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Kiwi Edition · 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Physical Security

A curated Kiwi edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Physical Security.

What to know about Physical Security

Physical security encompasses the measures, technologies, and practices designed to protect people, assets, and physical environments from harm, theft, or unauthorized access. This domain integrates hardware like surveillance cameras, access control systems, and biometric verification, with evolving digital solutions such as cloud-based management and AI-powered analytics. Understanding physical security is crucial for safeguarding corporate offices, critical infrastructure, healthcare facilities, and public spaces.

Our collection of stories highlights the dynamic intersection of physical security with digital innovation. Readers will find insights into new security camera technologies, cloud-managed systems, unified identity management, and how AI is transforming surveillance and access control. Additionally, we explore the increasing need to merge physical and cybersecurity practices to address modern threats comprehensively.

Delve into case studies on advancements in workplace optimisation through physical security tools, the importance of hardware security keys for multi-factor authentication, and emerging responses to vulnerabilities in legacy systems. This hub offers a comprehensive look at how organisations are enhancing safety, compliance, and operational efficiency through integrated, state-of-the-art physical security strategies.

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Recent Physical Security News

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers
Data Protection

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers

More organisations are treating access control controllers as strategic infrastructure, even as missing cybersecurity features rise to 32% of systems.

Last week

Mercury Security flags cybersecurity gap in access control
Data Protection

Mercury Security flags cybersecurity gap in access control

Cybersecurity features are missing from nearly a third of access controller systems, leaving firms exposed as cloud and AI demands rise.

Last week

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces
Bluetooth

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces

Architects and building operators get a flush-mounted reader that keeps access control discreet while supporting cards, mobiles and remote updates.

Last month

Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again
Software Updates

Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again

The award underlines Gallagher Security's 15% annual R&D spend and growing US push, as customers gain simpler upgrades and support.

Last month

Gallagher & Luxriot join forces on US security platform
Closed Circuit Television

Gallagher & Luxriot join forces on US security platform

Security teams at regulated, multi-site operations could gain a single view of video, access events and data under the new partnership.

Last month

Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo
Digital Transformation

Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo

Australia's security buyers are turning to tools that link visitor processing with access control, and Gallagher drew strong interest in Sydney.

Last month

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security
Power over Ethernet

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security

Security teams at large sites may need fewer sensors as the new unit covers 40,000 square metres and detects people up to 140 metres away.

Last month

Axis launches radar for 40,000 sq m site monitoring
Power over Ethernet

Axis launches radar for 40,000 sq m site monitoring

The system aims to cut false alarms and manual checks for operators guarding large, exposed sites in poor light or bad weather.

Last month

Ciena survey: AI revenue & quantum-safe encryption
Network Infrastructure

Ciena survey: AI revenue & quantum-safe encryption

Most operators expect AI services to drive new revenue, but nearly half say optical network upgrades are critical to meet demand.

Fri, 28th Aug 2026

Ciena says AI services to drive telecoms revenue growth
Network Infrastructure

Ciena says AI services to drive telecoms revenue growth

Telecom operators face urgent network upgrades as most expect AI and managed fibre services to be major new revenue sources.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

Genetec tops global video management software rankings
Public Sector

Genetec tops global video management software rankings

Growing demand for cloud, on-premises and hybrid security systems helped Genetec widen its lead in video management software, analysts said.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

Gallagher to unveil new security tools at GSX 2026
Cloud Services

Gallagher to unveil new security tools at GSX 2026

Customers in Atlanta will see Gallagher's push to tie access control, perimeter security and visitor management into one platform.

Tue, 25th Aug 2026

Gallagher returns to Queensland with security forum
Enterprise security

Gallagher returns to Queensland with security forum

The Brisbane event will give installers and customers direct access to Gallagher's executives and specialists on integration, critical assets and support.

Thu, 20th Aug 2026

Retailers widen security role beyond loss prevention
Software-as-a-Service

Retailers widen security role beyond loss prevention

Security teams are increasingly being used to improve efficiency, safety and compliance as retailers seek more value from ageing systems.

Thu, 20th Aug 2026

Iveda completes EU AI Act readiness for video analytics
Data Protection

Iveda completes EU AI Act readiness for video analytics

The readiness push could help the Arizona-based group win European customers as regulators scrutinise video analytics more closely under the EU AI Act.

Fri, 7th Aug 2026

rf IDEAS adds Gallagher badge support in Apple Wallet
iOS

rf IDEAS adds Gallagher badge support in Apple Wallet

Workplaces can now use one mobile badge for doors, sign-on and printing, reducing separate enrolment and issuance for each system.

Thu, 6th Aug 2026

Gunnebo to sell Entrance Control unit to ASSA ABLOY
Sustainability

Gunnebo to sell Entrance Control unit to ASSA ABLOY

Completion in the fourth quarter of 2026 would leave Gunnebo focused on safe storage, while ASSA ABLOY expands its access systems offering.

Wed, 5th Aug 2026

Gallagher's Corey Russell wins Security Innovator award
Productivity

Gallagher's Corey Russell wins Security Innovator award

The award spotlights a migration tool that could cut time, cost and errors for customers replacing ageing access control systems.

Tue, 4th Aug 2026

Octave names Veris geospatial partner in Australia
Government

Octave names Veris geospatial partner in Australia

Customers in government and defence will get local support in Australia and New Zealand as Veris takes on Octave's geospatial software distribution.

Mon, 3rd Aug 2026

Zero Trust drives biometrics in physical access security
Layered security

Zero Trust drives biometrics in physical access security

The shift could leave sites exposed unless firms match cyber defences with repeated identity checks at doors and restricted rooms.

Mon, 3rd Aug 2026

Job Moves