Genetec announces Australian data centre for Security Center SaaS hosted by Microsoft Azure
Company to meet region’s growing demand for locally hosted cloud-based physical security technology.
Sydney, August 20, 2024
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Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced that Genetec™ Security Center SaaS will be hosted in Australia on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. Demand for sovereign data hosting capability, robust cybersecurity, and flexible cloud options, affirmed the strategy of Genetec to offer its security solution hosted on an Australian data centre.
Built with cybersecurity and privacy at its core, Genetec Security Center SaaS is a scalable and open software as a service (SaaS) offering that unifies access control, video management, intrusion monitoring, automation, and many other advanced security capabilities.
By hosting Security Center SaaS on Azure, public and private sector organisations throughout the region will be able to obtain the flexible physical security cloud technology offering they require. They will also benefit from fast, low-latency access to the solution while ensuring data sovereignty protocols are met. Australia joins the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands as one of the four countries where Genetec has launched a data centre for Security Center SaaS.
"Australia is a forward-thinking nation that recognises the benefits of adopting cloud solutions," explained Leon Langlais, Chief Product Officer for APAC at Genetec Inc. "Establishing a data center in this location provides our clients with the confidence that their physical security systems are managed locally. Additionally, by offering Security Center SaaS on Microsoft Azure, we reaffirm our dedication to providing reliable and advanced technology as our customers make their move to the cloud."
Natasha Clohessy, Director of Partner Development, Microsoft Australia said, “Microsoft is pleased to collaborate with Genetec to host Security Center SaaS on Microsoft Azure. With Microsoft’s strong stance on cybersecurity as well as the IRAP Assessment and cloud flexibility, Genetec can deliver enterprise-grade physical security as a service in Australia.”
“This announcement marks the next step in the long-standing relationship Genetec has with Microsoft. By leveraging the latest in enterprise-ready generative AI and cloud technology, we aim to solve customers’ most fundamental security challenges, enhancing the scalability, efficiency, and intelligence of security operations across various industries,” Langlais added.
Genetec has consistently achieved the highest level of partnership with Microsoft as a Gold Partner for more than ten years, and the two companies have enjoyed a long and successful collaboration for over 20 years. This collaboration has involved various initiatives, including cloud-based go-to-market initiatives1 and enhancing the skills and capabilities of its workforce.
About Security Center SaaS
Security Center SaaS enables organisations to run workloads wherever it makes the most sense whether at the edge or on managed appliances. The platform’s open architecture gives organisations the freedom to choose the devices, cameras, door controllers, and readers that work best for their business. Legacy devices that are not cloud-ready can easily be connected to Security Center SaaS using a Genetec Cloudlink™ appliance.
For more information about Security Center SaaS please visit: https://www.genetec.com/products/unified-security/security-center-saas