The company's beginnings date back to 1987 when Steve Haley, president of ACS, began a company whose focus was parking control. Under his leadership, ACS grew to become the largest parking controls systems provider in Tennessee. Shortly thereafter, ACS started a residential and commercial security division, making ACS a full-service security company. "Our client base is impressive and one of which we are most proud," says Haley. "We have designed and installed systems for the military, major airports, universities, industrial and commercial facilities, and residential estates." ACS is a complete systems integrator, offering a full range of products and services to meet specific needs. Special security needs require special security solutions. Understanding the client's needs is the first step in identifying the best solution. Being able to design a system for a client requires not only knowledge about available security equipment, but also about integrating the hardware to meet the customer's needs. Quality security systems are not mass-produced; they are customized. Early involvement is key. Being a part of the conceptual design is when ACS can offer its expertise of formulating the right security system for the need. State-of-the-art technologies are used to guarantee the systems are fully expandable and can be easily upgraded with maximum efficiency and minimum cost. As needs change, the systems may be modified to keep pace with these changes, offering continued and reliable performance today, tomorrow, and in years to come.