Secure Insights

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the latest episode of the Secure Insights podcast, host Alex Walthers sits down with Jill Renihan, Segment Development Manager, Education at Axis Communications, and Andrew Kertesz, Channel Partner End Customer Manager, Canada at Axis Communications, to explore how schools can unlock the potential of IoT to create smarter, safer, and more efficient campuses.

The conversation builds on findings from the report, “Smart campuses, smarter decisions: Unlocking the potential of IoT in schools.” Written by the Hoffman Agency, this report explores how connected technology can help K–12 schools and higher education institutions move beyond traditional security applications. From emergency communications to operations to the overall student experience, IoT is creating new opportunities to turn campus data into actionable insights.

In this episode, we discuss:

➡️ How schools can use IoT and existing connected infrastructure to improve safety, operations, sustainability, and the student experience

➡️ Real-world applications including environmental monitoring, occupancy analytics, queue management, emergency communications, and more

➡️ How schools can overcome common barriers like legacy infrastructure, cybersecurity concerns, and departmental silos

➡️ Why open platforms and AI will play an important role in the future of connected campuses

And so much more!

Whether you're a K–12 or higher education administrator, campus security professional, facilities leader, IT director, system integrator, or technology decision-maker, this conversation offers practical insights into how connected technology can help campuses make better use of their data and infrastructure.

➡️ Download “Smart campuses, smarter decisions: Unlocking the potential of IoT in schools”: https://to.axis.com/ibRjEr

The report takes a deeper look at how educational institutions can use IoT to improve security, streamline operations, support sustainability initiatives, and create better experiences for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights

03:45 — Barriers to adoption

05:31 — An IoT device as a force multiplier

07:45 — Opportunities for actionable insights

12:52 — Fragmentation of departments

17:20 — Mitigating cyber threats

19:44 — Better learning experience with IoT

23:39 — Challenges of education institutions in Canada

25:37 — Uncommon use cases for IoT

29:08 — Better management of events

33:45 — Scalability and interoperability

38:42 — Safety and security aspects in K-12 schools vs universities

41:32 — Campus operations in K-12 schools vs universities

45:55 — Data-driven decisions for profit

48:12 — Data security and privacy

53:47 — Considerations when implementing IoT

56:51 — Future outlook

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.

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the latest episode of the Secure Insights podcast, host Steve Burdet sits down with Chris Wildfoerster, Program Manager for Audio at Axis Communications, and Paul Baratta, Segment Development Manager for Healthcare at Axis Communications, to explore the growing role of audio in modern healthcare environments.

Audio is becoming an increasingly important part of the connected healthcare ecosystem, from emergency response to everyday patient communications. This conversation explores how healthcare organizations can move beyond siloed, legacy systems to create more unified environments that improve communication and enhance the experience for patients, staff, and visitors.

In this episode, we discuss:

➡️ Why healthcare organizations are integrating audio with video, analytics, and other security technologies

And so much more!

Whether you're a healthcare security professional, hospital administrator, facilities leader, system integrator, or technology decision-maker, this conversation offers valuable insights into how connected audio can support safer, more responsive healthcare environments.

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➡️ Learn more about Axis network audio solutions: https://to.axis.com/vD-riS

➡️ See why healthcare facilities are trusting Axis: https://to.axis.com/Kd3qOB

➡️ Explore healthcare security solutions: https://to.axis.com/v2Gdu3

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00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights

01:52 — Why audio is becoming essential in modern hospitals

03:18 — Breaking down silos with unified security 

07:29 — What makes healthcare audio different

11:52 — Assessing a hospital’s biggest communication gaps

15:42 — The emergency department comes first

17:54 — Improving the patient and visitor experience

19:45 — Why clear communication matters

22:28 — Common communication mistakes to avoid

23:57 — How audio improves emergency response

30:19 — Closing communication gaps during critical events

32:45 — Reducing workplace violence through audio and analytics

33:56 — From legacy systems to connected platforms

37:02 — Measuring the value beyond security

38:52 — The future of audio in an AI-driven ecosystem

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.

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the latest episode of the Secure Insights podcast, host Steve Burdet sits down with Mary Gates, CEO of GMR Security Consulting Group, and John Illes, Segment Development Manager for Banking & Finance at Axis Communications, to discuss how today's financial institutions are navigating an increasingly complex security landscape.

From organized crime and workplace violence to AI-powered analytics and cybersecurity, the conversation explores how bank security leaders are shifting from reactive protection to proactive risk management.

In this episode, we discuss:

➡️ How the banking threat landscape has evolved beyond traditional robberies to coordinated fraud, workplace violence, and emerging risks

➡️ How intelligent video analytics, integrated security technologies, and AI are helping financial institutions detect threats earlier and improve investigations

➡️ Why collaboration and long-term planning are becoming essential for modern banking security programs

And so much more!

Whether you're a banking security professional, financial institution executive, system integrator, risk manager, or technology leader, this conversation offers practical insights into building more resilient and proactive security strategies for today's evolving threat environment.

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➡️ See how smarter banking starts with predictive intelligence: https://to.axis.com/rjDP5e

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00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights

03:39 — The evolution of bank security

06:18 — Valuable tools for security leaders

10:35 — How to demonstrate ROI

13:02 — Considering technical debt

14:09 — Where to begin the surveillance journey

19:29 — Going beyond security use cases

22:01 — Navigating digital security and cybersecurity

26:16 — Addressing workplace violence

31:02 — Organized criminal activity

33:39 — The best first action

36:37 — Key advice for security leaders

42:36 — Women leaders in security industry

44:55 — Evolving for the future

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.

