The State of Cloud Physical Security

92% of security leaders agree: the future of physical security is in the cloud

Based on an extensive survey of more than 1,500 IT and physical security leaders conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Verkada, The State of Cloud Physical Security explores the inevitable transition of physical security from on-premise setups to feature-rich, cloud-managed options. Download the report now to unlock the information you need to safeguard your organization going forward.

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High Transition Intentions

Nearly 9 in 10 (86%) respondents who have not fully transitioned to the cloud plan to do so, including 90% of those with fully on-premise setups and 85% of those with a mix of cloud and on-premise.

Urgent Adoption Timeline

75% of respondents are planning to make a transition to the cloud within the next 12 months and 96% within the next 18 months.

Changing Attitudes on Cyber Readiness

Most respondents believe cloud security has improved over the past five years and will continue to advance, providing better protection against emerging threats.

The Importance of System Unification

85% believe it is very/extremely important to have multiple physical security products integrated into one centralized system.

About the report

For this report, Verkada surveyed 1,518 IT and physical security leaders across various industries to gather insights on the state of cloud physical security. Conducted by The Harris Poll, this comprehensive research highlights the key trends, challenges, and strategic priorities driving the shift toward cloud-based security solutions. The report offers detailed findings and actionable recommendations, helping organizations understand the future of physical security and make informed decisions to enhance their security infrastructure.