Smart Protection

The Foundation and Extension of Cybersecurity

Author: Proximus NXT

01/04/2024

ICT solutions

In an increasingly complex socio-economic environment, where interactions are frequent and widespread, Proximus NXT offers Smart Protection solutions designed to significantly enhance the safety and security of business operations. To detect and respond in real time to threats affecting workplaces, public spaces, and critical infrastructures, these solutions leverage advanced technologies such as sensors, cameras, and access control systems, all strengthened by artificial intelligence.

“Our initial activities focused on critical infrastructures in the energy, public safety, and airport sectors. Today, we are extending these solutions to the finance and industrial sectors, applying the same expertise developed for critical infrastructures,” explains Nicolas Andres, Sales Consultant Smart Protection & Unified Collaboration at Proximus NXT.

Comprehensive Physical Security Solutions

Video intercoms, for instance, manage building access and enable communication via an audio/video channel without physical interaction. They can be integrated with automatic door openers to facilitate access for visitors with reduced mobility and provide visual identification to reduce the risk of unauthorized entry.

Access control systems centralize and secure physical and virtual access to spaces, eliminating the need for physical keys and boosting productivity.

Video protection, combining imagery and artificial intelligence, instantly detects intrusion attempts and suspicious behavior. It integrates advanced features such as motion detection, facial recognition, and integration with other security systems, providing valuable insights to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.

“We leverage our expertise in intelligent video analytics to respond to various scenarios: detecting intrusions, monitoring inventory, or even counting people,” adds Nicolas Andres. “Security operators are supported by AI, which continuously analyzes video feeds and sends alerts based on pre-defined scenarios. Operators can focus solely on responding and making the final decisions.”

Physical Security Integrated with Cybersecurity

By deploying Proximus NXT’s Smart Protection solutions, businesses can strengthen the security of their premises and protect their assets against vandalism and theft. High-definition video and intelligent analysis make identifying and tracking suspects easier.

“Our solutions provide the first line of physical defense, while our cybersecurity capabilities ensure that physical defenses do not become entry points for intruders,” Nicolas Andres emphasizes.

Proximus NXT’s network expertise complements this approach by integrating additional security measures across fixed and mobile telecommunications networks. Additionally, surveillance and access control systems provide building managers with practical insights into space utilization, a key advantage in the context of hybrid work.

“Our Smart Protection solutions are closely linked to the workplace environment and offer promising innovation opportunities,” concludes Nicolas Andres.