TSCM, SURVEILLANCE MARKET
We are now in a truly technological age, with more CCTV, being used, GPS tracking and computer monitoring technology than ever before. We would like to say that, on the most part, this is benevolent. We would like to say that if we were the victim of crime, These things are here to help us or the police track or follow individuals for the safety of others. When this is truly the case, it is a good thing. But, what if it's not benevolent? What if the snooper has ulterior or damaging motives? Then what do we do?
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The market is huge
After two decades of experience, we have seen major advances in the surveillance market. During the mid-late 1990s, we saw many low level, Chinese products on the market. These were cheap, and, in honesty, not very effective! Many of these simple devices were GSM-based with noise activation. They really were cheap and, in many cases were not fit for purpose. But the threat was genuine.
Over the last two decades, these cheaply manufactured devices have been upgraded, miniaturized and been given power upgrades and main supply options. Year on year the potential threat has increased.
These can be placed in all sorts of items or places, lights, switches electrical goods, sockets, toys or furniture. As they are for spying, don’t expect flashing LEDs, recording lights, or labels saying spy equipment!
A manual search may unearth such devices but, experienced TSCM specialist not only as the training and know-how of what to look for and the types of devices in today's market, but also the high caliber equipment needed to complete a through sweep.
What can we do?
There are some basic steps that may assist you in gathering evidence that may substantiate your suspicions. Read our blog “I THINK I AM UNDER SURVEILLANCE” HERE. For some tips on what you can do to minimize risk. These are some basic methods to help anyone who feels they may be under surveillance.
Although we are happy to say that this is great advice, taking a more proactive approach will more than double your odds of a successful conclusion. BASE TSCM countermeasures/bug sweeping experts have the experience, the training, and high-level equipment to reduce potential risk to you, your company or vehicle.