What is Maritime Security? Maritime security is an overview term for the maritime industry. It involves protection from threats, both internal and external, to vessels. Thes threats may not necessaily be intentional, and these threats can include: illegal fishing pollution terrorism robbery piracy illegal trafficking (goods and people) Inspection, threat evaluation, and solutions proposals are […]
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Executive Protection – a Higher Level Suite of Services
Executive Protection or Bodyguard? Many people may find that the role of bodyguard comes to mind when executive protection is mentioned. In international affairs, “executive protection” is at a far higher level than the duties of a bodyguard. The reality is that there are those with high corporate, institutional, or public profiles that place them […]
Security Risk Assessment – Consulting and Services
Kimmons Investigative Services, in working with Mitch Price, can deliver global experience and expertise in security risk assessment. This includes extensive consulting and work in security risk assessment with government and private sector entities. The process begins with a comprehensive overview of foreseeable and reasonable risk, including physical and cyber security. Mitigation strategies follow, with […]
UAV Detection (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) – An Introduction
UAV Detection, or Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Detection, is becoming a focus for concern over these remote-controlled devices entering restricted airspace and possibly syping or collecting proprietary data. Detection in order to provide early warning of aerial intrusion is one piece of the puzzle, with mitigation being the other. This article will lay out the basics […]
Kimmons Investigations Breaks the Mold with Litigation Support Services
Kimmons Investigative Services offers all of the expected services of a full service private investigation firm. This announcement breaks out of those expected roles and offers our clients the additional resource of litigation support services. Attorney Maisie A. Barringer brings nearly two decades of trial experience and legal expertise to KIS through her ability to […]
Protection of Huge Amounts of Corporate Data in the Cloud
According to Statista.com, from 2015 to 2022, corporate data in the cloud and stored on cloud servers has doubled from 30% to 60% in that short seven year period. That growth curve hasn’t slowed according to many experts, so corporations today are increasingly seeking ways in which to protect their data. Computer Forensics and Corporate […]
What is Covert Surveillance and How is it Used in Business?
When many people think of surveillance, it is in the context of domestic situations and divorces. However, this post and our work at Kimmons Investigative Serives, Inc. is about corporate situations and how businesses use our covert surveillance services. It is important to know that covert surveillance must comply with constitutional mandates as well as […]
Digital Evidence, Data Recovery, and Forensic Analysis Techniques
In today’s digital age, the acquisition and preservation of digital evidence play a crucial role in various fields, including law enforcement, cybersecurity, and forensic investigations. With the increasing reliance on digital devices and technology, it is imperative to have effective methods in place to acquire and preserve this evidence. Digital evidence acquisition involves the process […]
What are Internal and External Risks in Business and How to Handle Them
Starting and growing a business creates success and employment for Americans. Small businesses employ approximately 64% of all American workers. The owners can grow wealth and retire comfortably by operating and growing a successful business. But, there are risks, both internal and external, and success will depend upon avoiding or overcoming them. Internal Risk Internal […]
Houston Private Investigation Company Spotlights Hidden Business Threats
Houston Private Investigation Services Running a business involves a great many challenges, and this Houston private investigation company helps when those challenges involve threats to the business. They can involve internal, external threats, or both. Often you’re in the dark, unaware of threats, and the job of the private investigator is to spotlight them for […]