Security Perspectives

In today’s complex world, it takes a village to ensure the safety, security and health of a facility. Join ASSA ABLOY as we explore the many perspectives that make this possible. In each episode, we’ll speak with industry experts about their point of view on the latest trends, technologies and topics impacting the security industry. If you want to broaden your perspective on physical security, this podcast will give you the insight you’re looking for!

Security Perspectives is a technology podcast hosted by ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions hosts Security Perspectives, a technology show with 21 episodes published.

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  Security Perspectives

  Season 5 | Episode 2 Digital synergy and the future of connected security

  Jul 30, 202632 minS5

  In this episode, we explore digital synergy and the future of connected security. Learn how software platforms like SimpleK, SiteOwl and Opening Studios are creating smarter ecosystems for managing keys, openings and security across college campuses. Gain insights into how the University of Iowa, Georgia Tech and Northwestern University are improving efficiency, decentralizing authority and advancing toward fully electronic infrastructure and virtual credentials.

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  Security Perspectives

  Season 5 | Episode 1: Strategies for securing athletic environments

  Jul 30, 202636 minS5

  Season 5 of Security Perspectives brings you insights from ASSA ABLOY's 2026 Integrated Access Management and Security Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada. In episode 1, listen as experts share their perspectives and strategies for securing athletic environments and enhancing the student and fan experience. Learn why organizations are leveraging biometric technology to create safer, more seamless access, and explore how emerging technologies and integrated security solutions drive frictionless experiences across campuses and venues.

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  Season 4 | Episode 1: California Institute of Technology

  Nov 6, 2025—S4

  <p>Season 4 of Security Perspectives, held in Nashville, Tennessee, in early 2025, covered a wide range of topics and trends at ASSA ABLOY’s Integrated Access Management and Security Summit. In episode 1, we sat down with Robert Bagley from Caltech and Frank Zaccaria, Senior Project Manager at ZBeta, Inc., to discuss how colleges and universities are using security consultants on projects involving electronic access. The team also addresses the differences between security consultants and system integrators.  </p>

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  Season 4 | Episode 2: Georgia Institute of Technology and Penn State University

  Nov 6, 2025—S4

  <p>This episode examines how universities like Georgia Tech and Penn State strategically implemented large-scale access control systems to enhance campus security, streamline operations, and enhance the student experience.</p><p>Learn how and why these two universities went from small to large-scale installations of access control locks. Learn their stories on how they got there and how they are improving the student experience through mobile credentials and safety. Also, learn why these two institutions are now asking what’s next they can do on the access control continuum.</p>

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  Season 4 | Episode 3: Lee Odess, CEO The Access Control Initiative

  Nov 6, 2025—S4

  <p>Lee Odess is widely recognized as a leading authority in the access control industry, helping organizations rethink security through innovation and forward-looking strategy. As CEO of The Access Control Collective (TACC), he oversees a collection of media platforms that shape the conversation around modern access control and smart lock technology.</p><p>We sat down with Lee following his State of the Union presentation on access control and mobile credentials in higher education at ASSA ABLOY’s 2025 Integrated Access Management and Security Summit in Nashville, Tennessee.</p>

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