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Bridging IT and Physical Security in the Cloud
Physical security used to live on its own isolated network, managed by a separate team. Today, cameras, door controllers, intercoms and audio devices are simply connected devices on the corporate network, and IT departments rightly expect them to be managed, patched and monitored like everything else.
Why convergence matters
When IT and security teams work from a shared platform, organizations gain visibility into every connected device, apply consistent security policies, and respond faster to vulnerabilities. It also removes blind spots, such as forgotten devices running outdated firmware.
The role of the cloud
Cloud and hybrid platforms make it easier to manage devices across many sites from one place, push updates centrally and give authorized users secure remote access. Axis has been expanding its cloud offering, including Axis Cloud Connect, and has highlighted its collaboration with Cisco to bring physical security and IT networking closer together.
Choosing the right model
Not every organization should move everything to the cloud. On-premises, hybrid and fully cloud-managed architectures each have their place, depending on bandwidth, data residency requirements, retention needs and internal IT policies.
The iMotion approach
iMotion Security designs on-premises, hybrid and cloud security architectures and works directly with IT teams to integrate them securely. Explore our cloud solutions.
Further reading from our partner Axis Communications: Bridging IT and physical security in the cloud
