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Retail Security Systems

Protect stock, staff and the store with SECOM’s security systems.

From AI facial recognition to intelligent monitoring solutions, we provide a wide range of tailored systems so you can focus on growing your business.

  • Rapid installations and minimal business interruptions.
  • We provide retail networked & cloud CCTV systems, tailored to your store and its layout.
  • Use our REACT platform to manage CCTV evidence, share data with police forces, and streamline case management through SECOM Air case management.
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You're in good company with SECOM

Your all-in-one retail security solution

We offer a range of security products and services as a part of your retail security system. Whether it’s target-hardening using physical barriers in front of your shop, retail CCTV security systems or an intruder alarm, we can tailor our security solutions specifically for your business.

The latest data from the British Retail Consortium reveals that incidents of violence and abuse have surged to over 2,000 per day, a sharp rise that shows no sign of slowing. Despite this escalation, reporting remains a critical challenge; retailers reported only 32% of these incidents to the authorities last year.

As retail environments face increasing criminal activity, anti theft systems for retail stores are becoming essential. With cost-of-living pressures and reduced police deterrence, businesses are turning to integrated security solutions. Our retail CCTV with AI analytics and cloud-based platforms, combined with intelligent virtual guarding, ensures you can protect staff, stock, and customers effectively.

Start protecting your shop, staff and stock today so you can get back to growing your business.

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What you get with SECOM’s
Retail Security System

Smart Guarding

SECOM’s intelligent virtual guarding provides retail security systems that actively monitor your store in real time. Remote intervention via two-way audio allows staff to prevent incidents without direct confrontation, reducing risk to employees and customers. Fast alerts ensure rapid response to theft, abuse, or other threats, making your store safer while keeping operations uninterrupted.

CCTV with video analytics

Our AI-powered retail CCTV solutions go beyond standard surveillance and are able to provide vital management information by incorporating the latest retail analytics, such as detecting suspicious behaviour, monitor foot traffic, generate heat maps, provide queue alerts, enable people counting and so much more. This functionality not only protects staff and stock but also supports smarter operational decisions, helping you optimise staffing, layout, and loss prevention strategies.

Fire safety

Tailored fire detection and suppression systems, emergency lighting, and PAVA integration protect your staff, customers, and premises. Our fire solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly into your retail security systems, ensuring continuous safety, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity even in high-risk environments.

Cloud CCTV with facial recognition

SECOM’s cloud-connected CCTV with facial recognition is an essential tool in anti-theft systems for retail stores. Footage is securely stored, easily accessible, and can be shared instantly with police or management via the REACT platform. This system ensures full accountability, rapid evidence gathering, and advanced monitoring of repeat offenders, supporting robust, compliant store security.

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Protect your retail business in four simple steps

Step 1

Speak to one of our expert Retail Consultants to discuss your needs and we'll arrange a free site survey.

Step 2

We’ll visit your retail business to discuss your security requirements and provide you with a detailed quote.

Step 3

We’ll send a SECOM engineer to install your retail security system and show you how it all works.

Step 4

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with SECOM security and one year’s service.

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Your personalised retail security system solution

SECOM supplies the complete security apparatus for your retail business, whether you have one location or a national chain. Our intelligent retail CCTV systems feature cloud offerings via the REACT platform for quick scalability and secure evidence transfer. Our complete anti-theft systems for retail stores integrate seamlessly: from AI-powered video analytics, facial recognition, and Virtual Guarding to intruder alarms and access control.

Integrating these measures provides robust protection against theft, abuse, and vandalism, creating a safe environment where staff can focus on success. Explore our range of intelligent security options today.

Explore our range of security options.

Networked & Cloud CCTV

Monitor your store with SECOM’s Networked & cloud-connected retail CCTV solutions. Real-time video, facial recognition, and secure cloud storage keep your staff, customers, and stock safe while providing insights into foot traffic, queue times, and operational efficiency.
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Access Control

Secure your premises with smart access control, part of our retail security systems. Track staff and visitor movements, receive alerts for unauthorised entries, and manage permissions, door codes, and smart locks from one central platform.
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Physical

Protect your business and people with comprehensive fire safety solutions integrated into your retail security systems. From detection and suppression to emergency lighting and PAVA systems, SECOM ensures continuous safety and compliance.
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Why choose SECOM?

  • We’re a National Security Inspectorate (NSI) Gold member, trusted by the industry.
  • We operate our own Alarm Receiving Center (ARC).
  • We work closely with police and insurance professionals to refine our services.
  • We are part of a global network operating in 13 countries and territories, providing expert security services.
  • We can integrate your fire, monitored CCTV and access control solutions into one app.
  • Our security offering is tailored with business optimisation in mind as well as security.

FAQs

How can AI-powered retail CCTV improve staff and customer safety while protecting assets?

AI-powered retail CCTV detects suspicious behaviour, monitors foot traffic, counts people, and provides queue alerts. By identifying potential theft or abuse before incidents escalate, your store can proactively respond, protecting staff, customers, and inventory. Integrated analytics also support operational efficiency, layout optimisation, and compliance with internal safety standards.

What makes SECOM’s smart guarding a valuable part of retail security systems?

SECOM’s smart guarding provides remote monitoring and two-way audio intervention. Staff can be alerted or remotely assisted in real time to prevent theft, abuse, or vandalism. This approach complements retail security systems, enhancing employee safety, reducing losses, and ensuring rapid police response when needed.

How does cloud CCTV with facial recognition support anti-theft systems for retail stores?

Cloud CCTV with facial recognition securely stores footage, enabling instant evidence sharing with police or management. Repeat offenders can be tracked efficiently, and the system integrates with anti-theft systems for retail stores to maintain accountability, support investigations, and deter criminal activity.

Can SECOM integrate fire safety and physical security into my retail security systems?

Yes. SECOM integrates fire detection, suppression, and emergency systems alongside physical security measures such as barriers, grilles, and anti-ram solutions. Together with retail CCTV and smart guarding, this ensures a comprehensive, fully compliant, and operationally efficient retail security system.

Are SECOM’s retail security systems suitable for single stores and national chains?

Absolutely. Our retail security systems are scalable and customisable. Whether for a single high street store or multiple locations nationwide, SECOM provides integrated CCTV, access control, smart guarding, fire safety, and physical security to protect staff, stock, and profits.

How else can you help me to protect my retail business?

We also offer our protection in the fields of fire life & safety, fire suppression, fire detection, fire stopping, CCTV, access control systems, physical security and much more. Please mention to our experts if you’re looking to integrate multiple SECOM safety measures into your business.

    Talk to SECOM about how we can help your business stay safe