The utility industry has some unique characteristics that impact the need for and the provision of security-related activities. First, what is somewhat unique about utility industries is that, in most...

The utility industry has some unique characteristics that impact the need for and the provision of security-related activities. First, what is somewhat unique about utility industries is that, in most cases, they are privately owned companies that provide a monopolized service to the public (i.e., the provision of water and electricity).