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Heath said. “With their partnership, we have found solutions to many of the unprecedented security and branch challenges faced in today's complex world of threats to financial institutions.” STS Group consulted with Cadence Bank, listening intently to its unique security challenges and needs to identify the most effective solutions for this problem. Utilizing our team of security experts and our in-house research and development lab, we worked tirelessly to create a plan of attack. STS Group designed a long-term, multi-phased strategic plan that would help Cadence Bank greatly reduce revenue loss and disruption of business. Phase 1: Motion Detection Motion detection was added to ATM and ITM surveillance cameras. STS Group helped set up crucial alerts that, once triggered, go immediately to Cadence Bank’s in-house 24/7, 365-days-a-year security console. This security operations console was set up by STS Group years ago to enable in-house, live monitoring of all branches around the clock. Once alerted, Cadence security personnel now have a bird’s-eye view of any suspicious activity. Alerts are set up for various suspicious events including excessive time on site, abnormal vehicle movement, and more. Phase 2: Anti-Jackpotting Kits The second phase of the STS ATM security arsenal included adding an anti-jackpotting kit. This

solution, offered by STS Group, adds an extra layer of protection that prevents criminals from getting through the hood of the ATM and accessing valuable customer data and information. Phase 3: Swing Gates Finally, STS Group helped install a powerful deterrent —- swing gates. This high-quality steel structure adds an extra level of protection and also acts as a deterrent against future criminal activity. Now, when criminals are running surveillance and trying to determine their next easy target, they will pass by Cadence ATMs. Cadence Bank is no longer considered a soft target. “Earlier this year we implemented the 3rd and final phase of our ATM security plan created by STS Group. We could not be more pleased with the results we have seen so far. This has been a powerful investment that will deliver immeasurable cost-savings to our financial institution over the long haul,” Heath said. STS Group stands ready to help your organization secure and protect your ATMs/ITMs from fraud and theft. Ready to be taken off the bad guy’s soft target list? Adam Stephens, VP of Sales, is ready to help you determine a strategy that best fits your needs and budget. You can contact him directly to schedule an introductory consultation. He can be reached by phone at 256-957-8018, or by email at adams@stsgrp.com.

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