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We invited Andy Kynoch,\u00a0Managing Director,\u00a0ICTS UK & Ireland<\/a> for a summary of the key learnings from Covid-19 for the security sector.<\/em><\/p>\n

It is important in times of crisis to act fast. The pandemic has unsettled our way of life and our businesses.<\/p>\n

Every single one of us has been directly affected and as an organisation we have been forced to adapt our strategy, virtually overnight. The ability to do this was determined by our people, who form the foundations of our business. It is those organisations which have a motivated and committed team backing them which will ultimately succeed.<\/p>\n

Technologies will enhance our capabilities and it is important to embrace this concept. An organisation\u2019s competitive edge lies in the fact that it is viewed as a solutions provider and not just a supplier of services. It is important to focus on the next generation of technologies to support our operations during the crisis. For example, we have launched our \u2018Back in the Air\u2019 programme to support the Aviation Industry and ICTS Sentinel Kiosks are being used at major airports to take passengers\u2019 temperatures. As I write, preparations are being made for similar kiosks to be used in the Corporate environment. These have been designed to facilitate a Covid-safe return to work, by verifying identification, allowing access, and taking the temperatures of staff and visitors.<\/p>\n

The next major milestone will be an economically viable solution which rapidly screens for Covid. Watch this space\u2026<\/p>\n

Whilst uncertainty remains as to what this new normal will resemble in 2021 and beyond, we have to remain positive and resilient. The security industry will continue to adapt and play a key role in ensuring the safety of our communities and their surroundings. ICTS is ready to take on the new challenges going forward as and when they present themselves.<\/p>\n

Andy Kynoch<\/p>\n

Managing Director<\/p>\n

ICTS UK & Ireland<\/a><\/p>\n

For further views on this topic, see related articles from our Police & Partnerships<\/a>, Risk Management<\/a> and Security Management<\/a> categories, including:<\/p>\n

Kevin Ward on challenges facing the security sector<\/a><\/p>\n

Darren Read on key learning for security from COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n

Martin Gill on COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n

Andy Kynoch on the security response to COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n

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