Bosch Security Systems, Inc. works closely with an extensive network of certified dealers and integrators to design dependable security and life safety solutions for the market. Our broad portfolio of products and systems for video surveillance, access control, and intrusion and fire detection are used by major schools and universities, government agencies, correctional facilities, retail stores, casinos and in many other commercial environments throughout North America.
Our significant investment in research and development is unsurpassed in the security industry and enables us to regularly update our existing products and introduce new technologies. These advancements are continually recognized by the market. For example, the products we manufacture for networked video systems have won 11 awards in the last three years. Our solution for integrating building security and management systems across an enterprise has been implemented by various Fortune 500 companies and can facilitate centralized management of an organization's assets. Testing by independent certified regulatory compliance organizations verifies updates to our intrusion and fire systems extend beyond minimum compliance requirements. And, while technological innovation is important, we ensure that new product development addresses all the concerns paramount in the world of security and life safety today, including performance, quality, and ease of installation, maintenance and use.
Bosch is also committed to upholding the highest standards for service. Our goal is total customer satisfaction through products, service and support. Bosch associates work closely with customers to help them win new business. Technical support services are easily accessible via phone, email and the Internet for installers working to develop and maintain high-quality security systems, and we provide extensive training to make sure our customers understand how to get the most from their systems.
For more than 100 years, the Bosch name has stood for quality and reliability. We are there for our customers during all crucial phases of a project: before, during and after the sale.
Facts and Figures
Bosch Security Systems, Inc. is a division of the Bosch Group, a global supplier of technology and services in the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology. The company was founded by Robert Bosch in 1886, and today the Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 300 subsidiary and regional companies in more than 50 countries.
The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in safeguarding its future. Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation.
Financial Information
2007 Worldwide Sales of the Bosch Group: $63 billion
2006 Worldwide Sales of Bosch Security Systems: $2 billion
Employment Information
The Bosch Group: 271,000 associates worldwide
Bosch Security Systems: 10,800 associates worldwide
Bosch Security Systems Executives
Important Milestones for Bosch Security Systems
2008 - Bosch acquired Extreme CCTV
2006 - Bosch acquired Telex Communications
2005 - Bosch acquired ADC Technologies International
2004 - Bosch acquired VCS and MICOS
2002 - Bosch acquired Philips Communications Security Systems
2001 - Bosch acquired Detection Systems and Radionics
