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Client Portal Is Now Available On Every Paid Plan
TacDesk's Client Portal — the live window your customers get into their own site coverage, reports and evidence — is now included on every paid plan, from TacStarter.
100% Uptime: The Reliability Security Operations Depend On
TacDesk recently recorded a period of 100% uptime. Here's why reliability matters for security operations — and how we hold ourselves to it, in public.
SIA Licence Expiry: How to Manage Renewals Across a Security Workforce
A single expired SIA licence on a live deployment is a criminal offence. Here is how to track and manage licence renewals across your entire security workforce — without relying on spreadsheets.
How to Win Security Contracts: A Practical Guide to Security Tender Writing
Most security tenders are lost before the pricing page. Here is what procurement decision-makers actually look for — and how to write a submission that gets noticed.
Event Security Management: Planning, Staffing, and Compliance in the UK
Event security is one of the most operationally demanding specialisms in UK security. This guide covers the planning, staffing, compliance, and operational management requirements for event security work.
Working Time Regulations for Security Guards: What UK Security Employers Need to Know
The Working Time Regulations 1998 set strict limits on hours, rest breaks, and night work for security guards. Here’s what UK security employers must know to stay compliant in 2026.
The True Cost of Employing a Security Guard in the UK (2026 Guide)
Hourly rate is just the start. Discover the real cost of employing a security guard in the UK in 2026, including NI, holiday pay, SIA licences, vetting, and management overhead — and how to reduce it.
Patrol Management Software for UK Security Companies: What to Look For in 2026
Manual patrol logs leave gaps. Discover what patrol management software actually does, what features matter for UK security companies, and how it helps you prove performance to clients.
Why UK Security Companies Are Moving Away From Legacy Workforce Software
Generic workforce management platforms were built for general use and retrofitted to security. The result is a product that charges enterprise prices for features that don’t fit the industry. Here’s why UK security companies are switching to purpose-built alternatives.
The Hidden Costs of Manual Guard Scheduling — and How to Eliminate Them
If you’re managing a team of security guards on spreadsheets and WhatsApp, you’re likely paying a steep price for it. Here’s what manual scheduling really costs — and how modern guard management software changes the equation.
How to Reduce Security Guard Turnover: Practical Strategies for UK Security Firms
High staff turnover is one of the biggest operational challenges facing UK security companies. This guide covers the root causes and practical steps to reduce churn and retain your best guards.
GPS Clock-In for Security Guards: Benefits, Compliance, and Best Practice
GPS clock-in gives security companies verified, timestamped proof of when guards arrive and leave each site. Here’s what to consider when choosing and implementing a system.
BS 7858 Vetting: A Complete Guide for UK Security Companies
BS 7858 is the British Standard for screening individuals in security environments. This guide explains what it covers, who it applies to, and how to stay compliant.
What Is the SIA Approved Contractor Scheme, and Why Does It Matter for Your Security Business?
The SIA Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) is the quality standard that separates professional security operators from the rest. This guide explains what it involves, how to achieve it, and how to maintain it at scale.
SIA Licence Compliance in 2026: A Complete Guide for UK Security Companies
What UK security companies need to know about SIA licence compliance in 2026: licensable roles, renewals, register checks, and keeping track of licences as you grow.
Guard No-Shows: The Hidden Cost UK Security Companies Can’t Afford to Ignore
Guard no-shows cost UK security companies far more than a missing shift. This guide breaks down the real financial and reputational impact — and the operational changes that prevent them.
Simple, Transparent Pricing: Why TacDesk Publishes What It Charges
TacDesk has launched fully transparent, fixed pricing — published on the website, locked for the life of your subscription, with no setup fees and no contracts. Here is how we compare to TrackTik, Timegate, Trackforce and the rest.
TUPE and Security Contracts: What UK Security Companies Must Know
TUPE applies to most UK security contract transfers. This guide explains what outgoing and incoming contractors must do — from Employee Liability Information to inherited terms — and how to manage the handover operationally.
Key Holding and Alarm Response: Running a Compliant Operation in the UK
Key holding and alarm response is high-value but high-risk. This guide covers SIA licensing, insurance, BS 8584, key storage protocols, documentation requirements, and lone worker safety for UK security companies.
IR35 and Security Workers: What UK Security Companies Need to Know
The IR35 off-payroll working rules affect UK security companies using contractors, agency workers, or self-employed guards. This guide covers Status Determination Statements, key employment status tests, and how to manage your exposure.
Security Patrol Reports: What to Include and Why They Matter
A thorough patrol report protects your security company in client disputes, insurance claims, and ACS audits. This guide explains what every patrol report should include, and why digital patrol reporting gives you an operational edge.
Security Guard No-Shows: How to Reduce Roster Gaps in Your Security Operation
Guard no-shows are one of the costliest and most disruptive challenges in UK security operations. This guide examines the causes, the true cost, and the practical steps security companies can take to reduce their frequency and impact.
Managing Security Guard Training Records: Your Compliance Obligations
Training records are a critical compliance requirement for UK security companies — from SIA first aid certificates to conflict management and site-specific training. Here’s how to manage them without letting anything expire unnoticed.
How to Check an SIA Licence on the Public Register (Step by Step)
Step-by-step guide to checking a guard’s SIA licence on the public register, what each result means, and how to keep checks current across a large workforce.