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Genetec report: Retailers expand physical security use beyond loss prevention
Genetec Inc. has released its ‘2026 State of Physical Security Report’, revealing that global retailers are increasingly treating physical security as a strategic business function rather than just a tool for loss prevention.
According to the research, over 60% of retailers aim to use security data to improve operational efficiency within security departments, while an equal percentage prioritize enhancing overall safety and security. Additionally, 55% of respondents focus on regulatory compliance, and 48% utilize security data to improve both customer and employee experiences.
The report highlights that aging infrastructure remains a significant hurdle, with 40% of retailers citing outdated physical security systems and 33% noting aging IT infrastructure as major challenges. To address these issues, many companies are pursuing measured modernization strategies. Approximately 54% of retailers plan to leverage existing technology to meet new challenges, while 51% intend to implement AI to streamline security processes.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] An equal percentage of retailers (60%) prioritize improving safety and security through security data. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Genetec released the 2026 State of Physical Security Report regarding retail trends. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Aging physical security infrastructure is a challenge for 40% of retailers. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] More than 60% of retailers aim to use security data to improve operational efficiency. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 55% of retailers use security data for compliance purposes. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 54% of retailers plan to leverage existing technology to address new challenges. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 51% of retailers intend to use AI to streamline security processes. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] 48% of retailers use security data to improve customer and employee experiences. facilitiesmanagementadvisor.com · losspreventionmedia.com