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FEATURES 8

PERIMETER UPDATE

The growing concern for the safety of property and people from intruders has sparked a huge need for better security boundaries in South Africa, with bigger fences, spikes and rolled wire making an appearance around the majority of properties.

10 SPECIAL FEATURE: PSIR AMENDMENT BILL The controversial Private Security Industry Regulation Amendment Bill is back on the agenda as the industry raises alarm bells that the contentious Bill may be signed into law this year.

12 TECHNOLOGY UPDATE Technology is revolutionising the way we do things. From eating, to paying for items and transportation, your smart mobile device for starters, has become more valuable than your wallet. Technologies of the imagination will soon become innovations of today â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it is only a matter of time.

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EDITORS COMMENT

Fatigue can be deadly

ews of the Department of Labour’s decision to review some of the basic conditions of employment act, including hours worked per day and per week, will have a direct impact on the private security industry, where shift work is a reality for guarding companies. Speaking at the Seminar Theatre for A-OSH Expo 2017 that was co-located at Securex South Africa 2017, Dr Denis Cronson, spoke about the pitfalls of workplace fatigue. He mentioned global examples where sleep deprivation had resulted in global disasters that came with tremendously horrific consequences, not to mention loss of life. These included the Exxon Valdez oil spill off Alaska in 1989, the second-largest oil spill in American history; the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in Ukraine in 1986, said by some to be the worst nuclear disaster in history; a train disaster in Canada in 2001, when two Canadian National trains crashed into each other, spilling 3 000 gallons of diesel, and the deadly crash of Air France Flight 447 in 2009, which killed all 228 people on board. While these are admittedly extreme examples, they do draw attention to the potentially deadly consequences associated with sleep deprivation. According to Dr Cronson, workplace fatigue is an acute and ongoing state of tiredness leading to mental and

physical exhaustion and prevents people from functioning within normal boundaries. Fighting fatigue in the workplace is a contemporary issue, and now employers have another legal obligation to establish the level of risk, eliminate those risks and provide a safe environment for employees and the public. In the context of the security sector, a shift worker is anyone who follows a work schedule that is outside of typical office hours. In the United States, organisations are increasingly dependent on shift workers to meet the demands of globalisation in our 24hour society. Shift work is also seen globally as an excellent way to increase production and customer service without major increases in infrastructure. In fact, in many parts of the world, shift work is actually considered the norm. While shift work has productivity advantages, it also has many inherent risks. Some of the most serious and persistent problems include frequent sleep disturbance and associated excessive sleepiness. Sleepiness and fatigue can lead to poor concentration, absenteeism, accidents, errors, injuries, and fatalities. The issue becomes more alarming when you consider that shift workers are often employed in the most dangerous of jobs, such as security, firefighting, emergency medical services, and law enforcement Dr Cronson explains that factors that contribute to fatigue at work include scheduling of the times the employee is required to work; the duration of the working time, including the rotation of shifts; mental and physical exhaustion; environmental factors such as heat, cold or excessive vibration, and individual factors that come into play from the person’s lifestyle, such as the responsibilities of children and the employee’s general fitness, diet, home and

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sleeping conditions. Dr Cronson recommends a practical risk management approach to assess hazards and manage risks. A risk assessment needs to show where employees are at risk of becoming impaired by fatigue, who they are and how many of them, how often this could happen and the degree of harm that would result. The implementation of a fatigue management plan in the workplace has the potential to reduce employee fatigue or its causes, reduce the further likelihood of fatigue occurring in the work place, and counteract the effects of fatigue when it does occur. Fatigue management systems need to identify the hazards of fatigue, assess the risks and implement control measures, and monitor and review the effectiveness of the fatigue management plan.

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Labour legislation and the private security sector Change is on the horizon for the private security sector as the Department of Labour has signalled its intention to amend virtually all labour legislations from as early as 1 May, 2018.

mendments will be made to legislations including Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, COID Act, and Unemployment Insurance Act. In addition to these changes, the Department of Labour aims to introduce the National Minimum Wage Act that will seek to regulate a R20 per hour minimum wage. This will likely not include higher paid grades or categories, which could potentially reduce the Department of Labour’s ability to combat non-compliance. The Department of Labour intends to publish drafts for these new/amended acts by July 2017, with the aim of having legislation cleared and signed into law by the end of the year at the latest. Once these drafts are published, the various legislations will be up for public comment.

Changes to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) Among the prospective changes in legislation, the Department of Labour has outlined potential changes to the BCEA. The BCEA governs the standards of employment across various industries in South Africa, meaning changes to this legislation will have an impact on a wide variety of sectors, including private security. Potential amendments will limit the amount of hours an employee can work on both a daily (12 hours per day) and weekly (48 hours per week) basis. In addition to this, the definition of ordinary hours of work will likely revert to that in the BCEA definition; i.e. Sundays and public holidays will then no longer be excluded. Although all existing allowances, bonuses, and premiums will remain in force, SASA believes that, other than a living wage, this is a step backwards in their attempts of the last 15 years of improving the entry level salary levels in the private security sector.

Labour Relations Act Amendments to the Labour Relations Act mean that, should the Department of Labour inspectorate be unsuccessful in obtaining an “undertaking” from an offending employer, a

compliance order will be issued, as is currently the case. The biggest change will be in the referral process. Instead of referring these compliance orders to the Labour Court, issues will now be raised with the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). The CCMA will adjudicate such matters and will have the power to issue awards, cost awards, and will, from such cost awards, refer the matters to the relevant Sheriff for attachment of assets in settlement. Bargaining Council collective agreements will be “extendable” to non-parties if one of the parties, either labour or employer, has sufficient representation and it will no longer be a requirement that both parties be sufficiently represented.

The light at the end of the tunnel The private security sector has applied for the registration of the National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector (NBCPSS), whose application is being processed by the Registrar of Labour Relations. Following ratification by Nedlac and further red tape by the Registrar, barring any unforeseen challenges, the NBCPSS should be registered before the end of this year. This has many advantages, including: • The industry will negotiate its own “main agreement” regarding remuneration and conditions of employment, within legal parameters. • The NBC will handle its own labour relations disputes, instead of the CCMA. • The NBC will handle its own compliance and enforcement, instead of the Department of Labour and PSIRA, although SASA envisages even greater co-operation with PSIRA going forward.

Independent contractors in the private security sector The issue of legislation regarding independent

contractors in the private security sector has proven challenging in the past. During 2014, Judge AJ Snyman of the Labour Court, issued a scathing and damning award against the principle of independent contractors, also referred to as self-employed security officers, as well as the contract used. Shortly thereafter, an individual and a security service provider applied, on an urgent and ex-parte basis, for an order that would have effectively given any person the constitutional right to decide whether to work as an employee or as an independent contractor. Due to the ex-parte nature of the application, in addition to the fact that the applicants were unopposed, led to the granting of an interim order to that effect.

Taking the issue to court The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) subsequently challenged the granting of the final order in the matter which became known as the “van der Merwe/Sivikela case”, following which they were joined by SASA, the Department of Labour, and the PSSPF. After more than three years the trial was held at the Pretoria High Court on 25 May 2017, with two days set aside for argument. However, within less than three hours the honourable Judge had set aside the interim order, although the written order was to be issued at a later date. Speaking on the ruling, Costa Diavastos, president of SASA had this to say: “Although this judgement could still be appealed, we are confident that this will be the final nail in the coffin for the exploitative practice of independent contractors and self-employed security officers in our industry.”

