2026 State of Physical Security Report

Genetec surveyed over 7,000 physical security end users, channel partners, and consultants about new technologies they’re adopting and the challenges they’re facing. Learn what organizations are investing in and how technologies are evolving.
Jan. 7, 2026

For the sixth annual State of Physical Security report, Genetec surveyed physical security professionals worldwide. The findings capture the state of the industry in 2025 and signal priorities for the year ahead. 

Get insights on where organizations invested in 2025, which technologies gained traction, how priorities are evolving, and more.

Organizations are now discovering how new technologies enhance the safety and responsiveness of their security systems. As capabilities expand, so do the possibilities. 

This report explores how the industry is adapting and how strategic innovation is redefining what’s possible in physical security.