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FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Security At A Glance
Industry Key Risks Recent Event Response Measures
Escientia fire (2024), Alkem cyber AI-based cybersecurity, fire detection,
Pharmaceutical Cyberattacks, fire hazards
threats EHS protocols
Maruti Suzuki Manesar violence Biometric access, CCTV, workforce
Automobile Labour unrest, theft
(2012) analytics
NTPC security intensification Drone surveillance, multi-level
Energy Infrastructure sabotage, cyber
(ongoing) access, intel tie-ups

targeting critical grid infrastructure. technologies such as biometric hazardous zones and speed up
Regular security drills and training systems and AI surveillance into response times. On the cyber
maintain high preparedness levels daily operations, FM helps maintain front, behavioural analytics, threat
across facilities. seamless security operations. intelligence platforms, and Zero
Additionally, FM oversees Trust network architecture protect
Facility Management compliance documentation and critical data and infrastructure from
Facility Management (FM) plays audits, ensuring that facilities evolving threats.
a pivotal role in maintaining and meet regulatory requirements and The landscape of industrial
industry standards.
coordinating industrial security security is rapidly evolving.
systems. FM teams ensure that Technology Trends Protecting pharmaceutical
surveillance cameras, access formulas, automotive assembly
controls, fire safety equipment, Advances in technology are lines, or energy grids demands the
and alarms are fully functional and shaping the future of industrial integration of physical safeguards,
compliant with safety regulations. security. AI-powered video digital intelligence, and human
They organize emergency surveillance detects suspicious vigilance. Security is no longer
preparedness through drills and behaviour in real time, enabling a set of protocols but a dynamic
training, acting as a bridge between swift intervention. Facial mindset — one that must adapt
security vendors, workforce, and recognition and multi-factor
management. biometric systems enhance access faster than the threats it faces.
Technology and proactive facility
FM also manages the vetting controls, while drones with thermal management form the frontline
and monitoring of third-party imaging autonomously monitor defence in this ongoing effort to
contractors, ensuring they adhere to expansive perimeters. secure the core of industry.
security protocols when accessing Robotics and remote sensors
sensitive areas. By integrating new reduce human exposure in Compiled from various sources

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