Gallagher Security concluded a productive participation at ISC West 2026, a pioneer event for the security industry, where it showcased the significance of integration and highlighted the future of security technologies.
The event, held from March 23-27 at the Venetian Expo, featured high engagement levels at Gallagher’s booth, attracting partners, end users, and industry leaders interested in a unified security ecosystem that enhances operational value.
Emphasizing Access Control Innovations
The event spotlighted Gallagher’s QuickSwitch platform, which drew significant attention for facilitating the transition from legacy systems to its advanced solutions, including access control, intrusion detection, and perimeter security. QuickSwitch aims to minimize complexity, speed up upgrades, and provide immediate returns on investment.
Another focal point was AccessNow, Gallagher’s cloud-based platform, praised for simplifying and automating credential management. Serving as an extension of Gallagher’s Command Centre, AccessNow optimizes physical identity processes, reduces administrative burdens, and enhances compliance through improved oversight.
Shift in Industry Priorities
There was notable interest in systems that simplify migrations and promote efficiency and value
There was notable interest in systems that simplify migrations and promote efficiency and value
Feedback from attendees, including end users and channel partners, indicated a growing emphasis on integration over standalone features. There was notable interest in systems that simplify migrations and promote efficiency and value. Matt Butts, Executive Vice President – Americas at Gallagher Security, noted,
“Our conversations at ISC West reflected a broader shift we are seeing across the industry. There’s less interest in standalone features, and more focus on how everything connects; how data flows through a system, how it’s managed, and how much effort it takes to run day to day. That’s where we’re seeing the most value, and it’s where our integrated solutions are making a real difference.”
Industry Discussions and Debates
Gallagher also contributed to broader industry discussions, participating in The Interface, a live debate on access control architecture. Jeff Ogborn, Director of Complex Solutions, represented Gallagher in a session that explored the advantages of open versus fully integrated systems.
Jeffrey noted, “The ISC debate was a light-hearted opportunity for both of us to share our perspectives. It may not have changed the minds of those already set on one side or the other, but I think it helped highlight that both architectures have a place in security—as long as manufacturers stay focused on the real goal: addressing today’s security concerns while keeping an eye on evolving threats.”
Celebrating Partnerships
Gallagher also used ISC West as an opportunity to host a Channel Partner Awards event, recognizing the contributions of their partners in driving successful market outcomes. The awards ceremony served as a platform to foster connections, celebrate achievements, and reinforce alignment for continued success.
Matt Butts remarked, “ISC West continues to be a key moment for the industry. For us, it’s about bringing our partners, customers, and team together, recognizing the great work being done in market and strengthening the relationships that drive long-term success. That connection is what turns strategy into real-world outcomes.”
Gallagher Security has wrapped up another successful year at ISC West 2026, using the industry’s premier event to demonstrate the power of integration, debut innovation, and lead discussion on the future of security.
Held March 23–27 at the Venetian Expo, ISC West saw strong engagement at Gallagher’s booth, which served as a hub for connection and conversation. Partners, End Users, and industry leaders spent time with the team exploring how a unified and interoperable security ecosystem can unlock greater operational value.
Spanning access control
Gallagher’s disruptive QuickSwitch platform stood out across the event, generating strong interest from End Users and Partners. Designed to simplify migration from legacy security systems to Gallagher’s advanced platform spanning access control, intrusion and perimeter, it continues to build momentum for its ability to reduce complexity, accelerate upgrades, and deliver immediate ROI.
AccessNow, Gallagher’s new cloud-based platform, featured strongly in conversations for its ability to simplify and automate access and credential management. As a cloud-native extension of Gallagher’s Command Centre, the solution is designed to streamline physical identity workflows, reduce administrative overhead, and enhance compliance through improved visibility and control.
Cloud-based platform
Across the event, feedback from End Users and Channel Partners pointed to a clear shift in priorities. Rather than focusing solely on what’s shiny and new, attendees showed increased interest in how systems work together, how the need for solutions that simplify migrations, and how integrations can drive further efficiency and value.
“Our conversations at ISC West reflected a broader shift we are seeing across the industry,” says Matt Butts, Executive Vice President – Americas at Gallagher Security. “There’s less interest in standalone features, and more focus on how everything connects; how data flows through a system, how it’s managed, and how much effort it takes to run day to day. That’s where we’re seeing the most value, and it’s where our integrated solutions are making a real difference.”
Most anticipated sessions
This perspective also extended into broader industry discussions at the event. Gallagher contributed to one of ISC West’s most anticipated sessions, with Jeff Ogborn, Director of Complex Solutions, participating in The Interface — a live debate exploring competing philosophies in access control architecture. The session sparked lively discussion as it examined the merits of open, multi-vendor platforms versus fully integrated, interoperable end-to-end systems.
“The ISC debate was a light-hearted opportunity for both of us to share our perspectives”, says Jeff. “It may not have changed the minds of those already set on one side or the other, but I think it helped highlight that both architectures have a place in security—as long as manufacturers stay focused on the real goal: addressing today’s security concerns while keeping an eye on evolving threats.”
Delivering strong outcomes
Taking the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the role Channel Partners play in delivering strong outcomes in market, Gallagher hosted a Channel Partner Awards during the event offering a valuable moment to connect, acknowledge success, and strengthen alignment for the year ahead.
“ISC West continues to be a key moment for the industry,” adds Matt. “For us, it’s about bringing our partners, customers, and team together, recognizing the great work being done in market and strengthening the relationships that drive long-term success. That connection is what turns strategy into real-world outcomes.”
