Bridges, tunnels and heavily used motorway sections are increasingly becoming data-driven systems for transport operators. Sensors are intended not only to detect incidents more quickly, but also, in the long term, to provide a more accurate picture of how...
When the master key becomes a digital access right
Salto and FCS Solutions are integrating electronic access control with day-to-day housekeeping operations. What initially appears to be a convenience feature for hotels touches on a key aspect of modern security architecture: staff no longer gain access to guest rooms...
Three ways digital access delivers a tangible ROI for hospitals and healthcare premises
In a sector where budgets are always a focus of attention, delivering concrete returns to every investment is crucial. By digitalizing access, healthcare premises – whether large hospitals or small clinics – can benefit from day one. They can improve staff and patient...
Smartphone Credentials Without Door-Level Networking: Paxton Solo Modernises Student Accommodation Access
Student accommodation illustrates a wider challenge facing access-control operators across Europe: how to introduce centralised management, mobile credentials and auditable access without rebuilding the network infrastructure of an existing property. At One London...
Wind power becomes critical infrastructure
As wind energy plays an increasingly important role in Europe’s electricity supply, the requirements surrounding security, availability and nature protection are growing as well. Operators must protect wind farms against unauthorised access and sabotage, identify...
Genetec study shows: Physical security is more than just theft prevention for retailers
Retailers use physical security to improve operational processes, ensure staff safety and modernise outdated infrastructure Genetec Inc., an international provider of physical security software for businesses, has published the retail sector findings of its ‘2026...
PCS unveils new generation of INTUS hardware for secure access control
With new access control managers and cloud-enabled time and attendance terminals, PCS Systemtechnik is aligning its INTUS portfolio more closely with cybersecurity, flexible IT infrastructures and cloud applications. The new generation of hardware will make its debut...
Sony AS-DT1 brings compact 3D LiDAR technology to robotics and automation
With the AS-DT1, Sony is expanding its range of compact 3D sensors for autonomous and automated systems. The LiDAR depth sensor combines direct time-of-flight technology with SPAD sensor technology, achieves indoor measurement ranges of up to 40 metres and delivers...
Private 5G Meets Network Video: Axis Introduces Cellular Back Box for Flexible Camera Deployment
Axis Communications is extending the reach of network video into private 4G and 5G environments with the new AXIS TP3604-E Cellular Back Box. Designed for selected AXIS P32 and AXIS P14 cameras, the solution enables organisations to deploy high-performance video...
Beyond the Keycard: PIN-Based Access Is Reshaping the Hotel Check-In
Contactless arrival, round-the-clock access and fewer manual processes at reception: PIN-based locking systems are becoming another building block in the digital transformation of hotels and serviced apartments. TESA Hotel, an ASSA ABLOY brand, is pursuing this...









