Plan Your Company's 2025 Security and AV Technology Strategy - Our Guide for the New Year
Plan Your 2025 Security and AV Technology Strategy with GenX Security Solutions
As 2024 comes to a close, IT Directors and Facilities Managers across mid-to-large-scale businesses are turning their attention to planning and budgeting for 2025. With rapidly evolving technology and increasing security threats, it's critical to assess your current systems and ensure you're equipped to meet next year’s challenges. With our final blog post of 2024 we've decided to lay out a framework for helping decision makers at any size company for getting your physical security and audio/visual plans for 2025 off the ground successfully. GenX Security is here to help you make informed decisions that align with your organization’s goals!
Why 2025 Is a Pivotal Year for Security Technology
The demand for robust and integrated security and audio/visual solutions is growing as businesses face rising threats and stricter compliance requirements. In a nutshell, this task involves:
Assessing Current Infrastructure and Identifying Outdated Systems: Conducting audits to identify systems that lack compatibility or reliability.
Conduct a detailed audit of existing security systems, including access control, surveillance, alarm systems, fire alarms, and data cabling.
Identify systems that are outdated, prone to failure, or lack compatibility with modern technology.
Evaluate the gaps in our current setup that could pose security risks or compliance issues.
Future-Proofing Investments: Selecting solutions that scale with company growth and evolving technology.
Ensure that any upgrades or new installations are scalable and align with projected company growth.
Prioritize solutions with interoperability, enabling seamless integration with other IT systems and platforms (e.g., building management systems or centralized monitoring).
Balancing Budget and ROI: Delivering cost-effective solutions with measurable long-term benefits.
Balance the desire for top-tier technology with the constraints of an allocated budget.
Prepare a cost-benefit analysis to justify investments to stakeholders, showing potential ROI through reduced risks, streamlined operations, and compliance.
Selecting the Right Integrator to Partner With: Choosing a licensed security integration company with expertise and a proven track record.
Seek a licensed and experienced security integrator with a proven track record in mid-to-large scale projects.
Evaluate vendors on their ability to provide not just installation but also ongoing support, training, and maintenance.
At GenX Security Solutions, we specialize in commercial security systems, access control systems, fire alarm systems, structured cabling, data networking, and audio-visual technology integrations by tackling these challenges for industries including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, assisted living facilities, multifamily properties, and commercial office spaces across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia though our office locations in Piedmont, South Carolina, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Clemmons, North Carolina.
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Top Security and AV Technology Trends for 2025
1. Mobile Credential Access Control: Traditional keycards are being replaced by more secure and convenient solutions such as biometric scanners and mobile app-based credentials. These systems enhance security and streamline access management.
2. AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras: High-resolution cameras with advanced analytics, including AI-based motion detection, heat-mapping, detailed attribute searching and alerts, and even particular sound and object detection, are becoming the new standard. These systems provide actionable insights and reduce the risk of false alarms.
3. Centralized Monitoring and Real-Time Alerts: Integrated platforms that unify access control, video surveillance, and alarm systems are essential for real-time monitoring and quick response to incidents.
4. Scalable Structured Cabling and Data Networking: Modern security systems demand robust data networks. Upgrading your structured cabling to support PoE (Power over Ethernet) can simplify device connections and future-proof your infrastructure.
5. Automation and Integration: From automated lockdowns to predictive maintenance alerts, automation is revolutionizing how businesses manage security and audio/visual systems. Integration with Building Management Systems (BMS) enhances efficiency and operational visibility.
Priorities in Vendor Selection
Selecting the right partner is a cornerstone of a successful security and AV strategy. When evaluating security integration companies, consider:
Experience and Expertise: Look for a partner with a proven history of handling projects of similar scale and complexity.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all installations meet industry regulations and codes, particularly for fire alarms, access control, and data protection.
Transparency and Communication: Choose a partner who provides clear timelines, detailed project scopes, and regular updates.
Support Services: Evaluate the quality of post-installation support, including warranties, service contracts, and troubleshooting responsiveness.
Evaluation Criteria for New Technology
When assessing your security and AV needs for 2025, focus on:
Access Control: Opt for biometric or mobile credential systems integrated with centralized management platforms.
Surveillance: Upgrade to AI-enhanced cameras with high resolution and advanced analytics.
Data Networking: Ensure your cabling infrastructure supports the increased data flow required by modern systems.
Automation and Integration: Implement systems with real-time alerts, predictive maintenance, and centralized control.
Cost Efficiency: Prioritize energy-efficient solutions with modular designs for easy upgrades.
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A Quarterly Action Plan for 2025
To ensure a seamless transition to upgraded security and AV systems, follow this quarterly roadmap:
Q1: Audit and Strategic Planning
Conduct a full audit of existing security systems.
Define security objectives based on company goals and potential vulnerabilities.
Q2: Vendor Outreach and RFP Process
Issue RFPs (Request for Proposals) to licensed security integrators with clear project expectations.
Review proposals and conduct interviews or site visits.
Q3: Implementation
Coordinate phased installations to avoid disruptions to daily operations.
Monitor progress closely with weekly updates from the integrator.
Q4: Testing and Training
Conduct comprehensive testing to ensure systems meet all functional and compliance requirements.
Organize training sessions for internal teams to maximize system utilization.
GenX Security Solutions: Your Partner for 2025 and Beyond
At GenX Security Solutions, we offer:
Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in security system integration, specializing in complex projects for mid-to-large businesses.
Comprehensive Solutions: From access control and video surveillance to fire alarms and structured cabling, we deliver tailored systems.
Future-Ready Technology: Our solutions are scalable, compliant, and designed for ROI.
Ongoing Support: Post-installation maintenance, training, and support to ensure long-term success.
Start Planning for 2025 Today
Contact GenX Security Solutions to schedule a consultation. Let us help you develop a security and AV strategy that meets your organization’s needs and positions you for success in the new year.
Get started now and future-proof your business with GenX Security Solutions.
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