Background

Established in 1952, Takachiho Koheki has been at the forefront of introducing cutting-edge technology solutions to the market, always with an eye on future trends and the betterment of society. Their partnership with Verkada, a leader in cloud-managed enterprise physical security, marks a significant milestone in their journey, blending advanced technologies with a profound commitment to creating a safer, more connected world.

The Evaluation

Takachiho Koheki's foray into the realm of cloud-managed network products, starting in 2012, set the stage for their collaboration with Verkada. Their quest for innovative solutions led them to Verkada in 2020, recognizing the potential to further increase the added value of products and services for their customers. Consequently, Takachiho Koheki was the first to bring Verkada's advanced security solutions to Japan in November 2021.

Why Verkada?

For Takachiho Koheki, what sets Verkada apart is the ease of use and reliability of the solutions, ranging from hybrid cloud cameras and cloud-managed access control to air quality sensors and workplace software. Verkada's 10-year product warranties underscore its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, resonating with Takachiho Koheki's own values.

Takanobu Ide, President of Takachiho Koheki, highlights the transformative impact of Verkada's solutions, noting their simple installation, management, and scalability. The ability to provide remote 24/7 support and over-the-air firmware updates enhances their service quality, fostering trust and loyalty among customers. 

"Customers highly appreciate and value the ease of expansion without the need for a server, centralized management in the cloud, reduced management effort for implementation and operation, and the ability to always use the latest features securely.”

[“これまでのオンプレミスのソリューションと異なり、サーバを必要とせずクラウドで一元管理でき拡張が容易なことや、導入や運用の管理工数が削減でき、常に最新の機能を安全利用できることができることは、お客様もメリットと感じ高く評価いただいています。

当社も新たなシステムを追加することなく、お客様でトラブルが発生してもすぐに状態を把握し遠隔から支援することができます。”]

Enterprise-Grade Security for Smarter, Safer Buildings

“Verkada offers a wide range of solutions that are integrated with each other, including not only hybrid cloud cameras and cloud-managed access control systems but also air quality sensors, intercoms, and workplace solutions such as visitor and mailroom management. Additionally, we believe that a significant difference is that many of their products come with a 10-year warranty.”

[“Verkadaは、他社のソリューションと比べてクラウドカメラやクラウド型の入退室管理システムだけでなく、環境センサー、インターフォン、そして来訪者やメールルーム管理などのワークプレースのソリューションなど、幅広いソリューションが提供され連携しています。また、多くの商品で10年保証されていることも大きな違いだと考えています。”]

Takachiho Koheki uses Verkada’s product suite in its headquarters to create smarter, more efficient work environments. Their office deployment includes:

• Air Quality Sensors: The company maintains a healthy and comfortable working environment with the ability to detect temperature, humidity, smoke, and air pollutant levels such as CO2, TVOC, and PM2.5.

• Access Control: Employees use smartphones as digital keycards with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) unlock.

• Intercom: Staff answer calls and grant entry from anywhere through a mobile app, tablet, web browser, or any existing phone number. 

• Workplace and Guest: The company welcomes visitors with modern and customizable check-in flows, including touchless sign-in via QR Code, document signing, and automated arrival notifications to hosts.

• Alarms: Intrusion sensors, alarm panels, and keypads offer extra building protection, while professional monitoring agents double as virtual guards to ensure after-hours security.

The smart office security system addresses the evolving needs of modern workplaces, promoting employee health and safety along with operational efficiency.

Looking Ahead: A Shared Vision for the Future

Partnering with Verkada, Takachiho Koheki is poised to make significant strides in enhancing safety, security, and connectivity, ultimately contributing to a brighter, more secure future.

As the company continues to bridge the gap between advanced technologies and society, it is committed to providing best-in-class solutions to customers and shaping the new standard for physical security in Japan.

“Verkada has expanded our cloud service portfolio, and we aim for further growth by turning it into a managed service in the future.”

[“当社はマネージドサービスを中心としたクラウドサービスや保守サービスを成長事業として位置づけ事業成長を実現しています。

Verkadaは我々のクラウドサービスのポートフォリオを拡充させ、今後はマネージドサービス化することで更なる成長を目指しています。”]