Burglar Alarm Security Setup Across 70 Branches of Karur Vysya Bank

objective:

Karur Vysya Bank (KVB), a prominent private sector bank with branches across South India, required a security alarm system to reduce the risk of unauthorized access, theft, and break-ins across 70 of its branches. The bank needed a reliable solution that could alert local security teams and branch managers in real time during any security breach, especially outside banking hours. Brihaspathi Technologies was assigned the task of supplying and installing the burglar alarm systems across selected locations.

70+

70+ Devices Installed

45+

Branches Covered

33

Districts Involved

Challenges :

  1. 1 Varying Branch Infrastructure: Each branch had a different layout and physical structure, requiring customized installation plans to cover all vulnerable entry points.
  2. 2 After-Hours Security Gaps: Many security incidents occur during late hours or holidays. The system had to be functional even when the branch was closed and unattended.
  3. 3 False Alerts and Sensitivity Tuning Balancing sensitivity to avoid false alarms triggered by movement, vibration, or environmental noise was a critical concern.
  4. 4 Branch-Wise Coordination :With 70 branches involved, installation had to be organized to avoid service disruption and maintain daily banking operations.
  5. 5 Emergency Response ProtocolsSetting up quick and effective notification paths to alert branch heads and law enforcement when the alarm was triggered.

Solutions :

  1. 1Customized Burglar Alarm Units Installed:
    Each branch was fitted with a burglar alarm panel connected to motion sensors and magnetic contacts at entry doors, windows, and critical vault areas.
  2. 224/7 Monitoring Capability:
    The alarm system operated continuously, providing full-time protection, including after business hours and during holidays.
  3. 3Automatic Alerts via SMS or Call:
    If the alarm was triggered, instant alerts were sent to designated bank officials and the local security service team through SMS or automated phone calls.
  4. 4Tamper-Proof Setup:
    Panels were installed in concealed or elevated locations to prevent tampering, and power backups were provided to maintain system operation during outages.
  5. 5Scheduled Installation and Staff Orientation:
    Teams were deployed in phases, and staff at each branch were given a quick walkthrough on arming/disarming procedures and how to respond in case of alerts.

RESULT:

Security Alarm Coverage Across All 70 Branches
- All target branches were brought under the surveillance of a standardized burglar alarm system.

Quick Response to Intrusions
- Several attempted break-ins were deterred as the alarm triggered alerts that led to immediate on-site responses.

Minimal Installation Disruption
- The project was completed without interfering with regular banking hours or customer operations.

Branch-Wise Monitoring by Bank Security
- Designated personnel received daily status updates and instant notifications, improving internal coordination on security matters.

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