What happens if the systems keeping your business safe stop working? If security & safety fail or automation breaks, operations can halt, productivity can drop, and both clients and employees can lose trust. This is where top System Integration and Installation Experts make all the difference.
Anand V Bhat, Founder & CMD of BNB Security & Automation Solutions Pvt. Ltd., has built a company that ensures businesses remain protected, efficient, and future-ready.
Key achievements under Anand V Bhat’s leadership:
- Completed over 200 projects covering more than 40 million sq. ft. within India
- Achieved a CAGR of over 50%
- Maintained a client retention rate above 90%
- Embraced AI-driven monitoring, IoT-based surveillance, and cloud automation
- Earned multiple awards and top ratings from D&B and CRISIL
- Expanded business to Southeast Asia and the Middle East
Through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, Anand V Bhat continues to expand the company’s capabilities. His leadership and innovative approach have firmly established BNB as a benchmark of excellence in security, automation, and workplace solutions.
Two Decades in Advanced Security and Automation Services
BNB Security & Automation was born from Anand V Bhat’s vision to provide advanced security, safety, and automation solutions while creating meaningful employment opportunities. Motivated by this goal, he moved from the Middle East to build a company that could make a lasting impact in the industry.
With over twenty years of experience in his kitty and a deep passion for security and automation, Anand V Bhat set out to create a leading enterprise in the year 2011. Like any new business, the company faced early challenges, from securing funding to building a skilled team and winning its first clients. Overcoming these obstacles laid a strong foundation for growth and shaped a culture of resilience, innovation, and excellence that continues to guide the company today.
Skilled Teams Deliver Reliable Solutions
At the core of BNB Security & Automation Solutions’ success is its focus on people, culture, and a strong foundation, which allows the company to handle even the most complex client challenges effectively. Regular training and certifications ensure employees perform at their best, and by combining skilled, motivated talent with a positive work environment, the company consistently delivers reliable solutions and excellent results. This strength was especially evident during the pandemic, when operations stopped for the first three months. Despite the difficulties, the team kept the business running and supported over 150 families. Their dedication and resilience helped the company survive and achieve 7% growth during the COVID year, highlighting the power of its people, culture, and leadership.
Strong Organizational Culture
Building a strong company culture is not easy, but BNB has been successful so far by making customer focus and quality core values of the company from its foundation. These values are practiced every day through training, guidance, and regular updates, creating a workplace that encourages and supports employees. The leadership team’s focus on collaboration and helping employees grow has made the culture stronger and led to high employee retention and consistent success.
Investing in Research and Development
Technology is changing fast, and trends like AI-driven monitoring, IoT-based surveillance, and cloud automation are set to make systems smarter and more efficient. BNB Security & Automation is keeping up by quickly adopting these new technologies while continuing to focus on excellent service. The company also invests heavily in research, development, and IT, ensuring it stays updated, innovative, and ahead in the security and automation industry.
Smart Building Solutions
BNB Security & Automation leverages advanced smart building solutions to deliver seamless, efficient, and intelligent systems:
- GSOC (Global Security Operations Center): Centralized platform integrating operations, surveillance, alarms, events, and access control and real-time incident response.
- Video Surveillance & AI Analytics: AI-driven video monitoring, anomaly detection, facial recognition, and behavior analysis.
- Smart Access Control: Biometric and mobile-based authentication with multi-factor and touchless access.
- Smart Parking Management: Entrance control, ANPR, and IoT sensors for seamless entry, occupancy tracking, and optimized space use.
- ICT Solutions, AV, Display & Signage: Advanced IT & AV Solutions to address business requirements, and cloud-connected digital signage and interactive displays for real-time information and engagement.
- Integrated Building Management System (IBMS): A centralised system integrating HVAC, lighting, security, access control, life safety, and other utility systems for efficiency and occupant comfort.
- Analytics & Reporting: AI dashboards for insights into occupancy, energy usage, and system performance.
Innovation at BNB
To deliver future-ready solutions, BNB has implemented several cutting-edge innovations:
- AI‑Powered Threat Detection: Edge-based analytics, biometric and mobile-based solutions, and cloud-enabled systems.
- IoT‑Enabled Automation: Centralized control solutions for resource efficiency.
- Integrated Command & Control: AI-based central monitoring, systems for real-time alerts and rapid response.
- Energy Efficiency Solutions: Smart and adaptive systems using AI, sustainability analytics, and carbon-monitoring tools to align with ESG goals and reduce waste.
These innovations demonstrate how BNB transforms traditional infrastructure into intelligent, efficient, and secure environments, keeping clients ahead of technology trends.
Commitment To Maintain Data Security and Client Privacy
Security and trust are at the core of everything BNB does. The company holds four ISO certifications covering quality, safety, environmental protection, and data security, which help maintain credibility with clients and partners. Strict ethical policies are followed in all projects. Being an equal opportunity employer, over the years, BNB has developed a strong organizational culture, ensuring that data protection, client privacy, and ethical practices are rigorously followed.
Two Companies Create One Powerful Solution
BNB Workplace (P) Ltd, partnering with Steelcase, and BNB Security & Automation, partnering with global OEMs, collaborate closely within a shared client network, combining their expertise to offer a full spectrum of office space solutions—from safety and security to automation and workplace comfort to provide the best workplace experiences. Their seamless integration creates a powerful synergy, allowing companies to deliver efficient, innovative, and future-ready solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern workplaces with consistency and excellence.
Accolades and Achievements
BNB’s leadership and credibility in the industry are reflected through numerous awards and recognitions.
The company has been consistently praised by customers and suppliers for:
- Exceptional service and commitment to quality
- Dedication to excellence in every project
- Strong operational performance and financial stability, with top ratings from CRISIL and Duns & Bradstreet (D&B)
- Impactful social contributions
Strategic Collaborations
BNB is actively exploring strategic collaborations to drive growth and innovation. The company is in the advanced stages of acquiring two startups—one focused on innovation and the other on IT solutions—to strengthen and complement its existing offerings. Alongside these acquisitions, BNB has built strong partnerships with several global product manufacturers, enabling the company to expand its technology capabilities and provide more comprehensive, cutting-edge solutions to its clients.
Advice to Young Entrepreneurs and Emerging Leaders
Anand V Bhat advises young entrepreneurs and emerging leaders in the security and automation sector to trust their strengths and focus on creating value instead of just chasing money. Take smart risks, face challenges with honesty and kindness, and always act with integrity.
Success comes from balancing ambition with ethical practices, supporting your team, and keeping a commitment to learning, growing, and embracing new ideas.
Quick Takes
1. One tool or app you would recommend to professionals in your industry:
One recommended tool is a modern ticketing and runbook app that links alarms to SOP steps and evidence, and is actively updated by your team daily.
2. One quote that motivates you the most:
Ratan Tata’s quote, “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.”
3. One piece of advice you would offer to upcoming entrepreneurs or future business leaders:
Never cut corners
4. One movie or book you recommend everyone in business or leadership should experience:
Wings of Fire by APJ Abdul Kalam
Anand V Bhat’s 5 Powerful Business Mantras
- Trust Your Strengths: Focus on your abilities and expertise rather than chasing short-term gain.
- Take Calculated Risks: Growth comes from stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing opportunities.
- Value People and Culture: Invest in your team, nurture talent, and build a strong organizational foundation.
- Prioritize Excellence and Innovation: Stay ahead by adopting new technologies and delivering reliable solutions.
- Lead with Compassion and Integrity: Uphold ethical practices, support others, and maintain trust in all business dealings.
