Safeguards Consulting, Inc.

06/05/2026

Our team at Safeguards Consulting would like to shine a spotlight on a recent LinkedIn post by our trusted Cyber Security Advisor and friend, Mike Holcomb, in celebration of our team recently expanding cybersecurity services!

In Holcomb’s recent LinkedIn post, he breaks down three commonly used, but often misunderstood, cybersecurity terms: Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Drawing on years of experience in OT cybersecurity, he explains how OT encompasses the systems used to monitor and control physical processes, how ICS serves as a specialized subset of OT within industrial environments, and how SCADA systems enable the remote monitoring and control of critical infrastructure. He then goes on to highlight the vital role these technologies play in sectors such as energy, manufacturing, transportation, and water treatment, while emphasizing the unique cybersecurity challenges associated with protecting systems that directly impact public safety and essential services.

To view his post, visit:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7467630685995061249?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADiedEYB9jZNjkBxqfTI_NydSbcRTjirOMs

If our team can also be of service in providing the following services, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team of trusted advisors:
+ OT/ICS Cybersecurity Maturity Assessments
+ OT/ICS Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
+ Custom Training
+ OT Pe*******on Testing
+ Incident Response Planning
+ OT/ICS Tabletop Exercises

To contact our team or to learn more about us, visit:
https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/05/2026

Security vulnerabilities rarely emerge from a single major failure; instead, they develop gradually over time.

Outdated access permissions, aging infrastructure, deferred maintenance, and overlooked security gaps can accumulate, creating risks that are often difficult to detect until an incident occurs.

Our operations team recently published a new blog exploring how facilities become vulnerable over time, the warning signs to watch for, and the proactive steps organizations can take to strengthen their security posture.

To read the full article and to learn how to evaluate if your facility measures up, visit: https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/knowledge/2026/5/19/how-facilities-become-vulnerable-over-time

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If we can assist you in evaluating your security vulnerabilities, contact us at: https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/contact-us

Security issues in facilities rarely emerge all at once. In most cases, they develop gradually as systems age, operations evolve, and small gaps go unnoticed or unaddressed. What begins as minor inconsistencies in access, maintenance, or procedures can compound over time, eventually creating signifi

06/05/2026

At Safeguards Consulting, Inc., we understand the importance of giving back to the community. Our industry partner, the Security Industry Association, has designed an annual event, the Security Industry Community Service Day ( ).

This is an opportunity for security companies across the industry to come together and serve towards a common goal.

Some activities that are recommended include:

Donation of food or clothing

Community cleanup efforts

Supporting a food kitchen

Helping to serve seniors or adult care

Financially supporting a local nonprofit

Our team is especially grateful for the work that SIA is doing to empower others to serve their community in this way.

As an organization, we support a variety of impactful charities, including but not limited to:

Canines 4 Christ, Compassion International, Convoy of Hope, Crossover Global, Deaf Child Hope International, Food for the Hungry, Haven of Rest Ministries, Hope Worldwide, International Medical Corps, Julie Valentine Center, Loaves & Fishes, Matthew 25: Ministries, Operation Blessing, Samaritan's Purse, Set Free Alliance, Shalom House Ministries, Soles4Souls, Southeastern Children's Home, Switch, Voice of the Martyrs (VOM), World Vision, and more.

We look forward to seeing how you and your teams give back to the community; together, we can make a big impact!

To learn more about SIA’s Community Service Day and how you can participate, visit:

https://www.securityindustry.org/upcoming-events/security-industry-community-service-day/

To view our firm’s list of supported charities, visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/givingback

To learn more about our firm or services, visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/04/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is honored to share that our friends at Duke Energy invested over $250,000 towards veteran support in 2026!

Their new program, the America250 initiative by Duke Energy Foundation, awards grants to local nonprofits across the Duke Energy service area, as well as providing funding for the United Service Organizations (USO).

Among these benefits include nonprofit support for:

+ Job placement assistance and career counseling services for veterans

+ Improved digital literacy programs and connections to workforce pathways

+ On-the-job training and workforce readiness programs

Within a broader scope, these grants are a small part of over $1M that Duke Energy plans to donate through its America250 initiative.

