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Security Tech Talk

Security Tech Talk

By: Steve Kenny Axis Communications
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Summary
 We talk to security industry leaders, disruptors, and innovators with strong views and opinions on the future of topics like physical security, smart buildings, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and more. We dig into the latest tech trends, explore how security is shaping the world, and delve into those tricky regulations (like NIS2, the Cyber Resilience Act, the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, the UK's Product Security, Telecommunications, Infrastructure Act and more) that keep everyone on their toes. We are here to talk about technology trends, explore the big issues facing the security industry, and provide valuable insights that will support you and your business. Join us as we uncover important information to help you come away feeling well-educated and prepared for the future. This podcast is brought to you by Axis Communications Inc. - innovating for a smarter, safer world.Copyright 2025 Axis Communications Economics Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Beyond 2D CAD: Embracing Digital Twins, Cyber Security, and Revit in System Design

    Beyond 2D CAD: Embracing Digital Twins, Cyber Security, and Revit in System Design
    2 Nov 2026
    In this episode of Security Tech Talk, host Steve Kenny welcomes back Axis Communications colleague Tertius Wolfaardt to explore the fast-moving world of security design software. Moving past the days of manual circular lens calculators and basic Visio templates, Steve and Tertius take a deep dive into how large-scale enterprise developments, mega-projects, and stringent regional compliance standards have transformed security system design. Together, they unpack the shift from static 2D CAD layouts to immersive 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Revit environments. Tertius explains why design tools account for complex video analytics, multi-layered perimeter sensors, lighting levels, and structural blind spots before construction must now even begins. They also tackle the hidden infrastructure costs of generic calculations, addressing how manufacturer-backed data drastically reduces network, server, and cooling footprints to safeguard total cost of ownership (TCO) and environmental sustainability. About Our Guest: Tertius Wolfaardt: Manager, Engineering & Training - South Asia Pacific , Axis Communications. Over the past 12 years, Tertius has been instrumental in shaping design tool strategies, training programs, and BIM/Revit integrations across the Middle East and globally, helping consultants and system designers build accurate, compliant, and future-proof architectures. Key Discussion Points: The Evolution of System Design: Reflecting on the transition from physical rulers, rotary lens calculators, and early 2D Visio diagrams to sophisticated 3D architectural software. The Demand for 3D Coverage & Regulatory Proof: Why modern giga-projects, transport hubs, and stadiums demand precise virtual sightline modelling to prove regulatory compliance (such as FIFA seating standards) prior to breaking ground. Breaking Multi-Discipline Silos in BIM: How cameras have evolved into multifunctional IoT sensors that interface with building management systems, HVAC, and power networks—and why inter-departmental design coordination is vital to catch architectural clashes like moving columns or signage. Design File Security & Offline Environments: Managing cyber security risks and data confidentiality when handling sensitive project drawings for critical national infrastructure, alongside the role of SOC 2 Type II compliance and offline tool capabilities. Designing for Analytics, Not Just Pixels: Why modern projects must calculate performance boundaries for thermal radar, PTZ automated tracking, and edge analytics rather than simply relying on traditional DORI (Detection, Observation, Recognition, Identification) metrics. Storage, Bandwidth, and the Hardware Ripple Effect: The costly reality of generic calculation tools. Tertius explains how failing to account for modern compression formats (such as Zipstream and AV1) or system-on-chip improvements can lead to clients over-budgeting for servers, storage petabytes, and room cooling by two to three times. The Future: AI, VR, and Digital Twins: Looking ahead at virtual reality walkthroughs, automated camera placement algorithms, and digital twins that test real-time environmental variables and system failover behavior long before deployment. Resources: Plan, design, and configure security solutions using Axis Site Designer. Integrate realistic camera models and 3D views into architectural plans via the Axis Revit Plugins. Learn more about calculating optical requirements, resolution, and pixel density with Axis Camera Station & Design Tools. Meet your host Steve Kenny: Steve has spent 15 years in the security sector undertaking various roles that have seen him take responsibility for key elements of mission critical, high profile projects across a number of different vertical markets. For the last several years, Steve has focused his attention on how technologies can best compliment day to day operations and specifically address operational issues by supporting the A&E consultant community across EMEA. Steve is a committee member for ASIS International focusing on Education for the security sector and the UK technology advisor for TINYg (Terrorist Information New York group). Connect with Steve on LinkedIn More about Axis Communications: Axis enables a smarter and safer world by improving security, safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers video surveillance, access control, intercoms, and audio solutions. These are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Axis has around 5,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with technology and system integration partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984, and the headquarters are in Lund, Sweden. Find out more about Axis Communications - Innovating for a smarter, safer world https://www.axis.com/
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    43 min
  • Beyond the Black Book: Enterprise Security Risk Management and Sustainability in Tier-One Hospitality

