On guard: Public concerns about terrorism have boosted demand for security services

The Investigation and Security Services industry is expected to moderately grow over the five years through 2018-19. With an increase in reported crime rates over the past five years, cautious businesses and households have continued to invest in security services and crime-prevention measures. Demand for security and investigative services is also rising due to heightened global fear of terrorism, growing internet usage and increasing instances of cybercrime. Technology now plays a key role in crime prevention, including closed-circuit television (CCTV), online security and protection from fraud or identity theft.Private investigators investigate fraud and work towards fraud prevention, often undertaking background work for solicitors in areas such as WorkCover claims...read more.

Industry Statistics & Market Size
Revenue
$8bn
Annual Growth 14-19
2.7%
Forecast Growth 19-24
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Profit
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Employment
42,982
Businesses
6,018
Market Share of Companies

Industry Threats & Opportunities

  • Fears of terrorism have contributed to greater demand for security and investigative services
  • Continued security and terrorism concerns have largely offset increased pricing competition
  • More public places are likely to have electronic surveillance over the next five years

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    Entry barriers to the industry are low as many service segments do not require high skills or formal qualifications, and there is only a small capital outlay required to commence operations. The industry has a low concentration level, indicating economies of scale are not significant within the industry. While there are some large companies, they do not dominate the industry or prevent new entrants.To enter the industry, some establishments commence operations by seeking out small after-hours security contracts as a form of part-time employment. It is very difficult for smaller firms to expand across geographic regions, with only the industry's largest firms operating interstate. Thi...purchase to read more.

    Additional Insights for the Investigation and Security Services Industry

    IBISWorld has determined the most important Key Success Factors for the Investigation and Security Services are:

  • Membership of an industry organisation
  • Use of production techniques that add value to base product(s)
  • Access to the latest available and most efficient technology and techniques

    • IBISWorld analysts also discuss how external factors such as Level of criminal activity and Number of businesses in the Investigation and Security Services industry impact industry performance..

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    What is the Investigation and Security Services Industry?

    Companies in the industry provide security, protection or private enquiry services, other than those provided by police forces and government security agencies. Services include guards and patrols, monitored security systems, locksmiths, casual and permanent security staff and crowd controllers, ATM and cash-collection services, and some aspects of secure document and computer data storage.

    Industry Products
  • Mobile guards and patrol services
  • Crowd control services
  • Security system monitoring services
  • Private investigation services
  • Cash-in-transit and armoured guard services
  • Secure document handling and storage services
  • Other security services
  • Locksmith services
    • Industry Activities
  • Armoured car services (cash transfers)
  • Bodyguard services
  • Burglary protection services
  • Detective work or private investigative services
  • Locksmith services
  • Nightwatchman services
  • Security and protection services (except police)
  • Security guard services
  • Security service monitoring
  • Security alarm monitoring
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    About this Industry

    Industry Definition
    Main Activities
    Similar Industries
    Additional Resources

    Industry at a Glance

    Industry Statistics Snapshot
    Industry Structure
    Executive Summary

    Industry Performance

    Executive Summary
    Key External Drivers
  • Level of criminal activity
  • Number of businesses
  • Demand from general insurance
  • Population
  • Demand from event promotion and management services

    • Current Performance
  • Crime prevention
  • Solid industry growth
  • Higher crime rate
  • Profitability and employment
  • Chart: Revenue Growth

    • Industry Outlook
  • Steady future growth
  • Short-term prospects
  • Raising the alarm
  • Table: Investigation and Security Services Industry Revenue Outlook

    • Industry Life Cycle
  • Life cycle reasons
  • Chart: Benchmarking - Investigation and Security Services Industry Lifecycle vs The Economy

    • Products & Markets

    Supply Chains
    Key Buying Industries
  • Accommodation and Food Services
  • Education and Training
  • Administrative and Support Services
  • Consumer Goods Retailing
  • Finance
  • Professional Services
  • Consumers

    • Key Selling Industries
  • Fire and Security Alarm Installation Services
  • Telecommunications and Other Electrical Goods Wholesaling
  • Wired Telecommunications Network Operation

    • Products & Services
  • Mobile guards and patrol services
  • Private investigation services
  • Security system monitoring services
  • Cash-in-transit and armoured guard services
  • Crowd control services
  • Locksmith services
  • Secure document handling and storage services
  • Other security services
  • Chart: Investigation and Security Services Industry Products and Services Segmentation

    • Demand Determinants
    Major Markets
  • Professional services sector
  • Other sectors and businesses
  • Manufacturing sector
  • Retail and wholesale sector
  • Mining, energy and utilities industries
  • Education and healthcare sectors
  • Households
  • Government sector
  • Chart: Major Market Segmentation for the Investigation and Security Services Industry

    • International Trade
    Business Locations
    Chart: Business Locations by State

    Competitive Landscape

    Market Share Concentration
    Key Success Factors
    Cost Structure Benchmarks
  • Chart: Cost Structure Benchmarking – Sector vs Investigation and Security Services

    • Basis of Competition
    Barriers to Entry
  • Table: Barrier to Entry Checklist for the Investigation and Security Services Industry

    • Industry Globalization

    Major Companies

    SIS Australia Holdings Pty Ltd, Linfox Proprietary Limited, Wilson Parking Australia 1992 Pty Ltd,
  • Table: SIS Australia Holdings Pty Ltd - financial performance
  • Table: Linfox Proprietary Limited - financial performance
  • Table: Wilson Parking Australia 1992 Pty Ltd - financial performance

    • Operating Conditions

    Capital Intensity
  • Chart: Level of Capital Intensity for the Investigation and Security Services Industry
  • Chart: Tools of the Trade: Growth Strategies for Success

    • Technology & Systems
    Revenue Volatility
  • Chart: Volatility vs Industry Growth

    • Regulation & Policy
    Industry Assistance

    Key Statistics

    Table: Industry Data for the Investigation and Security Services Industry
    Includes:
  • Industry Revenue (2010-2024)
  • Industry Gross Product (2010-2024)
  • Establishments (2010-2024)
  • Businesses (2010-2024)
  • Employment (2010-2024)
  • Wages (2010-2024)

    • Table: Annual Percentage Change for Key Industry Data
    Table: Key Ratios for Industry Key Data

    Jargon & Glossary

    Armoured Guards
  • People hired to provide security during cash transfer between facilities such as banks and ATMs.
    • Atm
  • Automatic teller machine, used to withdraw cash from bank accounts and are located in public areas.
    • Cctv
  • Closed-circuit TV, used to monitor and record activity in public and private areas.
    • Cit
  • Cash-in-transit services, which includes handling and distributing cash to clients, particularly for banks and retailers.
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