We as a Security specialist aim to make your life easier when booking your security personnel or ordering the latest security technology. Throughout the company we have specialist personnel who can help you at each stage to dramatically change the outcome you have with your current supplier; this can range from saving money to giving a more corporate image to your Security.
Divisions of the Cardinal Group are:
Cardinal Security Ltd holds SIA approved contractor status for the provision of Security Guarding Services."; MainText[1][2] = "SIA - Security Industry Authority
BSIA - British Security Industry Association
Enabl-U - Supplier of APIS-uk. Business Partner
W-Z - Wicklander-Zulawski Training. Business Partner"; MainText[1][3] = "Please note that you will need a PDF reader such as Adobe Reader (Free) and you may need to allow pop-ups to view these files.
Cardinal is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We frequently have vacancies within Cardinal Security for Uniformed Officers, Store Detectives and Retail Profit Protection Officers, an application may be made for any of these vacancies through our HR department. Details for any Sales and Management Vacancies may be made through the same number in the initial stages.
HR: 0845 680 1796 (option 2)
Alternatively, application forms are available to download here.";
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Cardinal Group
The Station
The Station Approach
Great Chesterford
Saffron Walden
Essex
CB10 1NY
General Enquiries
Tel: 0845 680 1796
Fax: 01799 532 093
E-mail: info@cardinalsecurity.com
Location
Trains run from London Liverpool St towards Cambridge, Great Chesterford Station and Cardinal Security is the old station house on the right as you exit the station.
By car from London:
Take the M11 and exit at junction 9 (A11) Take the first exit A1301 sign posted Saffron Walden. At the first roundabout take the third exit for the A1301 towards Saffron Walden. Continue straight on at the next roundabout on the B184. On the next roundabout take the B1383 the third exit towards Great Chesterford. Follow the road round and take the right-hand turn signposted for the station. Cardinal Security is the old station house on the right hand side.
By car from Cambridge:
Take the M11 and exit at junction 10 (Duxford / Saffron Walden) on the A505 heading towards Papisford and Sawston. At the first roundabout carry on straight on the A505. At the second roundabout take the third exit towards Saffron Walden on the A1301. At the next roundabout take the third exit for the A1301 towards Saffron Walden. Take the second exit on the next roundabout on the B184. On the next roundabout take the B1383 the third exit towards Great Chesterford. Follow the road round and take the right-hand turn signposted for the station. Cardinal Security is the old station house on the right hand side.";
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MainText[2][0]="Cardinal Security was formed in 2003 and is a privately owned company delivering dynamic and innovative security solutions throughout the United Kingdom (UK) via responsive partnerships with our clients. Cardinal Security is an Approved Contractor through the SIA and attained a score of 115 in our most recent audit. Of the 655 ACS accredited companies only 5% achieved a score above 102. This places Cardinal within the top 5% of all UK security providers. This benchmarks our high quality within the industry and shows us as best in class. Further details on the SIA can be found at http://www.sia.homeoffice.gov.uk/Pages/home.aspx
As a security specialist we aim to make our customers life’s easier from the quote stage to operational stage. This is done by providing our customers with Account Managers, who are your first point of call for any questions, concerns or for the extra value service. If you call out of hours, you will speak to our Control Room which is operated 24/7 365 days a year.
Cardinal Security are able to provide our contracted clients with officers that have been trained in specialist areas that are requirements for the industry or for the company’s specific policies through our dedicated training division."; // SECURITY - Quality MainText[2][1] = "Cardinal currently has the following accreditations:
"; // SECURITY - Manned Guarding MainText[2][2]="Cardinal Security Officers can be provided to a number of different industries and sectors. Our officers are able to provide services that are required by your industry and will work with you in partnership to give you the security service you require.
Retail:
Our retail officers can provide a uniformed presence to the front of any store to make a real difference to your losses. These officers can also provide coverage to one area of the shop which you feel that is particularly being targeted.
NHS:
Officers are there to provide security services not only to the site but also to staff, visitors and patients. Our officers can work in a wide range of departments offering support for special cases to providing a door supervisor level to wards such as Children Wards, ICU and A & E. We aim to provide a complete and secure security service to all NHS Hospitals we work with.
