Electronic Bug Detection
Business Counter-espionageAt some point in time most people get the feeling that somebody may be watching, listening, or spying on them for whatever reason. This sixth sense, or gut feeling often passes and is soon forgotten; however, what if that feeling returns often? Should you still ignore it?
A common sense approach maybe is to think about undertaking a local due diligence bug sweep or electronic bug detection exercise within your environment this can be a DIY inspection to look at items in the vicinity such as cables (USB charging cables, power extension sockets, wall sockets) office equipment (Desk calculator, pencil sharpener, dehumidifier and electric fan) as well as electronic items (Computers, telephones, clocks) and such other items where eavesdropping devices may have been concealed. Note: we have found listening devices within all the items within brackets.
Regular electronic bug detection sweeps, or local technical inspections are the only way to reliably detect, defeat and nullify illegal eavesdropping devices, concealed cameras, and other surreptitious surveillance devices. Board members and c-suite officers have a duty of care to the company to protect the company’s secrets and other intellectual property.
One key sign that you might require a professional electronic bug detection sweep, is when others know things they should not this often leaks out via a slip-of-the-tongue; this could be personal confidential information or business strategy, financials or other related business secrets. economic espionage is big business and listening devices are easy to purchase online or in technology hotspots globally. Maybe its time to act on that gut feeling or sixth sense after all!
At Risk3 Consulting, we have been protecting the spoken word in Asia for almost 20 years, and our founder and chief TSCM security ronin, has resided in Hong Kong since 1992. We always take your concerns for your business seriously. We can normally respond to calls for Electronic bug detection requests quickly anywhere in Asia. We operate at the highest levels of confidentiality and integrity and will keep your office business counter espionage investigation as low key as possible. To find out how we can help protect your business and keep your competitive edge please give us a call – away from the suspected area!