UNCOVERING THE LAYERS
harvested by making the once disparate physical security systems equal to more than the sum of their parts , can greatly enhance the data centre ’ s operations .
How unification can mitigate risks and unlock more efficient operations
Uptime is everything and it ’ s becoming more difficult and expensive to run and manage servers while mitigating cyberattacks and remaining compliant . Providers must secure a growing number of assets across multiple sites , stay ahead of threats and regulations and also share evidence with stakeholders to prove that they can trust the service you ’ re providing . Unified physical security platforms are a vital way of maxmising uptime and can help in a number of ways .
Maintain your server rooms ’ s temperature – Unify HVAC temperature sensors within your security platform can help you easily monitor and adhere to your data centre ’ s cooling requirements .
Digitise your Standard Operating Procedures ( SOPs ) – Respond to predefined events and incidents with standardised , easy to follow guidance that can be designed to stay compliant with different regulatory requirements .
Define access rights policies and compliance rules – Manage access into the data centre by credentials to clearly map out who can go where . These can be assigned according to the role , professional certifications , or contractors and visitors , with a complete recording for easy auditing .
Optimise evidence reporting – Save time by securely granting access to evidence at the click of a button . Ensure information is only shared with authorised individuals , inside or outside of the organisation .
Modernise security with IP access control – Use a modern , IP-based access control to manage intelligent key systems and biometrics . Better secure entrances and exits to restricted areas and easily manage employees , contractors and visitors without the risks associated with physical keys .
Extend perimeter security with ANPR – Keep track of vehicles on your premises in real-time with automatic number plate recognition ( ANPR ) technology . Create lists of approved and suspicious vehicles to automatically grant access or alert security on arrival .
Maximise video coverage – Get a clear picture of incidents and empower your team to quickly react to threats . Leverage cloud video surveillance to extend coverage at remote sites .
Spot intruders before they enter your perimeter – Start to defend beyond the fence line with radar , LiDar , fence intrusion detection and video analytics to detect potential intruders and drones .
Juggling the competing priorities of physical and cybersecurity , compliance and quality of service is a challenge that data centre providers must overcome to maximise uptime .
With a unified solution , one that centralises all aspects of security in one place , teams gain a holistic view across their operation . It leads to better informed decisions and eliminates risk . If you want to minimise downtime , then unification , not integration , will unlock the full potential of your existing investments and help you keep pace with a rapidly evolving industry . �
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