Security Budget Checklist for Executives: How to Cut Costs Without Increasing Risk
Security budgets may be under pressure, but cutting costs without a clear strategy can create greater risks and hidden expenses. This article provides a practical 10-point checklist for security leaders and procurement teams to evaluate security spending, assess site-specific risks and make informed decisions about staffing, technology and off-duty law enforcement coverage.
How to Reduce Security Spend Without Compromising Coverage
Security budget reductions don’t have to come at the expense of safety. This blog explores how organizations can lower security costs through site-specific risk assessments, right-sizing coverage and strategically incorporating technology and security solutions. It also highlights the hidden costs of cutting too deeply, including increased liability, employee turnover, customer dissatisfaction and product shrink.
Event Security Planning for Businesses: How Enterprise Teams Can Prepare for Large Crowds and Local Disruption
Large-scale event security is not limited to stadiums, arenas, or official event venues. During major events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup, surrounding businesses may experience crowd surges, parking lot incidents, access disruptions, delivery delays, unauthorized visitors and higher demand for temporary security coverage.
Brews & Belters Podcast: Dan Arnold on World Cup Security
Dan Arnold, Senior Vice President of National Operations at Protos, joins the Brews & Belters podcast to provide an insider’s perspective on the extensive security planning required for major global sporting events like the FIFA World Cup.
The Hidden Cost of Downgrading From Off-Duty Law Enforcement Security
Security budgets are under pressure. Tariffs, hiring freezes and cautious spending have pushed a lot of companies to look hard at what they pay for physical security. Off-duty law enforcement officers often sit at the top of that line item, which makes them an easy target when procurement teams are hunting for savings.
Security Isn’t a Commodity. Neither Is Off-Duty Law Enforcement
As organizations face increasing pressure to reduce costs, security leaders must carefully balance budget decisions with risk exposure. In a Security Magazine article, Protos CFO Anthony Escamilla explores why off-duty law enforcement should be viewed as a strategic security investment, not a commodity, and how businesses can align security resources with their unique risk profile.
Dan Arnold Featured in Bloomberg Businessweek Daily: World Cup Security
Dan Arnold, SVP of National Operations at Protos, was featured in a Bloomberg Businessweek Daily interview discussing World Cup security and operations. During the interview, Dan explains the scale of the event, the coordination required among security stakeholders and the evolving threats that organizers must address.
Holistic Operational Orchestration Replaces Fragmented Physical Security Contracts
Dan Acker, Senior Director of Service at Protos, was recently featured in Security Today, where he authored an article titled “Holistic Operational Orchestration Replaces Fragmented Physical Security Contracts.” In the article, Dan explores how organizations can improve security outcomes by adopting a more unified approach to security operations.
Anthony Varchetto Featured in Journal & Topics Media Group: Raising Money For Police Mental Health Support
Anthony Varchetto, President of Blue Star Security and head of Protos Security’s Specialized Division, was recently featured by Journal & Topics Media Group for his work supporting law enforcement mental health through Bank The Blue. A retired Chicago police officer with more than 22 years of service, Anthony helped establish the nonprofit in 2020 to connect officers with confidential, third-party mental health resources.
Commercial Security Officer Types: Matching Armed, Unarmed and Off-Duty to Your Actual Risk
Security budgets are under pressure. If you’re a security director or procurement lead reviewing vendors, you already know this. The question most organizations are quietly asking themselves is whether they’re spending security dollars in the right places. Read more in this blog article.
