Convergence: A new security trend
A major trend in the security industry is convergence, or the combining of security strategies and information technology to lower costs. It includes the merging of physical security equipment with information technology, and requires IT/security personnel to migrate to next-generation equipment and software. Convergence brings together the monitoring and management of premise and computer security, which lowers costs.
Another trend we are seeing is employers requiring employee IDs to access the premises and equipment. Approximately 40% of businesses are considering integration of access control and security systems (1). Combining these technologies allows for the use of open IT standards, thus taking advantage of standardized platforms that eliminate redundant systems.
In addition to meeting their own security needs, companies with converged systems are able to meet security requirements being shaped by the world's political climate and legislation such as HIPAA, GLBA, and Sarbanes-Oxley. Top executives and boards of directors are under great pressure to maintain a secure workplace and ensure that their companies are meeting legislative demands.
CNS's personnel have been watching over non-physical IT/IP-based assets for many years and we can manage new IT/IP-based security systems. As convergence unfolds, our security and IT staff work together to perform activities such as identity management, investigations, and infrastructure. Our clients enjoy the cost savings and the improved security that this provides.
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