Cold Chain Logistics Security for Pharmaceutical and Perishable Shipments

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Consider a refrigerated trailer parked at a rest stop while its driver takes a twenty-minute break. Inside, a shipment of vaccines requires controlled temperatures throughout its journey. A theft during that stop could mean more than missing inventory: recovered products may also be compromised if their required handling conditions were not maintained. This scenario illustrates […]

Warehouse Loading Dock Security Risks & Solutions 2026

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Warehouse Loading Dock Security: Common Risks in 2026 A busy warehouse loading dock can be a chaotic environment. Trucks arrive and depart, dock workers load and unload cargo, vendors come and go, and doors continually open and close. With so much activity taking place at once, potential security threats can easily go undetected during legitimate […]

Logistics Security Strategies to Reduce Cargo Theft Risk

Cargo theft remains a serious problem for logistics facilities, distribution centers, and other entities that handle high-value shipments. With the growing complexity of supply chains and the increasing number of transfer points, criminals are constantly looking for new ways to infiltrate logistics facilities and intercept valuable goods. Theft can take various forms, ranging from hijacked […]

Construction Site Security Strategies for Large-Scale Projects

Large-scale construction projects bring together valuable equipment, multiple contractors, and constant activity across evolving job sites. With so many moving parts, maintaining a secure environment becomes both more complex and more critical. Effective construction site security is not just about preventing theft—it’s about protecting timelines, reducing liability, and keeping operations running smoothly. Understanding Construction Site […]

Supply Chain Security Strategies to Stop Cargo Theft

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Cargo theft is one of the most significant and costly threats facing modern supply chains. In an increasingly globalized and complex logistics environment, criminal actors exploit predictable patterns, unsecured facilities, and lapses in monitoring to steal goods in transit or at storage locations. The financial losses, operational disruptions, and reputational damage from cargo theft can […]

Supply Chain Security: 5 Proven Strategies to Prevent High-Value Cargo Theft

High-value cargo theft is a growing concern for businesses in logistics, manufacturing, and retail. Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting shipments at warehouses, during transit, and even at delivery points. Effective supply chain security requires proactive measures, expert oversight, and technology-driven solutions. Here are five proven strategies to safeguard your high-value shipments. Supply Chain Security […]

Top Supply Chain Changes Companies Must Prepare for in 2026

How to Prevent Cargo Theft Across the Supply Chain in 2026 The global supply chain is entering a major reset in 2026. For U.S. companies, the landscape is being reshaped by geopolitical tension, shifting trade rules, rapid technology adoption, and higher expectations around speed, transparency, and resilience. As supply chains become more complex, so do […]

Supply Chain Security Risks During the Holidays: Tips to Manage Increased Threats

The holiday season brings about a surge in demand, which can put tremendous pressure on your supply chain. While the festive cheer may bring opportunities for growth, it also opens the door to a range of security risks, especially when logistics operations are ramped up to meet tight deadlines and high customer expectations. As a […]

Supply Chain Security for Peak Season: Staying Ahead Before the Holiday Rush

For retailers and distributors, the weeks before the holiday season can make or break the year. As the holiday shopping season creeps closer, September becomes the golden window for retailers, distributors, and logistics providers to lock down their operations. By the time Q4 hits, shipping lanes are busier, warehouses are fuller, and every link in […]

The Importance of Supply Chain Security in Today’s Global Market

In today’s interconnected world, supply chains are the lifeblood of global commerce. They link manufacturers to consumers, moving goods across vast distances, often spanning multiple countries and continents. While this intricate web of logistics and transportation is a marvel of modern engineering, it also presents significant security challenges. With global supply chains becoming more complex, […]

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Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Protos
Headquarters

383 Main Ave, Suite 505
Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Mark Hjelle

Chief Executive Officer

Mark Hjelle is the CEO of Security Services Holdings, LLC as well as Protos Security and its subsidiaries. Mark is an experienced Chief Executive Officer and Board Member who has led large national business and facilities services firms for nearly 25 years delivering strong top- and bottom-line growth while building high-performing teams with strong culture. Most recently, he was CEO for CSC ServiceWorks, a B2B2C provider of technology-enabled consumer services. Prior to CSC, Mark was President of Brickman/Valleycrest a national provider of exterior landscape and snow removal services. Over the course of his 18-year tenure at Brickman, he held numerous leadership positions in operations, finance and business development. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Government Administration from the University of Pennsylvania Fels Institute of Government and a Law Degree from Case Western Reserve School of Law.