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Industry leaders unite to deliver business improvement for SMEs

20 January 2026

TWO LEADING figures in the fire and security domains, namely Martin Watson MIET MIFSM (chair of the Fire Industry Association and the British Security Industry Association) and chartered management consultant (ChMC) Clive Wragg FCMI have joined forces to further strengthen Resource 5, itself a consultancy dedicated to helping SMEs achieve sustainable growth across the fire, safety and security sectors.

Resource 5 helps SMEs to achieve sustainable growth by providing strategic, commercial and operational expertise. Its services span business improvement, mergers and acquisitions support, market entry strategy and restructuring along with business integration and compliance advice.

Now operating across the UK and Europe, Resource 5 has already realised a significant impact on numerous businesses through its consultancy offer, duly supporting SMEs across fire alarm systems, passive fire protection, cyber security and electronic security systems, etc.

Senior-level leadership

Between them, Watson (senior associate at the consultancy) and managing director/lead consultant Wragg bring more than three decades each of senior-level leadership within internationally recognised companies. As well as holding senior roles within the UK’s leading fire and security trade bodies, Martin Watson spent more than a decade working at both Mitie Security and Siemens Building Technology.

Through time, Watson has built a strong reputation as an effective executive leader with the capability to deliver complex organisational change and guide businesses through rapidly evolving technological and regulatory landscapes. His depth of commercial insight and industry credibility position him as a key strategic voice within the sector.

As stated, Clive Wragg holds the prestigious ChMC accreditation (the highest professional status in management consulting). Known for delivering significant business growth, improving financial performance and driving operational efficiency, his work has helped companies to purposefully strengthen performance and unlock long-term value.

Wragg’s leadership style combines commercial clarity with a practical approach to sustainable improvement, particularly so when it comes to SMEs.

Shared commitment

Formed back in 2022, Resource 5’s and recent expansion is underpinned by a shared passion and commitment to elevate business performance across these crucial sectors. After several years of independently supporting companies within these industries, Watson and Wragg have now combined their expertise in order to offer a comprehensive and highly experienced consultancy partnership along with a number of experienced associates.

Resource 5 is now welcoming new clients across the UK and Europe.

*Further details are available online at www.r5consultancy.com

 
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