...expanding our relationships with customers and brokers. We look forward to leveraging the strengths and expertise of both organizations to deliver an expanded range of products and an even higher level of service." About Travelers The Travelers Companies, Inc. TRV +0.11% is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto, home and business. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Travelers has approximately 30,000 employees and generated revenues of approximately $26 billion in 2012. For more information, visit www.travelers.com. Forward-Looking Statements The statements in this press release regarding the anticipated benefits from the transaction are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Some of the factors that could cause actual results to differ include, but are not limited to: risks relating to pursuing new markets and opportunities, particularly in international markets; the risk that the acquisition and the integration of the acquired business may result in operating difficulties and other unintended consequences; and the risk that Travelers may not realize the anticipated benefits...
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...3rd Quarter, FY 2013 Certain information contained in this document constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For these purposes, forward-looking statements are statements that address activities, events, conditions or developments that the Company expects or anticipates may occur in the future. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events, results or performance to differ materially from those indicated by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, domestic and international economic conditions, including exchange rates, the effects of competition and regulation, uncertainties in the financial markets, consumer and small business spending patterns and debt levels, conditions affecting the acquisition, development, ownership or use of real estate, actions of vendors, rising costs associated with employees (including health care and workers’ compensation costs), rising costs associated with the acquisition of merchandise (including the direct and indirect effects of the rising cost of petroleum-based products and fuel and energy costs), geopolitical conditions and other risks identified from time to time in the Company’s public statements and reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The statements and information in the presentation are current only as of its date, and we do not undertake to subsequently...
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...History of Security CCJS345/6380 25 January 2015 In the beginning of the United States, security over ones business, crops and homestead was generally their responsibility. As the founding fathers and other settlers made their way to the new world and found new lives, they also found new dangers. It was the head of the households responsibility to protect the way of life. As the new world matured and became the United States in 1776, soon after police departments formed up in the major cities on the east coast and eventually making its way out west. It was not until 1865, when the oldest private security origination was stood up known as United States Secret Service. It was not until 1901 the Secret Service became what we know it to be today. As a part of the Treasury Department, they only protected the President on a part-time basis. (Harlow, 2011) Today private security agencies seem to be everywhere, from big sporting events to movie actors and even helping fight the war on terrorism. To understand the private security world, it is important to understand when it started. The American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) was established in 1955 which took private security to another level. “Today the organization is the American Society for Industrial Security International, reflecting the global emphasis on security operations. For most practitioners, 1955 signifies the beginning of the modern age of security. Before 1955 there were no professional...
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...public panic over crime, the private security industry is one of the fastest growing businesses in the U.S., spending more money and employing more guards than public police forces around the country. In 1990 alone, $52 billion was spent on private security, compared to $30 billion on police. More than 10,000 private security companies employ some 1.5 million guards, nearly triple the 554,000 state and local police officers and the industry which generates billions in profits is growing rapidly. One congressional advocate of increased regulation says national labor statistics indicate that more jobs will be created in the private security field than any other categories over the next decade. Industry executives estimate that the number of private guards will surge to 2 million by the year 2000 It could be said that private security has been around since the beginning of time. The king’s personal guard would be a great example. For today’s purposes we will be looking at companies such as Wackenhut and Blackwater. These companies are responsible for a large range of private policing. Blackwater is most notable for its protection of high level CEOs and their work within the combat theater of Iraq and Afghanistan. Wackenhut is more responsible for places like court houses and construction sites. Business should and have the right to hire their private security to ensure that their property is not damaged or stolen. The problem comes in when these private companies are given more...
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...History of Security: The Historical Development University of Maryland University College Eric Lorenzo Hall Jr. Professor Maurice Hicks Criminal Justice 345 3/16/14 Since the beginning of our existence, humans have sought safety and security through our natural instincts to survive. The moment our ancestors figured out there was a there was always going to be good versus evil it became a need for private security. The security industry of today is simply a modern version of security set to protect each other from harm. Since its humble origins in Ancient Egypt on through to the recent events of our post 9/11 world mankind continues to need the industries of private security. Private security industry in the United States can be traced back to the mid nineteenth century, when knights protected lords and ladies. Over the years the role of private security has changed, from its simplest form of protecting people, property, and information to a more complex form. Now there are more individuals and businesses that provide services to clientele to protect their persons, their private property, or their interests from various hazards. Early in its existence training for private security was non-existent, over the years training has evolved and with that evolution came strict standards and guidelines. Several factors have led to this growth in the private security industry. One factor is a growth in the population, which will lead to more people to control. Another...