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his highlight in the security industry’s calendar showcases Elvey’s comprehensive range of high-quality security solutions from cornerstone local and international brands. Elvey’s chief executive officer, Gary Lowe, views this as a strategic opportunity for Elvey’s key suppliers to engage directly with the market and, in turn, to grant the market invaluable faceto-face time with suppliers. He explains: “By showcasing both the latest and upcoming technologies from our leading local and international suppliers, the Elvey Ignite Expo plans to live up to its name by igniting opportunities and possibilities that will provide our customers with an intimate understanding of the broad array of products and solutions offered by Elvey across various market verticals. “What sets Elvey apart in the industry is the fact that not only do we offer cutting-edge solutions, but our customers know that they can depend on a strong, steady partner with streamlined technical support and a national branch footprint,” he adds. Mr Lowe says the 2017 Elvey Ignite Expo will focus on its key segments – homes and business – which in general are serviced through approved installer dealers. Elvey’s core value is to continue being a pioneer in providing high-quality

products aimed at giving homeowners and business decision makers peace of mind, removing concerns around whether products will deliver on promised performance and live up to their daily challenges. “Elvey’s diverse product line-up meets a broad spectrum of requirements in the South African security sector. We offer solutions which are scalable from small homes to large enterprises, by supplying detectors, keypads, alarms, CCTV and fire products for demanding security applications such as home automation, in a converged seamless manner,” says Mr Lowe. Elvey is also able to provide expert advice on keeping equipment operating at optimum efficiency. In addition to outlining the most optimal maintenance procedures, it carries a comprehensive stockholding of spares. Training and support from a dedicated sales team and product specialists allows the company to answer all customer queries and to provide comprehensive information on the brands represented. “Attendees at the show can look forward to product demonstrations, one-on-one interaction with suppliers, as well as competitions with vouchers and prizes to be won. An insightful guest speaker will share important trends and information.” One of the largest privately organised events in the security industry, the Expo

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PERIMETER UPDATE

Electric fencing regulations The growing concern for the safety of property and people from intruders has sparked a huge need for better security boundaries in South Africa, with bigger fences, spikes and rolled wire making an appearance around the majority of properties. By Kerry Ibbetson

he electric fence as become a popular choice due to the psychological deterrent it poses and the fact that it can be connected to the house alarm to alert the owner of a possible breach in the system. Electric fences are intended to be a deterrent and not a device to kill or injure an intruder and as such basic safety regulations have to be adhered to. In South Africa, the Electric Machinery Regulations (Government Notice R183 of 2005-03-04), published in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993), administered by the Chief Inspector of Occupational Health and Safety of the Department of Labour, requires that all electric fence installations comply with the requirements of SANS 10222-3:2008. These provisions are concerned with ensuring the basic safety of installations and decreasing the likelihood of electromagnetic interference on communication systems.

To ensure the protection of people and animals and the proper functioning of an installation, the correct materials must be used for the construction of an electric fence. A reputable supplier will be able to supply the correct products that meet these requirements. The law requires that only certified installers may erect fences and that they issue an Electric Fence Certificate of Compliance (EFCC) to the property owner for any electric fence installation. A registered installer should be in possession of a South African Electric Fence Installers Association certificate and should be able to produce the said certificate to any inspector or person for whom he intends to install an electric fence. Failure to comply with the law can lead to the certificate being revoked, if warnings and due process have been ignored. Penalties can include imprisonment and in the case of continuous

offence, an additional daily fine for up to three months. If property owners don’t comply with the regulations and get a certificate of clearance from a registered company, insurance claims may be rejected and property owners may be held liable if someone is injured by an electric fence, even if that person is an intruder. Regulations don’t apply to an electric fence system which existed prior to 1 October 2012 but an EFCC will be required where an addition or alteration has occurred or where there is a change of ownership of the premises. An accredited installer should be able to give the client some form of guarantee on workmanship and on parts installed. Electric fences need to be serviced and maintained to operate at optimum levels. The installer and client should have a clear understanding as to who is responsible for what maintenance with regards to the electric fence. The installer should supply a copy of these requirements to the user and discuss its contents so that the user is fully aware of the required maintenance on the electric fence. If at any time prior to the issuing of an EFCC, any fault or defect is detected in any part of the system, the installer must refuse to issue such certificate and explain to the owner why the certificate has not been issued. In the event of the user refusing, hindering or not co-operating in the rectification of any items found to be in non-compliant, the installer should issue the user with a written notification of noncompliance.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC FENCING: •W all Height: Wall height of property to be secured – minimum 1.5 m. •B rackets: No height restrictions for upright brackets but angled brackets must be no more than 45 degrees out and installed on the inside of the boundary wall. It is not permissible to angle brackets into a neighbour’s property without their knowledge or consent.

• Electrified Gates: Must opened/closed without a person receiving a shock. • Voltage: Energizers maximum peak voltage shall be 10 kV or less so as not to harm any person or animal. Furthermore, the shock is delivered in pulses, which allows anyone who touches the fence to pull away after the initial shock. • Lightning protection

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system: All new installations should have one installed and energisers shouldn’t be installed where they could become a fire hazard. • Warning Signs: Free standing electric fences may not be erected where people can accidentally touch it. Electric fencing installed along a public road or pathway should be securely identified with yellow warning signs

(100 x 200 cm) at intervals not exceeding 10 metres. All gates and access points to have warning signs. •V egetation: Vegetation to be a minimum 200 mm to 300 mm away from the fence to prevent arcing. These guidelines are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to installing electric fences but offers clients and installers a basic idea of what is expected.

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Fast, accurate, intelligent It’s safe to say from the volumes of video footage available online today, that cameras aren’t always enough of a deterrent for criminals and that many breaches still occur whether or not there is a visible camera on the premises. By Eckart Zollner, Head of Business Development at the Jasco Group

ne of the possible reasons for this is that cameras don’t always mean a quick response time and, often, criminals know they have a “window period” before they are spotted on screen by someone in a control tower. Add to this the fact that many cameras aren’t actively monitored and merely record activity, or that criminals may have help “from the inside”, and cameras are not always as effective as they are intended to be. Newer IP cameras can change this trend. Many of the models available today have built-in functionality, enabled by IP, that allow for faster response times and can even be preventative.

Fast and accurate IP cameras often have the capability of being able to analyse incoming images and data, and detect anomalies in set patterns immediately. This, in turn, allows the camera to act as the first responder, sending off an alert to designated systems and personnel in order to promptly respond to the disturbance. This decentralised camera set up enables cameras to do most of the work, reducing the need for manned control rooms, which also helps to minimise the risk of collusion and corruption. With the cameras analysing data in real-time against a backdrop of set patterns and pre-determined allowances, there is also less room for error. It is easy for a person in a control room

to miss an incident in the second his or her attention is drawn away from the screen. However, if the camera reacts to a breach of acceptable pattern, it can immediately send out an alert which can be reacted to instantaneously. Additional functionality such as facial recognition can also be enabled to further enhance security provision and allow for better accuracy of alerts. For example, if the camera monitors employee access, it could pick up when certain employees access the premises outside of permissible hours, or deviate from their typical access patterns, and send the appropriate alert. This could potentially highlight deviant patterns and behaviours, and activate an immediate response.

Data analysis IP cameras are typically connected into a network. Using a central database of stored information, cameras can operate individually and together to identify patterns and pattern deviations against the searchable database. This data can be used as a human resources tool to identify employee behaviour, as well as enable better security. The cameras can respond automatically based on data patterns, with auto alerts sent to specified people within designated times. This further helps to alleviate typical camera security concerns such as the human error factor and reliability of reporting on activity.

Reducing security costs We have already mentioned the cost saving on bandwidth by decentralising data analysis and enabling this at the camera, as well as the saving of reducing spend on employees to man a control room, but there are also the “invisible” cost savers to consider. Targeted alerts based on pattern analysis means that less resources are wasted on sending unnecessary response teams in the event of a false alarm. It also means that the possibility of theft can potentially be prevented, if incongruent employee behaviour is identified early enough. This enables the camera access control system to be preventative rather than merely reactive, allowing for organisations to divert potential threats and save on wasted and lost, or stolen money. Organisations with multiple sites and cameras can also benefit from a phased integration and do not necessarily need to upgrade an entire system in one go, to benefit from IP camera functionality. They can implement IP cameras specifically at critical entry points and have existing cameras converted from analogue to digital so as to allow for full integration, both with each other and with existing, legacy systems and infrastructure. In this way, businesses can benefit from an IP camera network at key points, without spending a fortune on complete upgrades of everything, keeping eyes on the places they’re needed most.

