December brought a wave of new insights from across the Securitas USA organization, highlighting how rapidly the security landscape continues to evolve and how leaders are adapting with more integrated, intelligence-led, and people-centered approaches. This month’s blogs explored advancements in guarding models, the growing move toward vendor consolidation, the rising importance of risk intelligence, the future of officer training, and a powerful frontline perspective on campus threat assessment.
Below is a look back at everything we published in December, offering a quick way to revisit trends, lessons learned, and forward-looking perspectives as we prepare for 2026.
Integrated guarding models are evolving
We opened December with an in-depth look at how integrated guarding is reshaping today’s security programs. As more organizations manage distributed environments and increased operational complexity, the traditional guard-only model is being replaced by blended approaches that can combine on-site officers, remote guarding, and mobile patrol support.
This blog examines with Tommy Zarna, Mobile Region President, why flexibility has become the defining characteristic of modern guarding, and how integrated models help build stronger visibility, faster response, and a more unified operational picture. It also discusses how organizations are using these models to adapt to changing risks without compromising service quality or scalability.
With pressure to help deliver safer, more efficient operations across multi-site portfolios, integrated guarding is gaining momentum heading into 2026.
Fragmented vendors vs. consolidated partnerships: why the difference matters
Another major theme in December was the growing recognition that managing multiple security vendors often creates more challenges than it solves. Tammy Wod, Vice President of Sales, shares insights on vendor fragmentation and explains how disconnected services can introduce operational blind spots, inconsistent expectations, and higher administrative burdens.
This article also highlights why many organizations are now turning to consolidated partnerships that offer unified accountability, consistent service delivery, reliable data insights, and a single strategic vision. As risk environments become more complex, leaders are looking for streamlined models that close communication gaps and can help with operational resilience.
How Risk Intelligence helps leaders move from reaction to prevention
The world continues to experience more extreme and unpredictable events, from severe weather and misinformation surges to geopolitical unpredictability and targeted crime trends. Mike Evans, Director of the Risk Intelligence Center (RIC), explains how intelligence-led security helps organizations understand what’s happening, why it matters, what could happen next, and the best course of action.
This blog describes how real-time intelligence and expert analysis help give security leaders a deeper understanding of evolving threats, helping them anticipate disruptions and make informed decisions that help protect people, property, and continuity. It shows how proactive intelligence is now essential across industries, especially as organizations prepare for 2026.
Training officers for tomorrow’s security challenges
As the role of the officer continues to expand, investments in training are helping shape stronger teams, safer outcomes, and more confident frontline personnel. We explore how officer training is evolving to meet modern expectations.
Security officers now navigate environments shaped by technology, customer interaction, and higher operational demands.
This blog examines how training programs are shifting to incorporate scenario-based learning, de-escalation, communication, digital tools, and specialized skills tailored to specific industries.
It emphasizes that effective training strengthens confidence, helps improve professionalism, and supports safer outcomes across every client environment.
2026 is on the horizon
December’s content reflects major shifts in security: organizations are leaning into integrated, intelligence-led, and highly collaborative security models as they prepare for the year ahead. Whether through more unified guarding strategies, stronger vendor partnerships, enhanced officer training, or campus-wide crisis readiness, December’s insights highlight how people, processes, and technology come together to help create safer, more resilient environments.
We look forward to sharing more perspectives, innovations, and thought leadership in January. Stay connected by following us on LinkedIn or keep checking our blog for future news and updates.
