Information Technology (IT) teams play a critical role in physical security decisions. In this blog, you'll learn how physical security software and appliances can align with IT priorities—from cybersecurity and open architecture to flexible deployments and a unified platform.

How are unified and integrated physical security systems different? You’ll find out in this blog and discover key considerations to make when deciding between unification and integration.

Learn how Cytiva, a provider of leading life sciences brands, improved security, compliance, and access rights management.

Cloud adoption is evolving in physical security. Find out why most organizations prefer a hybrid-cloud architecture in their transition to the cloud.

Use this checklist to evaluate physical security vendors and ensure alignment with business needs, technical compatibility, cybersecurity, compliance, and reliability.

Discover how VMS and DEMS streamline evidence sharing, enhance collaboration, and improve security in investigations, making video evidence management more efficient.

Using video analytics to enhance school safety and emergency response? Learn how adding a decision management system can optimize your school security.

The challenge is satisfying all your stakeholders on the way to getting the VMS that meets your organization’s needs. See a list of features to help get you moving in the right direction.

Not all VMS offer camera integration via an open architecture system. Here are some important things to consider when specifying a VMS project.

Looking for ways to expand IIoT across your organization? Learn how cloud, cybersecurity, unification, and AI play key roles in reaching successful outcomes.

Wondering what happens behind the scenes at Genetec? Check out this short Q&A with our Senior Manager of Global Technical Support and Credit and Customer Service Manager.

Genetec speaks with Kevin Petroff about implementing Genetec Clearance for prosecution discovery. In the Q&A, we learn how regulatory changes inspired the Galveston County DA’s Office to take a modern approach to managing and sharing evidence and how their discovery processes have improved today.

Struggling to manage patient safety and compliance to privacy laws within your healthcare facility? Discover how a digital evidence management system can help.

Explore key data privacy practices, regulations, privacy tools, and strategies to protect personal information and ensure compliance.

Discover how simple video management system maintenance can be with the right tools—facilitate operations and reduce the effort needed to maintain a secure environment.

How does artificial intelligence in security work? Learn about four intelligent automation applications and why Responsible AI practices matter.

What’s the most cost-effective physical security system? Find out why open architecture and unification are key to cost savings.

Learn how to simplify access management for hybrid work environments. Explore role-based access control, door access, and building security with unified systems.

In 2025, top physical security trends are hybrid-cloud, workforce optimization, tech governance and compliance, and system mobility.

Concerned by regulatory compliance in physical security? Learn how choosing the right partners and implementing data protection best practices matter most.

Discover how breaches can affect your access control system and network, and explore how modern technology can help you mitigate these risks effectively.

Evolving cyber threats impact a growing number of organizations each year. Read the cybersecurity best practices and impacts on both large and small businesses.

Want to enhance your cyber posture? Cloud security solutions help you meet cybersecurity best practices and free up time to focus on other important tasks.

Learn strategies to improve community safety, safeguard data, and implement cybersecurity best practices.

IIoT devices could be affecting your overall cybersecurity and physical security. Read the questions to ask to ensure IIoT security for your network architecture.

Discover how your organization can develop a risk management strategy and the importance of aligning priorities for an ongoing procurement partnership.

Find out how a unified physical security solution built on a highly flexible, open architecture protects your security investments today and into the future.

Learn how Columbia County Sherriff’s Office uses AutoVu Cloudrunner to enhance license plate reads and community investigations at their RTCC.

How do integrated and unified security systems compare? Get the full breakdown and learn how choosing an open, unified platform gives you the best of both.

Our improved portfolio of video analytics solutions simplify configuration, tighten unification, and provide a range of tools that make it as easy as possible to benefit from video analytics.

Explore the differences between static and dynamic privacy masking, redaction, and video anonymization methods.

What is zero trust? Learn all about zero trust architecture and how you expand zero trust objectives across physical security systems and initiatives.

What’s the difference between proprietary and non-proprietary access control systems? Read all about it and more in this blog.

Explore the differences between on-premises vs. cloud-based access control systems and find out which one is right for your organization.

Wondering how large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT will impact physical security. Explore AI safety, AI data privacy, and new AI opportunities for security leaders.

Explore all the considerations that cities make when planning to host the Games.

What are the benefits of building an RTCC? Explore how real-time crime centers can improve public safety initiatives, reduce crime, and enhance collaboration.

What do SaaS, PSaaS, VSaaS, and ACaaS mean in physical security? Explore these different cloud services and the many benefits they offer organizations today.

What’s the difference between a VMS and VSaaS? How do they compare and which video solution is right for you? Get all the answers in this blog.

Learn how deploying a smarter access management solution like Genetec ClearID is the next-best step to modernizing your physical access control.

System integrators help organizations with hybrid cloud deployments, provide cybersecurity support, and help maximize your security potential. Learn more.

Want to nurture stronger collaboration between your IT and physical security teams? Learn how unification, cloud, and analytics can help.

KiwiVision™ People Counter within Security Center Omnicast provides occupancy levels as well as information on the number of people entering and leaving your facilities.

Cloud, cloud-managed, or hybrid-cloud security? Get the comparison and find out which is right for your physical security deployment.

At Genetec, we’re committed to helping our interns acquire new skills and make meaningful connections. Learn more about our internship program!

Want to modernize your access control system for better building security and resource management? Explore the top access control technologies and trends.

Survey findings from the 2024 Sustainability in Physical Security Report highlight sustainability trends and initiatives. Download it now.

Upgrading your physical security system? Learn how enterprise-grade physical security as a service (PSaaS) can cut costs, scale, and be flexible – so that it lasts.

Smart city security thrives on data. As technology expands across urban areas, optimizing the collection and use of that data can drive new efficiencies.

