Cardinal Security's CEO, Jason Trigg has spoken to Risk UK's January 2012 issue about what is on the horizon for 2012. To read the article in full please visit: Risk UK page 36 - 37.

A gathering of more than 20 senior retail industry figures has welcomed the move by security solutions and personnel provider, The Cardinal Group to roll-out a national initiative to report business crime. The consensus, following the first National Business Crime Solution meeting that took place in early December, highlighted that a new centralised solution, which enables retailers to share information locally, regionally and nationally, would not only reduce business crime countrywide, but also create a safer shopping environment on Britain's high streets. Cardinal's CEO, Jason Trigg explains: "There are a number of local crime partnership and radio schemes. Although there are several that are effective, the majority operate in isolation and therefore fail to deliver clear, measurable outputs. The National Business Crime Solution will provide a platform which facilitates simple dissemination of information amongst all relevant stakeholders, nationwide and at all levels, that is flexible to the industry's requirements and above all, facilitates the tackling of criminal activity in a far more dynamic and cost-efficient way and provides a clear return on investment. What is also unique about this solution is that the participating companies will play an active role in shaping the solution, the outputs and services that are delivered to their businesses, helping set the standard for the future of business crime sharing at all levels across the UK."The National Business Crime Solution is underpinned by a live information and intelligence sharing platform which is used by a number of UK retailers for incident reporting and widely used to combat retail crime in the USA. Registered users enter business crime data into the system and this information is then collated, analysed and disseminated to other participating retail members locally, regionally, nationally or by sector. Mick Phipps, Head of Loss Prevention at Wilkinson's Hardware Stores and Chairman of the National Business Crime Solution initiative added: "The reaction to the National Business Crime Solution has been extremely positive. With the recent documented rise in general crime – and organised retail crime in particular – it’s not surprising that so many retailers are keen to take part in the pilot next year. With the backing of some of the industry’s senior figures, there is no reason why it will not be possible to share business crime on a national level." The National Business Crime Solution pilot will kick-off in Q1 2012. Any retailers who wish to take part should contact Louise Henham, Group Marketing Manager at Cardinal on 07771 855036

Leading security personnel and solutions provider, The Cardinal Group, has finalised a takeover of loss prevention and retail efficiency specialists, ORIS. The acquisition, which comes into effect today (15th December 2011), enables Cardinal to further develop its full service market offering in the loss prevention and security arena. Jason Trigg, CEO of The Cardinal Group, hailed the agreement as a milestone in the company's eight year history: "We are delighted to have completed the acquisition of ORIS. The company has a fantastic reputation in the industry and a great portfolio of products, services and clients. The transaction is a highly strategic move for us that will open up a world of possibilities for existing and future clients. "Existing ORIS products, services and solutions will be introduced into the Cardinal portfolio. ORIS systems will form part of the Cardinal Integrated Solutions division of the business and will enhance our offer and further develop the end-to-end modular enterprise solution. This will include incident, investigation and case management through to audit, health and safety and asset modules. This means our clients will be able to build complete 'resource to risk' strategies and gain a full understanding of the impact of 'total loss' - losses through theft and process errors and lost sales opportunities resulting from poor customer service and merchandising - in these challenging economic times." Kerinda Ibbotson, Managing Director of ORIS, added: "We are very excited to become part of Cardinal. The company has a great reputation in the marketplace and a portfolio of products which add real value to retailers looking to reduce total loss in their businesses. Existing ORIS employees are being retained and Cardinal’s product and people offer is strengthened as a result of combining the two businesses' personnel, technology and methodologies. After seven years in ORIS, most recently as Chairman, Laurence King will not be joining the Cardinal Group and we would like to thank him and wish him all the best for the future. Anne Davies will continue to work in her capacity as Associate Consultant." Formed in 2003, Cardinal employs more than 1500 head office and store security personnel and boasts an impressive customer portfolio. The business is comprised of divisions focusing on security systems and personnel (Cardinal Security), risk and loss prevention software (Cardinal Integrated Solutions), next generation electronic security solutions including internet protocol (IP) cameras and video analytics, to multimedia and consumer experience technology (C-instore), training (WZ-UK) and a confidential whistle blowing hotline (Disclose). ORIS is a leading UK loss prevention and retail efficiency specialist. The company provides software, consultancy and learning solutions for the retail sector, helping retailers maximise profits, engage their people and streamline their processes. The company's not-for-profit Retail Loss Prevention Forums will continue to operate under the ORIS banner.

Cardinal is pleased to announce WZ-UK Dates for 2012. Tuesday 31st January & Wednesday 1st February 2012 Two Day Non Confrontational Interview Technique Seminar to be held at the Village Hotel, Beeston, Nottingham. The cost of this seminar is £675 which is fully inclusive of accommodation, dinner, breakfast and lunch plus refreshments on both days. Discounts apply to any company booking three or more colleagues on the seminar. Thursday 2nd February 2012 One day Advanced seminar to be held at Village Hotel, Beeston, Nottingham. The cost of this seminar is £375 which is fully inclusive of lunch plus refreshments Further details on the course can be found on the WZ-UK Website or by contacting Keith Hudson: khudson@thecardinalgroup.co.uk

Cardinal Security is pleased to announce that we are now accredited with Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC). This means that our Training Manager, Gary Day, is authorised to carry out SIA certificated training course and examinations for all employees. All training courses will now be completed in house rather than outsourcing to a third party. Further details on Highfield’s can be found at Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC)