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Swann Communications: Providing Security

Solutions for the Cannabis Industry Jeremy Stewart

BY DANIEL CASCIATO (III) Recorded images must clearly and accurately display the time and date.
(IV) Retain video surveillance recordings for at least 45 days or longer upon the
As a company in the cannabis industry in Florida, would your operation be able to request of a law enforcement agency.
withstand the loss of any cannabis and cash in the event of a break in or robbery? “With so many regulations in the marijuana industry in Florida, keeping up to date on
Most likely not. the security regulations and staying in compliance can be quite the challenge,” says
Whether you operate a medicinal marijuana dispensary or grow operation, security is Jeremy Stewart, VP of Global Marketing for Swann Communications.
paramount. In fact, most cannabis regulations in states where its use is legal require that Since the industry is mainly a cash business appealing to thieves, Stewart notes that
growers, storage facilities, and dispensaries have advanced video security systems on both growers and sellers have to safeguard their product and at the same time protect
their premises. Florida’s state regulations regarding medical marijuana is written as fol- their profits from theft.
lows: “Security concerns are common in the cannabis industry as more states begin to legal-
To ensure the safety and security of premises where the cultivation, processing, storing, ize either recreational or medical marijuana,” adds Jeremy Stewart. “It’s a product that is
or dispensing of marijuana occurs, and to maintain adequate controls against the diver- moving away from the black market so naturally there is some cause for concern.”
sion, theft, and loss of marijuana or marijuana delivery devices, a medical marijuana From its more than 30 years of experience providing security solutions for homes and
treatment center shall: businesses, Swann Communications has the tools and strategies to help with your
• Maintain a fully operational security alarm system that secures all entry points and cannabis security needs, according to Stewart.
perimeter windows and is equipped with motion detectors; pressure switches; and “We recognized that there was demand for sophisticated security needs in this mar-
duress, panic, and hold-up alarms; and ket,” he says. “We have the expertise that those in the cannabis industry need and we
• Maintain a video surveillance system that records continuously 24 hours a day and offer a variety of affordable and compliant security solutions.”
meets the following criteria: The security company, founded by David Swann in his family home in Melbourne,
(I) Cameras are fixed in a place that allows for the clear identification of persons and Australia, has a presence in over 40 countries on 6 continents with offices in the United
activities in controlled areas of the premises. Controlled areas include grow rooms, pro- States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom and China. Swann pioneered the category of
cessing rooms, storage rooms, disposal rooms or areas, and point-of-sale rooms. Do-it-Yourself security. In its years of operation the company has helped hundreds of
(II) Cameras are fixed in entrances and exits to the premises, which shall record from thousands of homes, businesses and communities feel safer.
both indoor and outdoor, or ingress and egress, vantage points. Swann offers a variety of security solutions to help protect, and stay connected to, your
property. Most of its security systems have 4 to 16 channel options, suitable for large
properties and businesses, and provide remote viewing, enabling you to view security
footage remotely either from a computer, your smartphone or tablet. Nearly all of its
security cameras have night vision, are IP66 or IP67 weather rated so it’s suitable for the
outdoors.
One of the most exciting developments Swann has introduced to security this year is
a positive for the cannabis industry. Most Swann systems launched this year will feature
True Detect™ heat and motion sensing technology, meaning they can detect people and
cars, avoiding false triggers from wind, leaves and rain. Once triggered, today’s cameras
can send you a push notification on your Smartphone and commence recording. It saves
you unnecessary worry and lets you know what’s happening almost instantly, meaning
you can record more of the incidents and activity you care about.
No matter your needs, Stewart notes that Swann will design and develop a security sys-
tem that not only protects your inventory but also ensures compliance with Florida state
law.
“As with all of the security solutions that we offer to our customers, early detection and
prevention of potential loss is our primary objective,” he says. “If you have the proper
security system and protocols in place, it will help prevent losses and keep your product
safe and protected giving you peace of mind.”
For more information, visit www.swann.com.

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