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the latest episode of the Secure Insights podcast, host Alex Walthers sits down with Jill Renihan, Segment Development Manager, Education at Axis Communications and Joshua Gerena, Segment Development Manager, Commercial Real Estate at Axis Communications to explore how modern access control is transforming safety across K–12 schools, higher education campuses, and student housing. 

From classrooms to residence halls, access control is often the first step in creating a safer campus. The guests discuss how modern tech can help schools secure buildings, manage access, and better protect students and employees.

In this episode, we discuss:

➡️ How access control strategies differ between K–12 schools, higher education campuses, and student housing

➡️ The growing role of mobile credentials, identity management, and visitor policies

➡️ How integrated video, audio, analytics, and access control improve situational awareness and emergency response

➡️ And so much more

Whether you're a school administrator, campus security professional, facilities leader, system integrator, or technology decision-maker, this conversation offers valuable insights into designing safer, more intelligent learning environments.

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🔐 Explore Axis access control solutions: https://to.axis.com/74eU03

🎓 Learn how Axis supports safer education environments: https://to.axis.com/EA4Uxn

ℹ️ Learn more about FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): https://studentprivacy.ed.gov/ferpa

ℹ️ Understand the Clery Act and campus safety requirements: https://www.clerycenter.org/the-clery-act

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#SecureInsights #AccessControl #EducationSecurity #CampusSecurity #PhysicalSecurity #SecurityTechnology

00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights 

01:14 — Interconnection of education and commercial real estate 

03:28 — Securing universities and commercial buildings 

09:55 — Credential authentication 

13:06 — Best practices for visitor management 

17:44 — Daily operations managed by an access control system

24:25 — Integration between video, access control, and audio

27:42 — Collaboration with law enforcement 

30:14 — Compliance and privacy considerations: FERPA and Clery Act 

33:08 — Trends to consider in K-12 schools 

36:20 — Analytics and business intelligence for daily operations 

40:20 — The next innovation 

43:55 — Designing the perfect access control

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.

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the latest episode of the Secure Insights podcast, host Alex Walthers sits down with Todd Miller, System Vice President of Security at SSM Health and Paul Baratta, Segment Development Manager, Healthcare at Axis Communications to chat about the evolving complexities of securing a healthcare campus. 

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ Balancing patient care, convenience, and the overall healthcare experience with safety and security

✅ Modernizing aging facilities with intelligent, future-ready security tech

✅ Improving situational awareness and response with AI, analytics, and integrated systems

✅ And so much more

Whether you're a healthcare security professional, system integrator, facilities professional, or technology leader, this conversation offers valuable insights into creating more resilient healthcare environments that are also prepared for the future.

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🏥Learn how Axis supports smarter, safer healthcare environments: https://to.axis.com/oFsvn4

💡 Head over to the Axis website: https://to.axis.com/_4RXlW

#AxisCommunications #SecureInsights #HealthcareSecurity #PhysicalSecurity #SecurityTechnology #SmartHospitals

00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights

01:10 — Introductions

03:45 — Securing buildings without barriers

10:09 — Teaching new tech to old buildings

12:08 — Crime prevention through environmental design

15:42 — Balancing care, safety, convenience, and aesthetics

19:19 — Integrating IT and OT for campus-wide intelligence

22:20 — Building digital trust

24:30 — How analytics make secure technology smarter

27:47 — Justifying spend through long-term ROI

30:46 — Managing people, processes, and technology

36:37 — Reducing response times through real-time data

38:53 — Shaping the future of healthcare security

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.

Explore real-world insights from industry experts and discover how technology is shaping a smarter, safer world.

In the debut episode of the revamped Secure Insights podcast, hosts Steve Burdet and Alex Walthers chat with Kelly DeLeo, Director, Business Development & Services at Axis Communications. With close to 20 years at Axis, Kelly provides a unique perspective on bridging the gap between current and future market needs across solutions, services, and technology offerings.

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ Key trends shaping the video surveillance and security industry

✅ How organizations are leveraging smart cameras for business intelligence

✅ The growing role of intelligence and analytics in security operations

✅ And so much more

Whether you're a security professional, system integrator, or technology leader, this conversation offers valuable insights into the current state and future of the industry.

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📖 Explore the Axis Perspectives report: https://to.axis.com/tWz2kS

💡 Head over to the Axis website: https://to.axis.com/_4RXlW

#AxisCommunications #VideoSurveillance #SecurityTechnology #SmartCameras #BusinessIntelligence

00:00:00 — Welcome to Secure Insights

00:44:18 — Meet the hosts

11:00:00 — The evolution and impact of surveillance technology

15:28:00 — Everyday challenges facing security professionals

23:04:00 — Staying ahead of a rapidly changing tech landscape

27:49:22 — Introducing Kelly DeLeo

31:55:05 — Why relationships matter in the security industry

33:21:15 — Current challenges that didn’t exist five years ago

37:43:12 — The trends reshaping the industry

40:21:15 — How vision data is redefining the security ecosystem

47:03:00 — The costs of falling behind on modern technology

48:34:00 — How modern technology is powering analytics

53:58:00 — The shift toward intelligence-driven security

57:14:00 — What’s next for the industry (and why it’s so exciting)

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.

Learn more about New Tech by Axis here

Visit us online or speak to us by calling 1-800-444-2947. 
Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook. 
Check our YouTube channel

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.

Learn more about New Tech by Axis here

Visit us online or speak to us by calling 1-800-444-2947. 
Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook. 
Check our YouTube channel. 

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.

Visit us online or speak to us by calling 1-800-444-2947. 
Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook. 
Check our YouTube channel. 

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.