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In this article: Martyn’s Law will introduce a new baseline for protective security and public safety across the UK. For Security and Operations leaders responsible for publicly accessible environments, the challenge isn’t awareness – it’s delivery at scale, with consistent standards, clear accountability, and defensible evidence. This isn’t a document exercise. It’s an operational maturity […]

Executive summary Martyn’s Law introduces a new baseline for public protection across the UK, placing clear and ongoing obligations on organisations responsible for publicly accessible spaces. For the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector, this represents a structural change in how security risk, preparedness and governance must be managed and evidenced. Zinc provides a proven, operational […]

London, UK — Zinc Systems is proud to announce a successful night of recognition across two leading industry events, securing two award wins and a Highly Commended accolade at the FM & Property Awards and the Security & Fire Excellence Awards. At the FM & Property Awards, Zinc Systems was named Best Property Software Provider, […]

Why modern organisations are transforming how they handle mail, parcels and, on-site logistics Managing incoming and outgoing mail might sound like a simple operational process — but for most organisations, it remains one of the last paper-heavy, manual workflows still slowing teams down. As hybrid work models expand, parcel volumes rise, and security expectations tighten, […]

Sharing the magic of connected systems. This Christmas, we’re celebrating the teams who keep people, places and assets protected, today and every day. Wishing you a safe, resilient and joy-filled festive period! 🎄✨ Team Zinc!

This article at a glance Learn what to look for in a modern Incident Management System, from real-time reporting and automated workflows to standardised procedures, compliance, and future-proofing under Martyn’s Law. Discover how the right system helps teams build safer, more resilient operations. Introduction In a world of increasing complexity and risk, the ability to […]

This article at a glance: Martyn’s Law, officially the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, introduces new legal duties for UK venues and businesses to assess and mitigate terrorism risks. Over the next two years, operators of publicly accessible sites must prepare to meet proportionate security and preparedness standards, from training and procedures to written […]

A cross-border investigation demonstrates how collaboration delivers results for the retail sector. Overview When an organised group of prolific offenders began systematically targeting B&Q stores across the Midlands and South of England, the B&Q Crime Centre faced a complex, multi-jurisdictional challenge. Over five years, the team managed more than 60 linked incidents involving high-value thefts […]

At the end of 2024, Parliament’s Justice and Home Affairs Committee wrote an open letter to Dame Diana Johnson MP, Minister of State for Policing, Fire and Crime Prevention after its inquiry into shop theft revealed seventeen million annual incidents with few leading to an arrest, and all at a cost to the retail sector […]

Resilience in the built environment is no longer a nice-to-have – it’s a necessity. From high-rise commercial towers to smart campuses, today’s buildings are complex, interconnected systems that must operate seamlessly to support safety, security, and business continuity. Yet even the most advanced environments are vulnerable to disruption. A sudden power failure, a fire system […]

We sat down with Jonathan Moore, Director of Operations at Unitrust to talk to him about the roll our of Zinc Connect model across 30+ of his locations. In this interview, Jon shares first-hand insights into the rising demand for higher standards in security management, the challenges facing providers, and how Zinc’s latest product, ‘Connect’, […]

The article at a glance: Patrol Management systems use technology to improve the efficiency, safety, and accountability of security guard patrols. By combining GPS tracking, digital reporting, automation, and data analytics, they provide real-time visibility for managers, ensure compliance with patrol schedules, and enhance incident response. This article explores the best practices for implementing and […]