Johnson Controls is set to highlight its latest advancements in AI and integrated security solutions at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026, held in Atlanta from September 14-16. At Booth 1633, the company will present its newest innovations designed to enhance facility visibility, expedite incident responses, and bolster operational resilience within today's complex and connected environments.
The event unfolds against the backdrop of an industry undergoing significant digital transformation, marked by increased demands on security teams operating under constrained resources. Notably, AI is identified as a pivotal focus by nearly half of physical security teams, with 43% of organisations planning to adopt hybrid security structures.
Strengthening security operations
Johnson Controls aims to assist organisations in fortifying their security measures and operational robustness. Key offerings on display will include:
- exacqVision 26.2, which leverages AI to accelerate event identification and enhance situational awareness for more informed decision-making.
- Software House C•CURE IQ 3.20, designed to streamline security functions through improved workflow, intelligence, and flexible deployment options.
- Managed Services, providing centralised expertise and continuous monitoring to supplement security teams.
- Proactive Video Solutions, focused on augmenting situational awareness and ensuring compliance and safety objectives are met.
Enhanced video management
The updated exacqVision 26.2 video management system introduces a revamped web client
Al Young, vice president & general manager, Security, Americas at Johnson Controls, commented on the importance of integrating physical security with digital systems, stating, "As physical security, building systems, and digital technologies become increasingly connected, organisations need greater visibility and control across their operations." He emphasised the company's commitment to delivering innovations that enhance response times, resilience, and protection for crucial assets and personnel.
The updated exacqVision 26.2 video management system introduces a revamped web client, offering dashboard-level insights across camera networks. This facilitates quicker event recognition and better monitoring, ultimately enabling more effective incident response.
Smart building capabilities
Alongside showcasing exacqVision 26.2, GSX will feature the release of the C•CURE IQ 3.20 platform. This platform integrates video management, incident response, and analytics to deliver a unified security operations perspective, aligning with specific security and smart building needs. The update offers new deployment flexibility, allowing C•CURE IQ Video to function as a standalone security solution, which simplifies installation and empowers teams to manage incidents efficiently.
Additional technologies exhibited at GSX 2026 include:
- KTES2, a cutting-edge video intercom system that enhances access control with Kantech EntraPass platform capabilities.
- C•CURE IQ Mobile App & C•CURE Cloud, which bring mobile and scalable cloud functionalities to the C•CURE IQ suite.
- Illustra Multisensor Cameras, unveiling three new configurable camera solutions for panoramic, fixed, and varifocal coverage needs.
- The KT-40 Anniversary Kit, celebrating forty years of Kantech solutions with a package that includes controllers and access credentials.
Support for daily security operations
Currently available, C•CURE IQ 3.20, paired with exacqVision 26.2 expected later in 2026, represents Johnson Controls' latest software innovations. The company also expands on its service offerings aimed at enhancing daily security operations. Through Managed Services, organisations benefit from centralised security monitoring and expert support, allowing them to maintain continuous protection, improve response effectiveness, and allocate internal resources to critical priorities.
Further, Johnson Controls will exhibit its Proactive Video Solutions, that combine advanced analytics with professional oversight to help detect risks early, improving the safety and resilience of operational environments. For more information on Johnson Controls' security solutions and Managed Services offerings, attendees can visit Booth 1633 at GSX 2026.
Johnson Controls, a global pioneer in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation, is returning to exhibit at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026 in Atlanta from Sept. 14-16. At Booth 1633, Johnson Controls will showcase new innovations and Managed Services designed to help organisations improve visibility across facilities, accelerate incident response, strengthen operational resilience and maintain continuity across increasingly connected and mission-critical environments.
GSX 2026 takes place against a backdrop of digital transformation reshaping enterprise security and increasing pressure on teams to do more with limited resources. Nearly 50% of physical security teams identify AI as a key priority and 43% of organisations plan to target hybrid security architectures.
Strengthening security operations
To help organisations strengthen security operations and improve resilience, Johnson Controls will spotlight:
- exacqVision 26.2 to help security teams identify events faster, improve situational awareness and make more informed decisions through AI-driven insights
- Software House C•CURE IQ 3.20 to streamline security operations through enhanced workflows, insights and deployment flexibility
- Managed Services to augment security teams with centralised expertise, continuous monitoring and operational support
- Proactive Video Solutions to improve situational awareness while supporting safety, compliance and operational objectives
Video management system
"As physical security, building systems and digital technologies become increasingly connected, organisations need greater visibility and control across their operations," said Al Young, vice president & general manager, Security, Americas, Johnson Controls. "We are focused on delivering innovations and managed services that help customers respond faster, improve operational resilience and protect the people, facilities and critical assets they depend on every day."
The newest iteration of video management system for commercial buildings, exacqVision 26.2 strengthens security intelligence and operational awareness while making AI-driven insights easier for teams to access and act upon. The update delivers a redesigned web client, providing dashboard-level insights across camera fleets, helping teams to quickly identify events, monitor facilities, and respond more effectively.
Smart building requirements
GSX will mark the release of Software House C•CURE IQ 3.20, an update to the modern web-based security platform that combines video management, incident response, reporting, and analytics into a single experience.
This update enables custom insights based on end-user needs, creating prioritised, spatially aware, actionable insights tailored to security and smart building requirements. The update also provides the flexibility to deploy C•CURE IQ Video as an entirely standalone solution. This simplifies deployment and helps security teams investigate incidents faster, reduce operational complexity and make more informed decisions from a unified view of security operations. The company will demonstrate additional solutions at GSX 2026, including:
- KTES2, a next-generation smart video intercom solution to modernise tenant, visitor, and property access while leveraging the proven security of the Kantech EntraPass platform.
- C•CURE IQ Mobile App & C•CURE Cloud, new capabilities within the C•CURE IQ platform to enhance accessibility through a mobile interface and build cloud scalability.
- Illustra Multisensor Cameras, introducing three new Panoramic Camera, Multisensor Fixed, and 360 Varifocal solutions.
- The KT-40 Anniversary Kit, a special kit exclusively available at GSX to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Kantech solution suite that packages controllers, readers, and credentials capabilities.
Day-to-day security operations
C•CURE IQ 3.20 is now available, while exacqVision 26.2 will be available later in 2026. Beyond its latest software and security platform advancements, Johnson Controls will also demonstrate service offerings that help organisations strengthen day-to-day security operations. Through Managed Services, organisations can access centralised monitoring, security expertise and operational support through a dedicated security operations centre. The offering helps customers maintain continuous coverage, improve incident response and focus internal resources on higher-value priorities.
Johnson Controls will also display Proactive Video Solutions, which combine intelligent analytics with expert monitoring to help organisations identify potential risks earlier, improve situational awareness and support safer, more resilient operations across their facilities. To learn more about the latest in Johnson Controls security solutions and Managed Services suite, stop by booth 1633 at GSX 2026.
