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The Ultimate Guide to Physical Security

A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Physical Security.

What to know about Physical Security

Physical security encompasses the measures, technologies, and practices designed to protect people, assets, and physical environments from harm, theft, or unauthorized access. This domain integrates hardware like surveillance cameras, access control systems, and biometric verification, with evolving digital solutions such as cloud-based management and AI-powered analytics. Understanding physical security is crucial for safeguarding corporate offices, critical infrastructure, healthcare facilities, and public spaces.

Our collection of stories highlights the dynamic intersection of physical security with digital innovation. Readers will find insights into new security camera technologies, cloud-managed systems, unified identity management, and how AI is transforming surveillance and access control. Additionally, we explore the increasing need to merge physical and cybersecurity practices to address modern threats comprehensively.

Delve into case studies on advancements in workplace optimisation through physical security tools, the importance of hardware security keys for multi-factor authentication, and emerging responses to vulnerabilities in legacy systems. This hub offers a comprehensive look at how organisations are enhancing safety, compliance, and operational efficiency through integrated, state-of-the-art physical security strategies.

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Recent Physical Security News

Christmas hiring rush heightens physical security risks
Christmas

Christmas hiring rush heightens physical security risks

Seasonal recruitment can leave warehouses and retailers exposed, with misplaced access cards and unchecked visitors creating security gaps at Christmas.

Yesterday

Gallagher wins cybersecurity award for warranty report
Digital risk

Gallagher wins cybersecurity award for warranty report

The feature helps site operators spot ageing hardware faster, reducing manual checks and sharpening cyber risk planning across larger installations.

Last week

Synology urges local control of surveillance video
Cloud Storage

Synology urges local control of surveillance video

Firms face greater risk of exposed footage unless they keep surveillance video and AI analytics on site, Synology says.

Last week

RiskProfiler launches MCP connector for AI threat hunts
Threat intelligence

RiskProfiler launches MCP connector for AI threat hunts

Security teams could speed up external threat investigations as RiskProfiler's new connector lets authorised users query its platform through AI assistants.

Last month

Dicker Data buys Sektor Group in South-East Asia push
Information Communication & Technology

Dicker Data buys Sektor Group in South-East Asia push

The Australian distributor will add about 60 staff and a foothold in Thailand and Malaysia after agreeing to buy Sektor Group for NZD $138 million.

Last month

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers
Firewalls

Cybersecurity gap widens in access control controllers

More organisations are treating access control controllers as strategic infrastructure, even as missing cybersecurity features rise to 32% of systems.

Last month

Mercury Security flags cybersecurity gap in access control
Firewalls

Mercury Security flags cybersecurity gap in access control

Cybersecurity features are missing from nearly a third of access controller systems, leaving firms exposed as cloud and AI demands rise.

Wed, 30th Sep 2026

Optic Security promotes Hill to WA operations manager
Government

Optic Security promotes Hill to WA operations manager

The Perth expansion puts Optic Security closer to large maintenance contracts in Western Australia, where demand is rising across key sectors.

Mon, 28th Sep 2026

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces
Bluetooth

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces

Architects and building operators get a flush-mounted reader that keeps access control discreet while supporting cards, mobiles and remote updates.

Fri, 25th Sep 2026

Gallagher & Luxriot join forces on US security platform
Closed Circuit Television

Gallagher & Luxriot join forces on US security platform

Security teams at regulated, multi-site operations could gain a single view of video, access events and data under the new partnership.

Thu, 10th Sep 2026

Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo
Digital Transformation

Gallagher spotlights visitor management at Sydney expo

Australia's security buyers are turning to tools that link visitor processing with access control, and Gallagher drew strong interest in Sydney.

Tue, 8th Sep 2026

HID pushes unified identity access across work & digital
Wearables

HID pushes unified identity access across work & digital

Passwordless logins are gaining traction as HID says employers want one credential for buildings, devices and cloud apps.

Wed, 2nd Sep 2026

Axis returns to Sydney show with integrated security tech
Business Intelligence

Axis returns to Sydney show with integrated security tech

Sydney customers are being shown a push towards fewer stand-alone systems as Axis ties cameras, radar, audio and analytics into one platform.

Wed, 2nd Sep 2026

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security
Power over Ethernet

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security

Security teams at large sites may need fewer sensors as the new unit covers 40,000 square metres and detects people up to 140 metres away.

Wed, 2nd Sep 2026

Axis launches radar for 40,000 sq m site monitoring
Power over Ethernet

Axis launches radar for 40,000 sq m site monitoring

The system aims to cut false alarms and manual checks for operators guarding large, exposed sites in poor light or bad weather.

Wed, 2nd Sep 2026

Ciena survey: AI revenue & quantum-safe encryption
Firewalls

Ciena survey: AI revenue & quantum-safe encryption

Most operators expect AI services to drive new revenue, but nearly half say optical network upgrades are critical to meet demand.

Fri, 28th Aug 2026

HID to showcase access & identity products in Australia
Cloud Services

HID to showcase access & identity products in Australia

Australian organisations are weighing phased upgrades as HID pushes mobile credentials, biometrics and secure readers to modernise ageing access systems.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

Ciena says AI services to drive telecoms revenue growth
Unified Communications

Ciena says AI services to drive telecoms revenue growth

Telecom operators face urgent network upgrades as most expect AI and managed fibre services to be major new revenue sources.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

Genetec tops global video management software rankings
Public Sector

Genetec tops global video management software rankings

Growing demand for cloud, on-premises and hybrid security systems helped Genetec widen its lead in video management software, analysts said.

Thu, 27th Aug 2026

Australian firms shift to open, flexible access systems
Digital wallets

Australian firms shift to open, flexible access systems

Pressure to avoid vendor lock-in is pushing Australian organisations towards open access systems that can adapt as security needs change.

Tue, 25th Aug 2026

Job Moves