Biometrics
The Multifactor Future of Access Control Authentication
December 8th, 2023What is the Key to Rapid Evolution in Access Control Technologies?
November 30th, 2023
Unlocking New Use Cases with Integrated Access Control
Modern technology is increasingly blurring the lines between physical and digital worlds. This shift is most noticeable in the emergence of cyber-physical systems that can interact with both real world and digital realms. In smart buildings, this transformation is represented by the convergence of Information Technology (IT), Operational Technology (OT), and cybersecurity. This triad is […]
How will Biometric Access Control Impact the Future of Security?
Biometric Access Control has increasingly become a focal point in discussions about secure and efficient identification and authentication. The growing interest has been driven by digital credential trends and the pandemic, as well as ongoing demands for greater security and convenience. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms are raising the accuracy and […]
Will AI Spark a Renaissance in Video Surveillance Growth?
The market for artificial intelligence (AI) enabled video surveillance cameras has seen rapid growth in recent years as the technology becomes more mature and commercially viable. According to estimates from our latest research, the adoption of AI cameras capable of running deep learning on-device will increase from 18% in 2022 to 52% by 2028. This […]
Mapping the Tech Strategy of Assa Abloy through Acquisitions in Access Control & Identification Solutions
This Research Note examines the technology strategy of Assa Abloy, the global vendor in the access solutions space. We have mapped M&A activity in physical security, access control and identification solutions by categorizing the various acquisitions by technology over the last 2 years (January 2022 to date). The strategy presentation slide (shown below) at the […]
‘Mobilizing’ Next-Gen Access Control in the Workplace
The use of mobile devices in the workplace has become a significant trend, accelerated by the global pandemic, and vendors of workplace apps are now seeing strong demand for applications that enable smarter, safer, and more secure workplaces, according to our latest research. Leveraging this trend, workplace apps are being developed to act as an […]
Salto Systems Access Control Business & 2022 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the Salto Systems business, based on their recent activities, 2022 revenues, M&A strategy, product innovation and target markets. This article updates our previous analysis of March 2022. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Oiartzun, Spain, Salto Systems is a manufacturer of electronic locks and access control solutions. The group […]
Precise Biometrics’ Security Business 2022 Examined
Precise Biometrics, a Sweden-based biometric solutions provider founded in 1997. The company went public on October 3rd, 2000, with its shares listed on the Nasdaq OMX Stockholm. In this research note, we examine the financial performance and business developments achieved by Precise Biometrics over the past year based on their year-end report and ABGSC Investor […]
The Top 20 Smart Building Startups by Total Funding
Our new research discloses the highest-funded startups in the smart buildings space in the last two years. All of these companies each attracted over $220 million in total disclosed funding. Since 2015, total capital invested in startups in the global smart building space amounted to over $31 Billion. In the last 2 years (which are the […]
