Investigative and Personal Security Products

Changing

2011-12-15T10:53:00.000-08:00

As we currently have two blogs for GLOBAL PI SUPPLY, we will be streamlining and cutting it down to one. The change will be effective once we change the link on our web page.
Please check back at http://www.globalpisupply.com/ and click the Blog link to see when the change has been completed.

D.M.(Riun) Lawrence
President
Golden West Investigative Group Ltd

Global PI Supply is a division of Golden West Investigative Group Ltd.

Process Serving Associates

2011-03-20T21:18:00.001-07:00

Golden West has expanded our resources to get your legal documents served quickly, effectively and done right.
After the expansion addition by adding our langley office, we were asked by several MAJOR clients to expand our network even further.
As SERVICE is our ultimate goal, we have undertaken the challenge and added a multitude of pre-screened associates to our network.
Now, instead of just serving process in the Metro Region of Greater Vancouver, we can look after your needs in most parts of the province, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and many areas of the USA.

If you and your company would like to be considered as an associate for your region, please feel free to contact us at investigator@bcinvestigator.com

How to fix your blackberry problem

2010-07-01T13:19:00.000-07:00

In British Columbia, we have a HANDS-FREE set of rules that came into law a few months ago. For the majority of us (full license drivers), it meant we must use a hands-free (a.k.a. blue tooth) device to answer or place calls on our cellular phones while driving. Reading or replying to TEXT messages is still a NO-NO but this blog is not about that portion of the new law- it is about bluetooth and a problem that can affect your blackberry

This last week, I got into my vehicle and turned on the Visor mount bluetooth before starting out. I heard the connection beep and thought all was fine.

Away I go to start work for the day still thinking all is fine.
Calls are comming in which I answered via my visor mount bluetooth- All still appears to be fine.
I tried to make a voice-dial call via my visor mount bluetooth- All is NOT fine. The call did not go out. The nice -sexy voice did not ask for my command. Something is wrong!!

I pulled over and looked at my cellphone. It is a blackberry- ( the reason for this blog ) and it says "Initilizing....please wait"....so I waited..and waited..and waited but nothing happened.

"Oh", I thought.. maybe the bluetooth needs to be charged (even though I had not received the sexy-voice reminding me that the battery was low). So I charged the bluetooth that night and started over the next day.
Hmmm.. maybe I should try a test call before I head out.
Guess what?? Same problem.
Ok.. let's try my earpiece bluetooth which is a great stand-by unit. Same problem.

Now I have gone into FULL investigator mode and need to find the answer as there is no way I want to be caught making calls while driving and adding $185.00 fines to my budget. It is bad enough we have toll bridges but that is another story (see our previous blogs).

Today- in full- 100% investigator mode with a "geek mode" add on, I took on the problem as I was not about to go to the local cell provider store and be made to feel silly if the problem is simple.
I checked all my settings. Yes- voice dial is active.
I check to be sure that bluetooth was in sync (paired) and it was finding the correct one.
I deleted the bluetooth settings and paired it again.
Still no luck!! What else could it be?
Two hours later, a light came in in my head. Could it be that the battery in my two year old blackberry was too weak. Simple test for that- plug in the power and see if it will work that way. Answer- NOOOOOOOOOOOO.

Hmm.. what else. It is not a bluetooth device problem. It is not a power or setting problem. What is left.?
Click!!. Since it is not hardware (covered all that above), then it it must be either software or the phone has just bit the dust. For the sake of the pocket book- PRAY for software- PLEASE!!!

I then went to http://www.blackberry.com/update (I suggest you write the URL down if you are using a blackberry) I hit the CHECK FOR UPDATES button and let it do it's thing and.............
YES!!!! there are updates and they are SOFTWARE updates.- Follow the instructions; read the prompts and be ready to plug in your blackberry when it says to.

Well, the long and short of the next 45 minutes is.. the latest software update not only fixed my voice dial problem but also updated a lot of other programs at the same time.
You will notice, however, (at least I did) that the first voice dial call took a bit longer as it had to find the Address book but that took all of maybe 10 seconds. After that- status-normal

I hope this helps a lot of blackberry users that have had the same problem. I noticed on some forums that many people had this problem but nobody seemed to have an answer.

D.M.(Riun) Lawrence
President
Golden West Investigative Group Ltd
http://www.bcinvestigator.com

Investigative and Personal Security Products Div.
http://www.globalpisupply.com

TollFree Protector

2010-04-03T12:10:00.000-07:00

As promised, here is the scoop on the TollFree protector.
TollFree Protector is a licence plate cover that prevents high angle mounted toll road cameras from getting a clear shot of your plate.
The Price at first seemed a bit high but when we looked at the cost of the transponder rental plus the toll charges, it was a no-brainer that this product SHOULD save us money in very short order.

