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With comfort your author explains how Shivansh Heights decoded security management with the help of Hikvision’s solution team. 

by Prerna Mistry

Shivansh Heights at Ranchi is one of the most prestigious residential projects in the town. The core team of developers added the dimension of premium security to this heavenly abode. The innovative apartment security solution was designed with the help of Hikvision’s solution team based on the wish list. The bespoke security solution turned out to be the perfect fit for residents; it offered total security while ensuring peace of mind for residents.

Security Solution Brief

The security objectives spelled out by the developers were quite comprehensive. They included enhanced security, streamlined visitor management, improved resident communication and integrated advanced automation.

Decoding Challenges

• Resident Communication — Lack of an efficient system for inter-flat communication and coordination with security staff
• Access Control — Ensuring secure yet convenient access for residents, staff and visitors
  Video Security Integration — Need for real-time monitoring and seamless integration with the existing CCTV network
• Automation and Scalability — Developing a system that supports future expansion and smart automation features

Solution Overview

The management aimed to implement a cutting-edge security and communication solution that incorporates advanced technology, automation and centralized management. Hikvision’s Video Door Phone products were selected to meet these objectives.

Key components included:

• Master Station: Centralized Control
  • Acts as the nerve center for managing door stations, indoor stations and visitor logs. This system enables real-time monitoring of visitor calls. It also allows security staff to grant or deny access remotely. 
• User-Friendly Interface
  • The 7-in. touchscreen offers an intuitive interface for quick and efficient operation. It enhances monitoring and security capabilities.
• Video Intercom Kit: Resident-Focused Design
  • Each apartment is equipped with the kit, including an indoor and outdoor station. The system facilitates two-way communication and real-time visitor video verification. This allows remote unlocking via the Hik-Connect app. The Smart features include high-resolution video with night vision and IP65-rated durability for outdoor stations.
• Video Door Station Advanced Access Control
  • Positioned at the main entrance, it is the first line of defense with features such as HD video for visitor identification, access via radio frequency identification cards and weatherproof design (which is reliable in all conditions with IP65-rated protection).

Key Benefits Delivered

• Enhanced Efficiency in Visitor Management
  • Visitors register at the outdoor station, with their details automatically logged. Security staff can use the master station to monitor visitor activities and manage access. 
• Improved Resident Communication
  • Residents can communicate directly with visitors and security personnel using indoor stations. This enables inter-flat calling and messaging, resulting in seamless communication among residents.
• Advanced Access Control
  • Residents access the premises using RFID cards, PIN codes or mobile apps. Unauthorized attempts trigger alerts for security intervention.
• Integrated Video Security Solution
  • The system integrates with the complex’s CCTV cameras, allowing residents to view live feeds on their indoor stations. Security staff can monitor multiple areas from a single centralized interface.

Implementation Process

• Requirement Analysis: A detailed survey identified key entry points, communication needs and infrastructure gaps.
• System Design: A tailored, scalable solution was designed to integrate all components and accommodate future expansion. 
• Installation: Installed lobby stations at entrances. We equipped all apartments with Video Door Phone kits. The centralized control was set up with the master station. 
• Training and Support: Comprehensive training sessions ensured optimal usage for residents and security staff. 
• Results Achieved: Due to strengthened security, the problem of unauthorized access was significantly reduced through robust access control and surveillance integration. 
• Swift Entry and Exit: Time efficiency was ensured due to automated visitor registration and remote access control, minimizing delays at entry points of the residential premises. 
• Smart Convenience: Enhanced resident experience and features like inter-flat communication and smart automation improved daily convenience.
• Future-Ready Infrastructure: Modular design and cloud connectivity ensure scalability for additional features or system expansion.

Key Features

• Flat-to-Flat Communication: Residents can call or message each other directly using indoor stations, fostering community interaction. Useful for coordination within families or sharing important updates among neighbors
• Main Entrance Verification: Visitors register at the video door station, with details recorded and monitored by security staff.
• Perimeter Surveillance: CCTV integration ensures comprehensive coverage around the complex.
• Biometric Access: Residents and staff use advanced authentication methods like facial recognition.
• Indoor Monitoring: Live camera feeds accessible via indoor stations allow residents to monitor entry points. 
• Emergency Alerts: Panic buttons and tamper alarms trigger immediate responses from security teams.
• Enhanced Camera Integration: Indoor stations support live viewing of connected CCTV cameras. Residents can switch between multiple camera feeds for a real-time overview of the premises. Security staff can access all camera feeds centrally via the master station, ensuring efficient monitoring.

Perspectives

Commenting on the process, Vineet Bagla, director, Globe Solutions, the system integrator, said:
“One of the key challenges was integrating a solution that catered to a diverse set of needs. Shivansh Heights, being a high-end residential complex, demanded features that were not just functional but also intuitive and user-friendly. The inter-flat communication capabilities of the VDP system brought residents closer together, fostering a sense of community. The centralized control provided by the master station allowed the security staff to manage all entry points efficiently, ensuring quick responses to potential threats or visitor queries. Residents can now verify visitors in real time through the Hik-Connect app, using live video calls and remote access controls. The app’s integration with smart home devices offers residents greater control over their environment. The solution’s ability to integrate with CCTV infrastructure ensured a comprehensive security setup without unnecessary redundancies.”

Sanjay Kumar Parashrampuria, director, Parashrampuria Group, said:

“Delivering security and luxury to the customers at Shivansh Heights was our key objective. In today’s world, safety and technology play a critical role in enhancing residential experiences, and this is why we chose to collaborate with Hikvision for our security solutions.”