Physical Security
Risk
Risk to human life and assets due to high incidence of terror attacks
continue to remain a major risk for companies operating in the third
world. The impact would be more on service companies as against
manufacturing companies due to manpower intensive business
model applicable to IT/ ITeS companies and greater time sensitivity
of operations.
HCL Strategy
HCL facilities are organized on a three tier physical security system
based on an integrated security design, comprising of security
infrastructure, CCTV surveillance, and access control, supported
by trained security manpower and robust security procedures. Major
efforts are being focused towards upgrading the technology platforms
of the physical security infrastructure, thereby facilitating integrated
and centralized management of the access control and CCTV
management. Enhanced unified security badge system is being
conceptualized for implementation across the board to allow better
monitoring of staff both during normal operation and also during a
disaster scenario. A well-coordinated protective response to diverse
security threats is assured through a combination of ERTs
(Emergency Response Teams), Facility Evacuation Plans and
strengthening of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans
(DR-BCP). These steps minimize the risk to human life and assets
and provide a high degree of assurance in continuity of operations
with minimal disruptions.
Two pilot projects have recently been launched at Noida Campus to
deploy trained canines for periodic patrolling and to deploy trained
physically well-built security executives to bolster campus security.
In FY 2015, by means of consolidation of the Company’s smaller
facilities into well planned and secure campuses, HCL’s ability to
withstand and recover from deliberate attacks, accidents, or naturally
occurring threats or incidents will increase, contributing to improved
security and greater resilience.