The area of useage / testing only has 1 toll bridge at the present time but more are on the way.
The average cost per month for the transponder plus toll fees charged to my credit card was higher than the cost of the TollFree Protector and that was after putting one on the front and rear of the test vehilce.

Once more toll bridges are in place, ..well..I don't think you need me to do the math.

Until the middle of April, this product is on our Specials page so get it now before the EXTRA savings end.

Test of PhotoFog

2010-04-03T11:48:00.000-07:00

Global PI Supply has completed testing of the OnTrack Automotive accessory product PhotoFog
Our results have shown that the product is easy to spray on to your license plate; is not visible to the naked eye and - YES- it works.
There have been numerous situations where we could have encountered a ticket but nothing has shown up to say we been a bad driver.
Granted, we have not openly thumbed our nose at the rules of the road but there have been situations where a ticket could have been granted to us for those slightly over the speed limit (we will never say how much over but it was enough) scenarios and it would appear that we are in the clear.
We will never encourange un-safe driving but there are times on the open road where you have the highway to yourself and the safe opportunity to clear out those injectors. It just makes sense.

For more information on this very in-expensive accessory, visit http://www.globalpisupply.com/products/photofog.htm

Did we mention that in celebration of how well this product works, we have added it to our Specials page until later this month?

Stay tuned for our update on the "TollFree Protector"

Global PI Supply
http://www.globalpisupply.com
sales.department@globalpisupply.com

New Product-MileTracer

2009-12-21T10:32:00.000-08:00

Global PI Supply is about to announce a GREAT new product that will save you time and money for 2010.

The MileTracer is about to be added to our products list. With the MileTracer, you can throw away your mileage log book and keep very accurate track of your time and mileage.

No more - "OOPS-I forgot to write down my start mileage / km's"
No more trying to justify your deduction on your taxes.
No more questions from your client about the mileage / km charge on their bill.

All of the ACCURATE information is available with a simple click of the mouse.

Print it all out on an Excel spreadsheet.
Great gift for Christmas!!!

No set up or monthly fees, and the purchase price is well under $300.00 !!

Global PI Supply is your complete source for Investigative and Personal Security products
GPS tracking systems
Personal -Covert DVR's
Covert Camera's ,
Entry level and Professional Grade Counter Surveillance Equipment- Sweep & Bug Detectors
Digital Recorders
Many more products to meet your every need

Cost of Running Real Time GPS

2009-12-07T11:32:00.000-08:00

One of the biggest draw backs of running a Real Time GPS tracking system is the monthly access fees that many systems charge. It for that reason that we carry the GPS 600 Real Time tracking system. Your costs are very simple and definitely made to order.

1-Purchase price: $399.95 plus a small 1 time set up fee (activation) of $65.00

2-Once you gave the unit, simply sign on and pay $39.95 per month for UNLIMITED access.

3-Here is good best part- NO CONTRACTS-You can renew by logging in any time you need the system and pay just for that month.

4- Here is the best part: If you are a PI, you can have the unit on hand and charge your clients for the useage as needed ie: It is a money maker and not costing you anything while it is not being utilized.

For more Information on this or other products,
visit our web site: http://www.globalpisupply.com

For investigative or process serving, visit http://www.bcinvestigator.com

Starting to add

2009-06-07T17:42:00.000-07:00

Well.. we have added our first additional app to this bog and also to our blog at http://bcinvestigator.blogspot.com/

Anyone else added apps like digg.. or others?
Suggestions are alway accepted- re: other apps or ways to build a following on a blog
Any thoughts on the pro's and con's of using a free blog site like this one?

D.M.(Riun) Lawrence
President
Golden West Investigative Group Ltd
http://www.bcinvestigator.com/
Blog: http://bcinvestigator.blogspot.com/

Investigative and Personal Security Equipment
http://www.globalpisupply.com/
Blog: http://globalpisupply.blogspot.com/

Toll Highways and Bridges

2009-06-02T10:24:00.000-07:00

The lower mainland of BRITISH COLUMBIA thought we had seen the last of Toll Bridges when they took off the toll on the Lion's Gate Bridge many many years ago.

The highways were free- as they should be- until the new Highway 5 from the lower mainland to the interior was put in.

Yes-- it was a great time saver and thusly, the $10.00 each way for passenger vehicles and $20.00 for larger was accepted- well- sort of. Anyways, the toll booth on highway #5 finally came down as they said the highwaywas now paid for- Great!! No more tolls!! WRONG!!

