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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

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.

Last month

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.

Last month

Access doesn't disappear in the cloud - It just gets harder to see
Cloud Services

Access doesn't disappear in the cloud - It just gets harder to see

Hybrid critical infrastructure estates are leaving contractor and vendor access unseen, raising compliance and supply chain risk under reformed CIRMP rules.

Last month

Gallagher launches cloud visitor management in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

Gallagher launches cloud visitor management in Australia

A cloud-based platform could help Australian sites replace manual visitor checks with one system for staff, contractors, guests and compliance.

Last month

Octave Intelligence backs talent, addresses industry workforce shortfall
Higher education

Octave Intelligence backs talent, addresses industry workforce shortfall

As Australia faces a 300,000-worker gap by mid-2027, students will gain hands-on training to meet construction demand.

Last month

Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance
Data Protection

Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance

Organisations can analyse up to 100 camera feeds on site as privacy rules and bandwidth limits push surveillance processing away from the cloud.

Fri, 31st Jul 2026

Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators
Software-as-a-Service

Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators

As flex space grows, operators are turning their floors into recurring managed-network and security contracts for MSPs and integrators.

Thu, 9th Jul 2026

How channel partners can capitalise on the key trends affecting the physical security sector in FY2027
IT services

How channel partners can capitalise on the key trends affecting the physical security sector in FY2027

Rising risk and cost pressures are driving demand for cloud-managed, unified security systems as councils and energy firms seek simpler protection.

Thu, 2nd Jul 2026

Primary Comms Group absorbs Hardman team in sector push
Education, Learning & Training

Primary Comms Group absorbs Hardman team in sector push

The deal gives agriculture and industrial clients broader communications support as specialist agencies chase scale in policy-driven sectors.

Thu, 2nd Jul 2026

Access all areas with 1 credential: Why Australian workplaces need identity convergence now
Near Field Communication

Access all areas with 1 credential: Why Australian workplaces need identity convergence now

Rising cyber threats and hybrid work are pushing Australian employers to replace scattered badges, passwords and tokens with one credential.

Thu, 18th Jun 2026

From biometrics to zero trust architecture: securing the physical-digital divide
Data Protection

From biometrics to zero trust architecture: securing the physical-digital divide

Continuous verification is becoming vital as organisations blend biometrics and Zero Trust to stop unauthorised access to buildings and data.

Wed, 17th Jun 2026

Why retail's contractor problem is a cybersecurity risk in disguise
Security intelligence

Why retail's contractor problem is a cybersecurity risk in disguise

Unlogged contractors can expose store networks to intrusion, prompting Australian retailers to adopt digital visitor controls and audit trails.

Fri, 12th Jun 2026

Gallagher to host Western Australia Security Forum in Perth
Enterprise security

Gallagher to host Western Australia Security Forum in Perth

Security operators in Western Australia will get updates on protecting critical assets and integrating systems at the Perth forum.

Wed, 10th Jun 2026

Milestone study shows video software boosts efficiency
Software-as-a-Service

Milestone study shows video software boosts efficiency

Organisations can recoup their outlay in six months, as the study found video management software cut investigation times and lifted productivity.

Fri, 29th May 2026

AI virtual data rooms are reshaping M&A due diligence
Data sharing

AI virtual data rooms are reshaping M&A due diligence

Due diligence is speeding up as purpose-built AI data rooms cut manual review and help buyers and sellers handle complex transactions faster.

Thu, 7th May 2026

KnowBe4 adds AI secure coding training with partner
Education, Learning & Training

KnowBe4 adds AI secure coding training with partner

Organisations using AI-assisted development can now get specialist secure coding training as KnowBe4 expands its library for technical teams.

Thu, 7th May 2026

Experts warn passwords no longer sufficient in AI era
Ransomware

Experts warn passwords no longer sufficient in AI era

Australian firms are being urged to adopt passwordless logins as AI tools and data leakage make stolen credentials easier to exploit.

Thu, 7th May 2026

Kurraba signs first tenants for Sydney life sciences hub
Agricultural Technology

Kurraba signs first tenants for Sydney life sciences hub

The AUD $490 million Waterloo precinct is set to ease Sydney’s lab space shortage as it moves into delivery with major global partners.

Tue, 5th May 2026

BeyondTrust expands identity security insights to Australia
Hybrid Cloud

BeyondTrust expands identity security insights to Australia

Local firms in regulated sectors can now keep identity security data onshore as scrutiny over machine and AI access intensifies.

Mon, 4th May 2026

Gallagher raises AUD $90,000 for Bravehearts charity
Early learning

Gallagher raises AUD $90,000 for Bravehearts charity

Proceeds will fund prevention and counselling services after Gallagher Security Australia’s Charity Golf Day raised AUD $90,000 for Bravehearts.

Fri, 1st May 2026

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