Museums continuously grapple with operational challenges, especially hiring and retaining security staff.
National studies show that museum workers have concerns about job satisfaction, including low pay and burnout. In fact, 68% of museum workers have considered leaving the field, according to a 2023 report from the advocacy group Museums Moving Forward (MMF), “Workplace Equity and Organizational Culture in U.S. Art Museums.”
Security guard turnover and vacancies can put priceless artwork at risk while museums seek to fill open positions.
Fortunately, the Art Sentry system augments – and even multiplies - the power of your existing guard force, more effectively protecting collections while avoiding staff burnout.
How it works
- Customizable protection zones are created around objects
- Audible and/or visual alarms discreetly alert visitors that breach the zones
- Pop-up notifications are sent immediately to the command center
- Gallery guards can be equipped with tablets or smartphones to manage alerts
Art Sentry’s patented technology works with security guards to enhance how you protect valuable art and artifacts. Until recently, human observation was the primary method for preventing object touches. Even the most diligent guards cannot be in all places at once. Art Sentry leverages state-of-the-art video analytics to ensure that collections are guarded vigilantly by a system that never gets distracted or takes a break.
The result is greater protection against costly damage and lower overall labor costs. One top U.S. museum has practically eliminated serious damage incidents since deploying Art Sentry. The return on investment is undeniably strong when measured against the potential cost of remediating damage to priceless collection objects.
If you have vacancies and are struggling with turnover, contact us today or call 888.426.9151. Let Art Sentry help you enhance the reach of your guard force and maximize your security budget