CDW redefines global security management by implementing Genetec Security Center, a comprehensive security solution.
CDW Corporation, a leading provider of IT solutions, has revolutionised its physical security operations by implementing the Genetec Security Center platform. This transformation, driven by the platform's open architecture, data reporting capabilities, and operational flexibility, has significantly improved CDW's ability to manage its global security operations in a streamlined and unified manner.
The Genetec Security Center, renowned for its open architecture, allows CDW to consolidate and manage its diverse security infrastructure from a single platform. This integration simplifies operations, reducing complexity across multiple sites.
One of the key features of the Genetec Security Center is its robust data analytics and reporting tools. These capabilities empower CDW's security team to monitor and manage security operations more effectively.
The platform's automation and analytics features are also being leveraged to optimise business operations. For instance, the security team can now verify that all staff have exited distribution centres before closing, ensuring appropriate staffing levels during busy periods, and adjusting guard coverage based on real-time occupancy data.
The unified system has also significantly reduced incident response times, enhancing overall security effectiveness. George Howard, Physical Security Team Lead at CDW, notes that this development has opened up opportunities to share Genetec use cases with customers.
Access management at CDW has been overhauled with Genetec ClearID. The shift from a manually intensive process to a decentralized, rules-based model has streamlined tasks, increased automation, and reduced incident response time. Access rights are now granted or revoked automatically based on roles, schedules, or local management approval.
Beyond improving security, CDW is using analytics and automation to optimise broader business operations. The deployment of the Genetec Security Center spans over 50 global sites and distribution centres, testifying to its effectiveness in managing large-scale operations.
For more insights into CDW's use of Genetec solutions, a detailed case study can be found at https://www.genetec.com/customer-stories/cdw.
The Genetec Security Center, with its data-and-cloud-computing capabilities, enables CDW to analyze and manage security operations more effectively, thereby enhancing its cybersecurity.
CDW's implementation of the Genetec Security Center platform extends beyond physical security to optimize technology-driven business operations, including data management and staff scheduling.