Our team is proud to see companies such as this lead the way in nonprofit and community support efforts; great work, Duke Energy!

To learn more about Duke Energy’s support of veterans, visit:

https://news.duke-energy.com/releases/duke-energy-foundation-invests-over-250-000-to-support-veterans-career-pathways-across-6-states

To learn more about nonprofits or charities we support, visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/04/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is honored to highlight our friends at ABB as they advance energy independence and boost productivity to modernize their plant located in Florence, South Carolina.

We are excited to see what the future holds with ABB and their new embarkment.

To learn more about the project, visit:

https://new.abb.com/news/detail/134772/abb-modernizes-florence-sc-plant-to-advance-energy-independence-and-boost-productivity

To learn more about our services, visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/03/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is proud to sponsor our industry partner and friend, ASIS International's Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference!

Recognized as one of the premier events for security professionals worldwide, GSX brings together thousands of leaders, practitioners, and innovators from across the security industry to share knowledge, explore emerging technologies, and discuss the challenges shaping the future of security.

At Safeguards Consulting, we are committed to supporting organizations and events that advance the security profession through education, collaboration, and innovation. We look forward to connecting with fellow security professionals and supporting ASIS International as they continue their mission of empowering security leaders around the globe.

To read more about the conference, visit:
https://www.gsx.org/

To learn more about the firm, click:
https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/03/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is pleased to announce the publication of a new blog post highlighting our participation in the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) 2026 Conference, held May 11–13, 2026, at Gila River Resorts & Casinos in Chandler, Arizona.

We are also proud to recognize our President and Principal Consultant, Mark Schreiber, for his contributions to both the conference and the profession. In addition to serving on the IAPSC Board of Directors, Schreiber presented a new educational session, "Artificial Intelligence 101 for Security Professionals," which explored the fundamentals of AI and its growing impact on the physical security industry.

To read our new blog about Schreiber’s session, visit:
https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/knowledge/2026/6/3/safeguards-consulting-shares-groundbreaking-ai-insights-for-security-professionals-at-the-iapsc-conference

To explore our services, click:
https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/services

To learn more about IAPSC, visit:
https://iapsc.org/

06/02/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc., would like to congratulate our friends at Duke University and Duke Health for being named by Forbes as “Best Employers for New Grads’ in 2026!
To read more, click:
https://today.duke.edu/2026/05/forbes-names-duke-among-best-employers-new-grads-2026
To learn more about our firm and services, visit:
www.safeguardsconsulting.com

06/02/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is eager to cheer alongside our friends at AARP as they honor law enforcement leaders with the inaugural Guardian Award for having maintained protection of elder Americans from Fraud.

The winners of the 2026 Inaugural Guardian Award are:

+ Matthew Hogan, Detective, Connecticut State Police

+ Sergeant Nathan VanCleave, Evansville, Indiana Police Department

To learn more about the award, click:

https://www.aarp.org/press/releases/2026-05-05-AARP-Honors-Law-Enforcement-Leaders-with-Inaugural-Guardian-Award/

To learn more about our services visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

06/02/2026

Safeguards Consulting, Inc. is excited to highlight our friends at Materials Transportation Company on their 80th anniversary this year! Founded in 1946, Material Transport Company (MTC) has grown from a small startup manufacturing food processing equipment to include advanced battery handling and is now a fully employee-owned company.

MTC has developed partnerships with several notable companies over the years, including Tyson, GM, and P&G. This represents their commitment to excellent customer service and the highest quality of their craft in the industry.

To learn more about MTC and the work they are doing, visit:

https://www.gomtc.com/

To learn more about our firm, or services, visit:

https://www.safeguardsconsulting.com/

At MTC, we’ve been manufacturing industrial solutions for businesses worldwide for more than 75 years. Our initial focus on food processing equipment later expanded to include forklift battery handling equipment to serve the growing needs of customers. Today, MTC delivers comprehensive solutions w...