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SPECIAL FEATURE: PSIR AMENDMENT BILL

New legislation raises industry alarm bells The controversial Private Security Industry Regulation Amendment Bill is back on the agenda as the industry raises alarm bells that the contentious Bill may be signed into law this year.

resident Jacob Zuma recently made some strange utterances in parliament about resurrecting the ANC’s former militia to protect our “local interests from outside influences”. But the alarming presence of the “combatready” uMkhonto we Sizwe Veterans Association (MKMVA)’s militia outside Luthuli House during the nationwide antiZuma marches held in April, have raised new concerns about the future of security in South Africa. While delivering his budget speech in parliament during May, David Mahlobo, the state security minister alluded to “agents of regime change implementing other countries” and “nefarious agendas operating” in South Africa. However, political and legal analysts maintain that the repeated mention of amending private security laws, should be of greater concern. Met with unprecedented resistance from South Africa’s private security industry, the Private Security Industry Regulation Amendment Bill has been shelved for more than two years, but now it looks like government is determined to tighten its grip on the industry. The state claims that its biggest concern regarding the private security industry is that South Africa should not depend on foreignowned private security companies to protect the country’s national keypoints and that enforcement of the Bill would address some of the industry challenges. The state security minister and former police minister, Nkosinathi Nhleko have repeatedly driven the agenda that the private security sector is a threat to national security.

In 2015, Nhleko stated that the police were aware that the private sector was increasingly gathering intelligence that would compromise national security. He added that foreigners working in this industry could rise up like an army as a massive threat to national security.

Industry Opposition The private security industry has hit back at these claims saying that enforcement of the Bill has immensely negative implications that need to be considered. These include the power given to the minister of police to expropriate up to 100 per cent of a foreign-owned security company, and limit foreign ownership of local private security companies to 49 per cent. Under new legislation, the sector would also be subject to government’s “transformation” strategies and discourage foreign investment in favour of South African ownership. Industry analysts have added that the Bill is just another means by which government is less focused on legislation and more focused on regulating private business. “While the industry welcomes the opportunity to work more closely with government towards effective crime prevention, the new Bill did not address any of the challenges that currently plague the industry, including the unprecedented growth of illegal or “fly-by-night” security firms,” says the Security Association of South Africa (SASA). “Furthermore, while new regulation is all good and well, if there is no enforcement of these regulations by PSIRA, then unethical security firms continue to operate as they please.”

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Economic implications The private security sector and industry analysts have warned that some of the clauses in the Bill would be in direct violation of South Africa’s commitments under the World Trade Organisation’s (WTOs) General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and would likely see the country’s economy affected elsewhere. The SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) has added that the Bill would singlehandedly devastate South Africa’s economy and public finances. The industry is the largest employer in the formal private sector, more or less matching all mines and quarries put together. Foreign companies would probably not settle for selling down to 49 per cent in all their local subsidiaries, but rather leave the country altogether. South Africa’s private security industry is not only considered one of the largest in the world, but also one of South Africa’s biggest employers, with registered security officials outnumbering sworn-in police officers and active soldiers in the army. The South African police force, meanwhile, has around 153 000 sworn in police officers, while the South African army has only 89 000 active personnel – about half as many people as the private security force. According to the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), there are more than 1.87 million registered security officers in South Africa – 490 000 of whom are classified as active. “The introduction of this new Bill would see these numbers almost halve,” says Roelof Botha, SACCI economist. “Signing this Bill into law could cost our economy more than 800 000 jobs in various sectors, as well as

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about R133-billion of the country’s GDP. “The US will also more than likely exclude South Africa from the Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) because of the security Bill.”

forces behind the growth of the private security sector in the country as citizens actively seek ways to safeguard themselves, their families, and their homes.

Political implications

Reasons for growth

Former shadow minister of police, Dianne Kohler Barnard said in 2015 that the Bill aims to regulate the industry by addressing the lack of adequate resources; proper accountability for firearms in possession of its members; security services rendered outside the Republic by South African security companies; and criminality within the private security industry. She also expressed grave concerns about the clause that restricted foreign ownership of security companies to 49 per cent, giving complete power to the police minister to determine the percentage of expropriation and control in respect of different categories of the security business. She called the Bill a self-defeating attack on South Africa’s economy using unproven and unjustified claims against private security companies.

Despite more than two decades of democratic freedom in South Africa, crime levels continue to rise across the board. Most South Africans residing in suburbs live in fear of falling victim to crimes such as housebreaking, burglary, rape, assault and murder. Confidence in the SAPS continues to diminish as response times and bureaucratic shortcomings continue to plague the public sector. This has resulted in a higher uptake in private security that many feel offer better coverage, protection, and response to crimes. During June, News 24 reported that former National Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega and suspended former crime intelligence boss Richard Mdluli had received a combined R11.5 million in salaries and benefits while sitting at home. These findings were revealed by Police Minister Fikile Mbalula in response to Parliamentary questions. Since her suspension in October 2015, Phiyega has received a basic salary of more than R2-million, around R560 000 for a cash allowance and almost R300 000 for a head

Scope of the sector Estimated to be worth more than R45-billion per year, the spending within the industry eclipses that of the South African Police Service (R30-billion per year). According to statistician, General Pali Lehohla, more than 50 per cent of all households in South Africa make use of physical protection at home, with 11.4 per cent of households employing private security firms. The reasons for the security sector’s unprecedented growth have direct links to an under-resourced state security plan, in addition to a complete lack of public trust in the South African Police Services (SAPS). It’s no secret that South Africa’s crime rate is among the highest in the world. In the latest Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) Global Peace Index, South Africa is ranked 123rd out of 163 countries, which includes active war zones and infamously crimeaffected countries such as Mexico. The constant need for safety and protection that results from the crime epidemic gripping South Africa is just one of the major driving

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of department allowance, according to his reply. She also received an employer’s pension contribution of more than R330 000, bringing her total remuneration and benefits to almost R3.2m. Mdluli has cost taxpayers around R8.3million since his suspension in May 2011. According to Mbalula, he was paid a basic salary of almost R5-million, a nonpensionable cash allowance of almost R1.4million, an employee pension contribution of almost R800 000 and a car allowance of morethan R700 000. He also received a salary bonus of R413 957. Democratic Alliance MP and police spokesperson Zak Mbele says it’s absolutely imperative that South Africa has fit and proper leadership in the police so that these millions, that could have been spent on our severely under-resourced police, is not wasted on failed SAPS leadership.

Keeping the industry compliant Although the growth of the industry has led to job creation and a boost to the economy, industry compliance remains an issue within the private security sector according to the Security Association of South Africa (SASA). One of SASA’s key goals is to ensure compliance with industry regulations across the board. Non-compliance is an issue for several reasons, including negatively impacting the perception of the private security industry, putting consumers at risk, and reducing consumer confidence in these services.

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TECHNOLOGY UPDATE

Technology in retail Technology is revolutionising the way we do things. From eating, to paying for items and transportation, your smart mobile device for starters, has become more valuable than your wallet. Technologies of the imagination will soon become innovations of today – it is only a matter of time. By Vishal Ramphal

e live in a world where there are always “better ways of doing things”. The evolution of technology has made many aspects of dayto-day living obsolete. A simple thing like carrying cash to pay for your groceries evolved to debit and credit cards. This advanced to mobile payment methods like scanning codes from your cellphone which is then billed to your bank account. Now, paying for items has become as simple as just placing goods in a trolley and sensors will automatically figure out what you’ve selected and then bill you accordingly. This revolutionary concept has been spearheaded by online retail giant Amazon. Already, South African retailers and shopping centres have openly embraced this technological boom. Menlyn Park, a super-regional mall in Pretoria is one of many that has welcomed this evolution. Tech advancements such as dedicated charging stations for electric and hybrid vehicles, licence-plate recognition and developing an

analytical parking app for mobile devices that will allow users to locate their vehicles are among the many plans Menlyn Park has in the pipeline. The centre does head counts as opposed to foot counts which also tag an individual with a unique number to prevent “doublecounting”. Menlyn Park has installed “smartmetering” systems which ensures accurate and billings that are on time for tenants. General manager for Menlyn Park, Olive Ndebele, said that the mall’s tenants too are embracing the change. “Most of our tenants offer online shopping platforms for customers and this also motivates the others to follow suit. Energy efficiency is also important, so we have improved our technology with regards to air-conditioning, lifts and escalators. Currently we are in the process of partnering with Google for further technological advancements,” she said. Amanda Dilima, the Retail Leasing Consultant for the V & A Waterfont, Western Cape, said that they too are embracing the technological age.