The new Port Mann bridge (part of the great highway 1 parking lot) that connects the north and south sides of the fraser river will be a toll. ie: You have to pay to get into Vancouver or other areas on the north side ofthe fraser if using highway 1.

Here is my question to you:
If you were in this scenario- or maybe you already are in your area- what do you pay for tolls- daily, monthly etc.

How do you pay for your tolls?- transponder in your vehicle?

How do they collect if you do not have a transponder? Camera shot of your license plate?

If you are subject to the later (camera shot), have you ever considerd using a camera deflector or such device?
We are asking this as we are contemplating stocking such devices but first felt we should check the market. Let us know.. add your comments to our blog

Global PI Supply
Gps Tracking Systems, Covert Cameras,Audio and Telephone Security Devices
Electronic CounterMeasures (bug detectors), body worn cameras (dvr systems), Audio Recorders..and more
http://www.globalpisupply.com

New traffic law for British Columbia

2009-05-14T10:32:00.000-07:00

I am amazed at the lack of publicity or media coverage in the province pertaining to this one.
As of June 1, 2009, a new law will be on the books. It is a good law (IMHO) but has not been covered by the media at all. I just found out by chance during a conversation last night.

The law is pertaining to Emergency Vehicles and how the general motorists SHALL conduct their speeds and driving. In an abrreviated form: If you are in a spped zone of 80kmh or higher and come upon an emergency vehicle (fires ambulance police), you must reduce your speed to 70kmh and if safe to do so, change to the alternate lane furthest away from the Emergency vehicle.
If you are in a speed zone of less than 80kmh, you shall reduce to 40kmh and again, change lanes as mentioned above.

This all makes perfect sense and is a saftey issue for the ambulance, fire or police members carrying out their duties.

The kicker is- and this is why I am surprised at the lack of coverage- the fine for non-compliance is $143.00 (or was that $148.00 - either way "OUCH") plus 3 penalty points on your driver's licence.

I guess the fine was not high enough to get the media's attention

D.M.(Riun) Lawrence
Golden West Investigative Group Ltd
http://www.bcinvestigator.com
E-mail: investigator@bcinvestigator.com

Investigation and Personal Security Products Sales
http://www.gloablpisupply.com

GPS Logger or Real Time

2009-05-11T21:05:00.000-07:00

As a vendor for both GPS Loggers and Real Time Tracking systems, we tend to see a variety of applications that meet the customer's requirement. Most PI companies tend to request the REAL TIME units to assist them on those very surveillance concious files or to track items that have been growing legs. Granted, from time to time, they do have clients that only require the "AFTER THE FACT" data and the logger is used. Which ever one they choose, or should I say- "Their client chooses", it is always in their (The PI Companies) best interest to varify and get it in writting that there is a legal right to place the GPS unit. Some PI's, and other customers too, have stated - No problem- I will just deny puting it there; or- I never install the unit, I get someone else to do it.
Being in the profession for 29 years, I feel that we have read enough jurisdiction and privacy law sections to say- Don't think for a moment that the above statements will get you off the hook if the GPS unit is found. In many areas, you can still be held accountable to some degree if it is not legally placed.
How do you verify LEGAL PLACEMENT?
The simple rule of thumb that we have always used is- Who's name is on the registration of the vehicle? If your client is not on the Registration, they most likely do not have a legal right. This criteria should be used for both Real Time GPS and gps loggers.

Your thought?.. Comments?.. Suggestions?

Update on products

2009-05-04T12:17:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the Global PI Supply Blog

Global PI Supply is your complete source for investigative and personal security equipment.
Wheather your requirements are:
Real time or Data Logger Vehicle GPS tracking Systems.
Digital Audio Recorders
Personal mini DVR's
Covert Cameras
Audio and Voice Security
Professional or everyday use counter-measures (Bug Detectors)
or anything else from our extensive list- Global PI Supply is your on-line source.

New Arrival: GPS 700
The GPS 700 (aka Sparks Nano) is the latest in REAL TIME Gps tracking units. Not much larger than a household key and no long-expensive contracts, this unit is exactly what you have been waiting for. Use it to (in real time) track your vehicle, possessions, people or what ever you need to keep an eye on from anywhere in the world.

The GPS700 is the latest Real Time GPS tracking system for you.

Very Covert DVR-Cell Phone DVR Camera:
The DVR900 just got better!! The manufacturer has lowered the M.A.P. price by $100.00 Get your own DVR 900 NOW for $595.00