Industrial Facilities Were the Businesses Most Affected by Security Incidents Last Year

The security landscape in Spain showed a slight uptick, rising 0.8% in the number of incidents that occurred in 2025 compared with the previous year, according to the Interior Ministry’s Crime Report. While the residential sector continues to account for a substantial share of total alarms, a granular analysis of the business sector reveals a continuity in this arena: industrial warehouses remain one of the main hotspots for security incidents, accounting for nearly 36% of all alarm triggers, according to ADT data.

This persistence of risk in industrial warehouses reflects a professionalization of criminal methods, focusing on spaces that often house high-value goods and are located in areas with lower surveillance, especially outside working hours, such as industrial parks. Taken together, these factors make them a predictable and profitable target for criminals.

Within this categorization of security incidents, entities tied to the health sector stand out, with hospitals, clinics, and optical shops showing an increase of more than 22%. The hospitality sector (bars, pubs, and restaurants) loses ground, recording 7.34% of security incidents versus 11% in 2024.

“Data from our own internal metrics indicate that crime is not random, but acts with the aim of maximum gain with minimum risk,” explains José González Osma, Chief Executive Officer of ADT. “The consolidation of industrial warehouses as the business sector most affected by security incidents for the second consecutive year, along with the notable rise in the health sector, shows that criminals carry out premeditated strategies to choose their targets, as well as actively diversify into new opportunities.”

Key Aspects for Optimizing Security in Businesses

There are a wide range of vulnerabilities in the security of any business. Too often, essential elements are overlooked. ADT security experts point to the main issues to strengthen protection for any business and minimize risks, ensuring business continuity:

1. Risk assessment and continuous monitoring. They are the first step toward effective protection for small businesses, since many owners tend to minimize the likelihood of a robbery at their shop. Conduct periodic reviews of entry points, especially loading docks, warehouses, or less visible or unprotected areas, making it easier to detect specific risks and vulnerabilities in every corner.
2. Creation of an integrated security ecosystem. The goal is no longer merely to record a theft but to prevent it from happening, complementing prevention with early detection. The benefits of proactive detection come from combining visible elements like cameras and signage, which act as a deterrent, with smart technologies such as video analytics with AI or perimeter sensors, enabling identification of unauthorized entries or suspicious behavior before the intruder arrives to force an entry.
3. Ensure fully controlled arming and disarming. Centralized management from a single platform is key for small businesses. It allows for controlled arming and disarming, creating unique access codes for each employee and setting time windows to avoid forgetfulness or misuse. This smart management, easily controlled from a mobile app, provides total control over who and when accesses the business, optimizing security and daily operations alike.
4. Guarantee a professional and verified 24/7 response. A security system that isn’t connected to a team of experts loses a large portion of its value. Having a Central Alarm Receiving Center (CRA) means every signal is received and verified by a professional within seconds, ruling out false alarms and ensuring an immediate and prioritized alert to the police only when real, which multiplies the effectiveness of the response.
5. Establish protocols and training for employees. The staff is a fundamental security asset if equipped with the right training and tools. Clear emergency protocols and tools such as silent panic buttons connected to the CRA allow discreet, rapid, and safe alerting, strengthening protection for both people and the business.

“Security has shifted from being a cost to becoming a strategic investment in business continuity,” concludes González Osma. “This capability for proactive detection enables rapid action, reduces risk, and minimizes the economic and operational impact of a robbery attempt. At ADT, we deploy this kind of innovation, including advanced video verification and AI-powered video analytics, to offer intelligent, tailored protection, allowing business owners to focus on what truly matters—the growth of their company with complete peace of mind.”