Shoppers are looking at convenience and cost. Ecommerce gives people up-to-date trends and fashion at their fingertips, allowing them to purchase as they see it” – Sue Morris, Flux Trends 12

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“We have recently embarked on an exciting project that involves voice guided location screens in the centre which are supplemented by the mobile app. “This voice guides the customer to where they wish to go in the mall in real time. The app also provides interesting information to the user about their current location as they navigate to their destination,” she said. Bedford Centre in Bedfordview, Germiston, has launched Johannesburg’s first virtual reality arcade which opened its doors in October 2016. Well-established food and consumer goods retailers Pick n’ Pay and Woolworths, along with clothing retailers The Foschini Group and Mr Price Group, have also jumped on the technological train successfully offering online-shopping platforms for consumers. Dion Chang and Sue Morris from Flux Trends agree that technology is paving the way to a retail future that we haven’t even begun to imagine yet. Seasoned trend analyst, editor and master innovator Dion Chang has been at the forefront of trends and innovations, not only in South Africa, but globally. According to him, 2017 is the year of the drone, among other things. He further added that if retailers and brands don’t find themselves among the ones that have evolved, adapted and elevated themselves into the technological spheres and the booming eCommerce realm, they may find themselves on the back foot.

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Drones “When it comes to technology, drones are definitely as tech as they come. This year, drone technology is going flat-out and will be rolled out more intensively. In Rwanda for example, blood samples are being delivered to hospitals via drone technology. Due to the rough terrain and inaccessibility, the only answer was drone technology. The samples get dropped via parachute to the location. Drone commerce is happening,” he said. Head of the retail laboratory at Flux Trends Sue Morris added that drone technology is literally taking retail to the consumer – no matter the location. “Amazon has just applied for a patent to have charging stations on top of street lights to charge their drones. According to the patent, drones will be making deliveries and land on top of the light poles to charge. “Amazon is known for applying for many patents and some of them work and some of them don’t. The bottom line is that we are very close to this being a reality in South Africa. “Drones are making deliveries already. And we don’t have to look very far, I mean, we have a fantastic drone factory here in Pretoria,” she said.

Ecommerce Dion further added that the eCommerce market is growing at a rapid rate and in terms of technology, retailers need to up their online game in order to remain relevant. “Customers can now interact with your brand without having to leave their homes.

People are more connected than ever. “Nowadays, I can search for items on my smartphone or tablet and once I have researched them, I can simply click and purchase the item without having to drive to a store. “It is simple, quick and convenient and that is the way shoppers are headed. Retailers everywhere need to offer online facilities for their customers,” he said. Ecommerce has evolved into easy access to information. This allows customers to do comparative analysis on products with the option to purchase online or walk into the nearest retailer with the decision to purchase already made while researching the product on ecommerce platforms. 2016 was the year eCommerce saw huge development. The integration of social media allowed eCommerce to push boundaries and make significant moves forward resulting in a $220 billion growth in 2016 for the United States alone. This year will see more eCommerce integration in apps such as Instagram and Snapchat. Instagram, a photo sharing app, will allow users to swipe a photo to order items of interest. Snapchat, the video sharing and messaging app is taking ecommerce in its stride with new advertising strategies becoming more widely available in 2017. According to Sue, eCommerce is going to be one of the biggest disrupters in South Africa. “Shoppers are looking at convenience and cost. Ecommerce gives people up-todate trends and fashion at their fingertips, allowing them to purchase as they see it. “In India for example, eCommerce is taken even further – the poorest of the poor are able to have eCommerce deliveries made directly to their cell phone location. That means you don’t need to have a physical address or structured residential areas to have eCommerce,” she said.

If retailers don’t find themselves among the ones that have evolved, adapted and elevated themselves into the technological spheres and the booming eCommerce realm, they may find themselves on the back foot” – Dion Chang, Flux Trends

Omnichannel Omnichannel, the cross-channel business model that companies use to increase customer experience flourished in 2016. Bridging the gap between physical shopping and online is a huge trend – with Google Local Inventory Ads to show online shoppers product availability in nearby physical stores, it’s clear that retailers are now finding new ways to link both their bricks-and-mortar stores with their ecommerce offerings. Retailers in South Africa have begun to embrace technology. The possibilities that come with technology are endless. Chief executive officer for the South African Council of Shopping Centres (SACSC), Amanda Stops, said that there are a number of South African retailers who have embraced technology in all its forms.

“South African retailers are as resilient as they come. Even through tough economic times, many have soldiered on successfully. “Now, with the advent and constant advances in technology, South African retailers and shopping centres have begun to explore and maximise this technological surge. “It is exciting to see that both retailers and shopping centres have embraced technology. It is not a matter of technology or online stores replacing the physical counterparts, but rather how the two can complement each other in a harmonious way. “The retailers and shopping centres of the future will be those who get the balance just right and who maximise technology and, most importantly, understanding the everchanging needs of the customer,” she said.

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COMPANY NEWS

Omega gets Breyten Primary ready for rugby Omega Risk Solutions, Mpumalanga region, has committed to a long-term Corporate Social Responsibility (CSI) Programme with its client, Glencore, that will make a significant impact on some of the local communities in which it operates.

n Saturday, 13 May 2017, a group of Omega Risk Solutions employees visited the Breyten Primary School, which is located some 20km outside the town of Ermelo in Mpumalanga. Omega presented Breyten Primary’s two seven-a-side rugby teams with post protectors and 10 rugby balls. Omega also promised to return to Breyten within a few days to supply the rugby team’s 25 players with a brand-new rugby jersey and tog bags, which will serve them well for the upcoming rugby season. The Omega team enjoyed an afternoon braai with the members of the Breyten Primary School staff and its rugby coaches, who mentioned to Omega that the last time Breyten Primary’s rugby team received any community support for its rugby team was

in 1996. With that in mind, Omega has committed to supplying additional kit for the teams, including new rugby shorts, and giving the learners the opportunity to travel back to Pretoria with Omega in the future, to watch a rugby match at Loftus Versveld. Daniel Lengosane, vice-chairman, Omega Risk Solutions, says Omega remains fully committed to providing ongoing support and building lasting relationships within the communities that it operates in. “As our former National President, Nelson Mandela, once remarked while addressing attendees at a gathering in Qunu, Eastern Cape – ‘a nation that does not take care of its children, does not deserve a better future’.” Mr Lengosane said Omega Risk Solutions is dedicated to supporting the development

Sensor first to offer a 5-year warranty

hen positioning oneself as a company that sets the standard, it’s key to keep evolving and finding opportunities to improve. One such way in which Sensor Security is doing just that is to ensure their customer experience is as good as it can possibly be. Henry Brown, Sensor sales director, explains more: “Sensor has always taken pride in partnering with the best people and the best products. Therefore, as the leading distributor of Hikvision in Africa, we have taken the unprecedented move to warranty all Hikvision Network IP equipment for five years, with a percentage premium price attached. This first-in-the-marketplace-move is visible proof of the confidence we have in the quality and reliability of Hikvision’s products.”

Henry Brown

of young national talent and is passionately involved with the South African Rugby Union (SARU) Academy. Says Mr Lengosane: “The development of fresh new talent in South African rugby must begin at primary school level.” Omega Risk Solutions is also currently involved in a Joint Social Education Development Programme with Glencore/ Izimbiwa (a joint venture held 49.99 per cent by Glencore International AG and 50.01 per cent by Shanduka Resources Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Phembani). This Social Education Development Programme is aimed at upskilling members of the local community with basic IT skills and other educational programmes, to ultimately make it easier for community members to find employment. Omega Risk Solutions is proud to be associated with Glencore, one of the world’s largest diversified and vertically-integrated commodity producers, processors and traders. Glencore is a company that consistently measures its socioeconomic contributions, ensuring that its activities make a significant contribution to the national and local economies in which it operates. Omega Risk Solutions, as a world-class provider of integrated security services to several blue-chip clients, aims to consistently exceed client expectations and make a lasting positive impact on all those communities who are impacted by its operations.

