Shaping a PACS Strategy That’s Ready for What’s Next

Editorial March 23, 2026

Physical access control is shifting from a static perimeter model to a dynamic, identity-aware foundation. As organizations adapt to hybrid work, complex compliance standards and growing digital footprints, their access infrastructure must evolve with them. Leading teams now evaluate access

Designing Access Systems That Build Trust

Editorial March 23, 2026

Trust is often assumed to be something earned through time, relationships and reputation. But in enterprise environments, trust also comes from well-designed infrastructure. Access control plays a quiet but constant role in shaping how people feel about safety, consistency and accountability across the spaces they use every day From an employee tapping in at the […]

It’s Time to Upgrade Your Access Control System: Here’s How to Do It

Editorial March 23, 2026

You’ve made the decision to upgrade your organization’s access control system. Whether it was driven by security concerns, compliance requirements or demands for a modern user experience, you’re now facing the next critical question: How to make this transition? Which path will cause the least amount of havoc — and expense? By Jaroslav Barton The good news is […]

Security User Experience: Identity as the Core of Modern Physical Access Control

Editorial March 23, 2026

Access control has traditionally focused on risk prevention. But in today’s complex environments, user experience shapes outcomes just as much as policy. When systems align with how people move and work, they create consistency, support security protocols and improve operations Identity is what makes that possible. Systems that recognize individuals in context — across

Access Control Reality Check: 3 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Tech

Editorial March 23, 2026

That card reader mounted by your office entrance has been faithfully serving your organization for years, maybe even decades. Employees tap their cards, the door opens, and people get access. From a basic functionality standpoint, everything seems to be working By Jaroslav Barton But as security threats evolve and organizational needs become more complex, the […]

New Norm for Class A Office Access: Wallet Credentials Leveraging NFC

Editorial March 23, 2026

Class A buildings are no longer defined by location or architecture alone. They are increasingly evaluated by the quality of the tenant experience, seamless building access, and smart amenities provided. Technology has become central to that experience. Modern access control systems are often the first interaction tenants have with the building each day and are […]

Kentixone: An All-In-One Physical Security and Real-Time Monitoring Platform Designed Just for Data Centers

Editorial March 23, 2026

Demand for data centers is growing at a remarkable rate. Data’s strategic importance to both commercial and non-commercial organizations makes physical security fundamental at these sites. In addition, national and regional regulations place ever more stringent requirements on in-house and co-location operators to take a secure approach to data management and protection

ASSA ABLOY acquires US company Sennco Solutions

Editorial March 13, 2026

ASSA ABLOY has announced the acquisition of Sennco Solutions, a US provider of asset protection technologies and solutions for retail security, particularly within the health and beauty segment. According to the company, Sennco develops anti-theft solutions and serves a broad range of retail customers in the health and beauty sector. “Sennco is an excellent addition […]

Simplifying Switch to Digital Access with Programmable Keys and Compatible Cylinders

Editorial March 12, 2026

Security, cost-management, and compliance demands placed on building managers have grown significantly. The key to meeting them all without increasing workload and costs could be the strategic implementation of smarter digital access, as a new whitepaper explores As organizations upscale, downsize, or onboard new locations faster than ever, facilities managers must be able

DoorBird Launches New IP Video Indoor Stations

Editorial March 6, 2026

DoorBird is launching two additional new products: the IP video indoor stations A1103 and A1104 will be presented in early March at Light + Building in Frankfurt. Back in January, the Berlin-based specialist for IP door communication announced several innovations and now complements its range with the powerful A1103 and A1104 indoor solutions The new […]