Datawatch Systems named access control provider for 14 Wall Street

On behalf of building ownership, leading access control and security systems integrator Datawatch Systems has completed a comprehensive access control installation and upgrade at 14 Wall St. More than 15 perimeter and elevator readers within the building were converted during the installation. In addition, equipment was installed for communication between the building and Datawatch Systems' 24/7/365 center strategically located in Bethesda, Md. Approximately 3,200 credentials with unique access levels are now in use every day within the building. "As we continue to expand our presence throughout the nation, we're equally committed to growing our dominance in New York City by further strengthening our strategic alliances with building owners," said Sean Brown, vice president of business development for Datawatch Systems. "14 Wall St. is one of the City's finest properties, and we're extremely pleased to have been named the access control provider of record here." Constructed in 1914, 14 Wall St. hosts 1.04 million s/f of commercial space. The 37-story building is located across from the New York Stock Exchange. The building was designated as a New York City Landmark in 1997. Founded in 1981, Datawatch Systems is a full-service commercial office building access control system provider serving a roster of more than 2,250 buildings domestically and globally. The heart of the company's automated system is its 24-hour computerized monitoring center that enables multi-level security customized to the needs of individual clients. A complete managed security solutions provider, the company employs a staff of 175and in addition to its headquarters in Bethesda, MD, operates regional offices in Orlando, FL; Raleigh, NC; Houston, TX; New York, NY; Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA and Richmond, VA.