[September 29, 2014]

Protection 1 Implements Cisco Meraki Technology to Upgrade its Telecommunications System using Its Newly Cisco Certified Internal Resources

Protection 1, the largest full-service business and home security company in the U.S., today announced the recent commencement of a self-performed project to upgrade its telecommunications system to the latest Cisco (News - Alert) Meraki technology, using its internal resources to design, implement and commission the system. Protection 1 operates a Network Operations Center (NOC (News - Alert)) out of its Integrated Systems Group which is staffed with highly experienced certified engineers capable of designing and provisioning broadband networks for its customers. These team members are Cisco Certified, Meraki Certified, and Sonicwall Certified experts who recently helped the NOC to earn Cisco Cloud and Managed Services Express Partner Certification. Protection 1 is the only security integrator to hold this designation.

"When we found the need to upgrade our telecommunications systems to the latest in cloud-based solutions, we turned to our own internal expertise to get the job done," said Donald Young, Chief Information and Operating Officer for Protection 1. "We deliver these services to our customers, so it only made sense that we take advantage of the talent that lies within our own four walls for this project."

Upgrading to the latest in cloud-based technology using internal resources was made ossible by the highly trained and highly skilled engineers on staff at Protection 1. This talented group of individuals designs, installs and commissions complex IT-sensitive networks for companies that either do not have the internal resources to accomplish the task or for those who want a dedicated security-only network.

Upon completion of the upgrade, Protection 1 will realize a considerable annual telecommunications cost savings of approximately 50%, increase available bandwidth by 1,000% and will have implemented a 4G fail-over back-up. Return on its investment is expected to be achieved in six months or less.

"The Cisco Meraki technology is one of our leading solutions for our customers," stated Christopher BenVau, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Solutions for Protection 1. "We are fortunate to be able to utilize our internal talent to implement the same cost-saving solution that we offer customers. And when we use the same technology we sell, we reinforce our position as a solution provider."

About Protection 1

Protection 1, the largest full service business and home security company in the U.S., provides installation, maintenance, and monitoring of single-family home security systems, business security systems and multifamily security systems.

Protection 1 serves nearly 2 million customers and employs over 3,500 people in more than 70 office locations and five UL Certified monitoring centers across the country. The company has a 97.3% customer satisfaction rating and an A+ Better Business Bureau Rating. In keeping with the company's unwavering focus on customer service, the automated phone attendant has been removed, allowing customers to interact immediately with customer care personnel. In addition, Protection 1 has introduced its Tech Tracker notification service as well as a same-day service policy.

In addition, Protection 1 offers network management services through its Network Operations Center and is the only company in the security industry to hold Cisco Cloud and Managed Services Express Partner Certification.

Since 2012, the company has been recognized by leading industry publications SDM Magazine and Security Sales and Integration as Dealer of the Year and Installer of the Year respectively for the company's commitment to its customers, the industry and the communities it serves. For more information about Protection 1, visit Protection1.com.

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