Commercial:
Our commercial officers are all experienced and can provide a range of services to office buildings, schools and housing. Our commercial officers can offer a range of services:
Distribution Guarding
Cardinal Distibution Officers can add an increased level to your security 24 hours a day. At Cardinal our Distibution Officers will complete patrols around the site as well as work at the entrance ensuring only authorised personnel are on site.";
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MainText[2][3]="At Cardinal we understand how to deal with the variety of challenges facing retail security. Uniformed officers can be deployed as a highly visible deterrent to shoplifting and stock loss, whilst some of our retail clients opt for more discreet security strategies using Cardinal Store Detectives to target specific issues. Our officers also understand the importance of customer care and place a great emphasis on always being courteous and helpful.
Having supplied security officers for a number of retail chains and many independent stores country wide, Cardinal understand the importance of being flexible to meet your individual requirements. Many years of experience means we can offer sound advice on how to maximise the performance of your security operation and we work in close partnership to create lasting relationships with our clients.
We are committed to high levels of training for Cardinal Security Officers. Understanding legal complexities, writing prosecution statements and incident reports, performing till checks and staff searches all add to the breadth of practical services Cardinal Security Officers can offer."; // SECURITY - Store Detectives MainText[2][4]="Cardinal’s highly trained Store Detectives can be used to prevent and reduce theft in your stores.
Cardinal store detectives work with the customer to eradicate shop theft, and therefore create a more secure shopping and working environment, ensuring that people and property are safe at all times.
Our Store Detectives will blend into your store and enhance your shoppers experience, they will have knowledge of your products, this makes them aware of what sort of products/items are likely be targeted.
Our store detectives can also cover the below duties:
Cardinal Store Detectives are experienced officers who are able to offer the experience they have in a range of services. Overall our Store Detectives are there to make your store more secure and therefore lower your losses on a day to day basis."; // SECURITY - Reception & Concierge MainText[2][5]="At Cardinal Security we understand how to deal with the variety of challenges facing the commercial sector today. Through a trained, skilled and responsive business unit, Cardinal operates teams who specifically possess excellent communication skills, initiative, a strong team ethic and proven demonstration of exceptional customer service skills.
Commercial Security Officers should be visible, smart ambassadors for your business, with a high degree of professionalism in presenting an immaculate first impression to your company image. We provide specialist training and development programmes at our training centres which include bespoke modules to ensure that Officers are more individually customer focussed."; // SECURITY - Loss Prevention MainText[2][6]="Cardinal Loss Prevention Services offer a range of disciplines across retail; including full time Loss Prevention Management Services, External Shrink Specialists, Store Audits, Investigations, Compliance Testing and bespoke Staff Awareness Training.
The personnel within the Loss Prevention Services team have a wealth of industry experience gained across a broad range of retailers. The fully outsourced LP Management service is unique, and perfect for small to medium size retailers who have grown rapidly and require expertise to help develop a Loss Prevention policy and culture.
For outsourced investigations and staff interviews, all of the Cardinal LP Services team are trained and experienced in the Wicklander Zulawski non confrontational interviews skills technique.
Current retail clients include Paperchase, Jack Wills, Peacocks, WH Smith, Polo Ralph Lauren, Hobbycraft and Toys R Us." // SECURITY - Training MainText[2][7]="Cardinal recognises that well trained personnel are a foremost requirement for contract success.
Training is carried out by our own in-house training division. We have training specialists that cover all aspects of Security, Retail, Health and Safety, and Customer Service skill sets. Our own in-house trainers are qualified in a wide variety of specialist areas including First Aid, Control & Restraint, Health & Safety Awareness and Counter Terrorism.
Cardinal’s Training division can also deliver SIA licensing and training including CCTV Operators and Door Supervisor licenses, Health & Safety, SITO equivalent training (NOCN), fire and fire equipment usage, emergency response, First Aid and visitor care. We will also include in the induction training on Arrestable Offences, Powers of Search, Powers of Arrest, Restraint, Terrorist profiling and Improvised explosive devices.
We also have the expertise to create bespoke training programs to suit your business needs, we have provided training to our NHS officers in areas such as Infection Control and Safeguarding vulnerable patients. In the retail sector bespoke training programs include Arrest & Restraint, Identification of Offenders and Customer Care training. We can incorporate your own policies and procedures into the training programs for the officers that will be working on your sit;es.
Cardinal Security is accredited with Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC). This allows our Training Manager to carry out SIA certificated training courses 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 can be found at http://www.highfieldabc.com"; // SECURITY - Events MainText[2][8]="Cardinal understands that during an event a professional security team is a must. Our experience enables Cardinal to provide reliable and quality Event Security officers to a wide range of industries and all types of event.
