The State of Physical Security Operations in 2026
2026 Benchmark: 81% of teams miss their own SLAs. See where you stand.
As organizations grow, the spotlight is often on the intersection of people, finances, operations, and technologies. With so many moving pieces, the consideration of physical security systems is often an overlooked afterthought which can cause physical security vulnerabilities down the line.
Hospitals and healthcare facilities are facing staffing shortages, shrinking budgets, and rising costs. This, paired with 24/7 visitor traffic, HIPAA data privacy requirements, and a high-stress environment for staff and patients alike, makes comprehensive security coverage challenging. Here's what these organizations need to keep in mind.
The HiveWatch® GSOC Operating System enables security teams in the energy and utilities sectors to increase workplace safety and security, streamline operations and response, and comply with sector regulations.
Data center security teams are responsible for the safety and security of the premises, authenticating access to high-value assets, monitoring multiple sites, and complying with regulations. Protecting critical data for multi-tenant applications is the the highest importance.
The rules engine allows program managers to customize the instance of incoming alarms based on specific rules, such as time, location, repeatability, and more. Using this feature allows leaders to tailor their security program to the needs of the business.
Case Management allows program managers to group, analyze, and share incidents in a central location within the HiveWatch® GSOC Operating System to streamline investigations and make reporting easier.
The HiveWatch® AI Operator intelligently detects and responds to security incidents in accordance with security protocols – delivering a new level of vigilance and productivity the physical security industry has never seen.
QuickReport empowers employees to report incidents in real-time on their mobile device using a simple QR code.
How does HiveWatch help organizations bring disparate systems together? We're discussing it here.