance and excellence received the “Special Contribution to Improving Resilience […]
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Written by: Curtis Wright, Head of Electronic Security and Monitoring Services ASM UK & Ireland. Electronic Security has become a hot topic whilst we all adjusted to life during the pandemic. Lockdown has forced a period of cultural change, where technology has been at the forefront of everyone’s day-to-day lives. Programmes or applications such as […]
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We are delighted to share that we’ll be working with Lancashire County Council on the recently awarded Alarm Monitoring Services Contract. Our NSI Gold accredited ARC/RVRC will be providing round the clock monitoring for Intruder Alarm, CCTV and Fire systems across their portfolio of over 650 sites throughout Lancashire. Included as standard in our monitoring […]
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Now we’re all settled back into a busy January we thought we’d take a moment to reflect on 2022, and it was a pretty big year for ASM! We launched a new look ASM to highlight the growth of the company over the past year. This included a fresh logo, uniform, social platforms and a […]
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We recently finished a project with an ongoing NHS partner, this time an installation in a new ward. We were working under Solace and VINCI construction, and installed some brilliant equipment, including Pelco and VIVOTEK anti-ligature cameras, Paxton Access Ltd access control and Hikvision CCTV. Take a look at the images below to see some of the installation work we did while there.
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We’ve recently been working on some interesting projects installing Brivo Access Control equipment in some brilliant commercial office spaces based in London and Reading. The London office space required cloud based Brivo Access Control utilising Brivo Bluetooth readers and mobile credentials. We also installed a 2N intercom on the front door integrating into the customers I.P phone […]
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We are proud to announce that we recently passed our 3 year NSI Recertification to the requirements of ARC GOLD. NSI is the most widely recognised mark of approval in security and fire safety, and shows that ASM is trusted, technically competent and professional. Across both our Monitoring and Electronic businesses, the NSI certification helps […]
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Monday 10th October marks World Mental Health Day, and at ASM we know how important mental health and wellbeing is, especially after the last few difficult years. Supporting, understanding and talking about mental health are the first steps to improving it, so we’ve collected some useful tools, resources and articles to help you understand and […]
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Staying loyal to your maintenance and monitoring service provider could be costing you more than you realise.
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We are grateful to Security Today magazine for their hosting of these awards and recognition of our product.
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We have now launched our new look website, take a look around, explore our new content, and discover more about ASM. We are also proud to be unveiling our fresh new logo and branding, reflecting the start of a new era for ASM. We feel this new look encompasses the core values of ASM, including […]
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ASM is excited to be awarded a large distribution warehouse project in Middlewich with a long standing customer. We are offering a full turnkey solution utilising all of the ASM and ICTS UK & IRELAND services, to ensure that site security is constantly maintained, not only on completion but also throughout the project. We are providing the below services throughout […]
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For ICTS Europe, keeping safe is more than an instinct – it is our mission. Rapidly becoming a leading force in securing data centres, we expanded our services to some forty data centres across six European countries in the past two years.
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What do data centres, Wilhelm Tell and Apollo 13 have in common?
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With maintenance and monitoring charges typically increasing annually, long-standing agreements can become an expensive and obsolete affair. Act now to simply your maintenance and monitoring contracts and save money. We offer a full suite of NSI gold accredited monitoring and maintenance programs for most Intruder, CCTV, Access Control and other systems. Our plans aim to […]
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An alarm activation was received by the ASM ARC (Alarm Receiving Centre) in the early hours of a Sunday morning in June 2021. The ASM Team monitored the CCTV and promptly escalated the incident to the local on-site security team which resulted in the arrest of two suspects.
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ASM (Advanced Signal Monitoring Ltd), a subsidiary of ICTS UK Ltd has teamed up with Calipsa, a specialist video analytics software, which enables the efficient monitoring of alarms.
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Following a thorough audit at the end of 2020, ASM’s NSI ARC Gold accreditation was upgraded to include BS7858:2019.
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