Backed up by a highly professional team, Cardinal supplies complete security teams or individual officers for all your event requirements.
Our professional and experienced officers can provide retail, commercial and the leisure industries with the experience required for event security management. At Cardinal Security we understand that during an event a professional security officer is a must. In addition these officers must be able to adapt to ever changing risk scenarios. All Cardinal Event Officers receive specialised training, providing them with the qualifications and knowledge to deal with Event Security and any situations that may arise from providing this type of security cover. Training of our officers can range from NVQ Customer Service as well as Crowd Conflict/Control Training.
Our experience enables Cardinal to nationally provide reliable and quality Event Security Officers to a wide range of sectors and all types of events. Cardinal are renowned for being professional and providing a high quality standard of security officer at all times.
Football Extravaganza Dinner
Grosvenor Hotel, London
“Cardinal have been in sole charge of our security for many years and have always provided a service beyond and above the norm. Our event is very high profile with many A-List artists and performers from the music industry plus football players and managers from the Premier League being our VIP guests. Security is vital to them and us, so with the frantic nature of such an event, it is an enormous relief to have Cardinal take care of all our security and give the organisers one less thing to worry about! Equally, as a charity event, our corporate clients are vital to the fund-raising we achieve on the night and Cardinal take extra care to ensure that all VIP's are dealt with and handled professionally and also discreetly should the need arise.” Raelene Peal, Event Manager, The Football Extravaganza.
Republic
Store Opening, Belfast
“In March 2010 Cardinal Security provided uniformed guarding, VIP Protection and crowd control for Republic at an event involving X Factor runner up Olly Murs. The event, which was arranged at short notice involved Murs doing a live performance in Republic’s new store in Belfast city centre.
The Cardinal security event team run by an event manager provided 20 uniformed event officers for this high profile event and non uniformed protection for Murs himself. There were a number of aspects to the services provided by Cardinal’s team from conducting the initial risk assessment and Police liaison to crowd control, dealing with the press and dealing with Mur’s and his team on the day.
Cardinal's event team handled the day extremely well and I could not praise them enough for their quality, professionalism and actions. Cardinal maintained the right level of service and security throughout and knows exactly how to deliver the fine balance between visible and no visible safety and security presence. I would not hesitate to use Cardinal Security for future events”
Arcadia
“Cardinal has provided security officers for a number of events on behalf of Arcadia. They have always fully understood and adapted to our requirements and provide a quality and professional service at all times.”";
MainText[3][0]="ORIS Integrated is the Cardinal Group’s software company that operates primarily in the security market, with management integration solutions to various Sectors.
The key differentiator for all of our solutions is a fully web based platform that offers real time information enabling a highly profitable solution to be quickly created and deployed
Our current products are:
The sharing of real-time intelligence is the key to fighting crime and enabling all sectors of the business community to benefit from pro-active data instead of historical information. Working with a number of Business Crime Partnerships and various Police departments has enabled ORIS Integrated to identify a market that would benefit from the new and exciting Information Sharing Platform – Cr:iisp
Benefits include:
APIS-uk is a comprehensive data management solution for retail Loss Prevention and is a web based information tool.
Applications include:
We will help you to increase your loss prevention and risk management strength while decreasing time spent collecting, reporting and managing the crucial event data needed to accomplish your strategic goals."; MainText[3][3]="At ORIS we understand the real issues suffered by the SME market and have produced solutions that are focused on, and tailored to, your business. An easy-to-access a web site offers a whole range of hints, tips and tools together with the opportunity to ‘ask an expert’ question on any loss, crime or security issue. The live crime information sharing and alert platform provided by the Cr:iisp system is also accessed via this website, providing SME businesses with opportunities to participate in effective crime reduction partnerships at local, regional and national levels.
Effective crime data reporting, analysis and sharing provides trade associations and groups with information that is unique in its scale and presentation, this will prove to be an invaluable resource when lobbying local and national government and the police on behalf of their members. Civil recovery is automatically processed via Cr:iisp on your behalf, this could recover a significant proportion of any crime loss. ORIS SME will visit your premises to provide expert support, advice, recommendations and even lobbying on your behalf. Staff development and training can also be provided on a whole range of related topics. These services are offered at a fraction of the cost of an in house team and make it an affordable solution to your business needs.";
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CAP Index reports give you a quick and thorough overview of the crime risk at any given address. With a detailed map and spreadsheet of risk scores, you can easily isolate and identify crime related issues around a specific site.
