Security
Browse our articles on security and fire safety for commercial sites, from practical guides and regulation updates to project write-ups from across Cambridgeshire and East Anglia.
- Local engineers
- Security and fire systems
- Free site visit and quotation
At a glance
- Topics
- CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, security and fire safety
- Case studies
- Real projects we have delivered
- Based in
- Huntingdon
- Covering
- Cambridgeshire and East Anglia
Latest articles
Looking for something specific? Pick a topic below.
IP CCTV vs Cloud Based CCTV: What’s the Right Choice for Your Business?
CCTV has come a long way in recent years. The days of grainy footage, clunky recorders and systems that only work when they feel like it are well behind us. Today, businesses have two main routes to choose from: IP CCTV systems and Cloud CCTV. Both offer big advantages. Both can transform the way you…
Enhancing Perimeter Security with Smart Barrier Systems
Protecting a site’s boundary demands more than a traditional barrier. Smart barrier systems use loop detection, LiDAR and machine vision to recognise approaching vehicles, link to wider site systems and support safer, more efficient access management.
Case Study: Enhancing Security at a UK Defence Site
Delivering advanced access control for a high-security environment Recently, BDi Advance received an enquiry regarding a specialist access control installation at a UK defence site. The project involved replacing an outdated and unfit-for-purpose system with a modern scramble access solution, specifically designed for use in sensitive and classified environments. The client first approached us after…
How the Louvre Heist Highlights the Critical Role of Security System Integration
When a museum as iconic and secure as the Louvre can suffer a multimillion-euro robbery in broad daylight, it challenges a key assumption in modern security that advanced systems alone can prevent a breach. The recent theft, valued at around €88 million, exposed not a failure of technology but a breakdown in security system integration…
Security And Policing 2025: AI Innovations in Policing and Industrial-Scale Facility Protection
A recent security and policing exhibition unveiled the emerging, cutting-edge AI technologies that are taking centre stage across public-sector security and industrial asset protection.
Burglary Trends in England, Cambridgeshire, and Local Areas: Insights and Security Measures
At BDi Advance, we are committed to safeguarding our community by staying informed about the latest crime trends and offering effective security solutions. Recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and local sources provide valuable insights into burglary patterns nationally and within Cambridgeshire, including Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire. National Overview: England and…
Summertime Security for your Business Premises
With summer in full swing it’s important to ensure that your business is updated with the latest state-of-the-art security solutions from BDi Advance.
Client Testimonial – Turnstile Access Control System
At BDi Advance, we take pride in delivering cutting-edge security solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. Recently, we had the privilege of designing and installing an access control turnstile system in the reception area of our client’s new headquarters in Bedford. From the beginning of the project, our team worked diligently to create a bespoke…
Benefits of Access Control Systems for Businesses
There are a vast number of security threats and risks associated with running a business so why not minimise your risk and exposure by introducing an access control system to your site? With access control systems, you can limit and keep track of all people entering designated areas while facilitating easy access for authorised personnel.…
5 Benefits of Installing CCTV at Your Business
Installing a commercial CCTV system (Closed Circuit Television) can benefit your business in a number of ways. Whether you own a small business or run a large site, CCTV makes your premises more secure while promoting productivity and compliance amongst your staff. Suitable for internal and external areas, CCTV camera systems provide businesses with an…
We have achieved two new accreditations!
Advance Security (now BDi Advance) is pleased to announce that we have recently been accredited by two more assessors – CHAS and SafeContractor. CHAS Accreditation CHAS is trusted by the UK’s biggest names across multiple industries, including construction, education, facilities management, and housing and development. It provides compliance and risk management solutions. CHAS is at the…
10 Ways to Protect Your Commercial Premises from Intruders
Having peace of mind that your business premises is secure is a high priority for business owners. A break in could not only be incredibly distressing for your employees, but could also threaten the continuity of your business. Taking proactive steps to deter intruders and keep your assets and employees safe is a great way…
Next step
Free site visit and quotation
If you are planning a CCTV, access control, intruder alarm or fire system project, we will visit your site, look at what needs protecting and then design a system to suit the building and the budget. There is no charge for the visit.
Talk to us about your project
Book a free site surveyCall 01223 566 599No charge for the visit