Strategic Partners.

Overt Channel has an extensive list of services which we provide, each enabling our approach to security. But, we can’t do everything. For clients with specific needs, we may bring in a strategic partner or simply refer clients to them.

The partners below are not on this list because they pay us any sort of commission or referral fee (they don’t!). They are on this list because:

• We’ve worked together, many times, before.
  • In fact, we may have assisted them in improving their cybersecurity posture.
• They are world-class at what they do.
• Our approaches to security are consistent and aligned.
• We seek to educate and inform, recommending bespoke solutions.
  • Not cookie cutter. Not based on commissions structure or profit margin. Simply the best solution for each client.

The security industry is choc full of security integrators, or folks who will happily charge you for installing a cheap camera system. Herring Technology & Defense is much more than an integrator. Herring can scope, design, and install a security system of any size while incorporating the latest technology in physical security.

From shot detection systems to advanced AI-based analytics, Herring has tested – firsthand – every technology they recommend to clients.

We often interact with small to medium size businesses who fall victim to cybercrime due to deficiencies with their managed service provider (MSP). The general excuse is that IT companies aren’t experts in cybersecurity. Our contention is that MSPs which don’t take security seriously are going to eventually go out of business.

After years of searching, we found an MSP in our area that takes security seriously: Affinity Technology Partners. Affinity has been around over 20 years and has evolved into a security-first strategic partner. They align themselves and their partners with the CIS Framework, seeking continuous improvement in both technology and processes.

Every company should have a PI at the ready. We primarily use private investigators to perform background checks and conduct recorded interviews during an investigation. But, PIs can do much more. Consider using one as a disinterested third party during your next investigation.

BF & Associates, LLC leverages a network of retired FBI agents who are now licensed private investigators. Headquartered in Franklin, TN, BFA has country-wide coverage for any PI need.

Founded by a retired Nashville Metro Police Department Drug Task Force director, Defend Systems provides a variety of security services. We consider them to be best-in-class at security awareness and medical training, especially when it comes to Active Assailant Scenarios.

Defend Systems assesses a client before providing bespoke training that addresses real risks that client may face. Its cadre of retired law enforcement and military veterans are gifted in public speaking, and they are able to communicate difficult topics in a way that empowers the audience.

Their medical training includes bleeding control, relevant to active shooter scenarios and applicable in everyday accidents. In fact, attendees of Defend Systems medical training have gone on to save lives! For convenience, Defend Systems offers bleeding control kits at their online store: dontbleedout.com.