    Beyond the Black Book: Enterprise Security Risk Management and Sustainability in Tier-One Hospitality
    19 Oct 2026
    In this episode of Security Tech Talk, host Steve Kenny sits down with Darren Carter, a seasoned security professional with more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality at Edwardian Hotel Group. Together, they explore the unique challenges of securing high-end hospitality environments, where effective security must remain discreet while ensuring the safety of guests, employees, and visitors. Together, Steve and Darren explore the unique operational balance required in tier-one hospitality: maintaining subtle, non-intrusive security while safeguarding high-net-worth guests, corporate leaders, and staff. They discuss early trials of facial recognition for VIP arrival experiences, the necessity of body-worn video for staff protection in central London, and how multi-sensory camera analytics can cut utility costs and support environmental sustainability. Darren also reflects on his extensive volunteer career across industry associations like ASIS, the Institute of Hotel Security Management, and the Security Commonwealth. About Our Guest: Darren Carter: Former Director of Security, Safety, and Sustainability at Edwardian Hotel Group. Following a military career in the Royal Navy, Darren spent over two decades leading security strategy for luxury London hotels. He is a prominent industry volunteer, serving as Past Chair of the Institute of Hotel Security Management and taking active leadership roles across ASIS UK and the Security Commonwealth. Chapters: (0:00:30) – Introduction & The Industry Legend Who Almost Drifted Off Steve welcomes Darren Carter to the show, poking fun at Darren's brief "retirement" from the security industry before bringing him back into the hospitality spotlight. (0:02:30) – The Power of Volunteering and the "Black Book" Darren shares how taking over a local Hotel Watch at Heathrow in 1999 sparked a lifelong commitment to industry associations. He and Steve reflect on how volunteering builds trusted global networks, peer support, and career opportunities. (0:07:00) – The Subtle Art of Luxury Hotel Security How tier-one hospitality environments maintain non-intrusive, "coiled spring" security. Darren explains how professional environmental design and trained staff deter bad behavior without creating an aggressive, fortress-like atmosphere. (0:10:50) – Facial Recognition: From VIP Greetings to Threat Intelligence Darren recounts early trials with facial recognition technology in central London hotels—using it to discreetly announce VIP guest arrivals for concierge teams as well as cross-referencing regional police intelligence briefings. (0:14:53) – Underutilised Technology & The Handover Problem Steve and Darren discuss why operational teams often fail to use the full analytic power of their surveillance systems. Darren identifies rushed commissioning programmes during hotel openings as a primary reason software capabilities are missed. (0:20:22) – Beyond Security: Sustainability Through Multi-Sensory Analytics How security cameras and audio analytics contribute to sustainability and cost reduction. Darren details using sound detection for running taps and gas releases, as well as thermal imaging to monitor boiler rooms and prevent catastrophic utility failures. (0:24:45) – Merging Security, Safety, and Sustainability Why security directors are increasingly inheriting corporate sustainability portfolios. Darren explains how compliance-focused leaders can use their influence to drive eco-friendly operational changes and reduce utility overheads. (0:28:45) – Body-Worn: Protecting Staff and Building Trust Using body-worn video to protect hotel staff during late-night door control and licensing compliance. Darren shares how objective video recordings de-escalate confrontation and disprove false allegations. (0:32:30) – Key Takeaways: Network, Learn, and Adapt Darren offers his final advice to security professionals: engage with industry associations, stay curious about emerging technology, and embrace enterprise security risk management (ESRM) across all business functions. Resources: Learn more about hotel security management via the Institute of Hotel Security Management where Darren previously served as Chair. Explore cross-association initiatives at The Security Commonwealth. Read about body-worn cameras and surveillance solutions at Axis Communications. Meet your host Steve Kenny: Steve has spent 15 years in the security sector undertaking various roles that have seen him take responsibility for key elements of mission critical, high-profile projects across a number of different vertical markets. For the last several years, Steve has focused his attention on how technologies can best compliment day to day operations and specifically address operational issues by supporting the A&E consultant community across EMEA. Steve is a committee member for ASIS International focusing on Education for the security sector and the UK technology advisor for TINYg (...
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    37 min
  • Data Without Context Is Nothing: Transforming Cameras into Intelligent Sensors

