Diebold Receives Top Honor For Physical Security Systems Integration

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, April 2, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Diebold, Incorporated's Global Security Division is the recipient of the 2008 Frost & Sullivan Global Physical Security Systems Integrator of the Year award. The award was established to recognize the diligence and innovation required to implement a successful business plan and excel in the increasingly competitive global marketplace. It is given to companies that demonstrate outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service and strategic product development.

"We're honored to receive such a prestigious industry award that recognizes Diebold's security efforts and our commitment to customers," said Dennis M. Moriarty, Diebold's senior vice president, Global Security Division. "Our focus is on our customers, every hour of every day. Our goal is to help protect them from criminal activity and critical loss while enabling business in a safe, secure and efficient environment. Diebold will continue to provide the thought leadership, cutting-edge technology and integrated solutions our customers depend on daily."

The Global Physical Security Systems of Integrator of the Year award winner is selected by a panel of Frost & Sullivan judges who compare market participants and measure performance criteria. Information is gathered by Frost & Sullivan's industry analysts via in-depth interviews, analysis and extensive secondary research. "Diebold is the only security integrator in the world with a history in the physical security business. Its early development of safes and locks made Diebold a household name," said Dilip Sarangan, research analyst, Frost & Sullivan.

"Today, Diebold's knowledge and expertise in physical, logical and electronic security make them a truly comprehensive security integrator," Sarangan continued. "Diebold's customers have a complete perspective about the many options available for securing their assets and protecting their investments. Diebold's professional services portfolio is one of the strongest in the industry as well."

Diebold Security will formally accept the Global Physical Security Systems of Integrator of the Year award at Frost & Sullivan's "Excellence in Industrial Technologies" banquet to be held Tuesday, April 15 in San Antonio, Texas.

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About Diebold Security

Diebold Security is a leading security integrator with representation in every region of the world. Focusing on the sale, installation and service of security components, Diebold Security provides comprehensive protection and detection solutions to the commercial, financial, government and retail markets. For more information, visit http://www.dieboldsecurity.com/

About Diebold

Diebold, Incorporated is a global leader in providing integrated self- service delivery and security systems and services. Diebold employs more than 17,000 associates with representation in nearly 90 countries worldwide and is headquartered in Canton, Ohio, USA. Diebold reported revenue of $2.9 billion in 2006 and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'DBD.' For more information, visit the company's Web site at http://www.diebold.com/.