Your guards are the front line. But the relationship between security operations and field resources is often underdeveloped — and it shows. This guide covers how to build strong, collaborative relationships with guarding partners, the right questions to ask third-party providers, and how to use data to drive field performance. Because a strong GSOC is only as effective as the people it’s connected to.
The State of Physical Security Operations in 2026
2026 Benchmark: 81% of teams miss their own SLAs. See where you stand.