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Many sites pay for full-time guarding across every period when a hybrid model — combining patrols, CCTV monitoring and targeted response — could deliver equal or better protection at a lower cost. This review helps you test whether a blended approach is worth exploring for your site, based on specific questions about your operating pattern, risk profile and existing infrastructure. ## Who should use this? Facilities Managers Operations Directors Finance Directors Procurement Teams Anyone reviewing guarding costs ## Before you begin This review compares security models indicatively. It helps inform planning discussions but should not replace a formal site survey and service design process. [Guarding Estimator](/tools/guarding-estimator)Hybrid Security Review Second-stage review # Hybrid Security Review Start with a traditional guarding benchmark, then review whether a more proportionate SPS model may be suitable. This can include options such as remote CCTV monitoring and response support where CCTV exists or could be installed, out-of-hours visibility matters, and full guarding may not be proportionate across every period. Answer a few short questions so we can produce an indicative SPS Security Model Review for on-screen planning. Step 1 of 7 14% complete ## Town / postcode area A simple location reference helps SPS understand regional fit and follow-up needs. ← BackContinue ## Understanding your results After completing the review, you receive: A comparison of guarding-only versus hybrid models for your site Indicative cost implications of switching Risk and coverage notes for each model A personalised review report you can share **Limitations:** This is an indicative comparison. A professional site review is required before making contractual changes. ## Common mistakes to avoid ### Assuming hybrid means lower quality A well-designed hybrid model with CCTV, patrols and response can outperform static guarding on coverage and visibility. ### Not checking existing CCTV capability Hybrid models work best where monitored CCTV exists or can be installed. Without it, patrols and guarding carry more of the burden. ## What happens next? 1 Review the comparison report and share with stakeholders. 2 Use the Guarding Estimator to benchmark the guarding-only cost. 3 Contact SPS Security to discuss the hybrid option for your site. Frequently Asked Questions ## Hybrid Security Review — FAQs What is a hybrid security model? A hybrid model combines guarding with patrols, CCTV monitoring and response — providing coverage across different risk periods without the cost of full-time officers everywhere. Is the review free? Yes. No login, no obligation. Will I receive a report? Yes. A personalised comparison report is generated at the end of the review. Related Services ## Services commonly recommended Based on your results, one or more of these services may strengthen your security arrangements. 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