CAMPROSA’S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Pilanesberg National Park North West Province 3rd to 6th September 2017

An exciting conference program is being prepared which will include a panel discussion on the theme: ”Security within the New Norm”. PLEASE NOTE: Bookings close on Friday 28th July as no further bookings can be accepted. For further details see www.camprosa.co.za or email John at jtunstall@iafrica.com

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COMPANY NEWS

A flair for innovation EDUAN FOURIE JOINS SENTINEL TEAM DB Projects the company behind the Sentinel, Guard Track, Gate Keeper and Vanguard guard monitoring systems are proud to announce that Eduan Fourie has joined as national sales manager.

duan is a highly energetic, fiscally conscious and goal driven person who completed his Project Management Diploma in 2009. He is already approaching his new challenges at DB Projects with intrinsic flair for innovation, measured risk taking, and creative problem solving to drive consistent bottom line improvements and shareholder returns. Eduan began his path in the mining industry as a sales representative, holding the position of key account manager at SKF where he gained his experience and earned his promotion to sales manager. He received a Record Sales Award in 2013 for the industrial sales division at SKF. Eduan took another leap forward and joined the Hudaco Group in 2015 assuming the position of national sales manager, where he escalated and achieved an annual sales budget of R200-million. Eduan’s vision is to take Sentinel Guard Monitoring to the next level in the security industry, not only as a supplier, but also as a partner to Sentinel Guard Monitor’s customers. From a ender age Eduan’s motto was about being successful and building excellent relationships in all walks of life. He firmly believes that working diligently on potential clients and gaining a client’s trust is the way forward in today’s rapidly expanding and competitive business world. Eduan, born in 1987 in Johannesburg, resides with his wife and two children in Alberton. He attended school at Willem Cruywagen Primary and Marais Viljoen High. Eduan is in the process of completing his BCom Marketing Management degree at

UNISA. He is an avid nature lover and dedicated family man, and when he is not working, spends quality time outdoors with his family camping, hiking, motorcross and fishing. He has embarked on work-related travels to Dubai, Germany and Italy.

Eduan’s vision is to take Sentinel Guard Monitoring to the next level in the security industry, not only as a supplier but also as a partner to their customers Eduan states that the number one criteria in the security industry is not only about equipment, but primarily about service. Over the years, Sentinel products have been re-designed and improved to stay in line with the ever-changing marketplace. Sentinels products are made from high quality materials, user-friendly and, above all, are continually monitored for faults that may occur, including tampering. The Sentinel Monitoring System is already a well known product in the industry and the company is proud to announce that it is currently rolling out its new state-of-the-art Vanguard GPS Monitor System which will, without a doubt, make a huge change and impact in the industry. The Vanguard Monitor System is GPS operated and works in conjunction with Google maps. The product comes with panic and supervisor screen options. Guards are notified with a vocal indicator as to whether their performance was a good patrol or too quick or too slow and will also alert them if they missed points. The system sends alerts

Eduan Fourie has joined Sentinel Guard Monitoring as national sales manager.

informing the control room that patrolling is not being performed to specification. Originally, alerts were sent only to cellphones, but for larger companies this solution was just not suitable. On line control room software is also available which logs events and records a controller’s response. Full reports indicate the guard’s GPS route along with a start and end time, duration and distance walked. On a normal daily report pictures of the guard’s routes can be viewed which will appear as a green button. The device also alerts guards when they need to go on patrol. The software for the Vanguard Monitor System is owned and copywritten by DB Projects. “We have no doubt the new system will drastically improve the security industry needs in more ways than one. Last, but not least, that all our systems are ‘proudly South African’.”

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COMPANY NEWS

Tourists being targeted in increasingly sophisticated ATM scams ATM scammers are getting more and more sophisticated in their attempt to con unsuspecting tourists, particularly as messaging to educate and warn both residents and visitors alike about ATM fraud is starting to reach its target audiences, according to the Cape Town Central City Improvement District (CCID).

his has emerged via a task force specifically constituted by the Western Cape Government to investigate the province’s increasing prevalence of ATM fraud, and which is using the Cape Town Central City as a pilot site to formulate best practice strategies to roll out across the city, province and beyond to the rest of South Africa. These strategies include how to devise effective educational awareness campaigns in venues frequented by tourists and drafting

tone- and message-accurate information that hotel front desk staff should convey to guests who are checking in. Muneeb Hendricks, CCID Safety and Security Department Manager and a member of the task force, has revealed that one of the latest scams involves convincing tourists they need a special street parking permit for hire cars that can only be obtained from specific ATMS. Explains Mr Hendricks: “We have found that, because fewer visitors appear to be

using ATMs in public areas, the conmen are in turn devising new distraction techniques to draw people back to where they can conduct their scams. “One of the latest scams we’ve come across is the ‘special’ parking permits, or even permits to walk down a street where a film shoot is happening, to lure unsuspecting visitors to the ATMs these conmen know are not being as heavily monitored by security as other cash dispensers in the area.” The most recent “hotspots” in the Central City where ATMs were being hit in particular were at the corner of Long and Hout streets, in Long Street between Waterkant and Strand streets, at the corner of Long and Leeuwen, on Buitengracht between Mechau and Hans Strijdom streets, and in Lower Long Street, according to Mr Hendricks. He also noted that the CCID was on average called to the scene of approximately 10 incidents of ATM fraud in the Central City each week. Says Mr Hendricks: “The CCID’s security department was able to disrupt ATM fraud behaviour very effectively in the Central City during the most recent festive season with a campaign we ran on the ground around ATMs using signage warning the public in no uncertain terms that they could be targeted by scammers at any time.

“We also developed effective, one-page A5 brochures that our public safety officers distributed on the streets, and which we supplied to hotels in the Central City at no charge.” CCID chief executive officer, Tasso Evangelinos, says the campaign proved to be so effective that this material, including notes on the disruption campaign, was now considered by the organisation to be “open source” for the rest of the task force members to use. “This means that the legal and law enforcement entities, tourism and hospitality industries can have access to the material for their own purposes, including customising the brochures and posters we have designed with their own logos and branding.

“Organisations need only contact our office and the materials will be sent in open source files for use by each entity’s own design and communications teams.” The task force was set up earlier this year at the behest of Minister Alan Winde of the Provincial Department of Economic Development and Tourism, and is being led by Andrew Boraine of the Western Cape Economic Development Forum. Along with the CCID, other members include SAPS, the City of Cape Town’s law enforcement division, the Provincial Department of Community Safety, Cape Town Tourism and representatives from the hospitality industry, banking fraud investigators and the National Prosecuting Authority.

Hikvision achieves No.1... again Building on the company’s incredible year-on-year growth, and underlining the global level of support for its range of security surveillance products, Hikvision, a world leading supplier of video surveillance products and solutions, has announced that it has again achieved No. 1 position in a recent IHS Markit report.

his result is based on 2016 data, and with a dominant market share of 21.4 per cent for CCTV and video surveillance equipment worldwide, rising from last year’s 19.5 per cent*. Hot off the press, IHS Markit, a world leader in critical information, analytics, and solutions, also reported that Hikvision technology ranks in the No.1 position for 2016 global market share in the categories of security cameras (24.2 per cent), analogue +HD CCTV security cameras (23.9 per cent), network security cameras (25.6 per cent), and recorders (25.3 per cent). Moreover, the company is continuing its leading position in the EMEA market, with 14.9 per cent market share for CCTV and video surveillance equipment, and achieved an 8.5 per cent market share equating to the No.2 position for the Americas market. Supporting the rapid growth of a company that is now an acknowledged security industry technology leader, Hikvision attributes its IHS Markit ranking success to its continuous R&D investment in new product technologies, and the rapid

response to market trends, and long-lasting partnerships that the company’s been placing in its business core. “Creating value for its customers is our driving goal, and this latest achievement of being ranked number one for global market share in video surveillance is very exciting for the company,” enthused Keen Yao, vice-president at Hikvision International Business Centre. “We look forward to sharing our success with the people who help to make it all possible, our partners and customers. In addition to the video surveillance industry, Hikvision has extended its reach to industrial automation, smart home tech, and automotive electronics industries, to achieve its long-term vision.” Underlining the R&D investment, the company showcased its cutting-edge advances in surveillance technology at the recent IFSEC International exhibition, including brand new products and solutions, as well as an innovative new set of technologies derived from the IT industry’s “Deep Learning” concept.

