INSIGHTS

Insights

Practical perspectives on protective security, counter espionage and the space where business risk becomes personal.

PHYSICAL SECURITY · 13 SEP 2026

From Shergar to Smart Latch: The Changing Face of Equine Crime

Most people have heard of Shergar. The 1981 Derby winner was taken from Ballymany Stud in Ireland in 1983 and never seen again. The story is reported to…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 9 AUG 2026

We Stole a Horse

At Sloane Risk Group, we have extensive experience in Protective Security Testing, also known as Physical Penetration Testing. Our work typically involves testing whether we can gain unauthorised…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 1 OCT 2024

Unlocking the Strengths of Female Physical Pen Testers: Why Women Excel in Physical Security Assessments

As security professionals, we see a constant evolution as bad actors become more creative - using a range of sophisticated AI, psychological, physical and technical tactics to circumvent…

PHYSICAL SECURITY · 1 OCT 2024

The Value Added Pen Test

This blog seeks to explore the ways in which a Physical Penetration Testing program can help to build a robust security posture, improve business resilience and increase financial…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 14 FEB 2023

Case Study Series – Physical Penetration Testing

Our client was a CSO who had just commenced a new role at a global law firm with offices in London and four other UK cities. His requirement…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 14 FEB 2023

How an Ethical Burglar can Kickstart your Security Capacity Building Strategy

The term ethical hacker is quite well known, someone who infiltrates a computer network, to test or evaluate its security, allowing the organisation to rectify any weaknesses before…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 13 OCT 2021

Physical Penetration Testing / Black Teaming benefits

A layered approach to security is vital for all businesses from start-ups to international corporations. Starting with perimeter security and external access control, leading to internal access controls…PHYSICAL SECURITY · 13 OCT 2021

Applying the consultancy cycle to a Black Team assessment

A UK tech company requested our services to review their current security strategy, they stipulated a focus on improving staff attitudes towards physical security.

PHYSICAL SECURITY · 13 OCT 2021

Physical Penetration Testing and Security Awareness Training

Physical Penetration Testing and Security Awareness Training - the vital and often missing links in an organisations security strategy.

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