Predicting where or how security access trends would develop in 2016 was an educated guess at best. We did, however, forecast continued growth in the areas of wireless readers; smartphone usage as a credential; and more migration to web-based software/hardware solutions.
In hindsight, we were not so far off the mark. Wireless security systems proved to be a growing option for extending an access control system and a practical solution for retrofits. Smart phone credentials gained popularity by freeing the users from having to carry physical credentials. Web-based software/hardware solutions opened doors for customers who own older systems, allowing them to upgrade in ways that meet their needs and budgets.
2016 in review
Cybercrime aside, government and private corporations were looking for solutions to bolster their physical safety and security, and data and predictive analysis were key to this need. The proliferation of networked platforms and the Internet of Things (IoT) trend provided end users with more data for greater situational awareness and more heightened security. Access control solutions played a critical role in the predictive analysis model by serving as a single platform that allowed users to monitor facilities and share data with other systems.
2017 forecast
Growth sectors for 2017 will most certainly include cloud-based managed access solutions. Whether controlling access for a single door or for an entire enterprise spread out over multiple locations, cloud-based hosted or managed solutions allow security dealers and monitoring companies to provide end users with cost-effective, fully-functional turnkey solutions. Another factor supporting this scenario is that integrators don’t have to take on all product solutions to offer this option. Rather, they can partner with best-in-class providers who offer the solutions and services that make up a robust, fully-functional system.
Business overview
Enabling customers to support their security and safety objectives is a primary focus of our business objectives at Galaxy Control Systems, and we have done this through an innovative product portfolio and advanced integration capabilities. Customers are our number one priority and we will continue to make their security needs our main concern so they can focus on their priorities.
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