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Why a National Service Provider Can Be the Best Option

Aside from the never ending loop of “So, what exactly does LockNet do?” from my friends and family the first year I worked here, the second most popular question is always, “Why is a national service provider is better than a locally based locksmith?” It’s a bit of a trick question. There isn’t always a […]

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NSPs – Forget the Myths & Embrace the Value

Subcontracting is standard practice in the realms of commercial construction and access control, but has gotten a bad rap in the Facilities and Loss Prevention worlds. Managers and facilities directors often worry about the cost of adding a “middle man” and loss of control. While this may hold true for some trades, that’s not the […]

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8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a National Service Provider

A few weeks ago, I received a phone call from a potential client. Just receiving  a call from a highly sought after [potential] client is an exciting way to finish a long day at the office, but my interest peaked when he revealed his job function – “Design & Construction – National Accounts”. As it […]

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The “S Word” – Clearing Up The Negative Connotation of Subcontracting

Subcontracting is standard practice in commercial construction, but has somehow gotten a bad rap in the Facilities and Loss Prevention world.  Managers and facilities directors worry about increased cost and loss of control.  While this may hold true for some trades, it doesn’t in the world of doors and locks.  For small, local businesses, self-performing […]

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