    Data Without Context Is Nothing: Transforming Cameras into Intelligent Sensors
    5 Oct 2026
    In this episode of Security Tech Talk, host Steve Kenny sits down with Axis Communications colleague Ricardo Marranita, Business Development Segment Lead for Logistics. Together, they explore why logistics and supply chains are such a critical part of the infrastructure society relies on every day—and why we often only notice them when something goes wrong. Drawing on 15 years of experience, Ricardo explores how video technology is moving far beyond traditional security to support operational efficiency, health and safety, and business intelligence. From reducing lost-parcel investigations from hours to minutes to sharing camera-generated insights across departments, Steve and Ricardo discuss what becomes possible when organisations break down silos and start treating cameras as intelligent sensors. They also cut through the hype surrounding AI and analytics, exploring why technology needs to solve real operational problems—and why data without context is ultimately of limited value. About Our Guest: Ricardo Marranita: Business Development Segment Lead for Logistics at Axis Communications. With 15 years of experience at Axis and a background in systems integration and analytics development, Ricardo focuses on how intelligent video and sensor technology can create value beyond traditional security—from operational efficiency and business intelligence to health and safety. Chapters: (0:00:25) – Introduction & The Unsung Infrastructure Steve and Ricardo discuss why logistics receives far less attention than sectors such as data centres, despite supply chains being fundamental to everyday life—and why we often only notice this infrastructure when it fails (0:03:50) – Operating on Slim Margins: Going"Beyond Security" Why logistics operators—running on notoriously tight margins—must look beyond traditional physical security to drive health and safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. (0:07:01) – Breaking Down Departmental Silos Ricardo shares a case study of walking into a room with seven different departments (from security and IT to compliance and operations) and discovering they were all pulling video from the same cameras independently. (0:12:50) – Shared Budgets: Getting Others to Fund Your Systems Steve and Ricardo discuss how sharing camera data across operations and health and safety opens access to larger operational budgets rather than relying solely on security expenditure. (0:16:01) – "Where Is My Parcel?" From Hours to Minutes Addressing the top logistics use case: How intelligent camera tracking and metadata reduce lost-parcel investigation times from three or four hours down to just five minutes. (0:22:24) – Cutting Through AI and & Analytics Hype Ricardo addresses industry skepticism surrounding AI analytics, advocating for honest proof-of-concept testing to ensure system accuracy aligns with real-world requirements. (0:31:11) – "Data Without Context Is Nothing" Inspired by a discussion at the TAPA conference, Ricardo explores the difference between simply collecting more data and creating meaningful visibility. Using video as an example, he explains how context transforms isolated data points into information people can actually use to make decisions. (0:35:08) – Three Key Takeaways for Logistics Leaders Ricardo outlines his top advice: identify repetitive daily operational pain points, build cross-departmental relationships with health and safety and operations, and embrace open, long-term vendor partnerships. Resources: Learn more about supply chain security standards via the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA). Explore solutions for logistics and warehousing at Axis Communications Logistics Solutions. Read about edge analytics and data privacy compliance via Axis Cybersecurity and Analytics. Meet your host Steve Kenny: Steve has spent 15 years in the security sector undertaking various roles that have seen him take responsibility for key elements of mission critical, high profile projects across a number of different vertical markets. For the last several years, Steve has focused his attention on how technologies can best compliment day to day operations and specifically address operational issues by supporting the A&E consultant community across EMEA. Steve is a committee member for ASIS International focusing on Education for the security sector and the UK technology advisor for TINYg (Terrorist Information New York group). Connect with Steve on LinkedIn More about Axis Communications: Axis enables a smarter and safer world by improving security, safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers video surveillance, access control, intercoms, and audio solutions. These are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training. Axis has around 5,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with technology ...
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    43 min
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