4 High profile executives need low profile protection in 5 high risk African destinations

High profile corporate executive visit in West Africa, 2012

Itinerary based Intelligence monitoring, executive protection, logistical support. West Africa, 2012

Max Security was requested to provide comprehensive services for a visit by four senior corporate executives to five destinations in three African nations. The visit included high-risk destinations and a tight schedule, requiring a high level of logistical support in addition to protection and intelligence monitoring services. Max’s approach and execution included advance planning, local intelligence monitoring, low profile protection, flexible logistical support and frequent updates to the client’s corporate security center.

Solution provided

  • Meticulous advanced planning, including on-ground checks, preliminary intelligence gathering, and contingency planning.
  • Full logistical and transportation support including a high level of flexibility.
  • Low-profile protection services managed by senior Max staff incorporating local staff, which is highly familiar with the work environment.
  • Itinerary-based intelligence monitoring by Max’s Intel division. Utilizing local news sources, social media, and ground sources, Max Intel updated the team on ground with information relevant to the trip’s business continuity such as major travel disruptions, social protests and an abrupt domestic airline strike.

Result: An intense executive business trip was conducted smoothly, despite potential hindrances

The trip was successful and achieved its business goals. The executives were able to reach all the meetings on time and were highly pleased with the low profile security approach and high level of flexibility and efficiency. The Max Intel Alerts led to proactive decision making saving valuable time, financial expenses and contributed to the overall safety of the travelers.