Intellect assists in providing security and protecting the fine reputation of the Electronika bank
The Electronika bank has set before itself the ambitious goal of
creating the best network of branches and subsidiary offices. Systems
based on AxxonSoft products assist in effectively providing the security
of the constantly growing network
Client
Ambitious objectives and an innovative approach
Electronika joint-stock bank was founded in 1990. Initially it
serviced electronic industry. Today the bank’s operations have long ago
outgrown its sectoral framework, and the bank is now pursuing a new
strategy aimed first off at the development of retail business and the
introduction of specialized services for small and medium-sized
businesses. One of the strategic objectives of the bank is the creation
of the best network, not only through regional expansion, but also
through a completely new organization of the retail system, personnel
training, staff moral and quality of services provided
Situation
The highest security is necessary during dynamic development
Beginning in 2006 and in accordance with a new development strategy,
branch offices of the Electronika bank were opened across Russia.
Starting in 2007 and leading up to this day, the bank has also opened
subsidiary offices offering retail and corporate services. By 2010, it
has planned to open 150 retail operational offices in cities with
populations of more than 200,000 people as well as more than 50
corporate offices. Under such high growth indicators, reliable security
is absolutely necessary, since the reliability of the bank is the
foundation of its high reputation. The new space-efficient offices
require less manpower. There is no technical staff that could handle
issues with the security system on the spot. In connection with this,
the bank has been required to find reliable solutions for its security
system which at the same time might possess the functions corresponding
to the corporate demands of the bank’s security system. The demands are
as follows:
- A uniformity of solutions which employ equipment and coherence of
installation approaches, an achievement that would unify the equipment,
follow a singular repair stock, and provide centralized technical
support to regional offices
- Security systems should be united with the system located in the
central office or, as a minimum, should have such a possibility – a
unified monitoring center will allow for 24-hour control over the
situation in all locations, the storage and analysis of event logs, and
the remote configuration and alteration of system parameters
- Modern technology and equipment should be utilized. This is a
standard demand of any self-respecting organization. Electronika is a
dynamically growing company which is keeping pace with the times and
fully using the last achievements of scientific and technological
progress
- The possibility should be available to develop system
functionality: equipment should, without considerable investment and
through the use of simple methodology, allow for the addition of new
elements, as well as offer the possibility to upgrade both the hardware
and software components of the system
Besides all of these above demands, the project to equip subsidiary
offices should be also economically justified. Today, success can be
achieved only by strictly economizing resources, clearly defining
objectives, and maintaining control over their achievement. Under these
conditions, the equipment and processes should be verified, worked out
and accurate; in the alternate situation, the client will be required to
either employ a lower quality system that does not meet his demands, or
as time passes the system will have to be modified at all locations
Choice of Solution
Effective systems and a reliable partner
Unimax Co. has worked with Electronika JSB since 2005 and has
presented itself as a reliable partner. Evgenii Tur, head of security of
the bank, described the relationship as such: “We have worked with
Unimax for three years. The solutions offered by this company
distinguish themselves through their attention to detail, are verified
from every point of view, and are implemented at the highest technical
level. All of the systems installed early on in the headquarters of the
bank are serviced by Unimax. This has allowed us to remain worry-free
about their persistent performance.”
All of the relevant circumstances and demands concerning the
equipment of subsidiary offices of the bank were analyzed by specialists
from Unimax during the debriefing on reaching the security objectives.
The successful experience of using the security systems based on the
AxxonSoft Intellect platform in the bank’s headquarters in Moscow and in
several branch offices in Russia has held great significance in the
selection process of security systems. As a result, PC-based VIDEOMAX
video servers produced by Unimax and powered by AxxonSoft software were
chosen as the stationary equipment for the video surveillance system.
The VIDEOMAX video servers have been used for three years in several
branch offices of the Electronika bank and have garnered high praise
from personnel. Over the entire period of operation, there wasn’t a
single equipment malfunction
It also was important that the solution based on the AxxonSoft
products gives the client the possibility of incorporating the local
systems of all branch and subsidiary offices into a united, distributed
security system with a monitoring center at the headquarters in Moscow.
Moreover, the Intellect powered solution can be easily expanded and
modernized, and the PC-based platform is convenient for servicing
stationary equipment in the regions
Client worries concerned only the possibility of a situation arising
where regional service contractors would not be able to maintain the
video surveillance system because of a lack of knowledge of the core
platform
Implementation
An experienced partner in every region
Today, video surveillance systems powered by the Intellect platform
have been equipped in more than 10 subsidiary offices of the bank.
Operations tests have displayed the convenience and effectiveness of
this particular solution. Client worries about the wider service
community’s lack of knowledge about the product were unconfirmed, since
the company AxxonSoft has a wide network of partners through the
country. Companies were found in all regions that have sufficient skills
to successfully operate and service the installed systems
The commercial director of UNIMAX Maksim Petrov stated, “during the
realization of the project of equipping security systems in the bank’s
subsidiary offices, we needed to find subcontractors who could implement
the project at a sufficiently high technical level as well as those
that possessed working knowledge of AxxonSoft products. The results even
exceeded our expectations – in many regions, we had to choose from
several companies who complied with the corporate standards of UNIMAX
and the listed requirements
Effect
Reliability – the foundation of a high reputation
The introduced systems for video surveillance allow for effective
control over everything that happens in the bank. Thanks to this, high
levels of security and of quality of personnel work can be ensured.
“Security and service quality are extremely important in the banking
sphere. They are particularly important for a dynamically developing
bank which has set ambitious objectives. Moreover, the client should be
sure of the absolute reliability of the bank. We don’t doubt that along
with other measures, the systems based on AxxonSoft products will help
Electronika ensure the bank’s sound reputation thanks to their high
level of security,” commented Aleksandr Unisov, the general director of
the UNIMAX Co
Perspectives
A new level of quality work
The expansion of the Electronika bank into the regions is gaining
speed every year. Vast experience has been accumulated through the quick
launching and of subsidiary offices, and in particular, the quick
deployment of all necessary engineering systems, including those related
to security. All implemented measures have been verified, time
necessary for resolving various questions has been kept to a minimum, a
united strategy has been developed, cooperation between subcontractors
has been secured, and channels of centralized supply of equipment have
been established. All of this will allow the system to work effectively
in the future and with a maximum return on investment. Moreover, the
preparation of a technical base for a united monitoring center is being
conducted in the headquarters of the bank. “AxxonSoft systems have
presented us with the possibility of providing remote control over all
our offices. We have high hopes for a centralized location for
monitoring, since we believe that this will elevate the operations of
the security system to a new level,” remarked the head of security
Evgenii Tur
Associates
UNIMAX Ltd. was founded in 2004. The company began its operations
with the production of the digital VIDEOMAX video servers. Today, UNIMAX
offers a whole range of services: the production of equipment for
VIDEOMAX video surveillance systems, project design, equipment supply,
start-up, repair and maintenance of security systems
During the development of equipment solutions, all of the client’s
demands are taken into consideration and studied while the company
specialists employed their vast experience. At the same time, UNIMAX
stands apart through its brave and unique solutions aimed at optimizing
and perfecting its systems.