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Leading light appointed to Sparks & Ellis board Nobuzwe Mbuyisa has been appointed to the board of Sparks & Ellis as a director. The Thebe Investment Corporation executive, who is in charge of the supply chain portfolio will bring her considerable experience to Sparks & Ellis, the country’s oldest uniform manufacturer.

ith more than 10 years’ experience at senior management and executive levels, and previously the chairman at Chevron, Nobuzwe is the ideal candidate to bring a diversity of experience, foresight and energy to the Cape Union Mart subsidiary, of which Thebe Investment Corporation is a 30 per cent shareholder. As a shareholder representative herself, Nobuzwe fully understands and appreciates the need for adding value for shareholders and this, coupled with what she describes as a “soft spot for transformation”, will ensure that she injects new inspiration and vision into the company. She is highly motivated by how businesses can play a major role in creating sustainable value for all. “One should never underestimate the impact businesses can have on the man in the street through

Ms Nobuzwe Mbuyisa, Thebe Investment Corporation Executive

transformative and inclusive value creation,” she says. Besides working a 10-hour day, Nobuzwe is also a wife and a mother to her three children aged 22, 9 and 7 and lives in Johannesburg. She obtained her Honours Bachelor’s degree in Science from the Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science and has completed many management courses, such as Management Advancement Programme, Applied Financial Management at Wits Business School and the Leadership Coaching Programme at UCT Business School. She sees Sparks & Ellis as a company with a strong history, given how it was started and its relationship with Cape Union Mart, their solid foundation, highly skilled and engaged staff and niche products all make for a successful business. Her dream would be to see the rekindling and re-ignition of the clothing and textile industry in South Africa, and seeing how Sparks & Ellis could play a role in creating that future. Managing director of Sparks & Ellis, Sue de Wet, says: “We welcome Nobuzwe aboard and look forward to working with her.”

EDS converts to new Talan DPA-7000 In June, EDS of Centurion, South Africa became the first TSCM organisation in the world to convert its existing Talan DPA-7000 Telephone and Line Analysers to the new Version 3 Talan model.

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ALAN 3.0s built-in VoIP Plus+ function performs on-board tests and analysis when connected to an Ethernet network, and determines if the packet traffic has VoIP characteristics. VoIP Plus+ differentiates data generated by a VoIP phone from other network traffic using a patent pending FFT (Fourier Free Transform) algorithm that translates signal activity form the time domain to the frequency domain. VoIP data has a unique frequency pattern that distinguishes it from other network traffic and is displayed in a frequency chart. “Our professional TSCM survey team has the most advanced equipment available on the African continent providing the right services for the 21st century. “Please feel free to contact us for a discussion about our unique Cyber TSCM survey methodologies. We are unmatched on the African continent in terms of equipment, experience, training and our Cyber TSCM survey methodology. “We also provide a variety of TSCM training courses at our dedicated TSCM training academy in Centurion,” said Jonathan Whitehead.

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Your partner in monitoring solutions When running a logistics company, limitation of your liability is of major importance. While standard trading conditions will reduce your risk, strong workforce management is crucial to ensure that you are not being exposed to unnecessary risk and potential liability.

he Active Track is a dynamic device well-suited to the needs of players in the logistics industry. Customers who implement the Active Track experience improved service delivery, heightened client satisfaction, and an overall reduction of loss and wasted costs. These benefits are showcased by one of our customers evading hijackers earlier this year. A well-established clearing and forwarding company grew tired of intermittent communication between it and its truck drivers. At the suggestion of a shipper, the company’s drivers and managers were trained on the use of Active Track, and devices were issued and implemented the following day. At the end of the first month, the valueadd became clear: the Active Tracks’ GSM capabilities allowed for uninterrupted contact with drivers, as the devices could

not be turned off, the devices would answer automatically after the first few rings, the battery life lasted for up to 72 hours and the devices could be charged in the vehicles if necessary. Thanks to the GPS functionality, the managers could track the movements of each device remotely and in real-time via the Active Track online portal. The portal also enabled managers to receive automated reports on the movement and alarm events of each device, via email and/or SMS. For enhanced monitoring, the company opted for 24-hour off-site monitoring by the Active Track support centre. During a routine collection, a truck carrying a consignment of high-value goods noticed two sedans following it shortly after leaving OR Tambo International Airport. As a precaution, the driver activated the panic function on the Active Track. Within seconds, the call centre called the driver via

the device, and passed on the disturbing conversation to the company’s management. While the company arranged for backup, the call centre continued to monitor the movements of the device. After a few minutes, the device slowed down and came to a standstill. Fortunately, prior to being forced off the road, the driver was travelling in the direction of the company’s warehouse – from where back-up was being sent. The reaction team was in constant communication with the call centre which was leading them to the truck, and arrived at the scene moments after the truck had stopped. A struggle ensued between the reaction team and robbers, resulting in the arrest of the assailants who were subsequently handed over to the SAPS.

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expands its range and prepares for growth internationally The development and growth of micro, small and medium-sized businesses (SMMEs) in South Africa and across the African continent is critical to its future prosperity. SMMEs are not only key drivers of wealth creation and employment, they are also powerful agents of change in supporting innovation and social mobility.

n 2014, the South African government recognised the importance of SMMEs with the creation of a new Ministry of Small Business Development. The Ministry’s work has been to examine the barriers to SMME development, defined by Global Entrepreneurship Monitor as being access to finance; poor infrastructure; low levels of research; lack of skills in the workforce and high levels of crime. Access to finance and credit in particular, stems from conservative lending practices, low levels of collateral against which to secure credit, lack of credit histories among entrepreneurs, and poor business planning. G4S Africa has long worked with SMMEs in South Africa, historically in securing and transporting cash, but more recently, through providing instore cash management systems that

count, secure and reconcile cash before crediting a customer’s bank account via technology that remains on site. The financial cost and personal risks inherent to securing cash in small businesses are often dwarfed by the hidden costs of handling it. Whether it’s time spent counting and reconciling, staff theft or the lost opportunity cost in having cash unavailable as working capital, the efficiencies available to small business to focus on what matters, are considerable. G4S in Africa, part of the world’s leading security company, has announced the launch of Mini-Pay, the latest addition to its market-leading Deposita range of cash-storage and processing devices. G4S Deposita Mini-Pay is the smallest system in the range, offering the unrivalled benefits of larger devices

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at an entry point attractive to smaller service sector businesses that deal with more infrequent cash transactions. G4S Africa regional president Mel Brooks, commenting on the launch of Deposita Mini-Pay, said: “A huge number of small service sector businesses, ranging from dentists or doctors to health spas or car mechanics, deal infrequently with cash transactions. “Mini-Pay is a cost-effective solution for improving working capital and visibility over cash flows which also enhances the security of the customer’s money. Mini-Pay represents the best of Deposita at a size to suit the small business owner.” Mini-Pay is a smart safe system that holds up to 1 200 banknotes, registering each note securely within it, reconciling multiple deposits through proprietary G4S cash management software.

