Designing Security and Working With Architects

Today, it is critical to include security designers at the beginning of any new construction project or the renovation of an existing structure. Doing so will save your organization a great deal of money and time in doing what could have been done in the early stages of a project. Architects are experts in building design and construction but often do not consider the security needs of population the building will ultimate serve. Different groups have different needs and must be considered during the planning stages, so that the building does not have to be retrofitted with physical security measures not previously considered. All of which cause extra time, material, and money to complete. And, all of which ultimately be integrated with existing systems, which are not always compatible.