Episode 120 - Future Security - How customer Focused Innovation is Driving the Future of Security
ASIAL Security InsiderShow Notes
Technologies such as AI are playing a transformative role in shaping the security services landscape in Australia. The pace of technology advancements is revolutionising traditional security practices, enhancing operational efficiencies and addressing evolving security challenges. Security has become a critical business risk for boards. As a result, there is a growing understanding of the imperative to invest in innovative solutions that ensure operational resilience and provide protection against brand and reputational damage. Featuring a panel of CEOs from Australia’s leading security providers, this podcast, which was recorded at the 2024 Security ASIAL Conference, explores the technologies and innovations driving the future of security, what this will look like and how it will address the needs of customers.
Key Topics: Broad areas to be discussed include: • Customer-driven solutions – how customer-driven solutions are driving change. Getting customer buy-in and understanding of the investment required to deploy new technologies? • Cyber – understanding the risks organisations face and the role security providers can play in delivering secure systems and solutions. • Emerging Technologies: The panel will discuss the latest technological innovations, such as AI, IoT devices, drones, facial recognition systems, and advanced surveillance tools, and their impact on security operations. • Integration and Interoperability: Delve into the challenges and opportunities of integrating diverse security technologies and ensuring seamless interoperability to create a cohesive security ecosystem. • Future Trends: Gain insights into the upcoming trends and innovations in technology and AI that are set to reshape the future of the Australian security industry.
Hosted by Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Journalist, Writer, Producer and Presenter Jeremy Fernandez, the panel members include:
Geoff Alcock - Managing Director, MSS Security Thea Emetlis - Country President, Securitas Brett Pickens - Chief Executive, Certis Australia Nick Schijf - Chief Operating Officer, Wilson Security Harrie Veerman - Managing Director, Securecorp
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