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ABOVE LEFT: The G4S end-to-end cash management solution including cash processing MIDDLE: The G4S end-to-end cash management solution including cash-in-transit ABOVE RIGHT: The range of Deposita automatic banking machines in the manufacturing facility in Midrand, South Africa

The business owner can run the software via a USB on a laptop or PC and view cash reports or print receipts. The G4S Deposita range significantly reduces retailers’ cash processing costs while enhancing security. It incorporates the option of same-day credit into the customer’s bank account without the cash leaving the premises, or automatic credit to the customer’s bank account, once the G4S team collects the cash. As a result of the increased demand for cash automation services across the African continent, G4S Africa recently created a new management position to support the growing demand for its Deposita range of cash management and automation technologies across Africa. Managing director of G4S Cash Solutions South Africa, Christo Terblanche, has been appointed president of Deposita – International from 1 June 2017, and will lead a team to support

The G4S Deposita MiniPay device

the sale of Deposita devices Technologies, a role he held which improve the efficiency for six years. of cash handling for a range Christo commented on his of companies including appointment: “I am looking financial institutions, forward to the opportunity retailers and SMMEs. of expanding our services G4S now has more than internationally. We currently 6 000 Deposita devices operate in 23 markets deployed, servicing globally through our G4S companies through some footpint, each of which Christo Terblanche was recently of South Africa’s largest relies heavily on cash for appointed as retail banks. transactions. President, Deposita G4S has developed “The efficiency of International Deposita as a total cash transactions is an often management solution which unacknowledged, but vital, combines hardware, software and aspect of economic productivity that services to assist financial institutions, we are working hard to help improve retail and wholesale customers through our Deposita technology.” to reduce costs and the risks of G4S is the leading global, integrated managing cash. security company, specialising in the The systems allow users to have provision of security services and real-time visibility of their cash, while solutions to customers. ensuring the integrity of all transactions. Its mission is to create material, G4S Africa’s Mel Brooks said: sustainable value for its customers “Deposita’s international expansion is and shareholders by being the supply a major opportunity for G4S to bring partner of choice in all its markets. innovative cash automation services G4S is quoted on the London Stock through CASH360 to our existing and Exchange and has a secondary stock new international customers. exchange listing in Copenhagen. G4S is “Christo brings a wealth of active in around 100 countries and has knowledge and experience to this new more than 585 000 employees. international role.” Christo Terblanche started his career For more information on G4S, visit in the South African National Defence www.g4s.co.za. Force in 1981 and was appointed as manager for the Free State Rugby Union in 1995. He was employed at Coin Security Group as the managing director, Assets in Transit in 1998, and promoted to managing director, Corporate Services in 2006. In 2008, Christo was appointed as the chief executive office of Smart

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CASE STUDY

Detec Next Fire Detection solution in Norway The towns Risør, Kristiansand, Mandal and Flekkefjord wanted thermal surveillance of their dense collection of historic wooden buildings to prevent fires, and chose the Detec Next Fire Detection solution.

n 2015, a project group was established to secure a single solution to the emergency centre 110 Agder – a joint emergency centre for 29 municipalities on the south coast of Norway. The same year, a tender was organised. The Detec Next Fire Detection solution was evaluated against several other solutions, but won the competition because of: • Short time needed to make adaptations according to local needs • High degree of user-friendliness for operators • Possibility to integrate to existing alarm management systems Outdoor thermal surveillance is considered as an addition to internal fire detection sensors. The town of Kristiansand would have preferred a higher coverage ratio with sprinkler systems, but considered thermal surveillance to be a good complementary solution. Detec Next Fire Detection ensures fundamental outdoor surveillance without being affected by what each building-owner has selected as indoor fire detection systems.

The Delivered Detec Next Fire Detection Solution The solution that has been delivered, is comprised of a central server at 110 Agder emergency centre, network connections to

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Customers: Risør, Kristiansand, Mandal and Flekkefjord connected to 110 Agder in Arendal on the south coast of Norway Dealer/Installer:Bravida Facts on the installation: • 13 radiometric thermal cameras • Eight IR PTZ cameras • Integrated with emergency centre alarm management system

110 Agder, local analysis and recording units in each town, 13 thermal cameras with Detec Next RAD licences, eight controllable pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras and integration to third party alarm systems. A crucial part of the solution is a radiometric thermal camera that can measure temperatures with great precision on each pixel. The Detec Next RAD camera licences exploit these data in their analysis to keep the false alarm rate to a minimum. This is one of the key advantages 110 Agder had for selecting the solution. The thermal cameras give very few false alarms, thanks to fine tuning of settings after installation through camera licence features. 110 Agder have experienced the software to be very stable with an easy user interface. The servers are also running on a Windows operating system which also has a familiar user interface. The delivered PTZ cameras all have 36x optical zoom, full HD resolution, integrated infrared light with a range of more than 200 metres and 360 degrees rotation. One advantage is that the cameras are automatically positioned to a field-of-view matching the thermal image before you start taking manual control of the camera to zoom in on the alarm region and source.

Mounting Detec AS sell all solutions and products through their dealer network. In this project, the local dealer/installer was the certified partner Bravida. Detec can ensure that all partners get necessary training.

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For this project, all towns had great locations for installing the cameras to get the best possible overview of the wooden buildings. Rooftops and natural heights were used to get the highest placements with the most bird’s eye view on critical parts of the towns. A good view and perspective is an important condition for the solution to work well. The configuration of alarm settings is relatively advanced and usually requires some fine tuning to minimise error sources. Especially for locations with great differences in seasons. This can be done by the technical support team from the solution provider Detec AS. For 110 Agder this was done remotely. Detec AS has also performed training of key personnel in the fire department who have arranged internal training afterwards.

A System for the Future 110 Agder has the possibility of adding more cameras and locations if more municipalities want to join the solution. Network lines and technical systems are dimensioned to handle expansions or can be built up if needed. Already, 110 Agder has received interest from the town of Mandal to add new cameras. With the Detec Next Software as the base layer, there are, in principle, no limitations to how big a system can become. You get a free number of interconnected servers. The number of cameras per server depends on hardware specifications. On an emergency centre, you can expand with an unlimited number of clients and monitors.

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RVSS achieves “full operating capability” designation on southern US border CBP deployment features PureActiv Geospatial C2 and Video Analytics

he recent designation by the US Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP) granted “Full Operating Capability” of General Dynamics’ Remote Video Surveillance Systems (RVSS) deployed for protection across the southern border of the United States. An important component of the RVSS system is PureTech Systems’ Geospatial Video Management System for Command and Control and the PureActiv

patented video analytics used for realtime automated long range detection, classification, and tracking in support of CBP’s mission along the US southern border. “Achieving this approval is a great accomplishment and we’re honored to be an instrumental part of the solution that is helping the great men and women of Customs and Border Protection protect our nation’s borders,” commented

RVSS deployed for protection across the southern US border, with PureActiv as its central monitoring and video intelligence platform, receives full operating capability from DHS’ Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

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Larry Bowe, president and CEO of PureTech Systems. “Reaching this milestone was truly a team effort with all those involved.” General Dynamics, was awarded the contract to upgrade the RVSS capability along the southern US border in July of 2013 with field deployments, including the PureActiv system, beginning in 2015. The RVSS system consists of a series of elevated towers and structures equipped with advanced electro-optical and infrared sensors enabled with video intelligence and advanced sensor control developed by PureTech Systems to provide persistent ground surveillance to border patrol agents. In their release, General Dynamics Information Technology’s IT Services and Solutions sector vice president and general manager, Dan Busby, quoted that, “Reaching a full operating capability designation is a testament to both the effectiveness of the RVSS solution and our continued partnership with CBP. The RVSS upgrade will continue to provide CBP and US law enforcement personnel with the advanced technology necessary to secure our nation's borders and increase agent safety through enhanced situational awareness." Also quoted in the release was Ronald D. Vitiello, Chief of CBP's US Border Patrol, who said "The deployment of the Remote Video Surveillance System is important to the safety of our agents and to our mission. Successful partnerships like the one we have with the General Dynamics team, are necessary to efficiently and effectively secure the border." The recent “Full Operating Capability” milestone was the culmination of two years of deployment and field testing at key locations across the southwest, including the Arizona sites of Nogales, Douglas, Naco and Ajo, as well as, the McAllen and Laredo locations in Texas. The RVSS Upgrade program has a potential 10-year performance period, during which the General Dynamics OneSource team, will manage the operation and maintenance at all sites.