Looking for tips on how to build an effective privacy protection strategy in 2024? Check out these tips from Genetec experts and download the infographic.

Looking for tools to help digitize standard operating procedures? Learn more about Genetec Mission Control.

Get a demo of Genetec solutions at ISC West 2024 booth #13062. Discover Security Center SaaS, Security Center 5.12, and more on April 10-12.

Uncover the challenges faced by public safety agencies, the role of technology, and the unique benefits of Genetec Community Connect for mayors, police, and the education sector.

An effective SOC requires a strategic focus on collaboration, context, clarity, and a streamlined escalation process. Learn more in our blog post.

How can you streamline your airport badging process? With a single unified physical security platform that provides an easy and complete way of managing badging lifecycles from start to finish.

Shopping for a new ALPR system for your law enforcement agency or parking management purposes? Make sure to stay on the lookout for these characteristics.

Beyond core security system integration, what’s next? Find out how working with security specialists can help you get the most from your existing investments.

Looking for tips on how to protect your data? Check out these 5 best practices to secure big data and download our data privacy checklist.

What’s the best way to maximize the physical security data you’re collecting? By creating custom dashboards to generate new business insights.

Discover how Sipelia communications management system is transforming security collaboration across teams. Register for the webinar to learn more.

Looking to reduce the risks and impacts of organized retail crime, protect your assets, and create a safer shopping environment for your customers? Learn more in our white paper.

In 2024, the top physical security trends are IT and physical security convergence, modern access control, hybrid-cloud value, and cybersecurity accreditations.

Learn how the Fort Lee Police Department uses AutoVu Cloudrunner to enhance vehicle-centric investigations and better secure their community.

After unifying core systems such as video surveillance, access control, and intercom, build a physical security strategy with our security roadmap ebook

Find out the pros and cons of an NVR and VMS and learn which is best for your physical security deployment.

Implementing video analytics to enhance patient and staff safety at your healthcare facility? Learn how a decision management system can optimize results.

Investing in a new video management system for your organization? Find out what you need to look out for in this comprehensive guide.

Learn how The City of New Orleans RTCC uses AutoVu Cloudrunner™ to enhance public safety investigations and better secure the historic French Quarters.

Want the best cybersecurity tools in Security Center for IT teams? Check out these top 10 features and resources to enhance your cybersecurity posture.

What is open supervised device protocol? Learn about the five OSDP vulnerabilities and the best ways to secure your access control system against risks.

Looking for ways to enhance your public safety efforts? Discover the power of combining video analytics and a decision management system in your city.

Want to get more out of your retail video analytics? Read this blog to learn how adding a decision management system delivers greater insights and automation.

Learn how to choose security vendors you can trust by prioritizing supply chain risk management and keeping cybersecurity in mind.

Want to leverage data and enhance your transportation operations? Find out how combining video analytics and a decision management system can help.

Wondering if you should unify your video surveillance and access control systems? Learn about the benefits, cost considerations, and more.

Looking for tips to improve your cybersecurity posture? Learn about the importance of cyber hygiene and 3 ways you can help protect your organization from cyberattacks.

What tools help you harden your physical security systems? Read this blog to learn 7 ways to strengthen your cybersecurity.

Is it best to install video analytics on a server or at the edge? Explore the pros and cons of each option to know what’s best for your security installation.

April 22 is Earth Day! Discover some of the sustainability practices in the physical security industry.

Want to give your security monitoring tasks a boost? Check out these 10 easy ways to enhance incident response and live monitoring using Security Center.

Want better insights into your business, airport, city, retail, or healthcare organization? Enhance your processes and operations with video analytics like people counting and ALPR.

A high severity vulnerability that can lead to a full compromise of the system hosting the SQL database was found in the Genetec Security Center product line. This vulnerability was discovered internally by the Genetec engineering team. There is currently no evidence of this vulnerability being exploited in the wild.

Investing in an access control solution for enterprise is an important decision that can significantly impact your security infrastructure. During your search, check out these top 7 things to look for.

Explore how colleges or universities are modernizing and expanding access control across campuses.

Providing defined access to your security system has never been easier with the Genetec Web App. Discover the new lightweight interface and how it provides a unified view of your data.

Hear from the Global Security Technology Lead at IBM Corporate Security about current industry trends and how they’re evolving physical security in 2023.

Key considerations for cannabis physical security solutions in an evolving industry. See what to keep in mind and download the cannabis system checklist.

Find out how access control is used by medical facilities to secure medicine dispensaries, run reports, ensure compliance, and more.

What is encryption? Data encryption is used to protect private information. Learn about different types, how it works and why it is important.

Ready for your city to become a “Smart City” but not sure where to begin? These 5 steps will help you get started.

Top 7 physical security predictions for 2023. Strategic procurement, cybersecurity, privacy, digital transformation, office space optimization, unified risk management, and hybrid-cloud will have made the Genetec 2023 trends list.

Genetec Security Center 5.11 is now unified by design! Read the blog post to learn more about the power of unification behind our latest release.

What’s the difference between H.264 vs. MPEG-4 video coding? Learn more about video encoding and decoding, video compression, and the evolution of video codecs.

Check out the list of top 10 must-haves to help you when choosing a physical security solution for your bank or financial institution.

Looking to reduce shrinkage, get actionable insights, and improve operations? Check out the four physical security features your organization needs.

Making sure that you’re running the most current version of your firmware can be tricky. Find out why it’s important to upgrade and how we can help.

Looking for ways to make sense of data within your organization? Find out how a collaborative decision management system can help unlock meaningful insights.

Looking for ways to improve safety within your mass transit agency? Check out these three tips.

Find out how a system health monitoring dashboard and automatic updates tools speed up your maintenance tasks and strengthen your cyber resilience.

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