Five Trends Shaping the Close Protection Industry in 2023
There are a few trends that are currently shaping the Close Protection industry. Here’s a select few:
- More focus on preventative measures: Rather than just reacting to threats, close protection professionals are increasingly focused on preventative measures, such as risk assessments and threat analysis, to help prevent incidents from occurring in the first place.
- Greater use of technology: Close protection professionals are using a variety of technology to improve their effectiveness, including drones, biometric scanners, and wearable devices.
- Increased use of female close protection officers: There is a growing trend towards the use of female close protection officers, particularly in cases where the client is a woman or a child.
- Increased demand for close protection in emerging markets: As more businesses and individuals seek to expand into emerging markets, there is a growing demand for close protection professionals who are skilled in operating in these challenging environments.
- Increased demand for digital security: With the proliferation of cyber threats, there is an increasing demand for close protection professionals who are skilled in digital security and can protect clients from online threats.
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