13 Apr 2026 Our Thinking Americas United States of America Crisis Readiness, Response and Recovery The Workplace Violence Prevention Gap in Executive Security Insider threat and workplace violence are executive security risks that require an integrated approach to executive protection and prevention. By broadening scope to address internal alongside external threats, organizations can build genuine resilience through a systemic, enterprise‑wide security strategy.
Our Thinking Security Risk Management Operational and Protective Services Event Security The organisers of an international and high-profile annual sporting event were concerned about their ability to react effectively to disruptive incidents that might occur during a concert taking place following the competition...
01 Jul 2019 Our Thinking Security Risk Management Sport and Major Events Risk Management Security Design and Engineering services to Summer Olympiad Any Olympic event is a target for a wide range of threat actors. Control Risks was contracted by the London 2012 Delivery Partner to provide venue and infrastructure security design assurance for the Olympic Park to ensure the safety of the visitors.
08 Apr 2026 Our Thinking Americas United States of America Crisis Readiness, Response and Recovery Why Executive Protection Can’t Stop at Physical Security Executive protection must go beyond physical security. This article explores how digital exposure, reputational risk and psychological strain now shape modern protective strategies, and why organizations need an integrated, intelligence‑led approach.
11 Jul 2024 Our Thinking Americas United States of America Compliance Services The Outbound Investment Security Program: what’s your diligence plan? Your business needs a focused diligence plan for the Outbound Investment Security Program.
31 Oct 2024 Our Thinking Asia Pacific United States of America Political and Country Risk Implications for Asia of the US elections What are the implications for Asia under a Harris or a Trump presidency?
18 Apr 2024 Our Thinking Middle East and North Africa Seerist Geopolitical & strategic risk advisory How the Gulf uses aid as political leverage The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states have emerged as significant financial backers in the MENA-AfPak region.They use financial aid strategically to stabilise economies and governments and to mitigate regional economic turmoil, positioning themselves as crucial guarantors of stability.
11 Sep 2024 Our Thinking Brazil Mexico Latin America Political and Country Risk In Mexico and Brazil, anti-corruption efforts seem to have faded Policies to fight graft are a low priority in both Brazil and Mexico and the region as a whole.
04 Jul 2025 Our Thinking Kenya protests set for 7 July cloud President Ruto’s ambitions Civil society groups in Kenya have called for nationwide anti-government protests on 7 July. Businesses should expect operational disruption.
18 Jul 2018 Our Thinking Global Crisis Response Kidnap, Extortion and Threat Response Kidnapping for crypto-ransom: the latest fashion or here to stay? Kidnappers are increasingly venturing into the cryptocurrency world. Given the increasing accessibility and use of cryptocurrencies, and their appeal to criminals, how should businesses prepare for a crypto-ransom demand?