O’Charley’s, Inc. Pursues Security Strategy

The Challenge

In 1990, a representative of O’Charley’s, Inc. was referred to ADS Security when searching for a solution that would implement a solid security strategy within their organization. O’Charley’s, Inc. hoped to incorporate a logical and cost-effective plan for all existing stores, as well as a security business plan for the future.

Our Strategy

ADS Security determined this large project would require the implementation of a life safety program in four phases, beginning with 1) the installation of safes with assault features and hold-up buttons; 2) equipping each location with fire protection; 3) installing intrusion detection systems at all facilities for maximum protection; and 4) video surveillance systems.

Benefits

• UL-listed¹, CSAA² Five Diamond Central Station
• State-of-the-Art Intrusion Detection System
• Provides Uniformity Throughout the Company
• Providing 24/7 Service to All Locations
• Cost Effective Implementation

Results

O’Charley’s, Inc. accepted ADS Security’s solution and initiated Phase I of the four life safety phases in 1990, followed by fire protection (Phase II) in 1993, and both the First Alert intrusion systems (Phase III) and CCTV (Phase IV) in 1994. O’Charley’s, Inc. and ADS Security formed a strategic alliance that successfully enhanced and maintained every aspect of security in all eighteen states of operation. ADS Security now protects other brands of O’Charley’s Inc. including Stoney River Legendary Steaks division and the company’s corporate headquarters.

About the Client

O’Charley’s, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, is a multi-concept restaurant company that operates or franchises a total of 358 restaurants under three brands: O’Charley’s, Ninety Nine Restaurant and Stoney River Legendary Steaks. The O’Charley’s concept includes 236 restaurants in 17 states in the Southeast and Midwest, including 227 company-owned and operated O’Charley’s restaurants in 16 states, five franchised O’Charley’s restaurants in Michigan and one in Ohio, and three joint venture O’Charley’s restaurants in Louisiana.

¹ Underwriters Laboratories
² Central Station Alarm Association