Our guide to a commercial security audit in Auckland explains what an audit covers, how it differs from an IT or cybersecurity audit, and the role of a licensed security system consultant.
What we check
- Coverage: doors, gates, entries and areas that are not protected, and cameras that no longer see what they should
- Condition and support: equipment at end of life, unsupported software and failing batteries or power supplies
- Configuration: access levels, former staff still with access, alarm areas, schedules and recording retention
- Integration and fire release: whether doors, alarms and cameras work together as intended
- Privacy and records: CCTV signage, retention and access to footage, measured against the Privacy Act, and whether documentation exists
What you get
A plain-English report with findings, risks and a prioritised list of recommendations: what to fix now, what to plan for, and what can stay as it is. If you choose to go ahead, the report feeds straight into system design and a staged upgrade plan.
Who it suits
Audits are useful when you take over a building or portfolio, before a major upgrade, after an incident, or as a regular check for property portfolios, schools and healthcare sites.
Do we have to use Com4 for the upgrade work?
No. The audit report is yours. Many clients do ask us to carry out the work, but the recommendations are written so any competent installer can price them.