Experiential Learning in Realistic Environments is our focus for delivering Operational TSCM training. Why is that? In an era where information is at our fingertips and technology continuously evolves, the traditional boundaries of education are being redefined. One of the most significant shifts is the growing recognition of experiential learning’s value. That is particularly enhanced…
How do you ensure that you are not breaching trade sanctions when buying TSCM equipment? Take a look at the latest Verrimus YouTube video from Gavin Saul, our Government Services Director. Purchasing TSCM equipment which is manufactured and sold from a country that has had sanctions imposed could lead to trouble. When we contacted the…
Sadly there are unscrupulous individuals who use Bluetooth trackers to covertly track other people’s movements. If someone attached a Bluetooth tracker to your vehicle (or placed it on your person, in a bag, etc) how would you know? Contacting a TSCM professional or even an amateur ‘bug sweeper’/private investigator, could be costly. Would it be…
We keep hearing people talking about technical security countermeasures, when what they are referring to is technical SURVEILLANCE countermeasures. Technical security IS NOT technical surveillance. Language is important! Using an inaccurate term displays an organisation’s lack of knowledge. Do you know the difference? What is technical security? What is technical surveillance? There are major differences.…
An alleged conversation between German military personnel, held over Webex has been played by Russian media. Now Germany must investigate thoroughly how this conversation was intercepted. The alleged content of the conversation led to Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova to say that Germany owes Russia an explanation regarding the discussion of military operations in Crimea.…
Verrimus Vehicle TSCM Training courses, provide full instruction regarding conducting TSCM on all road vehicles. Often referred to as a Car Bug Sweep, TSCM operators are asked to check that their vehicle is free from technical surveillance attacks. Vehicle Sweeping, Who Needs It? Customers who have recently requested Vehicle TSCM training, from Verrimus, vary; Just…
We are passionate about ensuring that Verrimus TSCM Training courses remain relevant, effective and enjoyable. Because of this, at the end of every course we run, we ask for feedback on TSCM Training using a post-course evaluation survey.* The feedback we receive from our students is extremely valuable. We’ve mentioned this before and it’s still…
Many people have asked us why is Verrimus TSCM Training in Newcastle upon Tyne? There is a negative stereotype held by some uninformed people that Newcastle (the North of England in general) is unsophisticated! Yes, Geordie Shore didn’t help address this misconception! So, let us address some of the outright nonsense we’ve heard spouted as…
People still ask us, what is corporate espionage? A wikipedia definition is here. Whilst it’s a term we are used to, it perhaps is less used within the everyday security discussions of most organisations. Most organisations probably have daily discussions and reports regarding cyber security, or physical security activities. They’ll highlight new and emerging threats…
Our bespoke TSCM training is tailored in consultation with the end users to ensure we meet their training needs analysis. As you are aware, Verrimus only provide Operational TSCM Training to government, military and police clients. It may surprise you that not all of those clients are ‘sweep teams’ or TSCM teams. We have been…