Audits, Checks & Inspections

Why Martyn’s Law Sits Within a Wider Duty of Care Those working in higher education understand, perhaps better than most, how complex it is to keep a campus community safe. Universities are not buildings, they are living, breathing environments where thousands of people study, work, live and socialise, often around the clock. The responsibility that […]

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 […]

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, […]

Introduction Most organisations already have some form of incident logging. But logging isn’t the same as managing. And most systems weren’t built for the complexity security and facilities teams face today. The incident management system features your platform includes — or lacks — will determine whether your teams respond with precision or scramble to catch […]

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 out of the 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, […]

Martyn’s Law, having received Royal Assent and been passed as law, is expected to be enforced in the next 24 months. This marks a milestone in public safety, offering a vital framework to counter the dangerous realities of terrorism.  As momentum grows around Martyn’s Law and its implications, I believe it’s essential that our industry […]

In Commercial Real Estate (CRE), compliance is the quiet engine that ensures buildings run safely, efficiently, and within the law. It spans everything from safety checks to formal assessments – and every role in the building has a part to play. Because compliance isn’t one person’s job – it’s everyone’s. Compliance is more than a […]

In an era marked by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, London stands uniquely poised to reaffirm its status as a neutral global financial hub. As highlighted in City A.M., the city’s enduring strengths – its adherence to the rule of law, political stability, and a world-class financial sector – position it as a safe harbour […]

In the dynamic and unpredictable landscape of risk management, organisations face a pivotal choice: should they be reactive, addressing crises as they arise, or preventative, working to mitigate risks before they manifest? The key is not choosing between reactive and preventative approaches but leveraging the strengths of both to build a robust and resilient strategy. […]