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"The integration of these various systems made perfect sense from a cost and functionality
standpoint. It provides a single security system platform that makes monitoring
and maintenance a breeze."
JOE GILLIS, Integrator, Barry Security
When Paul Baratta signed on as director of Public Safety for Beth Israel Deaconess
Medical Center (BIDMC), he set out to bring a greater sense of security to staff
and patients alike. Previously, the hospital had two distinct security systems that
did not communicate. There was no way to secure sensitive areas while still allowing
people to visit patients and conduct other hospital business. Additionally, the
vast nature of the multiple campuses made it difficult to respond to incidents in
a timely manner. This directly led to an increase in theft of private property,
computers and other hospital materials.
The installation of additional security cameras and digital video management systems
played an important role in increasing the security presence within BIDMC. Today,
the hospital has an integrated access control and video system from Tyco International
comprised of:
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