August 1, 2008—The Rhode Island Convention Center is in a planning phase for a one-system approach that can interact with all its existing systems. Milestone software was chosen for the project.
Howard Allen, chief of security at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, says, “We want to have the capability to patch in with all the systems running over fiber network for the greatest flexibility and scalability. We’re constantly integrating and adding new devices. Danetech Inc. helped us install the Milestone software that is user friendly, and the image clarity is better.”
“We’re looking to integrate into a full solution with Milestone XProtect Enterprise. The first to go in were cameras for the concession areas, and other cameras have been added easily,” says Torben Bernfeld, president of Danetech. “Milestone handles the widest choice in hardware, allowing easy migration to new technologies and a best-of-breed solution.”
The convention center’s security command center is manned 24/7 and currently runs the mix of old and new surveillance equipment. With more network cameras being added all the time, the Milestone platform acts as the core to manage all the elements, even integrated access control, fire and alarm systems. The reconstruction of the buildings has allowed the opportunity to upgrade to the IP network approach that will bring them greater scalability, cost efficiencies, and operational effectiveness. Security staff with radios roaming the parking garages, lobbies, and elsewhere are informed of any incidents from the command center and can respond fast.
The Rhode Island Convention Center consists of a 100,000 square foot exhibition hall, a grand ballroom of 20,000 square feet, and 23 meeting rooms totaling another 37,000. Two garages hold parking for 2,500 vehicles. This is home of the Bruins farm team and Providence college basketball, and a municipal venue to concerts and big events.
For more information visit Milestone Web site.
