The Foundation Gap in Private Security Training J.D. Nannery, Apex Security Training, CALSAGA Member Security Training Must Start with a Good Foundation Across much of the private security industry, training is delivered in reverse. Officers are handed tools first, such as firearms, batons, TASERs, and chemical agents, before they have a working grasp of the […]
AI Isn’t Your Attorney Court Rules That AI-Generated Documents & Queries Are NOT Protected by Privilege Jaimee K. Wellerstein, Esq., Bradley + Wellerstein, CALSAGA Legal Advisor Across the country, AI is becoming an increasingly popular tool for all kinds of issues. However, it’s ubiquity does not mean that it’s suitable for all purposes, and new […]
California Security Firms Can’t Afford to Treat Break Compliance as a Side Issue Gurmit Dhaliwal, Celayix, CALSAGA Associate Member For many California security companies, break compliance does not fail because leaders do not care about it. It fails because field operations move fast, coverage requirements are unforgiving, and the systems supporting the work are often […]
Beyond Safety: Designing for Efficiency in Modern Security Operations Johann Hauswald, PlixAI, CALSAGA Network Partner For years, innovation in private security has focused on one priority: frontline safety. That focus isn’t going away, but it’s no longer enough. The firms pulling ahead today aren’t just asking, “Are our officers safe?” They’re asking, “Are we operating […]
Member Spotlight – Manzanita Security Shela Borr, CALSAGA Ambassador Committee Co-Chair The CALSAGA Ambassador Committee is proud to feature Manzanita Security in this quarter’s Membership Spotlight. Following last quarter’s recognition of a long-standing member celebrating a major milestone, we are equally excited to highlight one of our newest voices within the CALSAGA community. As a […]
2026 Security Industry Labor Trends: What Leaders Need to Know Jill Davie, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner For security leaders, the labor landscape is always shifting. But understanding these shifts goes beyond merely keeping up; it is essential for staying profitable and operational in a high-stakes industry. As we look toward the remainder […]
The Physical Security Industry in 2026: Three Shifts Every Provider Needs to Know Carissa Gappa, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partners The physical security industry in 2026 stands at a critical juncture. Compliance mandates, technological advancement and evolving client expectations are converging in ways that will separate the providers who thrive from those who […]
Lead, Listen To, and Love Your People: Why Valuing Employees Matters in Security Anne Laguzza, The Works Consulting, CALSAGA Network Partner When I first started working in the security industry, the idea of valuing your people was almost unheard of. With high turnover rates, it can be easy to slip into the mindset that security […]
Unlocking Hidden Profit: Why Security Guard Companies Should Leverage the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Marcel Abandonato, MJA & Associates, CALSAGA Associate Member In today’s security industry, margins are tighter, labor costs are rising, and competition is more intense than ever. Security guard companies are constantly hiring—and that creates a powerful, often overlooked opportunity to […]
How The Police Credit Union Can Help Families Build Financial Stability The Police Credit Union, CALSAGA Network Partner Life in private security brings both honor and unpredictability. Between changing shifts, variable overtime, and the emotional demands of the job, it can be challenging to find financial balance. Many private security professionals and their families experience […]