Yonge Sheppard Centre
“The Avigilon Alta Access solution has been extremely reliable. Our tenants and we are very happy with the seamless mobile access experience.”
- Rosa Garofalo, General Manager at RioCan REIT Yonge Sheppard Centre
Simplifying building and security operations
RioCan’s Yonge Sheppard Centre utilized Avigilon’s Alta access control and Unity video security solutions to enable secure tenant access and enhance security and coverage.
Enhanced security
Alta Access helps prevent unauthorized entry at the Yonge Sheppard Centre’s office towers, improving tenant safety.
Smart integrations
Alta Access seamlessly integrates with braXos elevator destination dispatch and a third-party video intercom system.
Expansive coverage
The AI-powered Avigilon cameras eliminate blind spots, enhancing security coverage of the Yonge Sheppard Centre.
Video management
The Unity Video VMS provides real-time alerts, enabling the Yonge Sheppard Centre’s security team to respond to events.
A powerful hybrid solution
Discover how the Yonge Sheppard Centre utilized Avigilon’s cloud-based Alta Access and on-premise Unity Video solutions for greater security and safety for shoppers, visitors and office tenants.
Challenge: overhaul site security
During the Yonge Sheppard Centre’s redevelopment, leadership recognized that the access control system in its office towers was outdated. An overhaul was required to help ensure the premises continue to provide a safe and secure environment.
RioCan also wanted to expand the site’s existing on-premise Avigilon Unity video security solution. The redevelopment of the site, along with its updated layout and newly constructed areas, necessitated the installation of additional security cameras.
Solution: future-proof technology
By implementing Avigilon Alta Access and extending its Unity Video solution, the site has enhanced its security and efficiency.
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Reliable access control
The Yonge Sheppard Centre has streamlined access control at its office towers, enabling it to help secure spaces, stop unauthorized access and maintain safety.
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Comprehensive visibility
The high-resolution Avigilon cameras improved site coverage, enabling the security team to detect and respond to events.
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Evidentiary video for investigations
The Avigilon cameras in the site’s loading dock capture clear video, including vehicle license plate details, significantly supporting incident investigations.
Result: improved security posture
Adopting Avigilon Alta Access and expanding its Unity Video solution has improved the Yonge Sheppard Centre’s security posture and operational efficiency.
The cloud-native Alta Access solution has not only modernized the access experience for tenants and visitors but also eliminated the need for physical access cards.
The expanded Avigilon Unity video solution, with its comprehensive camera coverage, has proven invaluable for managing trespassing events, hazard detection and evidence gathering.
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