Modern Access Control: Technology, Trends, and Integrated Solutions -- Security Today

Modern Access Control: Technology, Trends, and Integrated Solutions

Date: Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PT

This course is designed to provide security professionals with a comprehensive understanding of today’s access control landscape. Participants will explore current market trends, key system architectures, and the wide variety of available credential types—from traditional keycards and PINs to biometrics and mobile-based solutions. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the evolution of the industry, shifts toward cloud-based and open-platform systems, and the growing importance of cybersecurity in physical security deployments.

A significant focus of the course is on the value of integrating access control with third-party technologies, including video surveillance, intercom systems, and visitor management platforms. Through case studies, real-world design scenarios, and best practices, attendees will learn how to deliver holistic security solutions that improve efficiency, user experience, and overall safety. The course aims to equip integrators, designers, and consultants with the tools they need to design, sell, and implement systems that meet the modern demands of commercial and enterprise environments.

Speaker:

Brach Bengtzen, VP of Marketing at ProdataKey
Brach Bengtzen brings over 13 years of experience in the security industry, with a career spanning both the distribution and manufacturing sides of the business. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with dealers, integrators, and end users across a wide range of verticals, helping to design and deliver access control solutions that meet real-world challenges. From hosting high-impact security events to guiding successful access control deployments, Brach has built a reputation for making complex technologies approachable and actionable. Today, Brach serves as the Vice President of Marketing for ProdataKey, a leading manufacturer of cloud-based access control systems. In this role, he helps shape the company’s message and market strategy while staying deeply connected to the evolving needs of the security industry. His hands-on experience, industry insight, and passion for integrated solutions make him uniquely qualified to lead this course on modern access control and the value of third-party integrations.

Moderator:

Ralph C. Jensen
Publisher/Editor in chief

Ralph C. Jensen is the editor in chief of Security Today magazine and online properties. He has been involved in the security industry for nearly 30 years. Jensen is an award-winning journalist and photojournalist from various state press associations, as well as the Department of Defense, while serving the U.S. Air Force.

Date: Jun 30, 2025

Time: 2:00 PM ET

Duration: 1 Hour

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