The short answer
Start by defining the problem you need security to address, not simply the number of guards you think you need. Record the property type, address, operating hours, expected attendance, public access, valuable assets, prior incidents, current cameras or access controls, emergency procedures, and the dates and times coverage is required. Note any special conditions such as alcohol, cash handling, construction equipment, patients, students, or multiple entrances.
What to know
Contact licensed Arizona security agencies and request an assessment or written proposal. Give each provider the same information so you can compare staffing, armed or unarmed recommendations, post locations, patrol routes, officer qualifications, supervision, reporting, equipment, call-out coverage, start date, and price on a common basis. Verify the agency’s license through Arizona DPS and ask how individual officers are matched and oriented to the assignment.
Before signing, approve written post orders and a communication tree. Clarify who can change instructions, when police or medical responders are called, what daily and incident reports you receive, how a missed shift is handled, and which duties are excluded. For events, include the venue, attendance, schedule, entrances, parking, alcohol plan, prohibited items, emergency exits, and coordination contacts. Arrow offers short- and long-term coverage, but availability and the final deployment should be confirmed for the specific assignment.