20 May 2014
As one of the
largest banks in South Africa, security is a top priority for FNB. When the
camera system at the bank’s Fairland building reached end of life, increasing
security risks and adding to operational costs, upgrading it became paramount.
FNB turned to Jasco Security and the latest version of the Bosch Video
Management System (VMS) to provide the solution.
The Bosch VMS
was selected as the product of choice for the upgrade. This system offers a
flexible IP security system architecture that is easily scalable and easy to
manage, supporting up to 2000 high definition and standard definition cameras
on a single system. After identifying the required solution, FNB went out on
tender to select a supplier that would meet all of their requirements. Jasco
was one of five shortlisted suppliers, and was eventually selected based on the
tender specifications provided, including Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) rating,
pricing and additional services and expertise. Jasco supplied and installed the
Bosch VMS over the course of a week in late 2013, with changeover conducted
over the weekend to minimise disruption. Jasco also provided integration
services with the access control system, and is offering on-going support and
maintenance for one year.
“The upgraded
Bosch VMS solution has enabled FNB to leverage a number of benefits over and
above the requirement for reduced operational costs and maintenance. In
addition to enhanced security through improved reliability and greater storage
capacity, this system provides an element of future-proofing, as it will enable
FNB to take advantage of upcoming 4K UHD video technology,” says Shaun Bubb, New
Business Manager at Jasco Security.
About the Jasco Group:
Jasco delivers end-to-end
best-of-breed ICT, Energy & Industry Solutions across the entire value
chain. Our services include design and planning logistics; supply; installation
and commissioning; configuration; integration; support and maintenance.
Jasco ICT’s divisions, namely
Carriers, Enterprise, Networks and Broadcast & Managed Solutions deliver a
range of solutions. These include access and transmission networks, telecom
services, ISP solutions, infrastructure and Software as a Service (SaaS),
building solutions including property technology management, voice recording,
contact centres, production, post-production, archiving and system integration.
Jasco’s Energy & Industry
Solutions takes care of Security and Power requirements with a range of
solutions including CCTV and surveillance, access control, people flow, fire
detection and suppression, low voltage power assurance and power quality and
energy optimisation. Electrical Manufacturers delivers contract manufacturing
of white goods and automotive components as well as the Snapper and JustChlor
brands.
The Jasco Group has a national
footprint with offices in Gauteng, Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Kwa-Zulu
Natal and has extensive experience in sub-Saharan Africa with a special focus
on the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.