Transport Security, Inc. - ENFORCER

📊 Cost Analysis Tip: The Long-Term Value of Quality Locks Recently calculated the cost-per-use of a $210 lock used in trucking: Usage: 3 loads/week Lifespan: 7 years Total uses: 1,092 Result: Only $0.19 per use! Key takeaway: When evaluating security costs, consider the full lifespan. Initial investments can be misleading - durability often leads to significant long-term savings. #enforcerlocks #abloy #lossprevention

Exciting News! We are thrilled to be a part of the Travelers Innovation Network for Transportation Management. Learn more about the news below.  

Stay safe, stay free, and keep your vehicles locked up! Happy 4th of July!

CargoNet’s analysis warns that the peak risk days for cargo theft over the 4th of July holiday are today and tomorrow. July 1st and 2nd consistently show the highest rates of theft, likely due to loaded conveyances left unattended before the holiday. Lock it up! #enforcerlocks #abloy #lossprevention

Effective communication between shippers and carriers is not just beneficial—it's essential. Here's why: Enhancing Cargo Security: Open lines of communication allow shippers to convey their security requirements and expectations to carriers. By understanding each other's needs, both parties can collaborate to implement robust security measures, safeguarding shipments against theft and loss. Improving Efficiency: Clear communication streamlines the transportation process, reducing delays and ensuring timely delivery of goods. From scheduling pickups to providing real-time updates on shipment status, effective communication fosters operational efficiency and enhances overall logistics performance. Mitigating Risks: Transparent communication enables shippers and carriers to identify and address potential risks proactively. Whether it's navigating unforeseen challenges or adapting to changing market conditions, collaboration between stakeholders helps mitigate risks and ensure continuity in supply chain operations. Building Trust and Relationships: Strong relationships are built on trust and communication. By fostering open dialogue and transparency, shippers and carriers can cultivate trust-based partnerships that endure over time. This trust forms the foundation for successful collaboration and long-term business growth.

These days it is crucial to have rock-solid security for your fleet operations. The elevated threat of cargo theft is the new normal.    We reached out to DeSpir Logistics, LLC, a company that takes security seriously, to get their insights. Ron Devitt shared some great practical tips for any fleet looking to level up their security game. #enforcerlocks #physicalsecurity #abloy

Where's the Meat?!? Cost of a Trailer Door Lock: Approximately $230 Cost of Grandma's Prize Meatloaf Recipe: Priceless There's no use crying over spilled milk when the whole dang cow goes missing! You think installing that heavy-duty trailer lock was overkill, but little did you know it could save Granny's secret meatloaf blend from being swiped by bandits with a taste for the finer things. $20,000 worth of premium ground beef...gone in a puff of hickory smoke. A $230 investment could have prevented the theft. Talk about a beefy ROI of 8,596%! You're practically printing money just by keeping the meat sweats crew away from your precious cargo. #enforcerlocks #cargosecurity #lossprevention

If you answered “no" to any of the risk assessment questions below, please reach out to Nick Erdmann or Jon Heinen and they can make security recommendations for your fleet. Lock it up! #enforcerlocks #abloy #physicalsecurity #cargosecurity

Thank you, Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) for hosting another insightful Annual Safety & Security Meeting. The event brought together industry leaders, offering a wealth of knowledge on critical issues facing our sector. A standout session was Keith Lewis' talk on "Guarding Cargo: Best Practices in Theft Prevention." His presentation couldn't have been timelier. With cargo theft at record highs, his insights are invaluable. Lewis outlined tactics that form a robust, layered defense—exactly what we need against today's sophisticated thieves. From high-security locks to covert GPS tracking, Lewis covered a range of smart strategies. He emphasized that no single solution suffices; it's the combination that counts. This layered approach turns each security measure into a tough hurdle for criminals. #enforcerlocks #abloy #TCASafety24 #cargosecurity

The alarming rise in cargo theft was highlighted at this year's Agriculture Transportation Coalition conference. Organized criminal enterprises are getting more sophisticated and brazen. According to reports from the Port of Los Angeles, thieves are ripping seals off containers, breaching trailers, and leaving behind spoiled, wasted cargo in their pursuit of more lucrative electronics and liquor loads. This represents a huge safety risk to consumers, not to mention massive financial losses for shippers and carriers. At Transport Security, we've been sounding the alarm about the need for enhanced physical security. The numbers in this article speak for themselves: Cargo thefts rose 9% nationwide in 2023 California saw 48% of all incidents Cargo theft volumes projected to surge another 35% by year-end 2024 It's time to get serious about securing cargo with robust physical deterrence measures. #enforcerlocks #abloy #physcialsecurity #lossprevention