Benefits of the system include:
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For most businesses, corrupt or immoral practices represent a significant threat to profitability. Any malpractice, which can impact on profitability, is not an invisible phenomenon. It can threaten jobs whilst also having a negative impact on inward investment and recruitment.
A well-structured whistle-blowing policy is essential in the fight against fraud, corrupt or immoral practices in the workplace. The power of such a policy lies in its ability to open the lines of communication with employees creating an interactive communication policy, more especially with an outsourced and anonymous 3rd party supplier.
We provide a unique confidential reporting hotline service with the expertise required to deliver a vital, impartial and confidential communication link for those employees wishing to provide confidential information anonymously and securely, and without fear of reprisal.
We provide:
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MainText[4][0]="Amberstone Technologies work with experienced professionals to bring a fresh and new approach to security technology, which will help increase your sales, customer experience and security.
By working with forward thinking technology designs and manufactures we can provide our customers with technology that will not only aid security but also deliver customer satisfaction.
Amberstone aims to work with our customers in a partnership approach to provide solutions that will fit your requirements. We currently provide the following products:
Our fitting room systems are used to help monitor cubicle availability, reduce stock loss within the fitting room area and overall increase your customers experience which leads to more sales.
Amberstone has different types of fitting room systems which are aimed to fully meet the needs of your business.
If they have not responded within a pre-approved time, the signal is then sent to an alternative member of staff.
Sensors can also be installed in the fitting room cubicles, this allows customers to enter the fitting room cubicle without having to wait for a member of staff. The Fitting Room System will alert members of staff to their presence and also display which cubicle is currently occupied.
MK1
The MK1 has been on the high streets for almost 20 years and is a proven concept in fitting room security. The design of this system can suit all environments, quick and easy to use. The main functions of this system are:
The proven benefits from this system are:
Changing Room Display
Changing Room Display’s work by installing touch screens in the changing areas which will interact with security tags. The aim of this touch screen is to give the customer additional information on the related items and accessories that will match the item your customer is already trying on.
These screens will also allow the store to use them as advertising solution which can be set up to enable the customer to be targeted by gender and product choice allowing the advertising to be more direct.";
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Amberstone Technology has unparalleled expertise in designing, specifying and installing CCTV security systems from video surveillance systems for retail units and commercial premises to large complex integrated projects such as high security applications for hospitals, universities, distribution warehouses and industrial centres.
Utilising the latest in CCTV security technology, Video Analytics, ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition), High Definition cameras and IP (Internet Protocol) based CCTV equipment Amberstone are delivery solutions that are at the leading edge of CCTV camera technology, offering video surveillance solutions that are tailor made to meet our customers exacting requirements, ensuring that the system provides effective safety and security and delivers a clear return on investment.
CCTV for some time has now been considered crucial in both crime prevention and detection. The applications of CCTV systems are increasingly incorporated in home security and commercial security systems, staff surveillance, anti-theft surveillance and access control surveillance. This approach provides the ultimate deterrent that is both visible and effective.
World events have changed, creating a need for more sophisticated surveillance systems and an increase in public demand for safer environments. In the past decade the use of CCTV has grown to unprecedented levels and developments in technology have greatly increased its popularity. As technology has evolved, CCTV is now used not only for security, but also as a management tool assisting health and safety, productivity and personnel management. For example the latest analytics now afford retailers the opportunity to view customer footfall, identifying specific hotspots within the store environment, dwell times and customer direction to help more effectively layout the store and position products.
CCTV is a truly powerful and intelligent visual management tool, automatically alerting the CCTV operator to events as they unfold so they can take immediate action to prevent an incident from escalating. Intelligent video analytical software can even be used for facial recognition, business rules and compliance, automatic number plate recognition, intruder detection, slip and fall detection, people and vehicle counting, suspicious behaviour analysis and tracking, graffiti detection, theft detection and abandoned object detection.
As with all technologies, CCTV can be as simple or as complex as the situation demands. Amberstone Technology offers a range of CCTV systems from basic observation systems to complex security camera systems for home and business security. We have the experience of installing CCTV in an extensive range of environments including major retailers, universities, hospitals, casinos, licensed premises, sports stadia and high profile buildings. Amberstone has the depth of knowledge and experience to help maximise the return for any investment providing an honest broker approach to any advice provided to its clients in the specification of CCTV systems."; MainText[4][3]="EAS Tagging systems have been proven to be one of the most effective tools used by retailers to protect stock on live display. Typically there have been two dominant technologies used within the retail marketplace, being AM (Acousto Magnetic) and RF (Radio Frequency). Amberstone are technology ‘agnostic’ and we provide hardware, consumable products and service across both technologies as well as EM (Electro Magnetic).
