Modernizing Data Center Access Security: From Perimeter to Portal with Unified Video and Face Authentication

How operators can strengthen verification, modernize legacy access control and reduce blind spots, without creating a fragmented security environment

Data centers are rapidly expanding to support cloud, AI, and increasingly sensitive workloads—putting new pressure on physical security. As facilities grow and access points multiply, traditional badge-based systems leave gaps in visibility and make it difficult to know with certainty who is actually entering secure areas.

In this panel discussion, experts from Genetec and SAFR will explore how operators can close those gaps through a unified approach that connects perimeter visibility using face authentication for verification at the door. By combining video with face authentication, teams can reduce risks from shared credentials and tailgating while ensuring that access is tied to the person —not just the credential. Attendees will also learn how to improve auditability, support compliance requirements, and strengthen security without a full system overhaul.

Speakers:

John Cassise, Chief Product Officer, SAFR

Alex Reichard, Enterprise Key Account Manager, Data Centers, Genetec