We’ve all heard the phrase ‘people are our greatest asset’, and at RUK we truly live by that ethos. It’s why we pay so much attention to the way we find and recruit high-calibre people at every level.

As a receptionist, you’re the face of a business – the first port of call for customers and clients. You’re the gatekeeper of a brand, and the gateway to a building. And dealing with people – whether that’s in person, on the phone, or online – is a core part of that role. But beyond

Strong company values are the foundation of any successful business. Regardless of the industry we work in, company values act as a set of standards that guide the way we operate – from the way we work alongside employees, to the way we communicate with our customers.

Lone workers make up a large proportion of the UK workforce, so it’s important for us to understand how lone working affects wellbeing and health. Here, we look at some of the challenges faced by lone workers – particularly reception staff – and the steps we take to protect ourselves and our staff. Am I

The start of a new year is always a great time to look forward at what’s to come. And at GUK we remain abreast of emerging trends in the security industry by staying fully informed – from attending industry events to connect with our peers, to reading widely on the subject.

Near misses are the almost-accidents that could – on another day, or in another moment in time – become real accidents. So it’s absolutely vital that we report and rectify them when they happen.

For any business, employee engagement is key to getting the most from your staff and ensuring they stay motivated at work. Far more than being just about happiness, employee engagement is a gauge of the level of connection each of your employees has to your company. It shows how committed they are to working towards your organisation’s shared goals.