Tag: Access Control

7 Video Surveillance Trends Impacting Facilities Managers in 2026

By Dean Drako, Brivo May 28, 2026 Access Control

Updated: May 28, 2026

Video surveillance systems are evolving from passive recording to cloud-native AI-powered systems that provide risk detection, notification, and real-time information for facilities managers. The cloud and artificial intelligence are essential to this transformation, enabling remote access, ongoing updates, custom searches, and business-specific reports. These new capabilities create both opportunity and tension. While AI cloud-based systems […]

5 Strategies to Improve Hospital Security on a Budget

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer May 26, 2026 Access Control

Updated: May 26, 2026

Hospitals face unique physical security challenges stemming from their complex layouts and round-the-clock operations. Unlike traditional office buildings, healthcare facilities must balance stringent access control with the need for rapid emergency response. Facilities managers can protect staff, patients, and assets through strategic, budget-conscious security measures that address the sector’s distinct vulnerabilities without compromising operational efficiency. […]

The Evolution of Security Operations in High-Risk, High-Visibility Environments

By Marcus Skeen, WGS Group Apr 17, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Apr 17, 2026

If you’ve ever worked security at a stadium or festival, you know how those large-scale venues bring people together. The bad news, however, is that they also bring complex risks. The crowds are larger, so threats can appear faster. Our standby techniques, like gates and guards, can no longer get the job done on their […]

5 Best Practices for Balancing Security and Data Privacy at Facilities

By Mathieu Chevalier, Genetec Inc. Apr 15, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Apr 15, 2026

Modern facilities generate vast amounts of data through physical security systems. This includes video feeds, access control records, visitor logs, and license plate information, among others. For facilities managers, it’s an operational concern that affects risk management, compliance, and day-to-day decision-making. Responsibly protecting this data has become a core part of running safe, compliant, and […]

SIA Names Best New Security Products at ISC West 2026

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 27, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Mar 27, 2026

During the ISC West trade show in Las Vegas, the Security Industry Association (SIA) announced the 2026 winners of the SIA New Products and Solutions (NPS) Awards. Since its inception in 1979, the flagship awards program has recognized innovative security products, services, and solutions. Top among the winners were Ones Technology with the 2026 Best New Product Award for […]

Stronger Physical Security Means Partnering with Your IT Team

By Matthew Fabian, Genetec Mar 10, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Mar 10, 2026

The convergence of physical security and IT has been happening for years, spurred initially by the transition from analog to IP-based systems and, more recently, by the move to cloud-based solutions. This evolution has required close collaboration between IT, physical security, and facility teams. Findings from the 2026 Genetec State of Physical Security Report show that IT departments are playing a larger […]

How to Maintain Facility Security During Renovations

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer Mar 4, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Mar 4, 2026

Renovations bring many changes that can affect a building’s security. Doors are often left unlocked so construction crews can move in and out, and traditional measures like cameras may go offline to accommodate rewiring or repainting. These shifts create opportunities for theft and unauthorized access. Facilities managers must adapt quickly to keep people and property […]

8 Trends Defining the Future of Identity Management

By Joe Bebon, Editor Feb 20, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Feb 20, 2026

A new report from HID reveals how organizations worldwide are fundamentally reshaping their approach to identity management, which plays a major role in access control and security in facilities. Based on insights from more than 1,500 security and IT professionals, end users, and industry partners, the 2026 State of Security and Identity Report shows that […]

The ‘Non-Compliance Tax’: How to Turn Regulatory Checks into ROI

By Shirley Gao, Envoy Feb 2, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Feb 2, 2026

Not being compliant isn’t some clever cost-saving strategy. Regulators are not only watching; they’re charging more than ever. For example, new penalties announced at the beginning of 2025 for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) violations are now capable of reaching more than $1 million per incident, and that’s before you even think about legal […]

Data Privacy Day: 5 Best Practices for Physical Security

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jan 28, 2026 Access Control

Updated: Jan 28, 2026

Observed annually on Jan. 28, Data Privacy Day (also known as Data Protection Day) serves as a reminder that protecting personal data is a shared and ongoing responsibility. For physical security teams, adopting clear strategies, resilient technologies, and trusted partnerships can help ensure privacy and keep security objectives aligned as risks and regulations continue to […]