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...s4rsa - Sierra Leone Private Security Companies http://s4rsa.wikispaces.com/Sierra+Leone+Private+Security+... Welcome. Learn more about what Wikispaces has to offer. guest | Edit 0 0 Sierra Leone Private Security Companies 10 … Private Security Companies Likely To Increase Activities In Sierra Leone Over Next Three To Five Years Executive Summary Wiki Home Extractive mineral and diamond mining, and timber industries especially are almost certain to Recent rely on the expertise of private security companies to defend physical assets and personnel Changes working in areas of the country currently lacking traditional police forces. Pages and Files Due to of an improving business environment, persistent ineffective governance, and insufficient funding for public security forces, private security companies are likely to increase their current role in the Sierra Leone security sector over the next three to five years. Members Private security companies (PSCs) and private military companies (PMCs) have a long history Manage and corporate principals. It is likely PSCs and PMCs will continue to play a key role in security Wiki in Sierra Leone stretching back to the country's founding as protectors of industrial operations Discussion sector reform in the country. The modern history of private security forces in Sierra Leone, particularly PMCs, began in 1995 when the government hired the British company Gurkah Search Wiki Security Guards (GSG) to fight the...
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...History of Shanghai Stock Exchange China Securities history can be traced back to the late Ming and early Qing Dynasty, in some high-income high-risk business areas, the mode of "investment funds, joint ventures" was operated, and the contract signed between the participants, to become China's first stock prototype. Before the Opium War between Britain and China, west countries international traders not only brought the opium to China, but also brought the advanced finance model and knowledge to china. The first foreign security was issued by a foreign enterprise in 1840s. In 1872, the first Chinese stock was issued by China's first joint-stock companies and the Chinese people. Securities promote the development of securities transactions and capital market. The beginning the Securities and Exchange were only foreigners, and later the Chinese businessmen started to use the securities transactions. China's first stock trading securities companies was established in 1869. One of Shanghai stock company was established in September 1882 and developed the relevant articles of association, the Securities and Exchange haphazard development has become more standardized. In 1891, the Shanghai Share brokers Association was established, which was regarded as the primitive form of stock bourses in china. In 1920 the Shanghai Securities & Commodities Exchange was established, and a year later the Shanghai Chinese Merchant Exchange began. They were combined in 1929, and were then named...
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...into anyone who they felt agreed with the current state of politics. In short, though, their endeavor was ultimately unsuccessful, “the fact that they are remembered hundreds of years later, demonstrates the deep psychological impact they caused” (terrorism-research, 2013, n.p). Though terrorism is often associated with physical acts of violence, the ever increasing globalization of the world, and the increasing dependency on technology has given way to a new tactic that can be destructive to property, finances, and media. Cyber-terrorism is a new occurrence but is highly effective, and until recently the United States had no formal “cyber-protection” in the private sector. The beginning of the cyber-defense initiative is debatable. However, there is one event in recent history that often been described as the beginning of cyber warfare. The US/Chinese Spy Plane incident was not an event that garnered much media attention. However, this singular event maintains its’ position of, historical ground marker. The event occurred on April 1, 2001.The event itself...
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...Private Contractor versus Government-Operated System on Aviation Security Travis Park Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ASCI 202: Intro to Aeronautical science I. Summary: Throughout the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, the government developed its security system by introducing inspection devices, canine teams, and etc. However, on September 11, 2001, the most terrible tragedy has changed the United States. It was the most shocking moment in the history, and it changed the whole security system in aviation industry. The Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2011 (ATSA) was passed, and the federal government created Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and gave direct responsibility of aviation and airport security to TSA. Although the government has done its best for aviation security, the government-owned system has its pros and cons. This research paper would discuss the pros and cons of security system between private contractor and government-owned system. II. Problem: The United States called for more effective security system on the aviation industry, which ensures the safety and protect the country. However, the government agencies do not always succeed its efficiency and created many loss compare to private sector. The ATSA required TSA to run a two-year long pilot program, culminating the Screening Partnership Program (SPP), which allowed airports have private contractors for its security personnel and maintain issue that operate under the TSA requirements...
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...Historical Laws and Security The Code of Hammurabi was established 1750 B.C by King Hammurabi of Babylon and was discovered in 1901. This code symbolized the expression “an eye for an eye”; it contains 282 clauses concerning commerce, slavery, marriage, theft, and debts. The punishments that come along with breaking the clauses are said to be barbaric. The principles presented in the Code of Hammurabi follow the form of lex talionis---the law of retaliation. Draco’s Law was named after and established 621 B.C by a Greek citizen as the code of law for Athens. This law was the first written law of Greece; punishment for many offenses was death. Draco’s Laws are important because they introduce the notion that the state, not private citizens, is responsible for punishing individuals accused of committing crime. The Law of the Twelve Tables was originally a set of 10 laws with two others added later. These laws were established 450 B.C. by ten Roman men to govern the Roman people which are considered to form the foundation of modern public and private law. They helped organize how crimes would be prosecuted publicly and developed a system in which those who were injured could seek compensation from their aggressors; these laws were also designed to protect the lower class citizens from the legal abuses of the higher class. A basic principle of Roman law was that the law must be written and determining justice could not be left to judges alone. This seems to be...
