Gallagher Security concluded a successful participation at ISC West 2026, an industry event where they showcased their integration capabilities, unveiled innovations, and led discussions on security’s future.
Taking place from March 23rd to 27th at the Venetian Expo, Gallagher's booth emerged as a focal point for engagement, with Partners, End Users, and industry leaders examining the potential of a unified security ecosystem to enhance operational efficiency.
Innovative platforms attract attention
The event highlighted Gallagher’s QuickSwitch platform, drawing significant interest from both End Users and Partners. This platform is engineered to simplify the transition from older security systems to Gallagher’s comprehensive solution that includes access control, intrusion, and perimeter security. It is particularly noted for its capacity to reduce complexity, expedite upgrades, and provide an immediate return on investment.
Additionally, Gallagher introduced AccessNow, their new cloud-based platform designed to automate and simplify access and credential management. As an extension of Gallagher’s Command Centre, AccessNow aims to streamline identity processes, diminish administrative burdens, and boost compliance through enhanced visibility.
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AccessNow aims to streamline identity processes, diminish administrative burdens, and boost compliance
Throughout the event, feedback revealed a growing emphasis on integration and efficiency over merely adopting new technology. Participants expressed keen interest in how systems interoperate, simplifying migrations, and leveraging integrations to drive value.
Matt Butts, Executive Vice President for Americas at Gallagher Security, stated, “Our conversations at ISC West reflected a broader shift we are seeing across the industry. There’s less interest in standalone features, and more focus on how everything connects; how data flows through a system, how it’s managed, and how much effort it takes to run day to day. That’s where we’re seeing the most value, and it’s where our integrated solutions are making a real difference.”
Industry-wide dialogues
The broader dialogues at ISC West included contributions from Gallagher, particularly through Jeff Ogborn, Director of Complex Solutions. He participated in The Interface, a debate examining different strategies in access control architecture.
The discussion delved into the benefits of open, multi-vendor platforms versus fully integrated systems. Jeff remarked, “The ISC debate was a light-hearted opportunity for both of us to share our perspectives; as long as manufacturers stay focused on the real goal: addressing today’s security concerns while keeping an eye on evolving threats.”
Recognising partner contributions
During the event, Gallagher acknowledged the vital role of Channel Partners in achieving market success by hosting a Channel Partner Awards ceremony. This served as a platform to celebrate achievements, strengthen relationships, and align strategies for the future.
Matt Butts concluded, “For us, it’s about bringing our partners, customers, and team together, recognising the great work being done in market and strengthening the relationships that drive long-term success.”
Gallagher Security has wrapped up another successful year at ISC West 2026, using the industry’s premier event to demonstrate the power of integration, debut innovation, and lead discussion on the future of security.
Held March 23–27 at the Venetian Expo, ISC West saw strong engagement at Gallagher’s booth, which served as a hub for connection and conversation. Partners, End Users, and industry leaders spent time with the team exploring how a unified and interoperable security ecosystem can unlock greater operational value.
Spanning access control
Gallagher’s disruptive QuickSwitch platform stood out across the event, generating strong interest from End Users and Partners. Designed to simplify migration from legacy security systems to Gallagher’s advanced platform spanning access control, intrusion and perimeter, it continues to build momentum for its ability to reduce complexity, accelerate upgrades, and deliver immediate ROI.
AccessNow, Gallagher’s new cloud-based platform, featured strongly in conversations for its ability to simplify and automate access and credential management. As a cloud-native extension of Gallagher’s Command Centre, the solution is designed to streamline physical identity workflows, reduce administrative overhead, and enhance compliance through improved visibility and control.
Cloud-based platform
Across the event, feedback from End Users and Channel Partners pointed to a clear shift in priorities. Rather than focusing solely on what’s shiny and new, attendees showed increased interest in how systems work together, how the need for solutions that simplify migrations, and how integrations can drive further efficiency and value.
“Our conversations at ISC West reflected a broader shift we are seeing across the industry,” says Matt Butts, Executive Vice President – Americas at Gallagher Security. “There’s less interest in standalone features, and more focus on how everything connects; how data flows through a system, how it’s managed, and how much effort it takes to run day to day. That’s where we’re seeing the most value, and it’s where our integrated solutions are making a real difference.”
Most anticipated sessions
This perspective also extended into broader industry discussions at the event. Gallagher contributed to one of ISC West’s most anticipated sessions, with Jeff Ogborn, Director of Complex Solutions, participating in The Interface — a live debate exploring competing philosophies in access control architecture. The session sparked lively discussion as it examined the merits of open, multi-vendor platforms versus fully integrated, interoperable end-to-end systems.
“The ISC debate was a light-hearted opportunity for both of us to share our perspectives”, says Jeff. “It may not have changed the minds of those already set on one side or the other, but I think it helped highlight that both architectures have a place in security—as long as manufacturers stay focused on the real goal: addressing today’s security concerns while keeping an eye on evolving threats.”
Delivering strong outcomes
Taking the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the role Channel Partners play in delivering strong outcomes in market, Gallagher hosted a Channel Partner Awards during the event offering a valuable moment to connect, acknowledge success, and strengthen alignment for the year ahead.
“ISC West continues to be a key moment for the industry,” adds Matt. “For us, it’s about bringing our partners, customers, and team together, recognising the great work being done in market and strengthening the relationships that drive long-term success. That connection is what turns strategy into real-world outcomes.”