Our ranges of AM & RF systems are used by major retailers throughout the UK and Europe and we provide a complete range of gates to complement the look and aesthetics of each particular client. In addition we have a range of open entrance invisible EAS systems that provide detection and alarm of security tags without the requirement for gates at the entrance to the store.
Amberstone provides a full complement of tagging consumables including RFID to our clients throughout the world. Our first class product design, implementation, manufacturing and logistics expertise are second to none and we have been relied on to deliver on quality, price and schedule. Our products are designed to protect high loss items and range from soft labels to hard tags, benefit denial ink tags to 2/3 way alarm tags to bottle tags to live product protection display products. Amberstone ensures all of its tags to work with 3rd party systems and offers unconditional guarantees to support this commitment.
In addition we provide full support for source tagging programmes having provided services whether at the distribution arm or at manufacturing centres throughout the world. This has allowed our clients to remove the cost of tag application from the store back up the supply chain. We work with logistics networks to ensure our tagging consumables are available in the regions throughout the world as and when they are required. Amberstone has also worked with clients to deliver tag recycling programmes which allows hard tags to be recycled back into the supply chain typically back to manufacturers elsewhere in the world.
Amberstone takes its corporate responsibility very seriously and works actively with its clients, manufacturers and logistics partners to reduce any unnecessary waste, production of carbon and disposal. Importantly to this end all tagging products provided by Amberstone are carbon neutral and we are pleased to have been providing carbon zero products since 2006.
We recognise that existing hardware needs to be supported and to that end we provide a full support service infrastructure, not just for our own systems but also 3rd party manufacturers systems. This service can be completely tailored to the requirements of each customer ensuring that they get the service that they individually require. There are a number of cost saving initiatives that have been introduced to its customers to improve the effectiveness of the investment made in the EAS Tagging programme whilst saving cost."; MainText[4][4]="Mirrors are a key part to any retail outlet, to take a glance at how an item might look before taking the plunge to buying/ trying the item on.
Magic Mirrors enable the customer to try on clothes without ever visiting a changing room. It could transform the way we shop, from men who hate the hassle of queuing for cubicles to women who want to try on outfits in front of friends.
The ‘mirror’ is actually a sophisticated computer screen with built-in sensors and cameras. When shoppers stand in front of the machine, it scans their body to determine the exact dimensions for sizing garments.
The customer then waves his or her hands in front of the screen to bring up a range of menus in order to select from thousands of items in the chain’s fashion ranges.
Once selected, the clothing is then superimposed on top of the reflection. The machine is even capable of projecting several items over a shopper at the same time, to show how a complete outfit might look with shoes and accessories.
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Amberstone Technology have a full complement of Access Control solutions available from audio and video entry systems, networked access control, barriers and turnstiles or simply a keypad and electronic lock. We utilise a variety of methods including audio visual telephone entry systems, swipe card, proximity and hands free access, door monitoring, motorised gates, barriers and bollards, biometrics such as finger print, retinal scan, facial - and have installed all levels of access control in an extensive range of sites including universities, hospitals, high security, retail, commercial and government offices amongst others.
Our core access control range can be classified into three distinct system types.
Basic access control security alarm systems are typically installed to protect a single door and include audio entry systems, video entry systems or keypad/PIN devices. The main applications for this system type are front or rear doors to premises e.g. residential blocks of flats, retail, small offices or offices with un-manned receptions and schools.
Standalone access control systems comprise of a small network of card readers controlled by local door controllers. These systems are suitable for one or two door installations within small offices, building sites, schools or retail units.
Networked or PC-based access control systems comprise of a front-end PC connected to a network of door controllers and card readers. These systems are most suitable for multi-door and/or multi-site installations within larger offices, industrial units, distribution centres, hospitals and universities.
Amberstone also provides a full complement of access control consumables including from access cards, card holders, lanyards and RFID labels to support your existing solution with many of the items available for next working day delivery.
We recognise that existing hardware needs to be supported and to that end we provide a full support service infrastructure, not just for our own systems but also 3rd party manufacturers systems. This service can be completely tailored to the requirements of each customer ensuring that they get the service that they individually require.
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