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...Facebook - The Beginning of a New Era Name: Institution: Date: Facebook - The Beginning of a New Era Facebook represents the beginning of a new era. Developed by Mark Zuckerberg in 2004, Facebook has risen through the years to become the world’s most popular social networking site, ahead of Twitter. The site has created a global communication platform, connecting people from every corner of the world. Facebook has woven the world into a global village. The social site has bridged the distance between people worldwide, allowing them to keep up with global issues like news, trends, relations and relationships. The global village created by Facebook serves as a global meeting place. With its popularity and large database of users, the free application has made life easier for its users. People can take advantage of the meetings to make their announcements such as emergencies or celebrations with assurance that they will reach a lot of people within a short time. This is a reliable marketing platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, celebrities and politicians. Facebook also offers mini-blogging features, saving the cost of dedicating a whole website to share ideas and products. The users create or join groups and pages where they meet people who share similar interests. Despite its success in connecting people globally, Facebook, like any other site, has been facing user privacy and security concerns. However, with regard to privacy, this should not be a big challenge...
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...WORKPLACE AS IT RELATES TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE I INTRODUCTION: • Crime and violence • Workplace violence a major concern • The three entities involved II STATISTICS • The Bureau of Justice Statistics • Statistics from 1992 to 1996 • National Crime Victimization Survey and The Bureau of Labor Statistic III WORKPLACE VIOLENCE A LAW ENFORCEMENT ISSUE • Responsibility of Law Enforcement • The impact and ramification • The direction of Law Enforcement IV WORKPLACE VIOLENCE A CORRECTIONAL ISSUE • Correctional facilities a breathing ground for violence • Domestic violence to workplace violence • Introduction of a new program V WORKPLACE VIOLENCE A PRIVATE SECURITY ISSUE • The direction of Professional security • The scope of Professional security • The challenge of Professional security INTRODUCTION Initially, when we consider crime and violence the average American may envision or think of the inner city streets, area populated by “lower class status”, and poor neighborhoods. They may even think of sub cultural conflict, or conflict overseas. Then when asked what causes violence, the average American may consider poverty, racial disparity, ineffective families, substance abuse, and the list goes on. In most cases the average American maybe right, in their estimate of crime and violence. However, we tend to avoid or exclude the issue of crime and violence in the workplace. Workplace violence has become an issue that should be well thought-out,...
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...also known as shared-key, single-key, secret-key, and private-key or one-key encryption. In this type of message encryption, both sender and receiver share the same key which is used to both encrypt and decrypt messages. Sender and receiver only have to specify the shared key in the beginning and then they can begin to encrypt and decrypt messages between them using that key. Examples include AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) and TripleDES (Data Encryption Standard). Advantages - Simple: This type of encryption is easy to carry out. All users have to do is specify and share the secret key and then begin to encrypt and decrypt messages. - Encrypt and decrypt your own files: If you use encryption for messages or files which you alone intend to access, there is no need to create different keys. Single-key encryption is best for this. - Fast: Symmetric key encryption is much faster than asymmetric key encryption. - Uses less computer resources: Single-key encryption does not require a lot of computer resources when compared to public key encryption. Disadvantages - Need for secure channel for secret key exchange: Sharing the secret key in the beginning is a problem in symmetric key encryption. It has to be exchanged in a way that ensures it remains secret. - Too many keys: A new shared key has to be generated for communication with every different party. This creates a problem with managing and ensuring the security of all these keys. - Origin and authenticity of message...
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...Biography of Allan Pinkerton CJS250 Allan Pinkerton and the Birth of Private Security. Allan Pinkerton was born in Glasgow, Scotland in August 1819. While he never meant to become involved in security or law enforcement, this career came about merely by happenstance. Mr. Pinkerton was a cooper-smith by trade, meaning he constructed barrels for breweries. Mr. Pinkerton ventured to a spot on an island to obtain the materials to construct these barrels and came across what he thought to be the encampment of some individuals being sought for crimes being committed on the mainland. When he alerted the sheriff to this camp, he teamed up with law enforcement to stake out the camp and fell into the position of detective. In 1849, Mr. Pinkerton became one of the first detectives appointed in Chicago, Illinois. In 1850, Mr. Pinkerton founded his own security and detective agency based on his principles of abiding by the laws of the land. Pinkerton had a partner at the beginning of this era by the name of Edward Rucker, who was an attorney in Chicago. The agency they started together was named the North-Western Police Agency and was later known as the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. This agency is still in existence as Pinkerton Consulting and Investigations, a subsidiary of Securitas AB. Some of the major events that involved the Pinkerton’s were the train robberies that became prevalent due to the expansion of rail lines and the ease...
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...Since 9-11 security has become a major factor in our daily lives, it has captured the attention of local, state & federal agencies. This incident has forced industries to examine their security efforts also. This is where Private Security firms come into play. The private security industry is a crucial component of today’s security and safety in the United States and abroad. Private Security is responsible not only for protecting many of the nations industries and vital infrastructure systems, but also for protecting critical property and sensitive corporate information. U.S. and foreign companies also rely heavily on private security firms for a wide range of functions, including protecting employees and property, conducting investigations, performing pre-employment screening, providing information technology security, and many other functions. The purpose of this research is to examine the private security industry requirements, trends, training and certification. Why is this an important area of research? This research will help define the role of private security, especially when considering the increasing range or responsibilities played by private security. In summary this research will demonstrate the relevance of private security, regulation and training. INTRODUCTION The private security industry is considers one of the fastest growing industries in the nation, with an expected growth rate of 17 percent by 2016, according to the Department of Labor...
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