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Here’s what 1,800 higher education security experts have to say

Over 1800 higher education security professionals were surveyed to get a better idea of the obstacles they face in securing their buildings and properties. Learn how access control plays a major role.

Did you know that 64% of security and information technology (IT) professionals from higher education institutions want to upgrade their access control systems, but see cost as a major obstacle? 

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We surveyed over 1,800 higher education security professionals to explore their views on campus safety and the role that access control and video surveillance play.

Access control is a key part of security in higher education, impacting every department and stakeholder throughout an institution. However, costs are an obstacle, and many aging access control systems urgently need to be upgraded. Managing systems can also be a challenge, but there are new technology options that can make life easier for administrators and system users.