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SARB v the Public Protector By Peter Bagshawe

In a world full of acronyms, ABSA and Ciex have sprung into prominence since Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane released her report detailing the investigation of the loans made and assistance given to Bankorp between 1985 and 1995.

BSA Bank acquired Bankorp in 1992. Historically, Bankorp had adopted an aggressive lending and acquisition strategy that meant, when South Africa entered a recessionary phase in 1985, Bankorp could not guarantee deposits. Without going into great detail, the South African Reserve Bank, in its capacity as lender of last resort, arranged finance with Bankorp of R 1.5 billion at a rate of one per cent with the funds going into Government bonds that paid an annual return of 16 per cent. The net difference of 15 per cent was used to reduce the Bankorp debt. In April 1992, ABSA acquired Bankorp and the loan was settled by ABSA in accordance with the arrangements made with the South African Reserve Bank. Ciex is a United Kingdom-based company that specialises in recovery of money and submitted a report to the South African Government in 1999 that detailed opportunities to recover money due to apartheid activities or illegal actions that had taken place prior to 1994. The Ciex report identified ABSA Bank Nedbank, Sanlam, the Rembrandt Group, Aerospatiale, DaimlerChrysler and Armscor as entities that should be investigated and from whom money should be recovered. A decision was made in the Tito Mboweni and Thabo Mbeki era not to proceed with the Ciex recommended operation against the identified companies. However, in 2000, Judge Dennis Davis, who chaired the Davis Committee that investigated the Bankorp bail-out, announced the Committee had found that there was no reason for ABSA to repay money to the South African Government. This was on the basis that ABSA had paid fair value (the amount of the bail-out) for Bankorp and that the main beneficiary was Sanlam, who had not demutualised at that time and, accordingly, the recovery would have to be against Sanlam policy

holders. This would be both impractical and impossible. The Public Protector released the report into her investigation of the Bankorp loans and made a number of findings and recommendations that set the cat among the pigeons in a number of regards, and within widely disparate camps. Prior to looking at these, it is necessary to remind readers that the Constitutional Court has held that recommendations of the Public Protector are binding on the Executive and State President. However, it must also be noted that it has also been held that the Public Protector (arising from the “State of Capture Report” of Thuli Madonsela) cannot instruct the State President to perform a specific act. Busisiwe Mkhwebane ordered the Special Investigative Unit (SIU) to approach the President with a request for instructions to re-open investigations to recover the R1.5 billion loan interest from ABSA. The next step was to impose remedial action by way of instructing Mathole Motshekga, the chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services, that she must initiate a process to amend section 224 of the Constitution. Currently, the prime objective of the South African Reserve Bank (as stated in s 224 of the Constitution) is to protect the value of the currency (Rand) in the interests of balanced and sustained economic growth with a further requirement that the Reserve Bank acts without fear or favour and consults regularly with members of the Cabinet. The remedial action required by Ms Mkhwebane is a substitution of the requirements for action by the Reserve Bank as balanced and sustained economic growth while ensuring the socio-economic protection and wellbeing of citizens with regular consultation with Parliament.

This remedial action amounts to a direct instruction to Minister Motshekga to change the primary objective of a section 9 institution and is simultaneously a requirement on Parliament to fulfil a specific instruction that is made mandatory from the perspective of the wording to be used. The response from the various parties to the report was immediate. ABSA Bank responded by saying there was no basis to require the bank to repay any funds to the fiscus, a position that has been supported by a number of academics and commentators. The most cogent point raised is that debt is prescribed after 15 years and, as the loans were made more than 15 years previously, the likely approach for ABSA would be to approach the courts for an order confirming that there is no cause of action for the SIU to follow. The Public Protector seems to have been aware of this and made reference to a paper from the South African Law Reform Commission which argued that the law on prescription should be changed to include the interests of all segments of society and, in particular, the socially and economically disadvantaged. This was never acted upon and, accordingly, the prescription period remains 15 years. Turning to the instruction to amend section 224 of the Constitution the Public Protector’s remedial action is, in effect, an instruction to Parliament to amend the Constitution. The Constitution itself makes provision for amendment in section 74 and authorises the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces to amend the Constitution by

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way of specific procedures and subject to a two thirds majority in the National Assembly. The Public Protector’s remedial action falls wide of the Constitutional requirements and section 74 in that it is a specific instruction that in effect usurps the powers vested in the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces. Given that the Public Protector is subject to the Constitution and the South African legal system, it is difficult to see how the remedial action will stand up to scrutiny by the courts. The South African Reserve Bank has responded publicly by stating that the Bank intends to take the report and its remedial action on review, apparently on the basis that the actions mandated run counter to the Constitution. The Minister of Finance, Malusi Gigaba, has come out in support of the current role of the South African Reserve

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Bank and commented that changing the constitution would not be unlawful, but the manner in which the Public Protector’s recommendation were made, would be unlawful. Parliament, the Democratic Alliance and the Economic Freedom Fighters have all come out against the report with the same basic principles running through their responses, and Parliament has advised that it intends to take the report on review. On a concerning note, the chief economist of the Efficient Group has characterised the report as a political attack on South Africa’s monetary system and, given that the Rand “has lost 99 per cent of its value since 1979”, the prognosis if the Reserve Bank loses its independence and mandate to guard the currency of the country is dire. The above information is intended to position the report made by Ms Mkhwebane

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Conferences, events & exhibitions of interest to the security industry LOCAL EVENTS: 2017 September 3-6: CAMPROSA CONFERENCE Venue: Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge, Pilanesberg National Park, North West | www.camprosa.co.za

LOCAL EVENTS: 2018 May 22-24: SECUREX SOUTH AFRICA 2018 Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, Johannesburg | Tel: Leigh Miller, marketing manager 011 835 1565

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS: 2017 June 20-22: IFSEC | Venue: ExCel Centre, London, United Kingdom | www.ifsec.co.uk June 27-29: International Fire Industry Exhibition | Venue: Poly World Trade Centre, Guangzhou, China | www.cfe.cn.com July 26-28: ASIAL 2017 Exhibition & Conference | Venue: ICC Sydney Darling Harbour, Australia | www.asial.com.au September 5-7: Safety in Action Melbourne | Venue: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Informa Australia | Email: info@informa.com.au | www.informa. com.au

September 7-9: Fire India – Exhibition & Conference on Fire Protection | Venue: Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre, India | www.fire-india.com September 11-13: Kazakhstan Security Systems | Venue: Korme Exhibition Centre, Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan | Jack Yasakov | Email: yasakov25@gmail.com

September 26-28: Safety & Security Amsterdam (SSA) | Venue: Amsterdam, Netherlands www.safetysecurityamsterdam.nl September 27-28: SecurityUser Expo | Venue: Bella Centre, Copenhagen, Denmark | www.securityuserexpo.com

September 12-15: DSEI 2017. World’s leading defence and security exhibition | Venue: ExCeL, London | www.DSEI.co.uk

September 27-29: Securika Siberia | Venue: Novosibirsk Expo Centre, Russia | www.securika-siberia.ru

September 14-17: ISAF Istanbul – Security, fire, Emergency & Search-Rescue Fair Venue: Istanbul Expo Centre, Istanbul | www. isaffuari.com

October 3-6: iSEC – Security, Smart Building concept, IT Security | Venue: Belgrade, Serbia | www.isec-expo.rs

September 19-21: Man & Security | Venue: Minsk, Belarus | www.expoforum.by

October 6-8: MLA Expo | Venue: Telford, United Kingdom | www.locksmiths.co.uk/ mla-expo/

September 22-24: Sobra – International Fair of Defence, Security, Protection and Rescue | Venue: Pomurski Sejem d.d. Gornja Radgona, Slovenia Email: robifiser@pomurski-sejem.si www.pomurski-sejem.si September 26-27: FinnSec | Venue: Helsinki Exhibition & Convention Centre, Finland | www.finnsec.fi

October 18-19: Cyber Security Chicago | Venue: McCormick Place, Chicago, United States | www.cybersecurity-chicago.com November 10-12: Caips - International Protection, Security and Fire Safety Exhibition | Venue: Uzexpocentre, Tashkent, Uzbekistan | www.caips.uz

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