SOLUTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE SECURITY
Smart Security Raises Property Values by 8-12% on Average
For 30 years, Evolution has been working with owners and managers of commercial property to provide comprehensive security solutions and services that raise asset value, make tenants happier, and save operating expenses.
We know that modern commercial real estate needs more than just safety; it needs to actively improve the building experience and help you reach your business goals.
Why Property Leaders Choose Evolution
Knowing What Security Commercial Property Needs
Evolution has a lot of experience in commercial real estate, and we've learnt that security should make property performance better, not worse. Our solutions and services deal with the specific problems that property portfolios face:
Attracting and retaining premium tenants
Supporting flexible working arrangements
Meeting the standards for ESG and certification
Cutting costs while boosting service
Integration with PropTech platforms
Future-proofing technology investments
Expertise in Commercial Property Security That Works
Our history shows that we consistently create value:
Commercial building transformations
Grade A offices to projects that include a mix of uses
Average rental premium increase of 8%
Seamless integration with building management systems
Long-term partnerships with major property funds
WiredScore Platinum achieved in 85% of secured buildings
SmartScore Gold or higher: 70% achievement rate
Energy savings: £2.50/sq ft annually through intelligent controls
Integrated Security Excellence
Evolution offers full security solutions and services for business property:
Smart access control with mobile credentials
Smart CCTV with analytics
Visitor management systems
Integration with tenant systems
Parking and perimeter security
Building-wide emergency management
Environmental
40% reduction in energy consumption through smart scheduling
LED security lighting with motion activation
Cloud-based systems reducing on-site hardware by 60%
Paperless visitor management eliminating 10,000+ forms annually
ESG Impact Through Intelligent Security
Evolution's security solutions directly contribute to your ESG scores:
Social
Enhanced tenant wellbeing through visible security presence
Improved accessibility with touchless entry systems
24/7 safety monitoring protecting all building users
Community-friendly perimeter solutions
Governance
Automated compliance reporting for transparency
Full audit trails for all access events
Data protection compliance (GDPR) built-in
Regular third-party security assessments
Traditional vs Smart Security
Impact on Property Values:
Providing Measurable Improvements to Property
ROI Timeline Example: A 200,000 sq ft portfolio investing £250,000 in Evolution's integrated security sees annual returns of £180,000 through rental premiums alone, achieving full payback in under 18 months.
Evolution was contacted by a property fund in Dublin that manages a portfolio of two million square feet that was facing significant tenant retention challenges. Even though they were in great locations, their old security measures were keeping modern businesses, especially technology companies, away.
The full change brought about:
Higher rates of occupancy
Better rental premium
Lowering the costs of security operations
Improvement in tenant retention
Getting WiredScore Platinum certification
"Evolution knew that security in modern commercial property shouldn't get in the way of tenants' enjoyment; it should make it better. Their concepts helped us go from 80% occupancy to 95% occupancy. "Security became a selling point instead of a necessary evil.”
Portfolio Director for a Major Property Fund
Client Testimonials:
"Grade A Office, London: 'Evolution helped us achieve WiredScore Platinum, attracting three Fortune 500 tenants within 6 months.'"
"Mixed-Use Development, Manchester: 'Security became a USP - retail occupancy hit 100% pre-launch.'"
"Business Park, Birmingham: 'Shared security services across our campus saved each tenant 40% on security costs.'"
Comprehensive Property Security Services
Security Technology
for Smart Buildings
Our solutions use the most up-to-date security technology:
Tenants and guests can gain access using mobile credentials on their smartphones
Integration with workplace apps
Analytics of occupancy for space optimisation
Security systems that use less energy
Security management solutions that run in the cloud
Integrating APIs with PropTech ecosystems
Implementation with
the Tenant in Mind
Evolution's way of doing things minimises disruption:
Installation programs that happen after hours
Strategies for deploying floor by floor
Maintaining business continuity
Help with tenant communication
Comprehensive handover documentation
Property Management Security Support
Evolution provides ongoing support for property teams, including:
Monitoring and maintenance
Updates to systems on a regular basis
Help with onboarding new tenants
Reporting on compliance
Meetings for strategic review
Programs for continuous improvement
Integrated Security Excellence
Evolution offers full security solutions and services for business property:
Smart access control with mobile credentials
Smart CCTV with analytics
Visitor management systems
Integration with tenant systems
Parking and perimeter security
Building-wide emergency management
Strategic Security Consulting for Portfolio Evaluation and Planning
Evolution's teams offer strategic security consulting for portfolio evaluation and planning, including:
Security assessments for the whole portfolio
Evaluation of the tenant experience
ESG and certification impact analysis
Future-proofing recommendations
Planning for phased implementation
Meeting Requirements for Property Compliance
Evolution helps properties get and keep their certifications:
Building Certifications
WiredScore and SmartScore
BREEAM security credits
Secure by Design compliance
Support for the WELL Building Standard
Regulatory Compliance
MEES regulations
Requirements for fire safety
Insurance specifications
Data protection (GDPR)
Reporting on ESG
Risk mitigation reporting metrics for security contributions
Energy efficiency data
Reporting on risk reduction
Employee-Owned Excellence
As an employee-owned business, Evolution brings unique advantages to property partnerships:
Long-term view that fits with property investment cycles
Taking personal accountability for how well the security works
Stability valued by institutional investors
Continuous innovation and development
Understanding of property value creation
Our 260+ employee-owners know that improving your property will help them succeed as well.
Security Solutions and Services for Every Property Type
Grade A Offices
High-end lobby experiences
Security for flexible workspaces
Executive floor protocols
Using the security system for managing the meeting room
Control of access after hours
Business Parks
Coordination of security across the campus
Management of shared facilities
Protection of the perimeter
Multi-tenant systems
Developments with Mixed Use
Security management by zone
Residential privacy protection
Retail security coordination
Event mode capabilities
Industrial & Logistics
Loading bay access management
Control of contractor access
Systems for protecting assets
24/7 unmanned security
Integration with WMS
Adding Value Through Security
Evolution partners with property owners to enhance asset performance:
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A full review of how security affects property value and tenant happiness.
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Making security plans that help both business goals and ESG goals.
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Implementation plans that fit with leasing cycles and capital planning.
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Regular assessments make sure that security is adding value as tenants' needs change.
