The GSN 2015 Digital Yearbook

Once this was in place, extensive background investigations
were carried out. When the details for the trip
were addressed the group was able to travel to the most
recognized and scenic landscapes in South America.
Many of the locations visited while famous and beautiful,
were also located near crime-ridden communities
known as Favelas. It was an early indicator as to some
of the possible challenges to security these games could
face. To prepare for a large group, visiting a region of
the world with known security risks, takes a great deal
of arrangements. GEG places a premium on advance site
visits. During the planning phase we reach out to local
and federal authorities, when reliable, in advance of the
trip. There is also a strict schedule to adhere to taking
advantage of daylight hours, optimal travel times and
to ensure there are enough vehicles for the duration
of the trip. All of this attention to detail takes time and
skill. Other considerations because foreign visitors can
become a target is to map out routes away from high
crime areas, thorough inspections of vehicles, multiple
egress routes, pre inspection of facilities and secured
communications are just some of the procedures used
to mitigate the risks associated with high profile security
protection services. Contingency planning is an invalu-
able asset to any assignment and having multi-layered
preparations will ensure the likelihood of a successful
outcome. GEG staff is steeped in experience at every
level of law enforcement and military experience earned
in the most civilized and roughest regions of the world.
Our programs incorporate experience with superior
communications and technology usage.
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