Oman's central bank integrates security system with ST Electronics

By Enterprise Innovation Editors | Nov 23, 2009

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The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) is expected to have a more robust and centralized security system after its implementation of security enhancement services from ST Electronics across its headquarters and two branches in Oman.

"Security is an ever-changing and evolving activity in today's world, and organisations need to have effective centralised integrated security solutions to protect themselves from ever growing exposures and threats. There is a need for a n integrated security solution, especially for CBO, as it serves the finance sector, government and international institutions. I am confident of the capabilities and expertise of STET and CBO project team. This project will upgrade the existing security infrastructure and the management at CBO while meeting the expectations of various stakeholders," said H.E. Hamood Sangour Al Zadjali, Executive President, Central Bank of Oman.

"The Gulf States is an important market for ST Electronics. Having provided security consultancy over the past few years, this contract represents yet another milestone in our entry into the Oman market. Our capabilities and track record in providing robust infocomm solutions, information security as well as homeland security solutions enable us to offer our clients end-to-end solutions that encompass both software and systems security as well as intelligent building and access management.," said Lee Fook Sun, President, ST Electronics.

STET Homeland Security Services is associated with the central bank for the last two years. They started with providing the security consultancy to CBO and now will be designing, supplying, and installing, testing and commissioning the whole security management system.